Five Things To Know Today

1.  Today is Wednesday, March 23.  The National Weather Service predicts snow after 2 p.m., but little accumulation during the day and a high temperature near 41 degrees. Snow is also likely tonight, with a low temperature near 29 degrees, and 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible.

2.  Students in Groton will take part in "Kick Butts Day" today, a national effort to prevent and stop young people from smoking and using other forms of tobacco. Middle and high school students will organize community “learning stations” to educate others about the dangers of smoking and teach younger children about the risks of tobacco use. Last year, thousands of students across the country took part in the event.

3.  Town Councilor Frank O'Beirne, Jr. suggested Tuesday night that perhaps the council should consider holding less money in reserve during this year. The council's practice has been to hold about 7.5 percent in reserve, and Groton is about $453,000 short of that figure. O'Beirne said he knows the bond rating houses do not like to see reserves decline, but Groton is ahead of what the state requires.

4.   The Tea Party Patriots hold their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. today in the Waterford Public Library. The topic planned for discussion is the state budget and impact on the economy .For more information, click here.

5.  Freelance Photographer Jason Neely will present a slide show and lecture on Ireland at 7 p.m. today in the Groton Public Library. The program is free and part of the library's focus on Ireland this month. Photographs will include history of Dublin and the Aran Islands. To see the event listing, click here.