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🌱 Patch AM: Storm forces last-minute cancellation of Wayne Day this weekend
Spotted on the Wayne calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Good morning Wayne! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Storm forces last-minute cancellation of Wayne Day this weekend
- How a double-overtime thriller in Wayne flipped in Ramapo's favor
Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Rain becoming steadier, with a high of 62 and low of 57 degrees.
- Monday: Cool with rain and drizzle, temps: high: 61, low: 54.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 70 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• New Jersey storm cancels and postpones weekend events (nj1015.com) — Wayne residents should know that Wayne Day has been canceled this weekend because of a strong coastal storm expected to bring heavy rain and high winds across New Jersey. The storm is disrupting many community celebrations statewide, but local plans in Wayne and nearby Hawthorne are directly affected, with organizers urging people to stay safe until conditions improve early next week.
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• Double-OT FG caps 14-point comeback in matchup of state football finalists (nj.com subscription) — A dramatic high school football showdown in Wayne saw Ramapo erase a 14-point deficit to edge Passaic Tech 17-14 in double overtime on Friday night. The game, played on a Wayne field, featured big passing plays, standout defensive performances, and a clutch 36-yard field goal to seal the comeback.
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7:30 pm - 6th Annual Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo →
Riverview Ballroom, 700 Palisadium Dr, Cliffside Park
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Other local events
- Rolls & Realms - Adults →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
6:00 pm - Make Your Move! Board & Card Game Events →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
6:30 pm - Virtual Author Chat with Elizabeth John →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
2:00 pm - Mahjong with Enza →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
4:00 pm - Lunchbox Learning - Inspiring Talk with John C. Morley →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
12:30 pm - YA Anime/Manga/Graphic Novel Club →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
4:00 pm - Rolls & Realms - Teens →
Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne
3:30 pm - Pet Blessing & Pet Food and Toy Drive →
Immaculate Heart of Mary Wayne NJ, 580 Ratzer Rd, Wayne
11:00 am
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
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🗞 Nearby News
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Hawthorne
- Morris/Sussex high school football scoreboard: Week 4 (njherald.com)
Paterson
- 145 Union Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502 (redfin.com)
- Paterson Police Seek Suspect After Safe Stolen in Residential Burglary (tapinto.net)
- Paterson Healing Collective Makes Sure Shooting Victims More than Just a Headline (tapinto.net)
Ok Wayne! 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: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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