5 Things You Need to Know: Self-Esteem Building, Puddle Stomping and More

1. The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the thunderstorms last night, which they say may continue today: scattered thunderstorms, about a 30 percent chance today and 20 percent tonight. Otherwise, you can expect today to be cloudy with a high of 86ºF and a low of 56ºF. 

2. After a rainstorm, there is a lot of pleasure in jumping in puddles--even as an adult. But, for kids between 2 and 8, there is the  is open now. For more information, see their registration website. 

3. Matia Rania Angelou, a Jewish chaplain who works with Hospice of the North Shore & Greater Boston in Wellesley is discussing Grieving In a Jewish Way tonight. 6:30 p.m., her group is open to those with or without hospice experience who need a bit of advice or coping tips, or support.

4. If you are looking after someone with Alzheimer's diseas or Dementia, you may need some help. The Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group at Wingate at Needham starts at 7 p.m. tonight. 

5. There is a balance between boosting a kid's self esteem and praising them for non-accomplishments, which is the subject of . She is speaking tonight at the Needham Free Public Library, and there will be a light dinner. Cost is $25.