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Greetings Fremont! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet Gunner, the colorful macaw brightening Fremont's Lake Elizabeth
  • Fremont police seek help identifying person of interest in hotel assault
  • Where in Fremont can you read silently and still make friends?

Also on today's calendar: Live @ LPV McFunky Band and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cool, temps: high: 72, low: 58.
  • Sunday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Colors At Lake Elizabeth: Fremont Photo Of The Day (patch.com) — Fremont readers get a cheerful look at Lake Elizabeth through Jeff Cast's vibrant photo of his macaw, Gunner, enjoying a beautiful day at the park's picnic tables. The feature invites locals to share their own high-quality images that capture the beauty and fun of Fremont and Northern California.
   

2. Police Release Sketch Of 'Person Of Interest' In Sexual Assault At Fremont Hotel (patch.com) — Fremont police are asking residents to help identify a person of interest linked to an Aug. 16 sexual assault at a hotel on Lakeview Boulevard. Officers released a detailed sketch and description, urging anyone who recognizes the man to call the department's tip line.
   

3. Is reading dead? Not at the Bay Area's thriving Silent Book Clubs (eastbaytimes.com) — Silent Book Club is thriving in Fremont, where Banter Bookshop hosts monthly after-hours gatherings that draw 10 to 20 readers for quiet reading and low-key socializing. Locals of all ages are using these meetings to build friendships, unplug from screens, and reconnect with books. Fremont also has an official Silent Book Club chapter listed alongside many Bay Area locations.
   

4. Nacho Night Done Right: Easy & Delicious Sheet Pan Nachos (macaronikid.com) — If you're looking for an easy family dinner in Fremont, these sheet pan nachos come together quickly with customizable toppings and simple pantry ingredients. The recipe's shared by Jennifer Hill, publisher of Macaroni KID Fremont, highlighting a fun, low-stress way to feed kids and adults alike. It's a flexible option for busy local weeknights.
   

5. California Man Takes an Armed Teen's Gun in a Midday Apartment Break-In and Kills Him With It (usacarry.com) — A recent midday home invasion on San Pedro Drive in Fremont ended when a resident wrestled away a teenage intruder's gun and fatally shot him, according to police. Another teen suspect was later arrested on burglary and assault allegations, while both residents suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Fremont police are still investigating and are asking anyone with information to contact their Investigations Unit.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday August 28
  • Shared Governance Chairs Training
    Performing Arts Center C700 722D Event Center (Large Side)
    8:00 am
  • ROAR Rally Kick-Off
    Alexander Rose Elementary Milpitas, CA 95035
    8:00 am
  • Core Values Assembly- Primary
    Joseph Weller Elementary Milpitas, CA 95035
    8:15 am
  • CHHS MINIMUM DAY
    Calaveras Hills Milpitas, CA 95035
    8:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A Visit to Natalie's Place - What I Heard From Residents
    Natalie's Place is a former Motel 6 in Warm Springs that has been converted into a shelter focused on medically vulnerable and older adults… (Nextdoor Glenmoor)
  • Looking for a cat groomer / bathing service Hi neighbors, I'm looking for a professional cat groomer who can safely bathe my 7-year-old female tabby.
    She's an indoor cat and very scared of water. We're trying to reduce cat dander in the home due to allergies, so I'd prefer someone experienced with… (Nextdoor Sundale)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Taco Bell Team Member-Service Champion in Fremont. Apply here.
  • 85C Bakery Cafe posted a job opening for Bakery Management - Supervisor Fremont in Fremont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fremont here.

Ok Fremont! 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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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