Five Things You Need To Know Today, December 7

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Today is Wednesday, Dec. 7. Here are five things you need to know.

1. More rain: The rain will continue today. According to the National Weather Service, the high for Wednesday is expected to be 49 degrees. Expect the rain to continue throughout the day and by Wednesday night it might mix with some sleet before turning back to rain.
2. Winter Parking: Now that we are in the winter months, the Winchester Police Department wants to remind residents that overnight parking on streets is not allowed. The overnight parking ban is in effect.
3. WinCAM Week: This week is – a week-long celebration of WinCAM’s accomplishments and services, featuring special events, new program premieres and unique offerings. Members, as well as the general public, are invited to join WinCAM as it celebrates their accomplishments.
4. Swizzles: Winchester's will be opening soon. Expect Swizzles to open its doors in the next three weeks. 
5. Santa Comes to Town (Again): Santa will be coming to Winchester this Saturday, as the will be sponsoring his visit at at Town Hall. There will be a Christmas Concert with the Music Man Ed Morgan and a Continental breakfast with Santa from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.. Breakfast may consist of bagels, donuts, juice, etc., and coffee for adults. Santa is available for photos with your child. Each child receives a small gift. Santa arrives at 10:15am.

To find out what is going on today in Winchester, check out our events listings.