5 Things You Need to Know Today, July 27

Today is Friday, July 27. Here are five things to know today in Peabody.

1. Weekend weather forecast: There is a 30-40 percent chance showers and thunderstorms will continue today and Saturday and even Sunday, although that's a 20 percent chance during the day. Expect temperatures in the mid 70s.
2. Farmers market: is open for business once again from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the courtyard at the .
3. The Babe Ruth All-Stars knocked off Braintree last night in the state tournament and head to the finals on Saturday at World Series Park in Saugus.
4. Concert in the park: The Lee Hawkins Band takes the stage at the Sunday evening (6-8) for a free concert, next in the city's summer concert series. In case of rain, the performance will be moved indoors to City Hall.
5. And don't forget to vote for your favorites in our Readers' Choice 2012 section. There are over 25 categories of local businesses and places.