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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Aug. 25
Each morning, Westborough Patch presents "5 Things You Need to Know," a collection of announcements, events and reminders to help you organize your day.

1. As we heads toward the weekend and watch impending hurricane Irene creep up the coast, we will see an end to the fabulous weather we have been enjoying. This morning will be partly cloudy followed by scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach a high of 84.
2. Mill Pond School parents, come join the fun and help assemble “First Day” packets at 10 a.m. in the school auditorium. Children are free to come as well!
3. Calling all kindergarteners! The library will be hosting a “Celebrate Going to School” program at 4 p.m.
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4. The following WHS athletic teams begin practices/tryouts today:
Boys soccer (Haskell Street Fields) 8:00 a.m.
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Volleyball (WHS Gym) 9:30 a.m.
Field Hockey (WHS Turf) 7:15 a.m.
Boys & Girls Cross Country (WHS) 10:00 a.m.
Boys Golf () 8:00 a.m.
5. Every Thursday (starting tonight) thru September 8, enjoy free wine tasting at . Wine Adventures with Abe takes place from 7:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. in the Angel Share Tasting Room.