1. A hiatus from autumn today as the sun returns and heats things up to 74 degrees. Sunrise is 6:50 a.m., sunset is 6:23 p.m.
2. The 2012 Americana Fest kicks off tonight at Hygienic Art Park. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the first performers take the stage half an hour later. Admission is $7.
3. Plenty of beer is available for sampling tonight at Ocean Beach Park as the New London Rotary Foundation brings the Brewfest to the waterfront. Admission is $25, and proceeds will benefit local charities and Camp Rotary.
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5. Today in weird holidays, it’s National Storytelling Day. Find a friend and spin a yarn.
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