Five Things You Need To Know: Jan. 16

Today is Monday, Jan. 16. Here are five things you need to know.

Trey The Dog: Last month, Trey, a six-year-old reading therapy dog owned by Lynnfield resident Lyn Walfish, was at the Lynnfield Library for an hour to give some local children a chance to read to him. This form of reading therapy has been found useful for children who may become nervous while reading out loud or who may have similar difficulties. Trey is coming back to the library on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.  Parents interested in making one of the four available 15-minute appointments can contact Laura Bruynell, head of youth services, at the library at 781-334-2164. There will be a wait list once the four spots are filled.

OLA Open House:  Our Lady of the Assumption School is holding an open house on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Willy Wonka Kids: Later this month, Lynnfield Community Schools presents “Willy Wonka Kids,” based on the Roald Dahl classic “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Performances are at Lynnfield High School on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. Tickets are available an hour before each show and also on Tuesday, Jan. 17 in the LHS foyer from 5 to 6 p.m.

Calling all Chocolate Lovers – Sunrise of Lynnfield will be at the Lynnfield Senior Center on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 12:30 p.m. to demonstrate how to make chocolate truffles and other goodies with samples for all. There is no charge but sign-up is required at the front desk. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. for $2. Sign up for lunch by noon the day before.

Town Business: The School Committee meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the LHS Media Center. The Board of Health meets Tuesday as well, at 5:30 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Room at Town Hall.

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