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🌱 Patch AM: How did Mercer Island High School earn a top-five state ranking?
Also, don't miss Electronics Recycling Event on the Mercer Island Patch calendar
Greetings Mercer Island! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How did Mercer Island High School earn a top-five state ranking?
- Mercer Island's Connor Ward steps onto Seattle U's cross country stage
Also on today's calendar: Electronics Recycling Event and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Clouds giving way to sun, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.
- Thursday: Sunny; warm in the afternoon, temps: high: 83, low: 58.
- Friday: A blend of sun and clouds, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• MIHS ranked fifth in Washington by U.S. News & World Report (mi-reporter.com) — Mercer Island High School has been ranked fifth in Washington and 260th nationally by U.S. News & World Report, with students returning to campus on Aug. 26. Strong AP participation, high proficiency scores, and a 97% graduation rate underpin the recognition, which district leaders credit to the dedication of students, staff, and families. 
• 24 Freshmen Added to Cross Country and Track and Field Rosters (goseattleu.com) — A Mercer Island runner, Connor Ward, is among 24 freshmen joining Seattle University's cross country and track and field teams this year, bringing local talent to the Redhawks. The article highlights where each new athlete hails from, their high school achievements, and what they'll study as they start collegiate competition in Seattle.
📸 Around Mercer Island
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Mercer Island
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★ Featured events ★
- Electronics Recycling Event →
3R Technology, a CTL Company, 8002 S 208th St, Kent
9:00 am
Friday August 28
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Other local events
- MISD Transportation/Bus Driver In-Service
Mercer Island School District Crest Learning Center
7:00 am - Tech Support for Older Adults
Mercer Island Library 4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
3:00 pm - MISD Instructional Tech Day
Mercer Island School District MIHS
8:00 am - Tech Support for Older Adults
Mercer Island Library 4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
3:15 pm - MIHS Student Leadership/Freshman Welcome
Mercer Island School District MIHS Gym Main, MIHS Library/LPR
8:00 am - MISD Technology Services/MIHS Laptop Handout
Mercer Island School District MIHS Conference Room Commons
7:00 am - Tot Shabbat →
Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island
9:45 am - Arts On The Island /Weekend of Events →
Town Center, Mercer Island
5:00 pm
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Monday August 24
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
📣 Mercer Island Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Audubon Bird Walk
Bellevue Botanical Garden Garden Grounds, 12001 Main Street, Bellevue, 98005, United States
9:00 am - Bilingual Kaleidoscope Play & Learn / 仁⼈双语幼⼉乐园
Newport Way Library 14250 SE Newport Way, Bellevue, WA 98006
10:30 am - Red, White, & Bloom, America: An NGC Flower Show
Bellevue Botanical Garden The Aaron Education Center at the , 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
1:00 pm - Golden Hour Unboxed
Bellevue Botanical Garden The Aaron Education Center at the , 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
6:00 pm
Thursday August 20
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Mercer Island PatchAM possible:
- SD Framing — (425) 628-1326
- Crystal Carpet Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. — (425) 649-0908
- Eastside Tree Works — 2063969998
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We found an older kitten in our backyard in North Mercer Island.
It has been there for the last two days. The cat has no collar. Please see picture. Our neighbor took it in and is ready to bring it to its owners,… (Nextdoor North Mercer Island) - Does anyone have recommendations for a reliable bathroom remodel service?
Looking for someone who does quality work and is reasonably priced. Thanks! (Nextdoor North Mercer Island)
- Kroger posted a job opening for Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Mercer Island. Apply here.
- SBM Management posted a job opening for Custodian in Bellevue. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mercer Island here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bellevue
- Bellevue, WA, Tower Set to Become Tallest Mass Timber Office Building in US (getfea.com)
- Ride Bellevue connects visitors to bikes in Bellevue, Washington (momentummag.com)
- Java Developer + AWS-Bellevue, WA (Onsite) - VeridianTech - Bellevue, WA, US (dice.com)
Ok Mercer Island! 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: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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