5 Things, August 16: Kids Can 'Train Like An Astronaut' Today

1. Partly Sunny Skies With High Near 83 Predicted

There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 9am, according to the National Weather Service. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

2. Kids Can Train Like an Astronaut Thursday at Patriot Place

The Hall at Patriot Place, presented by Raytheon, will host a “Train Like an Astronaut” fitness program for kids featuring NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Local physical education teachers will run the NASA program, which includes activities like an agility course, a space food and energy station and a hydration station. The program will also include an appearance by NASA Commander Chris Cassidy, a Salem, Mass. native who has logged more than 375 hours in space. His next space flight is scheduled for March 2013.

“Train Like an Astronaut” will appeal to kids of all ages, but is ideal for children in grades K-6. The event, which is open to the public with admission to The Hall, is connected to NASA’s Destination Station exhibit, currently open at the Boston Museum of Science.

3. Walpole Planning Board Meeting at 7 p.m.

The WalpolePlanning Board will be meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room at the Town Hall. To view the agenda click here.

4. Pajama Storytime and Spanish Storytime at Walpole Library

• Head to the Walpole Library for a Spanish language storytime at 10:30 a.m. During the 30 minute session children will listen to stories, music, and color. The storytime is for children ages 3-5. Drop-ins are welcome.
  
  Children can practice their Spanish skills using our Children's on-line language program, Muzzy!
• The Walpole Library, in conjuction with the Walpole Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Program, will feature an evening storytime. Kids are encouraged to wear pajamas while they listen to a story and participate in a craft. This program is open to all. Drop-ins are welcome.

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