June 21, 2011: Summer Solstice

1. It's the first day of summer! Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 80, according to reports from the National Weather Service.

2. The  is looking for cookie donations for its . If you are able to drop off cookies at the school before 6 p.m., contact lambertsheryl@yahoo.com; 860-465-9818.

3. You can head on over to the  for their 8:30 a.m.  Class. The session combines a variety of underwater exercises utilizing the deep and shallow ends of the pool. The class runs $59 - $64 for members and $79 - $86 for non-members.

4. Mansfield mom  gives thanks to teachers in her weekly Mom's Column, Just Sayin'. Be sure to check it out, .

5. People throughout the region gathered for the Eastern Connecticut Health Network's (ECHN) on June 5. See how much money was raised, .