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Coming up on the Grottoes Patch calendar: CircleTime @Grottoes Branch Library

Thursday August 27th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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

Coming up on the calendar:

  • CircleTime @Grottoes Branch Library at Grottoes Branch Library
  • VPAS Cafe - New friends are waiting for you 60+ at Town of Grottoes Town Hall
  • Crafty Kids @Grottoes Branch Library at Grottoes Branch Library

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 82, low: 63.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.

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  • 'Her biggest legacy': Harrisonburg nonprofit discusses impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library (whsv.com)
  • RHSPCA celebrates 'Dog Days of Summer' at Rootstock Wine Bar (whsv.com)
  • The Lindsey, wins approval in 3-2 city council vote (hburgcitizen.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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