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🌱 Patch AM: How Springfield’s undefeated Cougars crushed Upper Darby under Friday night lights
And check out Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Springfield Patch calendar
Greetings Springfield! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Springfield's undefeated Cougars crushed Upper Darby under Friday night lights
Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Rain, heavy at times, with a high of 62 and low of 58 degrees.
- Monday: A little morning rain; cloudy, temps: high: 65, low: 59.
- Tuesday: Rather cloudy and warmer, with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• H.S. Football: Valletti, Springfield run over Upper Darby (centredaily.com) — Springfield High's football team steamrolled Upper Darby 43-0 Friday, staying undefeated at 5-0 and continuing a dominant defensive streak with three straight shutouts. Senior running back TJ Valletti led the way with 160 rushing yards, two touchdowns, and a pick-six, while a powerful offensive line and deep supporting cast showed Springfield looks ready to defend its District 1 Class 5A title. 
📸 Around Springfield
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Springfield
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★ Featured events ★
- Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! →
Rosemont College, 1400 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr
7:00 pm - Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! →
Penn Wood High School, 100 Green Ave, Lansdowne
7:00 pm - Run For The Hills...& Trees! Newtown Square 5K to Support Local Open Space on 10/3 →
On Point Farm, 6114 Goshen Rd, Newtown Square
3:00 pm
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
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Other local events
- Entangled Life: Book Discussion Group
Scott Horticultural Library, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore
6:00 pm - Accessible Mushroom Tour
Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore
3:00 pm - Fungi Fest: Entangled Life: A Conversation with Merlin Sheldrake
Science Center 101, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore
6:00 pm - SubstiToothFairy Presents: A Night To Remember- Celebration For A Cause →
Springfield Country Club, 400 West Sproul Road, Springfield - Nature Nook Fall Session
Wister Center, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore
10:00 am - Prof. Leon Jay - SCJ East Coast Camp Philadelphia →
MKA Karate, 151 S State Rd., Springfield
2:00 pm - Old Timers Panel - DELCO →
Springfield Friends Meeting, 1001 Old Sproul Rd, Springfield
7:00 pm - Good Gardening Saturday: Preparing Your Soil for Winter →
Smedley Park, 20 Paper Mill Road, Springfield
10:00 am
Monday September 28
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Wednesday October 7
Saturday October 10
📣 Springfield Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- UD Rec: Bird Walk with Birding Club of Delco →
Gillespie Park, Clifton Heights
8:00 am - 3rd Annual Brunch Honoring the 2025 Class of Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleader Alumni →
The Towne House, 117 Veterans Square, Media
10:00 am - Media Farmers Market →
East State Street, Media
10:00 am - UD Rec: Community Walk with K-9 Radar →
Gillespie Park, Clifton Heights
10:00 am
Sunday September 27
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🗞 Nearby News
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- Delco Downhill Derby was a drive in the driving rain (delcotimes.com)
- WoF Quickcap: 9/24/2026 (wordpress.com)
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Swarthmore
- Cambria County commissioners hire former Blair County clerk (altoonamirror.com)
Ok Springfield! 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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