5 Things To Know Today: June 9 (Beat The Heat)

Where To Cool Down: and the are two places where you can get in from the heat — and see some of your neighbors. The library is open until 8 p.m.; the senior center closes at 4 p.m.

Correction: Bingo is scheduled for 1:15 p.m. today, not 5:30 p.m.

If You Must Drive: The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management offers these tips on its website for folks who have to take their own wheels — and don't forget: RIPTA bus services, except for special routes, are free today.

Stay Cool: RIEMA, the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency, has extended yesterday's heat advisory through today. Here's a handy list of tips on how to stay cool.

The Forecast: The National Weather Service says today's high temp could reach 97 degrees, with a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms later today and into the evening. Friday is supposed to be cooler, with a high around 79.

What's The Origin? On this date in 1977, John Paola won the 50th National Spelling Bee by properly spelling the word "cambist." (from brainyhistory.com)