Today is Wednesday, March 23. Here are five things you need to know: Last week’s warm weather really was a tease. After briefly emerging from our homes in T-shirts—or similarly-light attire—last Thursday and Friday, the weather has snapped back into winter-mode. Weather Underground predicts that today’s low temperatures could be well below freezing. We may even get snow tonight, and that chance extends into Thursday. Meet a local author. Author Roland Merullo will visit the Reading Public Library tonight to discuss his books, which include Fidel’s Last Days, American Savior, Breakfast with …

Today is Tuesday, March 22. Here are five things you need to know:  Come on, spring. Today's forecast says temperatures should get up to 45 degrees by 2 p.m., giving us all hope spring will finally come to stay. Although cloudy, today promises to be dry. There is probability of precipitation, but that's only in the earlier hours of the day. Laughter is the best medicine. Donna Davis, of Ever After Counseling and Consulting will assist people in finding greater enjoyment in life by using humor. She will share stories and video clips that will tickle the funny bone, help reduce stress and …

Today is Monday, March 21. Here are five things you need to know:  What a cruel trick. Yesterday was the first day of Spring and today we have winter weather. After all signs pointing to the cold season moving on, Weather Underground predicts that we may get snow today. With rain also on the docket, the snow shouldn’t amount to much, but, still, I thought we were out of the woods by now.  Give blood. There’s been a lot of this lately, but, this time, it’s in Reading. St. Agnes Church will host a community blood donor day. Blood collected at the event could be used at any of approximately 170 …

Today is Friday, March 18. Here are five things you need to know.  Forget spring. The temperatures headed our way today could feel like early summer. According to Weather Underground, Reading could see temps in the mid 60s today. Combine that with sparse clouds and light winds, and this is a day to punch out early, relax and enjoy. If I’m unresponsive after 2 p.m. today, you’ll know why. Let the kids sing. Musician Peter Sheridan will host a singalong at the Reading Public Library today. If you’ve got a toddler who likes music, this is the event for you. Give blood. Whether you enjoy giving …

Today is Thursday, March 17—St. Patrick’s Day. Here are five things you need to know: Looks like spring. Brace for this: temperatures are slated to hit the mid 50s today. Weather Underground projects what truly looks like a spring day for us—with light to moderate winds and partly cloudy skies. Leave the fall jacket and umbrella at home. Heck, you could even get away with a T-shirt today, if you were doing something active outside. Enjoy. A green day for green business. Reading Co-operative bank will host the Reading Climate Committee Green Business Roundtable and Breakfast this morning. …

Today is Wednesday, March 16. Here are five things you need to know: It’s an umbrella day. According to Weather Underground, we should see rain for most of the day today—but be careful of your umbrella.  Keep the canopy pointed into the wind of you may risk damaging it. On the upside, the weather should be a bit warmer than it has been. A little St. Patrick’s Day preview. Grumpy Doyle’s will have live music by Drops of Brandy—an Irish band on tour from the Emerald Isle—to get you ready for the day when everyone pretends to be Irish. Remember, they have a shuttle service home. That may be …

Today is Tuesday, March 15. Here are five things you need to know: Will we get another surprise today? A flurry of snow hit Reading out of nowhere Monday. If the forecast for today holds, we shouldn’t see that again (it’s worth noting, though, that the initial forecast for Monday included no prediction of snow), but temperatures will be far from toasty, according to Weather Underground. Keep that fall jacket handy and cross your fingers that we’re done with snow for the time being. An important meeting for seniors. State Rep. Jason Lewis and State Sen. Patricia Jehlen—neither of whom …

Todays is Monday, March 14. Here are five things you need to know: Opt for your fall jacket. Temperatures will generally stay above freezing today—but not by much, according to Weather Underground. With highs peaking around 40 degrees and light winds blowing all day, you’re going to want to wear something warm and wind resistant. On the upside, you can leave your winter coat on the hanger.  Campaign season has begun, and I’m not talking about the town elections. The Reading Democratic Town Committee will host a discussion tonight with Bob Massie, the first announced candidate for US Senate in…

Today is Friday, March 11. Here are five things you need to know:  The weather doesn’t exactly say “Happy Friday.” You’ve probably already noticed the rain. Well, it’s likely to continue for most of the day. So will the wind. On the upside, high temperatures should creep toward 50 degrees, according to Weather Underground. That could very melt most of the remaining snow around town. So, there’s that. Ignore the weather and have a laugh. The Reading Memorial High School Drama Club will perform the British comedy “Noises Off!” tonight. The play follows a troupe of actors as they prepare for and…

Today is Thursday, March 10. Here are five things you need to know: Keep your umbrella handy. A storm could strike at any time today, according to Weather Underground—and, with temperatures hovering in the 30s, any rain that does fall won’t be pleasant. The wind will also kick up as the day goes on. So, the best idea might to be avoid the weather altogether. Tea inside, anyone? The race is on. With less than a month until the April 5 election, Reading Patch will begin its campaign coverage in earnest next week. In the mean time, though, you should know that both the Board of Selectmen and …

