5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 15

1.  was a special guest in Amy Gogan’s third-grade class at the in recognition of “Community Reading Day” last week. Vigeant was on hand to read the students the story of "Thunder Cake" by Patricia Polacco, the story of a grandmother who soothes her granddaughter’s fears surrounding thunder storms by making a “thunder” cake. (see photo)

2. I'd like to welcome our newest blogger at Marlborough Patch! is a five year resident and the current Third Ward councilman. He will be blogging about youth sports for the most part. Check out his first blog here. If you are interested in blogging, send me an email. 

3. The New England Wild Flower Society seeks volunteers for a variety of capacities at Garden in the Woods in Framingham. No experience is necessary and it doesn't matter what your skill level or the amount of time you can devote to volunteering, said a release. To learn about all of the opportunities, join them for a Volunteers Fair, Tuesday, Feb. 28, at Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. There will be a brief presentation about volunteer opportunities, followed by refreshments and a tour of the facilities. Contact Education Director Bonnie Drexler to register.

4. The top 5 requested items at the over the past week: 1. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho; 2. Boardwalk Empire (DVD); 3. Body Surfing by Anita Shreve; 4. Brave Emily by Valerie Tripp; 5. The Change Up (DVD). 

5. The city of Marlborough has established an official Facebook page. They will answer citizen questions and keep you up to do date on some important data. Give them a like!

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