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🌱 Patch AM: 12th Annual dash4debra Returns To Benefit For EB Support
Spotted on the Lake Forest calendar: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course
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In today's newsletter:
- Lake Forest run unites community to support families living with EB
- Which new defenders just joined the Bears in Lake Forest?
Also on today's calendar: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 81 and low of 66 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, a stray t-storm, temps: high: 79, low: 62.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 12th Annual dash4debra Returns To Benefit For EB Support (patch.com) — Lake Forest neighbors are invited to Lake Forest Academy on August 23 for the 12th Annual dash4debra, a community run and walk supporting families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa. Hosted by Lake Forest resident and EB advocate Megan Gosselin, the event lets participants choose their own pace while raising funds for debra of America's patient services, education, advocacy, and research efforts. 
• Sanders getting shot to impress Browns coaches (altoonamirror.com) — From their Lake Forest headquarters, the Chicago Bears have added veteran pass rusher Marcus Davenport and defensive back Deantre Prince to bolster the defense. Around the league, several other NFL teams are juggling injuries, roster competitions, and signings as preseason battles intensify ahead of final cuts and the regular season kickoff.
📸 Around Lake Forest
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lake Forest
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★ Featured events ★
- Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course →
Lake Forest College, 555 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest
6:00 pm - Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Art and Architecture Course →
Lake Forest College, 555 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest
5:30 pm
Tuesday September 8
Thursday September 10
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Other local events
- Board of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m. →
Rondout Elem School Lake Forest, IL 60045
7:00 pm - District 67 Regular Board of Education Meeting
Lake Forest School District 67 Board Room, Lake Forest Community High School West Campus
7:00 pm - Electronics Recycling Drive →
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff
10:00 am - Midsummer Nights: Golden Hour Wine Tasting →
Gorton Center, 400 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest
7:00 pm - Northshore Chess Club at Starbucks →
Starbucks Reserve, 672 N Western Ave, Lake Forest
1:00 pm - Tea Dueling (Rescheduled) →
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff
6:00 pm - Salute in Song: Navy Band Great Lakes →
Gorton Center, 400 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest
4:00 pm - 1000 Books Before Kindergarten →
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff
10:00 am - National Library Card Sign-Up Month →
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff
10:00 am - LEGO Drop-In (Fall 2026) →
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff
3:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Saturday August 22
Thursday August 27
Sunday August 30
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
📣 Lake Forest Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Power Wellness Management, LLC posted a job opening for Member Services Associate - PT in Lake Forest. Apply here.
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Lake Bluff. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Forest here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lincolnshire
- Jayco Boasts Nearly 500 at 2026 Dealer Homecoming (rv-pro.com)
- McAuley Labels' Test Tube Printer Leads 2026 Lab Labeling List (dovernewsnow.com)
Highland Park
- Kenneth Steed — Contact Highland Park, IL (pga.com)
- Umphrey's McGee and moe. Go Big with 'Rebubula' Sandwich and Paul Simon Selection, Monkeys on Ecstasy to Play Garcia's on Monday Night (jambands.com)
Libertyville
- Woman Dies After Trying To Help Son In Des Plaines River (patch.com)
Ok Lake Forest! 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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