Region –Today is Tuesday, May 1, the 122nd day of 2012.
On this day in 1931, the Empire State Building in New York City was formally dedicated. Until the World Trade Center was built in 1972, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world. It is 102 stories and 1,250 feet high (1,454 feet to the top of the lightning rod.) The building was constructed ahead of schedule, in just over a year, and at a cost of $40 million, which was under budget.
And in other lofty news, on this day in 1963, James Whittaker of Redmond, Washington, became the first American to reach the summit of Mt. Everest, the tallest mountain in the world.
Today's birthday include a number of musical stars including country superstar Tim McGraw (1967), Ray Parker, Jr., probably best known for his hit theme from the movie “Ghostbusters,” (1954), Rita Coolidge, the wife of Kris Kristofferson and a fine singer herself (1945) and the legendary Judy Collins (1939).
Here are six tips for the day –
1. Today is Shrewsbury's Annual Town Election! Here is a Q & A feature for the top race – one seat on the Board of Selectmen.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/04/23/two-candidates-vie-for-shrewsbury-selectman-seat/
2. The Westborough High School Student Council will be hosting a free read aloud for kids on May 2, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the event room of Tatnuck Bookseller.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/04/13/westborough-read-aloud-at-tatnuck/
3. Are you new to Westborough and feeling a little shy? Why not check out this fun event sponsored by the Westborough Newcomers Club on May 2? Or if you can's make it, be sure to check out their website for other fun ideas to get to know your new neighbors.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/04/20/westborough-newcomers-club-shopping-event/
4. The Republican Town Committees of Westborough and Northborough will hold a “Meet and Greet” event for State Rep. Steve Levy, R-Marlborough, from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Celtic Tavern, Route 9 West in Northborough on Wednesday, May 3. Starting in 2012, Levy will be representing Precincts 1 & 3 in Northborough and Westborough, as well as parts of Marlborough. Don's miss this chance to share your concerns with him!
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/04/25/northborough-meet-greet-state-rep-steve-levy/
5. Here's a way that a local bank – Marlborough Savings Bank – is helping three local charities through the power of social media.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/04/29/marlborough-savings-bank-likes-charity/
6. Are you a lady who's not afraid to wield a hammer or use a power tool? If so, you may be interested in this special initiative sponsored by Habitat for Humanity – National Women Build Week. More details can be found here –
