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Coming up on the Oak Forest Patch calendar: Small Street 2026 - Artisan Market & More

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Coffee in hand, Oak Forest? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Small Street 2026 - Artisan Market & More at Crafted 1979 Bottle Shop & Tap Room
  • Consumer Protection Commission Meeting
  • Crafternoon: Printmaking at Camp Sullivan

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

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Thursday: Clouds breaking for some sun, temps: high: 80, low: 58.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 81 and low of 64 degrees.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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