Five Things You Should Know Today, June 18

1.     We’re in for heat and a chance of rain this weekend. The National Weather Service fore casts a 30 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Otherwise, it will be mostly sunny with temperatures reaching near 90, but the heat index says it could feel as hot as 97.

2.     Seriously, the New Port Richey Patch editor is looking for info about a catamaran floating off green key. Send tips to Alex.Tiegen@patch.com.

3.     Kyrja, a local author and elemental witch, will be signing and selling copies "Rupert's Tales: The Wheel of the Year", the story of a rabbit learning about paganism, at the Progess Energy Art Gallery Saturday from 1 p.m.–2 p.m. Check out here event posting here.

4.     Looking for some music to lighten up your Friday night or weekend? Check local musician Tim Cronin’s list of acts in his new blog here.

5.     The New Port Richey City Council is meeting for an eight-hour retreat June 18 to discuss setting a 20-year vision for the city. This will include setting core values, guiding principles and an unattainable core purpose meant to motivate them. The meeting is open to the public and will start at 8 a.m. in Peace Hall at 6431 Circle Boulevard.