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Five Things You Need to Know Today: January 27

Today we've got Salsa for Elders, Farmers in Training and a Spaghetti Dinner for Edgartown 8th graders

1. Beginning Salsa for Elders will be held at the Edgartown Council on Aging this morning with dance instructor Saskia Vanderhoop. It doesn't matter if you've never danced before, you will learn the basics and walk away with a smile. $7. 9 am – 10 am. For more information or to register, call 508-627-4368.

2. Serving Hands Food Distribution will be at the in Vineyard Haven today. Distributions every 4th Friday of the month. 2 pm - 4 pm. For more information, call Betty at 508-696-4211 ext. 16.

3. Farmers in Training meet today at the . Farmers age 10 and up will help with chores, oxen training and working with the animals. $15 per session or $105 for 8 sessions through March 16. 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. For more information, or to register, call 508-627-7007 ext. 103.

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4. Come support the 8th grade class trip to Washington D.C. and enjoy a Spaghetti Dinner at the . Pasta, garlic bread, salad and dessert will be served. $8 for adults; $4 for children 14 and under. 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm. For more information, call 508-627-7927.

5. The annual Hockey Booster Auction is tonight at . There will be a silent auction, a buffet and a live auction later on in the evening. $25. 6:30 pm.

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