5 Things Dec. 19: Holidays at the White House, Alberto's Gift Promotion and More

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1. Holidays at the White House
Historical presenter Judy Bernstein will present a Holidays at the White House program at EPOCH Assisted Living of Norton at 2:30 p.m. This free program is fun for individuals of all ages, as Judy take the audience on a festive tour of the various ways First Families have celebrated the holiday season. This performance is free and open to the public. For more information or to R.S.V.P. call 508-285-3355.

2. Albertos gift promotion
For ever $50 spent in gift cards, Alberto’s Restaurant will give the buyer a coupon for an extra large one topping pizza. Offer valid through Dec. 24.

3. Coastline Show Chorus open house
The Coastline Show Chorus, New England's Premier Women's A Capella group is looking to expand its membership.  If you like to sing and perform and you enjoy musical harmony, choreographed dance and applause, then Coastline Show Chorus is for you!  Auditions are currently being held for the 2012-2013 Season. Our official open house is May 30, 2012 but please feel free to attend any rehearsal on Wednesday evening from 7:00-10:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall in South Attleboro, MA.  Email info@coastlineshowchorus.org for more information.

4. Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce makes donation to Cupboard of Kindness
The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce annual Oktoberfest to benefit the areas food pantries was a huge success again this year. The Chamber donated roughly $30,000 over the past five years to three local food pantries, including the Cupboard of Kindness. The Chamber would like to thanks this year’s partners Mansfield Crossing and Covidien for helping to make this happen.

5. High near 46, low around 29
Today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 46. Northwest wind will be 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 29. Northwest wind will be 5 to 9 mph becoming light after midnight.