5 Things You Need to Know: Monday, March 21

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1. Sunday marked the first day of spring. Get ready to bust out those flip-flops, wiffle ball bats and bar-b-ques. 
2.   spring sports also begin this week. The varsity baseball team plays at Westwood High School on Friday at 3:30 p.m. Girls softball won't start until next week; the Marauders face Westwood next Wednesday at 3:45 p.m. home. 
3. If you still need to get your shopping done for the week and keep the kiddos entertained, check out this morning at . From 9-10 a.m. the kid's play area will be open for story time and healthy snacks. Children will have a chance to taste a variety of nutritous foods, color a placemat, and hear a story related to food. Questions? Call Maureen the Healthy Eating SPecialist at (781) 329-7100.
4. Have a little more time and your hands and want to help out a good cause? Join Whole Foods in the  By collecting clues around , you and your family could be registered to win a trip or other prizes. The $15 entry fee goes to the Whole Planet Foundation, which helps impoverished populations in developing nations. For more information, click here.
5. will have crafts for kids from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. today. The event is free and open to all. No need to register, just drop in.