5 Things, Aug. 23: WestCAT Recaps, Book Club Talks Baseball

Also today: Discuss the biggest issues facing Westwood and check out what's going on with the Westwood Cultural Council.

Today's Weather: Skies will be sunny in Westwood today, with a high near 87, according to the National Weather Service. 1. Did you know you can watch several recaps of Westwood's committee meetings each week? Check out WestCAT.tv for all the clips! 2. Have you read David Halberstam's "The Teammates," which touches on the late Red Sox legend Johnny Pesky? It's the topic of this week's Patch Book Club discussion. 3. About a dozen mailboxes were either stolen or damaged in one Westwood neighborhood last week. Find out which one in this week's Westwood Police Log report. 4. The Westwood Cultural Council is seeking applications for grants to fund local community cultural programs and PASS, a ticket subsidy program for school-age children. 5. …

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5 Things, Aug. 22: Westwood's Biggest Issues, Cultural Council Apps

Also today: Residents deal with broken or stolen mailboxes, and Dunkin' Donuts is now easier to get.

Today's Weather: Skies will be sunny in Westwood today, with a high near 84, according to the National Weather Service. 1. What do you think is the biggest issue Westwood is facing right now? University Station? The East Street Bridge? Let us know here. 2. The Westwood Cultural Council is seeking applications for grants to fund local community cultural programs and PASS, a ticket subsidy program for school-age children.  3. About a dozen mailboxes were either stolen or damaged in one Westwood neighborhood last week. Find out which one in this week's Westwood Police Log report. 4. If you're a frequent customer at any of Westwood's four Dunkin' Donuts locations, you may want to check out the company'snewly-launched app for free. 5. Still …

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5 Things, Aug. 21: Runnin' on Dunkin' in Westwood, Farmers Market Hours

Also today: Sign up to blog on any topic you want and check out how one Westwood pitcher has been faring this summer.

Today's Weather: There will be isolated showers and thunderstorms after 11 a.m. today, with skies otherwise mostly sunny and a high near 84 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. 1. If you're a frequent customer at any of Westwood's four Dunkin' Donuts locations, you may want to check out the company's newly-launched app for free. 2. Brockton Rox pitcher and Westwood native John Sheehan captured the fourth and final playoffs in their first season in the New England Futures Collegiate Baseball League. 3. Do you think the state should bring back Happy Hour? Let us know here. 4. Still haven't signed up for our newsletter? What are you waiting for? It's easy, and FREE! 5. We're still looking for bloggers. Do you want to be heard? …

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5 Things, Aug. 20: Brockton Rox, Board of Selectmen

Also today: Sign up for our newsletters and let us know your thoughts on Happy Hour.

Today's Weather: There will be scattered thunderstorms throughout the day, although the temperature will reach the high 80s. 1. The Westwood Board of Selectmen will meet at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Selectmen's Meeting Room at Westwood Town Hall. 2. Brockton Rox pitcher and Westwood native John Sheehan captured the fourth and final playoffs in their first season in the New England Futures Collegiate Baseball League. 3. Do you think the state should bring back Happy Hour? Let us know here. 4. Still haven't signed up for our newsletter? What are you waiting for? It's easy, and FREE! 5. We're still looking for bloggers. Do you want to be heard? We want to hear you, send a note to Robert.Rosen@patch.com

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5 Things to Know Today in Westwood: Aug. 3

Westwood's school calendar the 2012-2013 school year is now available.

Today's Weather: There will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, mainly after 4 p.m. Temperatures will reach a high near 91, according to the National Weather Service.  1. Students in Westwood go back to the classroom exactly one month from tomorrow. With the first day falling on Tuesday, Sept. 4, get a full view of the Westwood Public School 2012-2013 calendar. 2. Where do you think drivers speed the most on the roads in Westwood? Let us know in this poll. 3. The American Red Cross has released a new, informative app for iPhone and Android users. Be sure to check it out for when certain events - like Tropical Storm Irene - descend upon Westwood! 4. Many residents in Westwood have expressed concern over the danger of the East …

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5 Things You Need to Know in Westwood Today: Aug. 2

The Westwood Environmental Action Committee will meet tonight - find out what the group plans to discuss.

