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Happening soon: Fancy cats and dogs animal rescue Annual wine and cheese fundraiser on the Mount Vernon Patch calendar

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Hi Mount Vernon! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Fancy cats and dogs animal rescue Annual wine and cheese fundraiser at Paradise Springs Winery
  • Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala at The Tower Club Tysons
  • 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer at Fort Hunt Park

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

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 66 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 75, low: 46.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 68 and low of 43 degrees.

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Ok Mount Vernon! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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