Five Things You Need to Know Today: April 2

1. The Old Colony Power Squadron is hosting a public boating course at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 at the Plymouth Yacht Club. By completing the course, you'll receive a completion certificate. Signups begin at 6:30 p.m. and the class starts at 7 p.m. For more information contact John Gardner at 508-378-7929 or captngard@comcast.net.

2. The Plymouth Moose will host a community blood drive in its lodge home at 601 State Road from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 3. Walk-in donations are accepted but appointments are recommended; you can schedule an appointment through the American Red Cross website at www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code 7756, or you can call 800-GIVELIFE (800-448-3543). To find out more about the Moose fraternity, call the lodge at 508-224-2276 or visit www.heardofmoose.org.

3. Becca’s Closet was created as a legacy to Rebecca Kirtman and the project she created. She believed that little things can make a big difference. Becca’s Closet donates formal attire to high school girls with financial need who otherwise would not be able to attend their schools’ homecomings and proms. The local Becca’s Closet is part of the Plymouth South High School Marketing Department and is one of two chapters in the state. Call 508-224-7512, ext. 1150, to schedule an appointment, or visit Plymouth South High School, at 490 Long Pond Road, during school hours. Stop in and find your dream dress.

4. The Plymouth Guild will hold its third annual juried photography exhibition March 30 through May 5 at the Plymouth Center for the Arts, located at 11 North St. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. A reception and awards ceremony will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 7, with hors d’oeuvres, live music and a cash bar. For details, see www.plymouthguild.org or call 508-746-7222.  

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