Get a Sneak Peek of the New Patch

1. Autism Awareness Week Fundraiser. While Tuesday was World Autism Awareness Day, raising awareness and money goes all week at one Nashua eatery. Attend a "dough-raiser" at UNOs Chicago Grill at Pheasant Lane Mall. Eat in or take out, and 20 percent of your bill goes to Autism Speaks.

2. Sneak peek. Later this year, your New Hampshire Patch sites will get a fresh look, with improved functionality to make it easier for you to find the news you want and connect with your neighbors. Want a sneak peak of Patch's sleek new look? Check out Manchester Patch in Connecticut to see what's to come in New Hampshire. Just note, the kinks are still being worked out and it may not be exactly the same when it rolls out in New Hampshire within the next few months.

3. Mark your calendars. That's right, add April 10 to your digital calendar or personal planner and head on over to the Access Nashua TV studio in Nashua to learn everything you need to know about your favorite online news and information hub, Patch.com. Carolyn Dube, Local Editor for Merrimack Patch and Carol Robidoux, Nashua Patch Local Editor, are cordially inviting you to join us from 6:30-8 p.m. Space is limited to 12 seats, so sign up today via EventBrite. Find out why you don't want to miss this event.

4. Citizens Academy. Wonder what the Merrimack Police Department's Citizens Academy is all about and if it's something you might be interested in applying for in 2014? Check out the Academy's Pinterest page for a photographic look at just some of the stuff they do.

5. Weather watch. More wind accompanies today's forecast of mostly sunny skies and a high of 41. The west wind will gust between 14 and 22 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 24. Northwest wind 7 to 15 miles with gusts up to 32 mph.