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Spotted on the Darien calendar: Downers Grove Marching Mustangs 23rd Annual Music Bowl

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

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Downers Grove Marching Mustangs 23rd Annual Music Bowl at Downers Grove South High School
  • Armchair Holy Land Pilgrimage at Carmelite Spiritual Center
  • Senior Event: Tin Can Scarecrow at Darien Park District Community Center

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

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Not as warm with rain, with a high of 67 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with rain, temps: high: 70, low: 59.
  • Friday: Decreasing clouds; less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 51 degrees.

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Downers Grove

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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