Five Things You Need to Know Today in Walpole: July 23

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1. Possible Thunderstorms Throughout the Day

Monday calls for partly cloudy skies with isolated thunderstorms possible, according to AOL Weather. High 84F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 30%. In the evening look for mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low 71F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

2. Special Town Meeting Tonight

Walpole will be holding a special town meeting, Monday, July 23, at Walpole High School at 7:30 p.m. The town will be voting to appropriate $3,000,000 that would be distributed to the following departments:

Walpole Public Schools - $2,500,000

Building Maintenance Personnel Services - $92,166

Police Department Personnel Services - $45,379

Parks Department Personnel Services - $87,175

Employee Benefits Expenses - $275,280

3. Other Municipal Meetings in Town

• Board of Selectmen, will meet at 7:00 p.m. in Room 2129 at Walpole High School. Notice
• Finance Committee, will meet at 7:00 p.m. in Room 2129 at Walpole High School. Notice
• Assessors, will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Walpole High School. Notice

4. Clay Workshops Offered for Kids and Adults

Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty this summer! is offering clay workshops for kids and adults. Monday evening classes for adults are held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The kids day class will begin 9:30 a.m. For more information visit their website.

5. Baby Book Time at Library

The will be hosting a Baby Book Time in the Children's Activity Room at 10:30 a.m. Moms can come and choose from a number of selections to read their baby including stories, rhymes and songs. Drop-ins are welcome.