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Hey there, Chatham! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What this new lawsuit could mean for Chatham school gender policies

Also on today's calendar: SilverSneakers Fitness Classes at Juniper Village at Chatham - June 2026 and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 85, low: 68.
  • Monday: Humid; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 87 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Exempt from Supreme Court rulings? N.J. school district, Calif. defend secret gender transitions (justthenews.com) — Parents associated with Moms for Liberty are suing the School District of the Chathams, arguing district policies on student gender identity and pronoun use violate recent Supreme Court guidance and parents' constitutional rights. The case, tied to national legal battles over school "gender secrecy" rules, could significantly affect how Chatham schools handle parental notification and student accommodations.
   

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