Five Things to Know Today: Thursday, June 23

1) Pride hits the beach with Friday’s at the . For information on the party, detailing the event.

2) Do you know Joanne Melodayo? She’s ! If you see her, congratulate her on her hard work in making the community a better place!

3) Do you have an event you want to promote? Post it here on Patch! It’s free and easy. Plus, it may get coverage from one of our ace Patch newshounds.

4) The weather has been nice, but don’t forget that it’s still hurricane season. You can read up on .

5) Here's your Thursday forecast. It’s going to be partly sunny with isolated showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be around 90, and the chance of rain is 40 percent.