Five Things You Need to Know: September 18, Storytime, Contests, and More

Today's Weather: For today showers are likely, mainly between 1pm and 5 p.m. Patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, increasing clouds, with a high near 73.  For tonight there will be showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds and heavy rain. Steady temperature around 71, according to The National Weather Service.

1. The Justin House will have a Hip Hop and Pilates class at 25 Avery Street in Dedham(St Marys Parish Center) at 7:00 p.m..  Come join the Justin house,have fun while you work out and meet new friends! $5.

2. Every Tuesday evening at 9 p.m. come play the newly talked about Questionnairey at T.G.I.Friday's in Dedham (next to Best Buy). Questionnairey is loosely based on Family Feud but described as "not your ordinary trivia." So get your team of people to T.G.I.Friday's to test your skills at an assortment of questions!

3. Do you think your street is the greatest street in Dedham? What makes it so great? Tell us why and win a $250 block party!  Donahue Real Estate Co. is now accepting entries to nominate your street. Enter  by submitting an essay, a video or a clever creation that explains why your street should win. Nominations are due by Monday Oct. 1. Email your submissions to info@donahuerealestate.com or by mail to Donahue Real Estate, 15 Bryant St. Dedham, MA 02026 c/o “Best Street in Dedham.”

4. The Blue Bunny, 577 High Street in Dedham, will have Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers will enjoy these short stories and a craft activity to follow. Free! No pre-registration required.

5. Dance Explosion is now accepting registration for their 2012/2013 dance season. Join them for their 31st season with classes for ages 2.5 - adult in pre-ballet, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, modern and lyric.