#1. Dog Obedience at the Roudenbush.  You can have a well mannered dog that is a joy to be around.  Get puppy off on the right start or work on basic obedience with your dog of any age.  Training material fee of $15 due at first class.   $123/$120  Aug. 2 to Sept 6 (6 Thursdays) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For questions, call Donna Deschenes 978-692-5511 X281

#2. Bears!: Michelle got this great picture of a bear from a few days ago. If you get a great picture, submit it to our Neighborhood Gallery, and if you see a bear, post it in the comments of our Bear Map!

#3. and CATS!: It's down at Kimball Farm today, and in case you missed it yesterday, Patch talked with one of the actresses in the production, we'll have her story next week.

#4. At the Library Today: Watch out for animals that aren't dogs or bears or cats!

#5. In the Race for Congress: We will be having live chats with Congresswoman Niki Tsongas on July 13, and Republican challengers Tom Weaver and Jon Golnik on July 10 and July 19 respectively.