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Yellow Springs, Ohio Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Yellow Springs! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Planning a June hike? See why Clifton Gorge tops the list
- Why Yellow Springs is being hailed as a luxe trip on less
- Why Michelle Obama held up Yellow Springs as a model of freedom
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Sunshine and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 54 degrees.
- Thursday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 81, low: 60.
- Friday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 83 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 12 Ohio Hikes To Do This June With Big Rewards For Just A Few Miles (everafterinthewoods.com) — Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve, just outside Yellow Springs, is featured as a top June hike, with lush gorge views and roaring Little Miami River scenery in only a few miles. The guide also urges hikers to linger in Yellow Springs afterward for coffee and artsy shops, alongside 11 other short-but-rewarding Ohio trails. 
• Hidden Gem Destinations That Feel Luxurious for Less (cheapism.com) — Yellow Springs is spotlighted here as an affordable getaway, praised for its unspoiled nature, lively arts scene, and independent cafés that create a relaxed, tourist-friendly vibe. The piece compares the village to pricier destinations nationwide, positioning it as a budget-conscious choice for travelers seeking scenery and culture without big-city crowds or luxury-hotel prices.
• Michelle Obama Talks Art Of The 'Swerve'; Mindful 'Third Act' In Live SXSW London IMO Edition: 'This Is Probably The Last Chapter In My Career' (deadline.com) — Michelle Obama’s recent SXSW London podcast taping included a shout-out to Yellow Springs, highlighting Dave Chappelle’s choice to live simply in his hometown as an example of financial freedom and courage. While most of the conversation focused on her “third act” and life lessons for younger generations, Yellow Springs figured as a model of grounded, small-town living that supports creative independence.
📸 Around Yellow Springs
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Speaking From The Heart (BIG K3V, Kris Kobaine... →
Tuck-N-Red's Spirits & Wine, 305 N Walnut St, Yellow Springs
8:00 pm
Friday June 5
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Other local events
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Summer Family Storytime
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Boonshoft Museum: Dayton's Dino
Yellow Springs Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Recycle-osaurus
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Storytime for Littles
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Rainbows, beads, and chimes - oh my!
Yellow Springs Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Summer Reading Kickoff
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Cookie Decorating
Yellow Springs Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
1:30 pm
Thursday June 4
Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
📣 Yellow Springs Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Patio Playtime
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Play Time for Younger Children
Yellow Springs Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Tarot Study Group with Esmé Rose
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Summer Family Storytime
Xenia Community Library 415 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
10:30 am
Wednesday June 3
Thursday June 4
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💬 Chatter
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- The Retail Odyssey Company posted a job opening for Now Hiring: Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight in Yellow Springs. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News
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- LIST: 2026 Pride Month events in the Miami Valley (wdtn.com)
- These 12 Are The Best Ohio Places To Find Fossils, Beach Glass, And More (everafterinthewoods.com)
Xenia
- Xenia launches Community Paramedicine Pilot Program (wdtn.com)
- Xenia OH Real Estate & Homes For Sale (zillow.com)
- AeroVironment to expand production capabilities near Dayton (spectrumnews1.com)
Ok Yellow Springs! 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: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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