FIVE THINGS: Cold, Windy Rain

1. And the rain came down: Thursday will be rainy and windy, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour. Highs in the 30s. 

2. Open mic night at Ab Fab: Sign-up starts at 7 p.m. Thursday and music starts at 7:30 p.m. at Absolutely Fabulous in Melrose.

3. Grief during the holidays: Are you or someone you love grappling with the loss of a loved one this holiday? Check out this workshop at the Milano Senior Center. 

4. Do-si-do: As always, the Malden Council on Aging will host line dancing starting at 6:15 p.m. Thursday – don't let the seniors in your life miss out on the urban life-transcending fun. 

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