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Hello again Natick! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why St. Paul's Church suddenly halted Gale House demolition plans
  • Discover Broadmoor's easy Natick trails for peak fall color
  • How will a $400M refinancing shape Natick Mall's future?

Also on today's calendar: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 82 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 71, low: 44.
  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Natick church's Gale House demo on hold (natickreport.com) — St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Natick has paused its planned demolition of Gale House, delaying a key step in its broader renovation project after failing to reach a construction contract agreement. Church leaders say they're relieved to reconsider contractors and will keep using temporary chapel offices while they seek a better fit, asking parishioners to stay engaged and pray for progress.
   

• 12 Gentle Massachusetts Nature Walks That Deliver Fall Color Without a Hard Climb (newsbreak.com) — One of the easiest ways for Natick residents to enjoy fall color close to home is Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, which offers flat trails, boardwalks, and good wildlife viewing. It's part of a statewide list of gentle walks, but Broadmoor stands out for its mix of ponds, woods, and fields, plus family-friendly amenities and clear visiting hours.
   

• Brookfield to Secure $400M Refinancing for Natick Mall Outside Boston (realtytoday.com) — A major refinancing deal is in the works for Natick Mall, with Brookfield Properties set to secure a $400 million, five-year loan later this month to replace existing debt and fund costs. With nearly 94% occupancy and long-term leases, lenders see the Natick shopping center as a strong, stable asset, signaling continued confidence in top-tier malls even amid a mixed retail landscape.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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