Daily Five: Rockets' Red Glare

1. A short thunderstorm might come through this afternoon or evening, but otherwise it's a sunny day. Sunrise is 5:15 a.m., sunset is 8:20 p.m., and the high temperature is 71 degrees.

2. is launching a book on the War of 1812 this evening. The Rockets’ Red Glare: The War of 1812 and Connecticut is debuting with a reception from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Shaw Mansion.

3. Check out some local produce and baked goods today at the Field of Greens Farmers Market. This runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on .

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5. World Brain Tumor Day? Yes, there are holidays for everything. The recognition has been going on since 2000 and aims to raise awareness of the disease.

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