
- The colder weather is settling in, which may be a bummer to some, but at least the forecast has been consistent that past few days. That counts for something, right? According to the National Weather Service, we can expect cloudy skies today, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 66 degrees. Same as yesterday. At night, a chance of rain, mainly after 4 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 52. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent.
- Calling all thesbians! Connecticut Talent Management is seeking talent for its up and coming talent management agency. They work with the best NY-based industry professionals in film, modeling, on-camera commercials, voiceover, and more. Dawn Woods King, owner, represents talent working in all areas of the industry including featured appearances on TV and commercials such as Nickelodeon, MTV, ToysRUs and Cheerios to name just a few. Come to the open casting call tonight at 5 p.m..
- Want to get in on the Zumba action? You can try your first class for FREE at Studio V Fitness on River Road at 7 p.m. Come Try Zumba, TRX, Yoga. It's a new studio clean and fresh. No experience necessary - it's a party for everyone!
- Connecticut high-school students and their teachers are invited to participate in the Bill of Rights Institute’s sixth annual Being an American Essay Contest.The largest contest of its kind in the country, the Being an American Essay Contest explores the Founding principles outlined in the Constitution. Specifically, students are asked to share their thoughts on the Constitution by answering the following question: “How does the Constitution establish and maintain a culture of liberty?” The top three student winners from each of the five geographical regions will be awarded cash prizes of $1,000 (First Place), $500 (Second Place), and $250 (Third Place). Teacher sponsors for each student winner will also receive a cash prize of $100.
- This day in history....1967: Walt Disney's "Jungle Book" is released, 1975: Simon and Garfunkel reunite on SNL to sing "My Little Town," 1989: U.S. 62nd manned space mission STS-34 (Atlantis 5) launches into orbit.
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