🌱 Patch AM: Did you know Solon helped bring this buzzy horror movie to life?

Hi there, Solon! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Did you know Solon helped bring this buzzy horror movie to life?
• Why Solon families are flocking to Hudson's new inclusive DREAM Playground

Also on today's calendar: Luncheon and Fashion Show and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 84 and low of 72 degrees.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 86, low: 73. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, hot and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'Buddy' Ending Explained And What A Possible Sequel Could Look Like (fictionhorizon.com) — Solon quietly plays a role in the new horror film "Buddy," which shot scenes in town along with other Northeast Ohio locations like Brooklyn and Burton. The movie turns a kids' TV show into a brutal nightmare and has earned strong reviews, sparking talk of a possible sequel that could build on its unresolved ending.
   

• DREAM Playground opens inclusive play space for Summit County and beyond (scriptype.com) — Families from Solon are already heading to Hudson's new DREAM Playground, Summit County's first fully inclusive play space designed for kids and adults of all abilities. Open at Oak Grove Park, it grew from one Hudson family's push for accessible fun and now draws visitors from across Northeast Ohio. It's a nearby option if you're seeking inclusive recreation close to home.
   

📸 Around Solon

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Solon

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday September 15
• Cardio Drumming at Solon Community Center: Youth →
  Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Pkwy, Solon
  6:30 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday September 1
• SMS Curriculum Night
  Solon Middle School 6835 S.O.M. Center Road, Solon, OH 44139
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 16
• Luncheon and Fashion Show →
  The Tanglewood Club, 8745 Tanglewood Trail, Chagrin Falls
  12:00 pm
• City of Solon | Farmers Market 2026 →
  Solon Bicentennial Park & Solon Bull House Gallery, 34045 Bainbridge Rd, Solon
  4:00 pm
Tuesday September 22
• Cardio Drumming at Solon Community Center: Youth →
  Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Pkwy, Solon
  5:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Monday August 31
• Boys' Golf (Varsity) v. Cuyahoga Heights High School
  Bryden Elementary School Highland Park Golf Course
  4:00 pm
• Girl's Tennis (Varsity) v. Fairview High School'
  Bryden Elementary School Beachwood Tennis Courts
  4:30 pm
• BZA/Planning Commission Meeting →
  Moreland Hills, OH Calendar, 4350 SOM CENTER ROAD, Moreland Hills
  6:00 pm
Tuesday September 1
• Architectural Board of Review (1) →
  Chagrin Falls, OH Calendar Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
  8:30 am
• Facilities Committee Meeting →
  Moreland Hills, OH Calendar, 4350 SOM CENTER ROAD, Moreland Hills
  11:00 am
• Roads & Safety Committee Meeting →
  Moreland Hills, OH Calendar, 4350 SOM CENTER ROAD, Moreland Hills
  11:30 am
• Finance Committee at CIB →
  Twinsburg, OH Calendar, 10075 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg
  5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Goodwin Recruiting posted a job opening for Executive Chef for Country Club in Solon. Apply here.
• Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Solon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Solon here.

🗞 Nearby News

Chagrin Falls

• Perry rolls to 45-12 win over Kenston behind Trefzger's 3 TDs (cleveland.com)

Orange

• As the fans go wild at Orange Lion Stadium: Pepper Pike Police Blotter (cleveland.com)

Bedford

• Bedford Recognizes Life-Saving Firefighters, Purchases New Police Cruisers, and Addresses Zoning Appointment Debate at May 18 Council Meeting (bedfordohio.org)
• Bedford City Council Approves Hikma Incentive Deal, Infrastructure Upgrades, and Hail Recovery Plans at July 6 Meeting (bedfordohio.org)
• Next Month in Bedford — September 2026 (bedfordohio.org)

Ok Solon! 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: A waist of time (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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