5 Things You Need to Know Today, May 23

Today is Wednesday, May 23. Here are five things to know today in Peabody.

1. Today's weather: Chance of showers and thunderstorms with a high near 68 degrees.
2. Book fair for the Welch: An all-day book fair Thursday at will benefit the playground fund for the Welch School. You can find more information on Facebook.
3. The Peabody Learning Academy is holding it second annual commencement ceremony on Friday morning, graduating 22 students from the alternative high school program at the .
4. Appreciation for the seniors: Peabody High's vocal and instrumental ensembles will perform an on Friday, 10 a.m. at PVMHS.
5. Want to work for DPS? The city has posted a job notice for the full-time position of Assistant Director of the Public Services Department.