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Good day Summit! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
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In today's newsletter:
- Which special nights make Summit's new "B.I.N.G.O." comedy worth planning for?
- How Gavin Schnall powered Summit's latest Hilltoppers victory.
- Why HGTV just ranked Summit among America's most coveted suburbs.
Also on today's calendar: Caregiver Open House and 13 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny; low humidity, with a high of 73 and low of 54 degrees.
- Wednesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
- Thursday: A sun-and-cloud mix, with a high of 83 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Vivid Stage presents "B.I.N.G.O" in October (newjerseystage.com) — Summit theatergoers can catch Vivid Stage's new comedy "B.I.N.G.O." at Oakes Center on Morris Avenue from October 8–18, with special discount nights and talkbacks. The accessible venue offers varied ticket prices, senior and under-30 deals, and an audio-described performance, giving local residents multiple ways to enjoy this workshop production close to home.
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2. Gavin Schnall Earns Salerno Duane Player of the Week Honors (tapinto.net) — Summit football fans can celebrate senior running back and linebacker Gavin Schnall, who powered the Hilltoppers' 13-6 home win over Carteret with 155 yards from scrimmage and nine tackles. His performance earned him Salerno Duane Player of the Week honors in a series spotlighting Summit High athletes and their impact on the community.
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3. America's Best Suburbs list puts NYC outskirts on top (amedpost.com) — Summit earns a top-three spot on HGTV's new list of America's most desirable suburbs, praised for its walkable downtown, top-rated schools, and tree-lined streets. The article highlights how city families increasingly choose Summit for more space without sacrificing culture, coffee, or community, reinforcing the town's growing regional reputation.
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4. Linden Set to Vote on Citywide AI Data Center Ban, Joining Statewide Push (communitynews.org) — Summit is among nearly 70 New Jersey towns that have already banned AI data centers, a move now being considered by nearby Linden as well. Local officials across the state cite heavy energy and water use, infrastructure strain, and limited job creation as key reasons, tying these bans to broader climate and quality-of-life concerns.
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📸 Around Summit
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Summit
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★ Featured events ★
- Caregiver Open House →
JCC of Central New Jersey, 1391 Martine Ave, Scotch Plains
7:00 pm - Sustainability Fair and EV EXPO →
Chatham Station, Railroad Plaza S, Chatham
10:00 am - Baker Street Fall Flea →
Maplewood Village, Maplewood
11:00 am - Too Old For That Improv: New Beginnings, Bad Decisions →
Vivid Stage, 120 Morris Ave, Summit
8:00 pm - Kick-Off Sunday →
UMC Summit 17 Kent Place Blvd., Summit NJ,
9:15 am - Spencer Savings Bank Hosts Pet Adoption Day →
680 River Dr, Elmwood Park
11:00 am - SEE WHAT KIDS CAN MAKE. Threads of Chaos Student Fashion Show September 20 • New Providence →
309 South St, New Providence
4:00 pm - A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp →
Meadowbrook Country Day Camp, 73 E Valley Brook Rd, Washington Township
12:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
- Louis Armstrong: The Early Years →
New Providence Presbyterian Church, 1307 Springfield Ave, New Providence
9:30 am - Campfire Friends at Reeves-Reed Arboretum →
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit
7:00 pm - Fortnightly Club Welcome Coffee for New and Prospective Members →
214 Springfield Ave, Summit
9:00 am - Fall Migration Bird Walk #2 →
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit
8:30 am - Goat Yoga at Reeves-Reed Arboretum →
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit
10:00 am - National Dance Day →
The Connection, 79 Maple St, Summit
12:45 pm - Men's Health: Understanding PSA Screening, Prostate Cancer Detection, and Sexual Health →
79 Maple St, Summit
1:30 pm - Mah Jongg Disco Dessert Party →
Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Ave, Summit
6:30 pm
Tuesday September 15
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
Wednesday September 23
Thursday September 24
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💬 Chatter
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- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager II in Springfield. Apply here.
- Cold Stone Creamery posted a job opening for Crew Member in Union. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Summit here.
Ok Summit! 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: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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