Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Tuesday, March 12:

1. Local forecast: It is expected to be cloudy with a 70 percent chance of precipitation for Tuesday, as daytime highs will be in the mid-50s before dipping to the upper-30s at night, according to the National Weather Service forecast for Melrose.

2. Library activities: Here is a look at the activities planned for Tuesday at Melrose Public Library, according to the library website:

• Tuesday Morning Book Group: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Trustees Room
• Toddler Time Drop-in Program: 10:30-11 a.m., Meeting Room
• Community Teamwork, 6-8:45 p.m., Meeting Room

3. Meeting: The Melrose School Committee is expected to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Aldermanic Chamber at City Hall, according to the city website.

4. Bond Ratings: Want to learn more about bond ratings and the city's current bond rate? Check out Treasurer Art Flavin's post on the subject on Mayor Rob Dolan's blog.

5. Event: The free Moms Together event is slated for 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Evangelical Church.

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