Today's Weather, Piglets, and French Class

Good morning Simsbury! Today is Monday, July 2, 2012 and there are 182 days left in the year.

Today's Weather: Chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service daily forecast. Otherwise it will be partly sunny with a high near 86 degrees.

Tonight: Slight chance of showers late tonight. Otherwise it will be partly cloudy with an overnight low around 64 degrees.

If you're looking for a fun activity for the family today, stop by Flamig Farm and visit with some baby goats, chicks and 10 piglets. Admission is $4 for anyone over the age of 2. For more information visit the Flamig Farm website.

If you haven't taken the cell phone tour of downtown Simsbury, you might have time to get out before the rain. The one-hour tour is narrated by First Selectwoman Mary A. Glassman and will lead you to 11 local sites known for their architectural or historic value. To take the tour dial 860-323-9029 and start walking. The program is offered through the Simsbury Senior Center and is completely free- with the exception of your cell phone bill.

Parlez-vous francais? Why not join the Conversational French Class at the  and refresh your memory or prepare for your next trip. The library is offering a free series of classes. Meet with Madame Coulon from 6:30-7:30 on Monday evenings in the Friends Cafe at the library.

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