Today's Weather: There will be some isolated showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. in Westwood today, according to the National Weather Service. Skies will otherwise be partly sunny, with a high near 88 degrees. 1. The Westwood Environmental Action Committee will meet tonight to discuss updates on the town's Green Community Act application, as well as an update on town recycling, plans for public presentations on trash and recycling and for Westwood Day. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Champagne Meeting Room of the Carby Street Municipal Building. 2. Where do you think drivers speed the most on the roads in Westwood? Let us know in this poll. 3. Want to educate your kids with an Olympic-style diet? Blogger Lauren Leonard has …

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5 Things You Need to Know in Westwood Today: Aug. 1

Find out why you need to take precautions against mosquitoes this summer and offer your suggestions on how to help the issue of the East Street Bridge.

Today's Weather: There will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms in Westwood today, though mainly after 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain, but skies will otherwise b partly sunny, with a high near 83.  1. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has announced that Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) was recently found in mammal-biting mosquitoes in the town of Canton. As such, the town’s risk level has now been raised to "high" The Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project began ground spraying in Canton and nearby communities. 2. Where do you think drivers speed the most on the roads in Westwood? Let us know in this poll. 3. Want to educate your kids with an Olympic-style …

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Five Things You Need to Know: July 31

Storytime at the library, a knee pain seminar in Norwood, Zumba in Dedham and a food festival in Quincy.

  Today's Weather: Should be a foggy Tuesday with highs of 78. Things will be cooling down at night to 59 according to the National Weather Service. 1. The Westwood Library (Islington Branch) will be hosting Storytime this morning at 9:30 a.m. For children ages three and up. 2. There will be a knee pain seminar focusing on MAKOplasty at Norwood Hospital at 6 p.m. tonight. 3. For those interested in getting a workout, Zumba will be taking place at the Dedham Community House tonight at 7:15 p.m. Email drebc04@­gmail.­com to sign-up for the 8-week course or for info on drop-in classes. 4. If you want to make the trek over to Quincy, the 18th Annual FoodFest and Live Auction will be taking place at 6 p.m. Music, raffles and food from over 40 …

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Five Things You Need to Know: July 30

Two concerts today, minor league baseball and the search for a lost dog continues during what should be a sunny Monday.

  Today's Weather: Should be a sunny day with highs of 81. Temperatures drop at night to 59 as a slight chance of showers lands according to the National Weather Service. 1. Come to the Westwood Public Library (Islington Branch) at 9:30 a.m. this morning to see The Music Man: Ed Morgan playing an all-ages show. 2. They'll be more music at night with the Westwood Free Summer Concert Series continuing tonight at 6:30 p.m. on 60 Nahatan St. Tonight's band will be the Bubble Man, a children's music event. 3. For the baseball fan out there, the Brockton Rox will be playing tonight at 7:05 p.m. on 1 Feinburg Way in Brockton. Tonight's theme is Harry Potter Night. Also, as a special bonus, kids eat free. 4. Help! Lost Dog! Westwood Patch is …

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Five Things You Need to Know: July 27

Minor league baseball, the Dedham Square Country Market will be up and running this Sunday, a movie night and a message about blogging for Westwood Patch.

  Today's Weather: There is a 50% chance of severe thunderstorms with highs of 84. Thunderstorms may continue at night as temperatures drop to 65 according to the National Weather Service. 1. For the minor league baseball fans out there, the Brockton Rox will be playing at 7:05 p.m. on 1 Feinburg Way. Tonight's theme is Fireworks/Girl Scouts Sleepover. Just $5. 2. Looking at the weekend, the Dedham Square Country Market will once again be set up on Sunday for some of the freshest fruit, veggies and best local artisans in the area. 3. Also going on in Dedham; there will be a showing of Toy Story 3 at 7 p.m. at the Dedham Community House on 671 High St. 4. Want to display your local knowledge of Westwood? Do you have insider information on …

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