Five Things: Hidden Garden Photos and Pet Adoptions

1. Is that the sun? Hopefully, yes. Forecasts are calling for partly sunny skies with areas of fog in the morning and temperatures in the lower 60s. What a relief!

2. has teamed up with the Boston Animal Rescue League for a , where the store will showcase eight cats and four dogs who are looking for a new home. People who adopt a cat or dog will also receive 10 percent off their entire purchase of food and supplies. And, be sure to check out our column on Saturdays.

3. Gardens are still pretty in the rain, especially the ones on display during yesterday's Hidden Gardens Tour that drew hundreds to Beacon Hill. Check out the beautiful photo gallery .

4. We like secret clubs. And code words. So here’s one that’s not quite so secret anymore. Walk into Da Vinci’s any Thursday, pull the waiter aside, and whisper “neighborhood nights,” into their ear. If you’re a South End resident, you may just walk away with 20 percent off your meal in the dining room, and 50 percent off apps at the bar. Alcohol not included (we know, we know). But still a good deal.

5. Win four weeks with some hardcore fitness trainers. We've teamed up with  for a new advertising promotion where we'll give away a free fitness program to someone who can embrace the challenge. More info .