5 Things You Need To Know Today—Friday, June 15

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1) A state of grace: Sunny today, with a high near 70. East wind between 10 and 14 mph. Today, mostly clear, with a low around 54. East wind 5 to 7 mph becoming north. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.)

2) That's 72 unforced errors for Richie Tenenbaum: The Melrose Recreation Department is holding a . This free event features skills, drills, and games throughout the day and is a great way to try tennis for the first time and to get ready for the city's QuickStart tennis programs starting on June 25. If you have a racquet, bring it with you.

3) It's egg rollin': New York Life has a free presentation on Learn how to determine your retirement income needs, achieve your goals and protect your nest egg in these turbulent times. A raffle and some light refreshments will follow the presentation.

4) Omnia mutantur, nihil interit: In case you missed it, yesterday was quite a busy day for Melrose Public Schools, and thus a busy day at Melrose Patch, which broke the news here in the city. after one year here in Melrose, and .

5) By old Friday evening we're free: 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!
  

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