Author Hilderbrand Coming to Hampshire House

SONG OF THE DAY: "Ya Hey" by Vampire Weekend

Good morning, Beacon Hill! Here are five things you need to know today, Monday, June 17:

1. AUTHOR COMING TO HAMPSHIRE HOUSE: Have you ever wanted to crash a wedding? Hosts Blackstone’s and the Hampshire House invite you to meet national bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand whose new book, "Beautiful Day" will having you wishing you could crash the one in her story. More info on June 25 event from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hampshire House here.

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4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On this day in 1885, the dismantled State of Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of America, arrives in New York Harbor after being shipped across the Atlantic Ocean in 350 individual pieces packed in more than 200 cases. The copper and iron statue, which was reassembled and dedicated the following year in a ceremony presided over by U.S. President Grover Cleveland, became known around the world as an enduring symbol of freedom and democracy. Information courtesy of History.com.

5. TODAY'S FORECAST: Partly sunny with highs in the lower-70s. Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers tonight, lows around 60.