Five Things You Need To Know July 18

Good Morning, Lilburn. It's Monday, July 18. Have a great start to the week.

 1. Thank You, May We Have Another? The wonderful weekend weather that dropped into our laps in the middle of the summer was greatly appreciated. It actually “cooled down” in the evenings, and by “cooled down,” we mean it wasn’t just “somewhat less hot.” We hope you enjoyed the weather, because we’ll be back in the mid-90s for an extended stay later this week. The high temp today is expected to be 89, with little chance of rain.

2. Tennis Anyone? Pro tennis is back in town this week with the , an ATP event that begins today at the Racquet Club of the South in Peachtree Corners. Tennis heavyweights Nadal and Djokovic aren’t in the draw, but it’s still a good field, with many familiar names. Click here for more info on the event, including tickets, matchups and background.

3. Don’t Miss the Market: Have you been meaning to get to the sometime this summer, but just haven’t done it? Put it on your calendar, for heaven’s sake. Organizers say there were more than 1,000 visitors this past Friday, so obviously you’re missing something. The market runs 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Friday through August.

4. MouseLand Anniversary: It was on this date in 1955 that the first Disneyland theme park opened, in Anaheim, Calif. Visitors have been standing in line ever since.

5. Mandela Day: Nelson Mandela International Day, honoring the anti-apartheid activist and eventual President of South Africa, is today, coinciding with his 93^rd birthday. Mandela Day, which began on his 90^th birthday, asks people to give 67 minutes of their day to helping others. The 67 is said to reflect the number of years of Mandela’s life devoted to fighting for human rights. Interested in giving of your time to a good cause? You might find a good suggestion in our directory