5 Things You Need to Know Today: July 17

Each morning, Grafton Patch presents “5 Things You Need to Know,” a collection of announcements, events, and reminders which can help you plan your day.

1. The will present Spotted Salamanders from 2 to 3 p.m. today. The program will teach about the animal and then participants can make one out of clay to take home. Registration is requested for this program, which is recommended for ages 5 through 12. Call 508-839-4649 or email adiurba@cwmars.org.

2. The will meet at 7 p.m. today at the . To view the agenda, click here.

3. The has warned that it's mosquito time again and is alerting residents to protect themselves against West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. To view the department's recommendations, click here.

4. Today is expected to be partly sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Patch has some tips to follow during excessive heat. To view them, click .

5. Forty-three years ago this week, the Apollo 11 was on its way to the moon, landing on July 20, 1969.