Today is Wednesday, Marck 9. Here are five things you need to know: It may be a hair to early for this, but I think we can bid goodbye to winter. While temperatures are projected to top out around 36 degrees today, Weather Underground projects that today will be the last day for the near future when the mercury won’t crest over 40 degrees. Relish it or revile it; it looks like the cold season is over. Check out some art. The Reading Art Association will hold its monthly artist demonstration at the First Congregational Church tonight. Mark Richards will present an oil landscape demonstration. …

Today is Wednesday, March 8. Here are five things you need to know:  I hope you enjoyed that preview of spring. After the warm weather we experienced Sunday into Monday, temperatures dipped below freezing last night and will remain there for most of today. While Weather Underground predicts the mercury will reach 40 degrees around 4 p.m., it reached the low 20s this morning and will return close to that range tonight. An extra jacket may be a good idea. Complete a race while running in place. The Burbank YMCA will host its “Treadmill Trot” tomorrow. Grab a treadmill, run the equivalent of a …

Today is Monday, March 7. Here are five things you need to know: Be careful on your drive home. Temperatures started at around a comfortable 50 degrees early this morning, but will fall all day, according to Weather Underground, and cross the freezing point some time around evening drive time. In addition to the icy road and bridge potential that brings, winds will kick up to a blustery 16 miles per hour. So—especially if you drive a light car—your commute home could be interesting. Academic honors. A suite of honors for Reading college students appeared on our announcements page recently. …

Today is Friday, March 4. Here are five things you need to know: It won’t exactly be toasty today, but, at least, it should be warmer than yesterday. Weather Underground predicts that temperatures will top out around 34 today, and their estimates have tended toward the low side lately. If we’re lucky, we might creep up toward 40. Even if we don’t get past 34, I’ll take it over yesterday, when I struggled to unlock a door because my fingers were going numb. A show for the kids. Musician Peter Sheridan will perform at the library today, playing his guitar and harmonica and bringing special …

Today is Thursday, March 3. Here are five things you need to know.  Don’t forget your extra layer. After the relatively temperate weather we had yesterday, you might be tempted to leave the house in a fall jacket today. Don’t. Weather Underground predicts that today’s temperatures will top out around 20 degrees, giving us a sharp reminder that the groundhog’s shadow doesn’t save us from the cold. I don’t think cats would wear pajamas for very long. Whether or not the saying makes any sense, a vocal group by that name will perform Sunday at Reading Memorial High School. The event is a V.O.I.C.…

Today is Wednesday, March 2. Here are five things you need to know: Bring your emergency umbrella. Odds are, you won’t need it today—especially if you plan to be inside between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.—but Weather Underground predicts that rain could strike Reading around midday. However, you may want to be careful with your portable canopy, as we could also see some strong winds. Need some job advice? Speaker Cindy Key will be at the library tonight to offer advice on how to build and optimize your personal brand. The program starts at 7, but doors will open at 6:30 to allow people to…

Today is Tuesday, March 1. Here are five things you need to know: Be careful of the roads this morning. After the wet weather yesterday, temperatures dropped below freezing overnight, according to Weather Underground, which means that black ice could be all over the place. Keep an eye out and drive carefully. You may even want to leave for work a little early. Driving slowly is better than not getting there at all. Get ready for some jazz. Reading Memorial High School will host the Northeast District Senior Jazz Festival today. The festival will include performances by nine school bands, …

Today is Monday, Feb. 28. Here are five things you need to know: Break out the umbrellas. The day’s weather will bring us rain, and lots of it, according to Weather Underground. With predicted temperatures topping out around 45 degrees, an extra layer of warm, non-absorbent clothing might also be a good idea. I’d suggest wool. Birthdays are good for you. There is a direct correlation between the number of birthdays you have and how long you live. In that spirit, the senior center will host a lunch today for Reading seniors who had a birthday in February. Wasn’t this a Muppet? The Natural Food…

Today is Friday, Feb. 25. Here are five things you need to know: Ick. That’s the best way to describe the weather slated for today. Weather Underground predicts that we’ll see snow until it switches to rain in late morning. Combine that with temperatures approaching 50 degrees, and we may have some serious melt today. If anyone’s home to check on your sump pump, have them do so, and keep an eye on your basement. LEGO of my lightsabre. Star Wars LEGO Playland will visit Coolidge Middle School today. The three-hour activity, for children from five to 10 years of age, will let participants build…

Today is Thursday, Feb 24. Here are five things you need to know. Spin the wheel. The weather will be mostly winter-like today. Mostly. As the night presses in, it will become a game of chance, according to Weather Underground. We could get snow. We could get rain. We could get one, then the other, or we could get nothing at all. We’ll just have to wait and see. Sharpen your skates. The Burbank Ice Arena will hold open skating hours today. Even if you don’t have skates, you can rent some at the arena for $5 or less. Paint your nails. Well, let someone else do it. The senior center will host a…