5 Things You Need To Know Today—Tuesday, April 17

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1) The fire still burns: It's amazing technique-wise, but music like that is so funny to me. Sunny, with a high near 77. West wind between 9 and 18 mph. Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 45. Northwest wind between 9 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. (Forecast by the National Weather Service.)

2) Times are hard but we'll all survive, I just got to learn to economize: Mayor Rob Dolan will present his budget proposal to a joint meeting of the aldermen and School Committee meeting tonight at 7:15 p.m., followed by a full Board of Aldermen meeting with the

3) Rediscover communication: The Sign to Me, Sing to Me class returns to the Melrose Public Library today at 10:30 a.m. The classes are designed to teach parents, caregivers, and children (infants, toddlers,and preschoolers) basic American Sign Language. Through songs, games, and activities, children learn how to use ASL to facilitate communication and learning from infancy and well beyond. Children 13 months and older from 10:30-11:05 a.m., children 0-12 months from 11:15-11:50 a.m.

4) Found a job: Attention veterans—the city is holding a resume writing workshop tomorrow at 6 p.m. specifically for you. Professional volunteers will give a presentation on job interviewing skills in addition to providing resources for those needing clothing and accessories necessary for obtaining employment. The final portion of the workshop will provide one-on-one resume writing tips to ensure attendees are armed with up-to-date and effective resumes. There's also a veterans jobs and benefits fair at Memorial Hall and City Hall on Wednesday, April 25. .

5) The plan keeps coming up again: Here's our plan for today—our lineup of weekly features that run each Tuesday on Melrose Patch:

• Police Log: I usually get the log on Mondays from the Melrose Police Department and bring you a recap on Tuesdays. Because of Monday's Patriots' Day holiday, the log will run one day later than usual this week.

• Poll Results: Every Wednesday we run a poll about a timely issue on Melrose Patch, and the following Tuesday, we'll bring you the results and invite you to continue the conversation.

Check our calendar for the full slate of events—and add your own!