Daily Five: Community Garden, Andy Serkis, Events Calendar

1. Some morning showers possible and a few tenacious clouds hanging around in the afternoon with a high of 47 degrees. Sunrise is 6:01 a.m., sunset is 7:35 p.m. The overnight low drops to 35 degrees.

2. Help FRESH New London prepare for the coming season with a preparation of the community garden at the intersection of Williams Street and Mercer Street today. This runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and is followed by a community potluck with some food provided by the garden’s pizza oven. You also have the opportunity to buy plants during this time.

3. One user posted on the events calendar to let people know about a big yard sale in Waterford today. Head to that listing to learn more about what’s up for sale and when this will take place.

4. You can add your own events to the community calendar as well. Head to the Events page, click Post an Event, and fill out the necessary information.

5. Andy Serkis, an English actor best known for his motion capture work including the portrayal of Gollum in the Lord of the Rings movies, turns 49 today.

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