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1. Hot, hot, hot
Patchy fog is expected before 7 a.m. Otherwise, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Light west wind will become southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind will be 5 to 8 mph. There is a 20 percent chance of precipitation after 2 a.m.

2. Magician workshop
Learn the "tricks" of the trade with professional magician Ed Popielarczyk 3 p.m. at Norton Public Library. All participants will receive a magic trick to take home. This program for ages 8 and older is sponsored by Advanced Dental of Norton. Register in advance by stopping by the library or calling 508-285-0265.

3. Attleboro Landfill public hearing
There will be a public meeting at J.C. Solmonese Elementary School at 7 p.m. to discuss capping the Attleboro Landfill. This project will bring 50 to 75 trucks a day over 2 to 3 years travelling Eddy Street to Union Road.

4. “Jack and the Beanstalk” musical performance
Kaleidoscop Theatre will present “Jack and the Beanstalk”at Scottish Rites Masonic Lodge, 2115 Broad St., Cranston, R.I. This musical tells the classical story of Jack, who sold the family cow for invisible magic beans and what comes from this deal. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com.

5. Honoring Gregory Trent
Do you have a memory or photo of fallen soldier Gregory Trent you’d like to share? Email to Kelly.Mello@Patch.com.