5 Useful Things to Know Today: July 14

A picture perfect Thursday ahead... and with it, a respite from the oppressive heat. So here is a great weather forecast and four more things to look forward to today!

1. It just doesn't get any better than this. Sunny skies and a high of 84 degrees. Partly cloudy skies this evening for the midnight showing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. Low temperature of 63 degrees.

2. This one is worth repeating—5 cents Thursdays at (across from Harris Teeter). That's a nickel off of each gallon of gas you purchase today. Take your vehicles and load up the tank for the weekend. 

3. Today NPotomac Patch will bring you the second installment of our new Health Connection feature highlighting an NP-D neighbor making a difference ...today's subject, massage therapy.

4. Claire's Cooking Class- Every Thursday, 7 p.m. at Whole Foods in the Kentlands you can join talented demo specialist, Claire, in the cafe where she will show you how to cook something new and exciting. You'll even get to sample each plate! Please sign up at the customer service desk. 

5. , at 12944 Travilah Road, invites you to a night from 6 to 8 p.m. Sit back, relax, enjoy...you earned it!