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Hello Morristown! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Morristown QB's grit could score big funding for Colonials football
  • How two Morristown nonprofits quietly transform local families every single day
  • Which RuPaul's Drag Race stars are coming to Morristown this November?

Also on today's calendar: Shop the Fall Tent Sale at Garden Cottage! and 14 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 46.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Morristown High's QB/Linebacker Up For NY Giants Award (patch.com) — Morristown residents have a hometown standout to cheer for as Morristown High School sophomore quarterback and linebacker Marcello Cervone competes for the prestigious USA Football Heart of a Giant Award. His coach-nominated candidacy highlights his courage, offseason dedication, and two-way varsity role, while community voting could bring thousands of dollars in equipment grants to the Colonials' football program.
   

2. Mission-Driven Mondays: Cornerstone Family Programs and Morristown Neighborhood House strengthen families across generations (roi-nj.com) — Cornerstone Family Programs and Morristown Neighborhood House are expanding long-running services that support Morristown families, from preschool and after-school care to teen workforce training and senior programs. Leaders describe how their 2013 combination strengthened local nonprofits, highlight success stories, and invite Morristown residents to volunteer, fund scholarships, or donate so more neighbors can access affordable, life-changing programs.
   

3. A Drag Queen Christmas Returns with U.S. Tour (vacationer.travel) — A Drag Queen Christmas is bringing its 12th annual holiday drag tour to Morristown's Mayo Performing Arts Center on November 18, offering a two-hour, 18+ show with RuPaul's Drag Race stars and optional VIP meet-and-greet. The national tour emphasizes community, humor, and over-the-top performances, giving Morristown residents a festive, adults-only night out ahead of the holidays.
   

4. Jefferson Township High School Sports Roundup: Teams Compete in Morris County Tournament, Prepare for States (TAPinto.net) — Jefferson Township High School teams are deep into fall competition, including a girls soccer loss to Morristown in the Morris County Tournament before bouncing back against Morris Hills. Volleyball, boys soccer, football, and field hockey are all highlighted as they tune up for county and state play, giving Morristown-area fans a look at regional rivals' form.
   

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  • Artisans and Crafters Wanted —PW Mansfield Read on Patch
  • The Healing Garden moves ahead for Veterans —Paul Harris Read on Patch
  • British Swim School posted a job opening for Swim Instructor in Morristown. Apply here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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