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🌱 Patch AM: How Golden Valley’s former mayor is still shaping civic life at 100

Also, don't miss Schuller's in Golden Valley (9-Piece means we have our full horn section!) on the Golden Valley Patch calendar

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What's up Golden Valley! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Golden Valley's former mayor is still shaping civic life at 100
  • Planning Saturday? Here's what to know about Golden Valley Festival

Also on today's calendar: Big Toe and the Jam at Schuller's Tavern and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., with a high of 63 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Sunday: Cloudy and warmer, temps: high: 71, low: 52.
  • Monday: A couple of showers, with a high of 65 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Golden Valley, New Hope public servants celebrate milestones (ourLife exclusive) (hometownsource.com) — Golden Valley residents are celebrating former mayor Mary Anderson's 100th birthday, honoring her decades of service on the City Council, as mayor, and with the Golden Valley Historical Society and League of Women Voters. The story also spotlights New Hope's Roger Rubin, who marked his 80th with a 32-mile bike ride, reflecting the active, civic-minded seniors who help shape life in these neighboring communities.
   

• This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: The Exhaustive Twin Cities Weekend Directory (September 18 ~ 20, 2026) (town.news) — Golden Valley residents have a full Saturday option close to home with the free Golden Valley Festival running 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. under the city's water tower, featuring food, vendors and family-friendly entertainment. The broader guide also rounds up dozens of Twin Cities events this weekend, from major festivals and sports to farmers markets, with weather and accessibility tips to help you plan.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Wayzata West Middle School was evacuated following a morning bathroom fire, with no injuries reported and all afternoon and evening activities canceled.
    1:58PM on Sep 17: Wayzata school evacuated following bathroom fire. (Nextdoor )
  • need a plumber to replace outdoor water faucet as well as a couple of other small projects.
    Looking for a referral for a non-chain, independent plumber. (Nextdoor Golden Valley-Northwest)

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Ok Golden Valley! 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: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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