5 Things You Need To Know Today—Friday, April 6

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1) Out in the sunshine: Sunny, with a high near 53. North wind between 11 and 15 mph. Tonight, partly cloudy, with a low around 34. North wind between 5 and 8 mph. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.)

2) He was giving him the business: Attention Melrose business owners: Did you miss participating in the first ? Well, it’s not too late to join the forum for this month’s survey. Let your voice be heard (anonymously) on a variety of important topics by signing up here. We're hoping your opinions will help promote conversation and make our community stronger.

3) Give 'em the boot: Melrose Boot Camp is holding a  and in support of the HFI 2012 Boston Marathon team. A suggested donation of $10 will be accepted upon arrival. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Exercise mat is optional. Cash donations and checks accepted. If paying by check, make payable to Housing Families Inc. Reserve your spot in advance by emailing: Joy@MelroseBootCamp.com

4) Use your voice every single time you open up your mouth: A discussion broke out yesterday on , which is where we get our Reader Commments of the Day. Kay said she wasn't in favor of eliminating the full-day fee because it almost means the elimination of the half-day kindergarten option. "Those half day kids had more tree climbing, playgrounds, sports, scootering, more time with their parents, more life experiences, and more enrichment in their life than those in a 25-1 ratio cow herding at school," she said. On the other hand, Jen supported the move, saying, "If someone is adamant about not having their child in a full day program, they do have other options. No one is forcing their children into full day kindergarten."

5) I just wanna have something to do: Here's today's lineup of weekly columns that run each Friday on Melrose Patch:

• : Our roundup of open houses for the upcoming weekend runs at 8 a.m. Realtors, you can add a photo or video of an open house you're hosting to the gallery!
  

• Best Of Patch Readers' Choice Results: Fridays at noon, we'll announce the winner of the weekly Best Of Patch Readers' Choice contest.

As always, check our calendar for the full slate of events—and add your own!