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🌱 Patch AM: What’s fresh at the Scotch Plains Farmers Market this Saturday?

Coming up: A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp on the Scotch Plains Patch calendar

Saturday September 26th Patch AM
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Good day Scotch Plains! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's fresh at the Scotch Plains Farmers Market this Saturday?
  • See where Scotch Plains-Fanwood gymnastics ranks among New Jersey's best
  • How Scotch Plains students are powering New Jersey's biggest mall robotics takeover

Also on today's calendar: A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Windy; cooler with rain, with a high of 64 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain; windy in the morning, temps: high: 64, low: 59.
  • Monday: Occasional rain and drizzle, with a high of 64 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• NJIB's Guide to New Jersey Fall Farmers Markets (newjerseyisntboring.com) — Scotch Plains residents can count on their hometown Farmers Market every Saturday from now through Thanksgiving, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 430 Park Avenue, with top-tier local produce, baked goods, and gourmet foods. The statewide guide also highlights many other New Jersey markets, but Scotch Plains shoppers get one of the most convenient, recurring options right in the center of town.
   

• Team gymnastics performance list for Sept. 25 (nj.com subscription) — Scotch Plains-Fanwood gymnastics is off to a strong start, posting a 105.85 team score this past week and season highs over 106 points, putting the Raiders among New Jersey's top programs. Local fans can track how these early numbers stack up against rivals like Westfield, Bridgewater-Raritan, and Hillsborough as the season builds.
   

• Robocon New Jersey Returns to Bridgewater Commons Sept. 26-27 (tapinto.net) — Scotch Plains families can cheer on their local high school robotics team as RoboCon New Jersey takes over Bridgewater Commons this Saturday and Sunday with free STEM activities. Kids can drive competition robots, explore 3D printing, see combat robotics, and enjoy hands-on science exhibits, making it an easy day trip packed with interactive learning and entertainment.
   


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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Library Event: Recycling Right in Union County —Scotch Plains Public Library Read on Patch
  • Virtual Author Series: Smithsonian Curator and author Carolyn Russo —Scotch Plains Public Library Read on Patch
  • Whole Foods posted a job opening for Flex Shopper - Part Time in Clark. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Merchandising Assistant Manager in Watchung. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Scotch Plains here.

🗞 Nearby News

Fanwood

  • Fanny Wood Day, Scheduled for Sunday, Is Now Canceled Due to Anticipated Storm (tapinto.net)
  • No. 11 Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys soccer survives double overtime scare against Union (nj.com)

Edison

  • Edison Approves Flock Plate Readers, Drone For Police Amid Privacy Concerns (patch.com)
  • Grove Avenue Bridge Work In Metuchen Delayed Again, Now Past Oct. 1: Mayor (patch.com)

Ok Scotch Plains! 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: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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