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🌱 Patch AM: Which Newtown high school made Pennsylvania’s “best of” list?
Spotted on the Newtown calendar: Our Founding Waters - A Community River Festival

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In today's newsletter:
- Which Newtown high school made Pennsylvania's "best of" list?
Also on today's calendar: Our Founding Waters - A Community River Festival and 13 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 92 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, temps: high: 79, low: 70.
- Thursday: Warmer with a thunderstorm, with a high of 90 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Best high schools in Pennsylvania (erienewsnow.com) — A new statewide ranking of Pennsylvania high schools includes a standout private school in Newtown highlighting its small 6-to-1 student–teacher ratio. The list, based on academics plus culture, sports, and resources, also features a Newtown Square school, giving local families a quick snapshot of how nearby options compare across the state.
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📸 Around Newtown
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Newtown
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★ Featured events ★
- Our Founding Waters - A Community River Festival →
Washington Crossing Historic Park, 1112 River Rd, Washington Crossing
9:30 am - Tai Chi for Arthritis →
Friends Village, Styer Campus, 331 Lower Dolington Rd, Newtown
2:00 pm - 1st Thursday at Alderfer Auction Doylestown - Evaluations with Fine Art Specialist Christian Answini →
3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown
10:00 am - First Thursday - Community Shredding at Shady Brook Farm →
12:00 pm - Open House - FREE Golf & Golf Lessons →
906 Antique Aly, Yardley
6:00 pm - Annual Pig Roast, Music, Games →
Newtown United Methodist Church, 35 Liberty St, Newtown
3:00 pm - Bucks County AOH Irish Festival →
Charlann Farms, 586 Stony Hill Rd, Morrisville
9:00 am - Interior Remodeling: Kitchens and Bathroom Brunch and Learn →
4814 York Rd, Doylestown
11:30 am
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 13
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- Los Lobos →
Newtown Theatre, 120 N State St, Newtown
8:00 pm - Sip. Savor. Sound. Uncorked Thursdays: Live Music at the Winery →
1853 Wrightstown Rd, Newtown
6:00 pm - Wine & Gelato Pairing →
1853 Wrightstown Rd, Newtown
7:00 pm - Labor Day Celebration at Sesame Place Philadelphia →
Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne
10:00 am - Live Music at the Vineyard →
Crossing Vineyards and Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Newtown
2:00 pm - Labor Day Celebration at Sesame Place Philadelphia →
Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne
10:00 am - Newtown Black & White Dinner →
Newtown Theatre, 120 N State St, Newtown
5:30 pm - Labor Day Fireworks at Sesame Place Philadelphia →
Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne
8:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
📣 Newtown Shout Outs!
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Handyman Retired Carpenter Over 30 Years Experience
"We Can Take Care of That Honey To-Do List" Carpentry Repairs and Home Improvements: Doors, Shelving and Drywall.Install Handicap Grab... (More info) - Community Chorus Seeking Singers
Who: Centennial Singers... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Bakery Clerk in Newtown. Apply here.
- Trinity Health posted a job opening for Building Services Aide - Night shift in Langhorne. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newtown here.
🗞 Nearby News
Langhorne
- 7 Brew Set to Open in Bensalem in 2027, Replacing Former Wells Fargo Bank (bucksco.today)
- How to give up your car (sometimes), save money, and save the planet (inquirer.com)
Yardley
- Mountain Oaks Road Targeted For Vehicle Break-Ins: Lower Makefield Crimes (patch.com)
Levittown
- Skimming Device Alert, New School Year Starts: Lower Bucks Co. News (patch.com)
Ok Newtown! 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: By starting with a large fortune. (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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