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🌱 2026 Valley of the Seven Stars: Cosmic Campout - Saturday and 11 more events

Also, don't miss Friday Cheers at Blue Mountain Barrel House on the Arrington Patch calendar

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Hello Arrington! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Friday Cheers at Blue Mountain Barrel House at Blue Mountain Barrel House Brewery and Restaurant
  • Valley of the Seven Stars at Lockn' Farm
  • 2026 Valley of the Seven Stars: Cosmic Campout - Saturday

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Tuesday: Sunny and not as warm, with a high of 66 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 73, low: 55.
  • Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 81 and low of 53 degrees.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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