🌱 Patch AM: Why was Bernardsville’s mayor singled out for a Highlands honor?

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In today's newsletter:

• Why was Bernardsville's mayor singled out for a Highlands honor?

Also on today's calendar: Far Hills Country Day School Family Music Class and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 64 and low of 57 degrees.
• Monday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 73, low: 49.
• Tuesday: A shower in the afternoon, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Jersey Highlands Coalition honors environmental advocates, announces 2026 grant recipients (wrnjradio.com) — Bernardsville residents may be interested to know Mayor Mary Jane Canose was honored by the New Jersey Highlands Coalition for backing Highlands Planning Area Conformance and boosting a key fundraiser. The coalition also announced 2026 small grants for environmental, historic preservation, and responsible development projects across the Highlands, highlighting grassroots efforts that protect regional water, open space, and community character.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bernardsville

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★ Featured events ★

Monday October 12
• Recovery Dharma →
  The Community Hub, 9 Church Street, Bernardsville
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday October 13
• Far Hills Country Day School Family Music Class →
  Far Hills Country Day School, 697 US-202, Far Hills
  8:30 am
• Far Hills Country Day School Admission Process Zoom: Lunch & Learn Series →
  Far Hills Country Day School, 697 US-202, Far Hills
  12:30 pm
• Moderation Management Meeting →
  The Community Hub, 9 Church Street, Bernardsville
  7:00 pm
• Family Connections Support Group Meeting →
  The Community Hub, 9 Church Street, Bernardsville
  7:00 pm
• Family Connections Support Group →
  9 Church Street, Bernardsville
  7:00 pm
Saturday October 17
• Vocal Synergy →
  Rockaway Reformed Church, 115 Main St, Readington Township
  6:00 pm
Sunday October 18
• Haunted Hallways →
  Ridge High School, 268 S Finley Ave, Bernards
  11:00 am
Tuesday October 20
• Far Hills Country Day School The Falcon's Learning Nest Class →
  Far Hills Country Day School, 697 US-202, Far Hills
  9:00 am
• Open House Pk3-8th →
  School of Saint Elizabeth, 30 Seney Dr, Bernardsville
  9:00 am
• SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH: OPEN HOUSE Oct 20th 9AM-11AM →
  School of Saint Elizabeth, 30 Seney Dr, Bernardsville
  9:00 am
Friday October 23
• NJ Audubon Birds of the World: Introduction →
  New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• TD Bank posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager- Bernardsville in Bernardsville. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Basking Ridge

• Registration open for second annual Real Estate Rush (roi-nj.com)
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Ok Bernardsville! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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