5 Things Feb. 5: Make-A-Valentine, Jan Brett Contest and More

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1. Make-a-Valentine
Norton Public Library will host a valentine card workshop 2:30 p.m. for children in grades 5 through 12 and 3:30 p.m. for children of all ages.

2. Employment Support Group of Norton
This group is for people seeking employment. Get help with resume design, networking skills, interviewing skills and mentor support. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in the church parlor. The group is open to all. For more information email Bill Lippincott at lippin55@comcast.net.

3. Blood pressure checks
Parish Nurse Ministry in Attleboro will offer blood pressure checks weekly this fall on Tuesday mornings 9:30 a.m. to noon in the lower church beginning October 12. All are welcome.

4. Jan Brett contest
Local author Jan Brett is holding her annual school visit contest. After you have "Liked" her Facebook page, click on the "Contest" button to enter. Everyone may enter, from any country. If you are a homeschool, enter Norton Public Library.

5. High near 30, low around 21
Today there is a 20 percent chance of snow showers before noon. It will be cloudy, with a high near 30 and light northeast wind. There is a 30 percent chance of snow showers after 4 a.m. Otherwise, tonight will be cloudy, with a low around 21 and calm wind.