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Be sure to catch Wakefield Porchfest 2026 on the Reading Patch calendar

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Good morning Reading! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Wakefield Porchfest 2026 at 60 locations around Wakefield
  • Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!) at Ephraim Curtis Middle School
  • Library at the Farmers' Market at Maynard Public Library

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

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 82 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Reading Art Association Hosts A Painting Demonstration by Steve Greco —Brian Kimerer Read on Patch
  • Sen. Lewis, Rep. Haggerty, & Mass. Legislature Protect Free Expression & Guard Against Political Book Bans —Jason Lewis Read on Patch
  • Red fox observed running around Winthrop & Tower twice this week.
    I hope it eats the stinkin' rabbits eating my shrubs ! (Nextdoor Reading)
  • Hamra Enterprises - Wendy's posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in North Reading. Apply here.
  • Yard House Restaurant Company posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager in Lynnfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Reading here.

🗞 Nearby News

Wakefield

North Reading

  • Mother remembers 8-year-old killed in North Reading crash: 'No such thing as closure' (wcvb.com)
  • Teradyne Robotics ramps up fight against cobot copycats (therobotreport.com)
  • Massachusetts' 250th anniversary license plates is setting records. But where's the money going? (massterlist.com)

Burlington

  • Huge Scratch-Off Winner Sold At Burlington Store (patch.com)

Ok Reading! 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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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