Here is the Melrose Patch 5 Things column for Thursday, Feb. 28: 

1. Damp day: There is a 60 percent chance of precipitation Thursday, with temperatures reaching a high of about 49 during the day and a low of 32 at night, according to the National Weather Service's forecast for Melrose.

2. In case you missed it: The city of Melrose is looking to collect sports equipment and apparel to send to nearly 20 schools in the nation of Haiti.

3. Open mic night at Ab Fab: Sign-up starts at 7 p.m. Thursday and music kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at Absolutely Fabulous in Melrose.

4. Launch an ad campaign: Interested in advertising on Melrose Patch? Contact Ad Manager Joseph Mastrorio at joseph.mastrorio@patch.com.

5. Gas up: Want traffic updates or gas prices in the Melrose region? Take a gander at our Commute section for information.

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