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5 Things You Need to Know Today, April 13

Here's what you need to know to get your weekend started.

Today is Friday, April 13. Here are five things to know today in Peabody.

  1. Best sporting goods store: Have you voted yet for the ? The poll closes at 9 a.m. and the winner will be announced at noon.
  2. Zumba for Rice: The is putting on a this Saturday. In addition to a 90-minute Zumba fitness class there will be a raffle. Tickets will available at the door.
  3. Practical Pieces: An opening reception for the will be held Sunday at the , 33 Washington St., from 12:30-3 p.m. For more information on Anderson's work, visit www.practicalpieces.net. The exhibit is on display from April 4-27, Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and by appointment.
  4. April Vacation Week: Still looking for some fun things to do with the kids next week while they're off from school? The has a number of programs that still have space available. Check out the spring brochure and contact peabodyrecreation@gmail.com or call 978-536-7130 for more details. Additionally, the ArcWorks Community Art Center is holding a class to show kids how to turn old magazines into art and accessories using simple techniques that transform pictures on pages to stickers, pins, beads, stationery and more.
  5. Patriots Day: The , Veterans Council, Veterans Honor Guard, Danvers Alarm List and city officials will once again honor the fallen South Danvers soldiers from the Battle of Lexington today by laying a wreath at the Lexington Monument on Washington Street. The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. For more information, call 978-531-0805.

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