5 Things: Application Filed for More UMass Football Games; Wine Tasting with Mom & More

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1. Chance of Showers and Thunderstorms Thursday in Foxborough

Today’s weather in Foxborough, according to the National Weather Service based in Taunton, calls for a chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Patchy fog before 11 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 69. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Thursday night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Patchy fog after 3 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

2. Senator Timilty Hosts 9th Annual State House Skin Cancer Screening

State Senator James Timilty (D-Walpole) recently hosted the ninth annual State House Skin Cancer Screening for the third year in a row, along with The Melanoma Foundation of New England and The Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology.

Like in previous years, this free event offers legislators and staff an opportunity to see a dermatologist for a free private 15-minute session in a hearing room at the State House. The annual State House Skin Cancer Screening raises awareness about: Basal Cell carcinomas, Squamous Cell carcinomas, and melanomas.

“May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and it is always a pleasure working with the Melanoma Foundation of New England and the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology to bring this important event to the State House. Early detection provides anyone fighting cancer with a real advantage,” said Senator Timilty. “Until a cure is found, I think raising awareness and encouraging people to get screened regularly is necessary.”

Senator Timilty and the Melanoma Foundation of New England in addition to the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology have also drafted legislation seeking to reduce the prevalence of skin cancer in Massachusetts.

One bill looks to increase regulations tanning facilities within the state while the other sets up a framework to educate public school students about the relationship between sun safety and skin cancer. For more information on either of these bills, please visit the Legislature’s website.

Senate 1105 – An Act Further Regulating Tanning Facilities

http://www.malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1105

Senate 279 –An Act Establishing a Skin Cancer and Sun Safety Education Program in Public Schools

http://www.malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S279

• Additional information is also available at the Melanoma Foundation of New England’s website, as well as, on the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology’s webpage. http://www.mfne.org/
• http://www.massacademyofdermatology.org/

3. Stadium Advisory Committee Reviews Gillette Stadium Application for UMass Football Games

Foxborough’s Stadium Advisory Committee will meet Thursday at Town Hall at 5:30 p.m. to review Gillette Stadium’s license applications for UMass football games in 2013.

4. Patriot Place Events

Here’s what’s happening around Patriot Place today:

• Fun and Games with 5Wits: Join 5Wits at 6 p.m. for a night of fun and games. Try some of 5Wits’ favorite board and card games and have a chance to take them home for a steal.

• Trivia at Red Robin: Come try your luck during trivia at Red Robin every Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. sponsored by Sam Adams.

• 11 a.m. - Bounce Houses: Jump around all afternoon in inflatable bounce houses. Located in the North Marketplace outside of Red Robin, enjoy the afternoon as the kids bounce the day away.

• 9:30 p.m. - Country Mile performs at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill: This Ohio based band introduces a bit of rock edge to their tunes making it easy for listeners to enjoy an exciting live performance.

5. A Taste for Mom at The Reserve Bin Thursday

This week The Reserve Bin at 373 Central St. in Foxborough is celebrating all the moms out there with wines that will surely warm their hearts. Whether you need a gift or something to go with Mother's Day brunch, you will find something that both you and mom will love.

Stop by Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. and have a taste of the following wines:

Cavicchioli Sparkling White (IT)
Joseph Mellot La Chatellenie Sancerre (FR)
Travessia Rose of Pinot Noir (USA--LOCAL!)
Crosby Cabernet Sauvignon (USA)’

Also, take 10 percent off any tasted wines.