5 Things You Need To Know Today—Wednesday, March 21

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1) Soft kisses on a summer's day: Areas of fog before 9 a.m. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind between 6 and 10 mph. Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 55. Southwest wind between 6 and 8 mph. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.)

2) Tell me who are you—ooh ooh, ooh ooh: The continue tonight with Ms. Cyndy Taymore. I'll be live blogging once again.

3) It's the state of the national health: Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice are hosting a from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. to provide access to the important information needed to enjoy good health. Seniors and their families are invited to visit the fair. There will be a free continental breakfast, vendors, free screenings, demonstrations,  free samples and free raffles. If you need a ride,  call 781-662-6886.

4) I salt and pepper my mango: Here are today's specials around Melrose:

• : Soup—Potato Leek; Lunch—Chicken Cutlet Panini w/ Pesto, Roasted Red Peppers, & Provolone. [Note: menu subject to change.]

• : Meatballs. All subs $3.99.

• Do you own a Melrose eatery? E-mail your daily specials to danield@patch.com by 6 p.m. and we'll include them in next morning's .

5) A Wednesday in your garden: Here's today's lineup of weekly columns that run each Wednesday on Melrose Patch:

• Poll of the Week: We'll run a poll every Wednesday asking you to weigh in with a quick click on the topic du jour. We'll compile the answers into an article next Tuesday.

• Get Out: Looking for something to do this weekend? Our roundup of stuff to do this weekend in Melrose now runs on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. (Giving you more time in advance of Thursday night events.)

Check our calendar for the full slate of events—and add your own!