5 Things to Talk About at Workplace Water Coolers

1.) The state government could . How would that impact you? Feel free to share comments, ask questions or submit story ideas. Local Editor Britt Johnsen is at 651-253-6027, or britt.johnsen@patch.com.

2.) It's going to be a hot one today. It's supposed to be sunny today, with a high of 94 -- hot and humid.

3.) Want to learn how to knit? -- for free, too. Today from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., you can go to Wescott Library to learn to cast on and start a knitting project of your own. Registration is required.

4.) The Wescott Library this morning is showing families and children . The event is free. Call 651-450-2900 for more information.

5.) Today in 1853, the Minnesota Pioneer published its first real estate advertisement. It was for a land salesman.