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Also check out Film Premiere - The Marvel of Seeds! on the Berlin Patch calendar

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What's up Berlin! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Know anything about the Webster Bank robbery suspect in Berlin?
  • Starting at a Berlin gym? Read this before your first workout rush.

Also on today's calendar: Film Premiere - The Marvel of Seeds! and 1 more event.

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Today's riddle: I quit my job as a banker. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Berlinfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Friday: Breezy with partial sunshine, with a high of 29 and low of 16 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 29, low: 22.
  • Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 32 and low of 14 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Berlin police investigating bank robbery (fox61.com) — Berlin police are investigating a recent robbery at Webster Bank where a man reportedly threatened a teller with a firearm before fleeing in a gray 2020 Cadillac CT6. Officers have already executed search warrants in North Haven and are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Chaffee directly. Residents should stay alert and report any helpful tips.
   

• Doctors warn against doing too much too quickly when starting New Year fitness routines (wfsb.com) — If you’re jumping into a New Year workout at a Berlin gym, local trainers and a Yale New Haven Health orthopedic surgeon urge you to start slowly to avoid injuries that derail your goals. Powerhouse Gym co-owner Jack Banks says interest is surging, but doctors recommend short, manageable sessions, proper warmups, and accountability partners to stay consistent and safe.
   

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    Friday January 2
  • Walk With Me
    Newington, CT Calendar , Senior & Disabled Center 120 Cedar Street , Newington
    12:30 pm
  • Live Music at Seaview Bistro at Water's Edge Resort & Spa
    At Seaview Bistro , 1525 Boston Post Road , Westbrook
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    • Saturday January 3
  • Hartford Home Show
    Vale Fieldhouse , 1280 Newfield St , Middletown
    10:00 am
  • Create Together: Craft a Yearly Calendar
    Farmington Library , 6 Monteith Drive , Farmington
    10:30 am
    • Monday January 5
  • Mindful Eating: Eat Drink and Mind your Middle
    Newington, CT Calendar , 120 Cedar Street , Newington
    10:00 am
  • Baby's Morning Out Playgroup by UCONN
    Farmington Library , 6 Monteith Drive , Farmington
    10:00 am
  • Public Safety Telecommunications Commission
    Middletown, CT Calendar Middletown, CT 06457
    11:00 am
  • Theater and Circus classes for ages 1 - 20
    Middletown, CT Calendar Middletown, CT 06457
    12:00 pm
  • Boys Basketball @ Johnston
    Middletown Public Schools , 311 Hunting Hill Avenue , Middletown
    4:00 pm
  • Gilead Mental Health Resource Center Family Support Group
    Middlesex County Chamber , 175 East Main St. , Middletown
    5:30 pm

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Ok Berlin! 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: I just lost interest.
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