5 Things You Need to Know Today, Wednesday, May 29

1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 

• According to the NWS, there is an 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday with a high of 71 expected. Expect a south wind from 6 to 8 mph.
• Wednesday night will be cloudy with a low around 61, with a 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Expect a south wind 5 to 8 mph.
• Thursday will be mostly sunny with a high near 91. Expect a west wind 8 to 13 mph.
• Thursday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 64. Expect patchy fog after 5 a.m.
• Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 93.
• Friday night will partly cloudy, with a low around 66.

2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Although I was unable to attend the parade, I want to thank all of the participants for keeping our Memorial Day spirit alive. As Veterans get older, it seems that some towns (Beverly) are doing away with their parades. Just because Veterans get up their in age, it is no excuse not to honor those who are currently serving and those who have reached Veteran status. Thanks to all the servicemen, past & present! Thanks to all of the Tewksbury residents, and surrounding towns, for your participation! Thanks to the Patch for all of your wonderful pictures." Reader Mary commenting on the article, Tewksbury Memorial Day Celebrations Honor Our Veterans.

3. It's Happening Today: Looking for a good read to kick off your summer? Check out the Friendly Little Bookshop at the Tewksbury Public Library at 4:30 p.m. The Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library offer books at low prices with proceeds supporting the library. 

4. It's Also Happening Today: Tewksbury public meetings scheduled for Wednesday, May 29 include the Planning Board Zoning Bylaw Subcommittee will meet in the DPW conference room at 7 p.m. 

5. ICYMI: In case you missed it, Tewksbury Memorial High School seniors ranked in the Top 10 of the class of 2013 were honored Thursday at a luncheon sponsored by the Tewksbury Rotary Club at the Tewksbury Country Club. Check out our photo gallery and video from the event.