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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Oct. 3, 2011

Happy Monday, Silver Spring! Here are five things you need to know as you start your day.

Happy Monday, Silver Spring! Here are five things to know today, to help you keep up-to-date about what’s going on in the community:

1. Throughout the day you can expect mostly cloudy skies and rain with temperatures near 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Into the evening, showers are likely, with temperatures dropping to about 50.

2. . The series highlights landmark productions from some of today’s greatest voices from the grand opera houses across Europe, as well as filmed performances of live ballets from Europe's top companies. Tickets are $15.

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3. Create Arts Center uses several colors of alabaster to carve small and medium sized sculptures as well as amulets, beads, and pendants. For a package of eight classes, the cost is $205. Contact Create Arts at 301-588-2787.

4. Looking for cheap gas? Visit gas buddy and type in your Zip Code. It will populate stations nearest you with reasonable gas prices in your neighborhood.

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5. Start your week by knowing where to go on the roadways. Come back at 9 a.m. for update on construction projects in your neighborhood with our "Getting Around Town" feature.


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