🌱 Will Colrain’s kratom debate push Shelburne toward its own rules?
Shelburne, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 3 min readGood day Shelburne! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Will Colrain’s kratom debate push Shelburne toward its own rules?
Also on today's calendar: Transit & Tradition: A Day at the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 72.
- Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 90 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Colrain latest to consider kratom ban (recorder.com) — Shelburne gets name-checked as Colrain’s Board of Health weighs whether to join nearby towns in banning kratom, a controversial substance often sold in convenience stores. Officials are gathering more information before holding a public hearing, aiming for consistent rules across Franklin County so residents and businesses aren’t confused by differing town policies. 
📸 Around Shelburne
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★ Featured events ★
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Transit & Tradition: A Day at the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum →
Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, 14 Depot St, Shelburne Falls
11:00 am
Sunday August 9
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Other local events
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CCS PTO Meeting
Colrain Central Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
4:00 pm -
MTRSD School Committee Meeting →
Mohawk Trail SD Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
6:00 pm -
Transit & Tradition: A Day at the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum →
Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, 14 Depot St, Shelburne Falls
11:00 am -
Peach Fest | Day One →
Apex Orchards, 225 Peckville Rd, Shelburne Falls
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Peach Fest | Day Two →
Apex Orchards, 225 Peckville Rd, Shelburne Falls
10:00 am
Friday August 7
Wednesday August 12
Saturday August 22
Saturday August 29
Sunday August 30
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Book Out/Cook Out, Thursday, August 6, 12:00 - 2:00 pm, Teen Room and Front Patio
Greenfield Public Library Teen Room
12:00 pm -
Drop In Tech Help
Greenfield Public Library 402 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301
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Drop-in Playgroup
Greenfield Public Library Children's Activity Room
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Greenfield Ukulele Players
Greenfield Public Library Conference Room
1:00 pm -
Tapestry Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
Greenfield Public Library Main Lobby
2:30 pm -
Meet a Therapy Dog (drop-in)
Greenfield Public Library Children's Activity Room
3:30 pm
Thursday August 6
Friday August 7
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🗞 Nearby News
Shelburne Falls
- Shelburne Falls author launches one-woman show (recorder.com)
- 7 Scenic Massachusetts Train Rides Perfect For An Unforgettable Summer Adventure (takingthekids.com)
- Wayfair is offering up to 71% off outdoor furniture during end-of-summer sale (masslive.com)
Greenfield Town
- Candidate forums for 1st Franklin District rep, Governor's Council on the horizon (recorder.com)
Ok Shelburne! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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