Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 25

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Today is Friday, May 25, 2012. Here are five things you need to know about:

1. Chance of Bad Weater: The National Weather Service predicts a chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Patchy fog before 11 a.m. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. South wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. The evening should be cloudy with patchy fog and a low of 61.

2. Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey Takes Off at the Stone Zoo: The birds are back at Stone Zoo. Visitors will watch in awe when the wildly popular seasonal bird show returns on May 5. Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey features more than a dozen different bird species from around the world, including the bald eagle, bateleur eagle, Egyptian vulture, military macaw, spectacled owl and white-necked raven in this engaging, memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages. The cost $14, and it starts at 11 a.m.

3. Free Week of Group Workout Class: Are you looking for a fun workout to do with your friends? Set up a small group and try it out for free. Give  a call at 781-721-9996 to learn about their groups you can set up or other ones you can join.

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5. Tell It Like It Is: About this time last year, Patch rolled out a new platform for members of the community to be heard. Now, we're making it even easier to get involved in Winchester Patch's Local Voices. Whether you are the town expert on Little League or you run your own business or you just like to chat about town happenings, sign up for free today for your voice to be heard.