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🌱 Patch AM: Why locals say Drexel Town Square is Oak Creek’s true community heart

Coming up on the Oak Creek Patch calendar: Meg Jones Author Fest at Oak Creek Public Library

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What's up Oak Creek! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why locals say Drexel Town Square is Oak Creek's true community heart

Also on today's calendar: Meg Jones Author Fest at Oak Creek Public Library and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 73, low: 56.
  • Monday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• COMMUNITY AND VIBRANCY: Oak Creek residents on what make their city truly special (tmj4.com) — Oak Creek residents are highlighting Market Place Shopping Village and Drexel Town Square as the city's most vibrant gathering spots, from farmers markets to the Oak Creek Beer Garden. Locals say the mix of shops, nature preserve access, music, and free events creates a strong sense of community. They're encouraging neighbors and visitors alike to come experience these spaces firsthand.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • IKEA posted a job opening for Carts Attendant (Part-Time) in Oak Creek. Apply here.
  • Hammel Companies Inc. posted a job opening for FT Outbound Dockworker 4pm Start - $25.81/hr in Oak Creek. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oak Creek here.

🗞 Nearby News

South Milwaukee

  • McGrath, Goeden, Cox, Schmidt, Bodendorfer sparkle at Independence 30 (whbl.com)
  • Wisconsin's Family-Owned Mexican Favorite Is Winning Diners Over The Old-Fashioned Way (takingthekids.com)

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Ok Oak Creek! 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: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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