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🌱 Patch AM: Lemont community notes the passing of Loretta Ann Herm, 89

Happening soon: Fall Acting Workshop Intensive on the Lemont Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Lemont community notes the passing of Loretta Ann Herm, 89
  • How a Homer Glen thrift shop is channeling support back to Lemont
  • How a Lemont memorial honored Charlie Kirk's controversial conservative legacy

Also on today's calendar: Fall Acting Workshop Intensive and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, warm and humid, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Sunday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 76, low: 56.
  • Monday: Chance of a p.m. shower, with a high of 71 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Loretta Ann Herm, 89 (southwestregionalpublishing.com) — Longtime mother and grandmother Loretta Ann Herm, 89, passed away September 4 at Franciscan Village in Lemont, where her family suggests memorial donations be directed. With deep ties to Sacred Heart Parish and a life marked by faith, music, and travel, her visitation and funeral services are scheduled in nearby Palos Hills for those wishing to pay respects.
   

• Homer Glen thrift shop to give back to southwest suburban charities (chicagotribune.com) — A new nonprofit thrift store in Homer Glen is partnering with Christ Community Church in Lemont to funnel profits back into nearby communities, including Lemont. Local shoppers and donors help support charities like Hope and Friendship in Lemont, while the shop also offers space for counseling and nonprofits, giving Lemont-area residents another way to give and receive help close to home.
   

• Dozens gather in Lemont to remember Charlie Kirk, visit first Turning Point USA office (chicagotribune.com) — Lemont residents recently gathered at Matt's BBQ to honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk and reflect on his ties to Turning Point USA's first office in town. Locals shared how his politics, Christian faith, and youth outreach influenced their own beliefs and activism, while acknowledging his controversial positions and national profile.
   

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Ok Lemont! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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