5 Things, August 11-12: Sales Tax Holiday Weekend

1. More Rain Predicted This Weekend

According to the National Weather Service, Saturday calls for scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 11am. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds and heavy rain. Patchy fog before noon. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. South wind 7 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

On Sunday, look for scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 3pm. Patchy fog before 11am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 85. South wind 6 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

2. Massachusetts Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend

This weekend is Massachusetts' . Excluded from the tax holiday are restaurant meals, cars, motorboats, tobacco and any item that costs more than $2,500. If you are looking for some deals in conjuction with the tax holiday in Walpole .

3. Kindercare Learning Center Open House

The Kindercare Learning Center in Walpole will be hosting an , Saturday, Aug. 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Take a tour of the center and learn about the different programs designed for children.

Also pick up a free at home literacy kit containing a special book, activities, and craft ideas, and worksheets to take home and use with you and your child.

4. Weekend Brunch

Where are you eating out this weekend? Here are some local restaurants serving weekend brunch:

Raffael's - Sunday bruch at Raffael's is opened to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The Raven's Nest- Sunday brunch at the Raven's Nest is from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Old Country Buffet- The Old Counry Buffet will be open on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

5. Yoga Lessons for Beginners

Take out your stretchy pants and yoga mats for yoga at The Pilates Firm on Sunday. A pilates class for all levels will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by a gentle yoga session at 10:00 a.m. Beginners are welcome. For prices and for more information click here.