Five Things to Know Today in Manalapan: May 8, 2012

1. Possible Storms: There is a 30 percent chance of scattered rain showers today and possible thunderstorms after 2 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Otherwise, the day will be cloudy with a high near 73. It will also be quite breezy, with wind gusts reaching between 13 and 20 MPH. Tonight, there is a 70 percent chance of rain and late thunderstorms. In other respects, the night will be cloudy with a low temperature around 59.

2. Government:

• The Economic Development Committee will meet tonight in room 216 of the at 7 p.m.
• The Shade Tree Commission will meet tonight in room 213 of the at 7:30 p.m.

3. Sports:

Home

• Boys Freshman Baseball vs. Middletown High School South at 3:45 p.m.
• Girls Varsity Lacrosse vs. Freehold Township High School at 3:45 p.m.
• Girls JV Lacrosse vs. Freehold Township High School at 5:15 p.m.

Away

• Boys and Girls Varsity Golf vs. Middletown High School South at 3:30 p.m.
• Boys Varsity Baseball vs. Middletown High School South at 3:45 p.m.
• Boys JV Baseball vs. Middletown High School South at 3:45 p.m.
• Girls Varsity Softball vs. Middletown High School South at 3:45 p.m.
• Girls Freshman Softball vs. Middletown High School South at 3:45 p.m.

4. Exercise Myths: Dr. Michael E. Rothman the Director of MD Wellness and Spa, will be holding a seminar tonight entitled at the tonight at 7 p.m.

5. Readers’ Choice: This week Manalapan Patch is asking readers what their favorite “staycation” spot is - a local destination where you can get away without traveling far. We’ve compiled a list of great nearby spots where you and your family and friends can have fun this summer.