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🌱 Patch AM: How one Wellesley driveway became a neighborhood flower and tomato hub

And check out Dudley Pond Run & Walk 5K & Kids Fun Run on the Wellesley Patch calendar

Sunday October 4th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello again Wellesley! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How one Wellesley driveway became a neighborhood flower and tomato hub
  • Why Wellesley's K–5 Spanish program just earned national recognition

Also on today's calendar: Dudley Pond Run & Walk 5K & Kids Fun Run and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cloudy most of the time, with a high of 65 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Monday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 70, low: 40.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 61 and low of 36 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wellesley family grows spectacular flowers and tomatoes and gives them away (newsbreak.com) — A Wellesley family is turning their front yard into a neighborhood gathering spot by giving away armfuls of dahlias and homegrown tomatoes from their driveway cart. Neighbors say the daily bouquets and produce have helped them feel welcome, stay connected, and build the kind of close-knit community many residents hope to find in town.
   

• ACTFL Language Connects Awards 2026 Winners Announced (middlebury.edu) — Wellesley Public Schools' K–5 Spanish program has been honored with ACTFL's Melba D. Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary World Language Program, spotlighting the district on a national stage. The award will be presented in November at the ACTFL convention in San Antonio, recognizing Wellesley's strong commitment to early language learning.
   

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Ok Wellesley! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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