🌱 Can South Plainfield finish its upset run in Thursday’s sectional final?
South Plainfield, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning South Plainfield! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Can South Plainfield finish its upset run in Thursday’s sectional final?
Also on today's calendar: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Sunny and warmer, with a high of 86 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 64.
- Friday: Hot, with a high of 94 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• North Hunterdon softball rolls into sectional final behind Francisco, Hsu (lehighvalleylive.com) — South Plainfield’s softball team has earned a trip to North Hunterdon on Thursday for the North 2, Group 3 sectional championship after upsetting top-seeded Summit. The Lions advanced by routing Cranford 10-0 behind dominant pitching from Layla Francisco and a record-tying home run from Alexandra Hsu, setting up a high-stakes showdown for the title. 
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Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications →
2:00 pm
Friday June 5
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Other local events
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African Origins of the Queen Mother Tradition →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
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Carnival Day
Riley Elementary School South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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Makers Time In-Person →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
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Saturday ESL conversation group →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
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Carnival Day (Rain Date)
Riley Elementary School South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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Library Board of Trustee's Meeting →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
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Saturday ESL conversation group →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
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Estate Jewelry Event at Roman Jewelers →
Roman Jewelers, 500 Commons Way, Bridgewater
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Model Train Display →
South Plainfield Public Library, 2484 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield
1:00 pm
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Disabilities Social Hour
North Plainfield Library North Plainfield branch - Main Floor
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Watchung Library Writers Group
Watchung Library Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
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11th Annual Unified Game Day -McK K Center & McK
New Brunswick Adult Learning Center Alice Jennings Archibald Park Access Road, 1213_596_5.04, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
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LEGO Minecraft STEM EXPLORERS →
Sunny Side Studio NJ, 1833 Front St, Scotch Plains
3:45 pm
Wednesday June 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hey friends, does anyone know a rescue organization that will rehab a baby blue jay??
I found this little guy in my yard and isn’t able to fly. Can’t locate the nest. (Nextdoor Spring Lake Park) - Looking for a reliable contractor in South Plainfield for some specific home repairs.
Hi everyone! I’m looking for a solid recommendation for a contractor who handles both structural window adjustments and garage door maintenance… (Nextdoor Hamilton Blvd)
- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews posted a job opening for Dishwashers in South Plainfield. Apply here.
- Groundworks Companies posted a job opening for Sales and Service Technician in South Plainfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Plainfield here.
🗞 Nearby News
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- N.J. track & field Meet of Champions, 2026: Preview and pick for boys 400-meter dash (nj.com)
- 12 Filipino Restaurants In New Jersey Serving Authentic Island Cuisine (myfamilytravels.com)
Middlesex
- Middlesex Library Summer Reading Program Is Open. Here's How To Sign Up (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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