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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

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Five Things to Know on April 24: Arts Night to Take Over Miles River Middle School

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, April 24. Here are five things you need to know in Hamilton and Wenham: 1. Nicer: By Wednesday afternoon, the temperature could reach 70 degrees. Regardless, Wednesday will be a much nicer day than Tuesday. It is forecasted to start out with the chance of a shower and some clouds but will clear-up later. 2. Arts Night: Students at Miles River Middle School will show off their artistic talent at Arts Night on Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. at the school. The event will include a school-wide visual arts exhibit, choral performances, the Jazz Combo and a Middle School Drama Festival preview. It is free and open to the public. 3. Open Meeting Law: The state Attorney General’s office had planned to hold a seminar about the Open …

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

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Five Things to Know Today in Hamilton and Wenham: Aug. 15

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, Aug. 15. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Ice Cream: One of the most anticipated events of the summer at Hamilton-Wenham Library is the Super Summer Ice Cream Party – which is Wednesday night at 6 p.m. The event, which features Cherry Farm Creamery ice cream – actually requires advance registration and children need to bring their summer reading log, which serves as the entry ticket. 2. Fresh Air: We had several visitors to the two towns earlier this summer as part of the Fresh Air fund, when seven kids from “disadvantaged communities” in New York City came here as part of the program, which arranges visits for those children to suburban and rural communities in 13 Northeastern states. On Wednesday, another …

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

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Five Things to Know Today in Hamilton and Wenham: July 18

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Today is Wednesday, July 18. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Storms: The stretch of hot and humid days is expected to come to an end on Wednesday, with the possibility of strong thunderstorms moving across the region. High temperatures will again be into the 90s. But a handful of strong to severe thunderstorms are possible with heavy rain after 1 p.m. 2. Children’s Tea: The popular Children’s Tea at Wenham Tea House returned earlier this year under the new operators, Henry’s Fine Foods. And on Wednesday, there’s another tea planned with Arielle. The cost is $25 per person and runs from 3:30-5 p.m. Reservations are required, call 978-468-1398. 3. Wizard of Oz: Dorothy and her friends are blowing into Hamilton-Wenham Library on …

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

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Five Things to Know Today in Hamilton and Wenham: June 27

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Today is Wednesday, June 27. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Weather: The dreary weather will continue with partly sunny skies and highs in the lower 70's.  2. Summer Reading: The summer reading program at Hamilton-Wenham Library kicks off with a concert on Wednesday evening. Vic ‘n’ Sticks Recycled Rhythm Band plays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the library – the performance is described as a “fast-paced family performance” that is “loaded with audience participation.” It is free and open to the public. 3. Winthrop Principal: Wednesday is the deadline to submit a letter of interest if you want to be considered for a position on the search committee for a new principal at Winthrop Elementary School. Submit your letter to the school …

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

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Five Things to Know Today in Hamilton and Wenham: June 20

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, June 20. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Summer: Wednesday marks the summer solstice – better known as the first day of summer and the longest day of the year. Officially, summer arrives at 7:09 p.m. 2. Hot: Temperatures are forecasted to soar well into the 90s on Wednesday, the first of two days of what meteorologists say will be sweltering heat and humidity. Want to stay cool? Check out some local places to keep cool we came up with last summer as a heat wave approached. 3. Organics: With temperatures expected to rise above 90 on Wednesday and Thursday, here’s some tips from Gretel Clark about how to reduce or eliminate flies from getting in to your compost. Clark says she “strongly urges” anyone with …

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

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Five Things to Know Today in Hamilton and Wenham: May 23

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, May 23. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Overcast: Wednesday will be an overcast day, with a mix of showers, drizzle and maybe even a thunderstorm. While it will be an improvement over the rainout on Tuesday, it won’t be a great day. Temperatures will get up to the uppers 60s. 2. Pinkberry: The frozen yogurt company Pinkberry – somewhat unknown in these parts but a growing (and popular) company that started seven years ago in California – is coming to North Beverly. The grand opening had originally been scheduled for Wednesday but, because of construction delays, has been bumped back to Friday. 3. Children’s Tea Time: The popular children’s tea time at Wenham Tea House returns on Wednesday. Carole Finn-Wiedman …

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Nov. 16

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 16. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Weather: Rain is expected to be the weather story on Wednesday. Forecasters say temperatures well get into the mid-60s. 2. Holiday Yule: If you are looking for some ideas to dress up your home for the holidays, start at Hamilton-Wenham Garden Club’s “Welcome Yule” demonstration on Wednesday night. Betsy Williams will be on hand at Miles River Middle School beginning at 7 p.m., for free, creating holiday displays that will spark some ideas of your own. 3. Citizens Police Academy: Wednesday is the final day for the Hamilton Police Citizens Police Academy, which this fall has allowed participants to learn about all components of the Hamilton Police Department, ranging from…

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Sept. 28

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 28. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Weather: Cloudy and cooler – that’s the theme for Wednesday. The day will be cloudy with a better chance of sun later in the day with temperatures in the upper 60s. 2. Mother’s Club: One of the most well attended and important events for the Hamilton-Wenham Mother’s Club comes on Wednesday night with the Membership Drive at Wenham Museum, which is open to all North Shore mothers. Annual dues are $40. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. 3. Swan: The calendar says fall, but Hamilton-Wenham Patch user Kim Paratore told us this week she has seen two swan in Wenham Lake on the Route 1A side. We didn’t catch a glimpse ourselves but presumably they were enjoying the sunny weather …

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Sept. 14

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 14. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Weather: Maybe you’ve heard that fall weather is expected to arrive this weekend. But there will be no sign of that on Wednesday, when temperatures will be into the lower 80s and the sun will shine. 2. Hamilton Police Citizens Academy: The Citizens Academy run by the Hamilton Police Department starts on Wednesday. The program takes 20 residents through various aspects of police work, including everything from criminal law and patrol procedures to court procedures and use of force. The signup deadline has already passed. 3. Cub Scout Registration: There’s a chance to learn more about Cub Scouts and register for Pack 28 on Wednesday night at Hamilton-Wenham Library at 6:…

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 27

An essential get-me-going daily morning column from Hamilton-Wenham Patch.

Today is Wednesday, July 27. Here are five things you need to know: 1. Weather: The two towns dodged a weather bullet on Tuesday, with some of the heaviest rain and damaging winds limited to other areas of the state. On Wednesday, expect sun and temperatures in to the lower 80s. 2. Light Opera: New England Light Opera wraps up its summer season in Hamilton on Wednesday night with a performance filled with Broadway tunes at the Community House. Tickets are $10 for adults and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. 3. Cycling: The weekly Essex County Velo bicycle ride happens every Wednesday night in the summer at Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School. Each Wednesday is either an individual or team time trial. This Wednesday is individual. Registration …

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