Five Things to Know Today: August 1, 2011

1. Hazardous Weather Outlook: There is a chance of rain showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. today, according to the National Weather Service, which has issued a hazardous weather outlook for this afternoon and into the evening. The storms may have heavy rain, hail, periodic lightning, and strong winds; chance of precipitation is 50 percent. Otherwise, the day will be sunny with a high around 93. Tonight, there will be a 20 percent chance of showers and storms before 10 p.m. Low near 70.

2. Government:

• Channel 77 Volunteers are meeting in room 216 of the at 7 p.m.
• The Manalapan Arts Council meets tonight in room 213 of the at 7:30 p.m.

3. Live Outdoors this Summer: Creating a homey outdoor living space starts with picking the right furniture. Not sure what kind of material your outdoor furniture should be made out of? No problem! Check out Patch’s to find out the pros and cons of different materials outdoor furniture is commonly made out of. 

4. Need a Zen Moment?: Kids making you crazy this summer? Head on over to the tonight at 7 p.m. for a - an extremely that is free and open to people of all ages!

5. Extra! Extra! Blog all about it!: If you were on the fence about participating in Patch’s blogging initiative, I am writing to have you reconsider! You can write about what you want, when you want, and how often you want - as long as you are a local resident. So, take those scribbles in your journal, funny ideas in your head, or basic career expertise and turn it into a blog on the Manalapan Patch. Send me an e-mail at katrina.rossos@patch.com and I will get you set up!