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🌱 Patch AM: Arlington mental health programs now offering paid post-bac clinical fellow roles
Also check out Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12 on the Arlington Patch calendar

Morning Arlington! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Arlington mental health programs now offering paid post-bac clinical fellow roles
- How did a 22-year-old land Arlington Catholic's top soccer job?
- When can you see this award-winning nature film at Arlington's Regent?
Also on today's calendar: Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12 and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: An afternoon t-storm or two, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 82, low: 61.
- Saturday: Not as warm with a shower, with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. McLean Post-Baccalaureate Clinical Fellowship (massgeneralbrigham.org) — Several McLean Hospital programs based in Arlington, including 3East DBT residential, partial hospital, and OCDI Jr., are highlighted as placement sites in a paid post-baccalaureate clinical fellowship. These programs provide intensive treatment for teens and children facing self-injury, emotion dysregulation, suicidal ideation, and OCD, offering fellows hands-on experience in fast-paced inpatient, residential, and partial hospital settings.
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2. Young Armenian-American Coach Makes Massachusetts High School Soccer History (mirrorspectator.com) — A 22-year-old coach has just been promoted to lead the Arlington Catholic High School boys varsity soccer team, making him one of the youngest varsity head coaches in Massachusetts history. His rapid rise from JV coach and club trainer reflects the school's confidence in his leadership and his desire to mentor young athletes, especially fellow Armenian-Americans.
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3. THE ART OF ADVENTURE Documentary to Open in US Theaters This Fall (broadwayworld.com) — Arlington moviegoers can catch the environmental documentary "The Art of Adventure" at the Regent Theatre on October 21, with the director appearing for post-screening Q&As at many stops. The film follows wildlife artist Robert Bateman and biologist Bristol Foster's 1957 global expedition and explores how their journey fueled decades of conservation-focused art, science, and activism.
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4. Arlington Man Admits Sufficient Facts in 2025 Hyannis 'No Kings' Rally Attack on 77-Year-Old; Gets CWOF, Anger Classes, Stay-Away Order (hyannisnews.com) — An Arlington man has admitted sufficient facts in a Barnstable District Court case stemming from a 2025 altercation at a Hyannis political rally, leading to a continued-without-a-finding disposition. He must complete a year of probation, anger-management classes, and obey a stay-away order from the 77-year-old victim, with the charge eligible for dismissal if he complies.
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📸 Around Arlington
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arlington
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★ Featured events ★
- Try a Free Music Class—September 8-12 →
Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Ave, Winchester
9:00 am - Sing with Lexington Pops Chorus →
Hancock United Church Of Christ, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington
7:30 pm - Riverfest 2026 →
Assembly Row, 355 Artisan Way, Somerville
11:00 am - Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!) →
Ephraim Curtis Middle School, 22 Pratts Mill Rd, Sudbury
10:00 am - The Children's Room 30th Anniversary Community Walk →
Robbins Memorial Town Hall, 730 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington
11:00 am
Tuesday September 8
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 20
Sunday September 27
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Other local events
- Free Jazz Concert at the Tiny Shed →
Arlington Visitor Center, 4 Mystic St, Arlington
12:03 pm - Healer & Reiki Share →
The Arlington Center, 369 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington
8:00 pm - Codman Estate Fine Arts and Crafts Festival →
Codman Estate, 34 Codman Rd, Lincoln
10:00 am - Bun in the Oven - The Calamari Sisters →
Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St, Arlington
8:00 pm - Free Americana Folk Concert at the Tiny Shed →
Arlington Visitor Center, 4 Mystic St, Arlington
12:30 pm - Bun in the Oven - Contractions with the Calamari Sisters →
Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St, Arlington
2:00 pm - MusicFest Open House & Auditions →
Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Ave, Winchester
2:00 pm - Tibetan Bowl Sound Bath @ Arlington Center Sat Sept 19, 4:00PM →
369 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington
4:00 pm
Sunday September 6
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 13
Saturday September 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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- iHeartMedia, Inc. posted a job opening for Boston Promotions Team Member in Medford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
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