Five Things: No Improvements for Worcester Sq. Silver Line Stop

Today is Friday, October 14. Here are five things you need to know today.

1. More rain today, heavy during the afternoon, with possible thunderstorms as well. Highs in the upper 60s.

2. The MBTA will not be constructing a glass windscreen or enclosure at the inbound Silver Line stop on Washington Street at Worcester Square. MBTA spokesman Joe Pesaturo said in an email to Patch that the stop has never had a shelter, and won't as part of improvements, because neighbors "raised concerns" about a shelter's "compatibility with the architecture and historic significance of neighboring buildings." The concerns were raised when the Silver Line route was first constructed, he said.

The outbound Silver Line stop across the street from Worcester Square will have a laminated glass windscreen added to the enclosure as part of $3.4 million in Silver Line improvements.

3. If you see children drawing on artist Philippe Lejeune's outdoor art installation this Saturday, don't be alarmed. The BCA is offering kids and their families a unique opportunity to draw with Lejeune using pencils, charcoals or anything that leaves traces behind on both traditional surfaces and his . The event, which starts at 2 p.m., is free and registration is recommended. Click here for info.

4. The Stanley Cup visited the this week as part of the Bruin's Trophy Tour. Patients in BMC's pediatrics wing got a chance to touch the cup and take photos with it, the Globe reported. A diamond-covered Bruins championship ring was also passed around.

5. John Waller will be filling in as guest editor of South End Patch beginning Monday, October 17. Please send all correspondence and news tips his way: johndwaller (at) gmail.com. I'll be returning (well-rested) the following week.