March 4: 'Get Out' and Play Some Ball

1. The Forecast: Mostly Sunny, 74

Agoura Hills can expect a mostly sunny day, according to the National Weather Service. The high will be near 74 and the low will be around 44. North northeast wind will remain between 10 and 15 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 20 miles per hour.

2. Commander Thomas Michael Miele Day

In honor of Commander Thomas Michael Miele, who retires after 33 years as a United States Coast Guard, the Mayor and Agoura Hills City Council have named Friday, Mar. 4, 2011 "Commander Thomas Michael Miele Day." 

3. Sports: Agoura Varsity Baseball

On the top spot for Friday's Sports Notebook is baseball. The boys open their season at home at 3 p.m., and Principal Misel is throwing the first pitch. The Chargers also have a new coach to start their season. Patch sat down with Michael Cordero. Check back later for the Q&A.

4. This Month's

 five books to check out. Some recommendations were in honor of last weekend's Academy Awards for a night of movies, family time, and popcorn. But you don’t have to take our word for it, we have enlisted the help of Agoura Hills Library Manager Sue Yamato.

5. This Weekend

Still wondering what to do this weekend? Patch is here to help with the best bets for your Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There's a five-course raw vegan dinner at 649 Old Topanga Rd. or a comedy showcase at Spumoni Restaurant in Calabasas. For three more options, check out our .