It's Friday. We made it through another week! The superstitious should stay in bed today. Yes, it's Friday the 13th. Maybe you'll want to celebrate by watching the original movie. Hard to believe that the original featured a young(er) Kevin Bacon. A nice, sunny day is on its way and paving the way for a beautiful weekend. Tree pollen remains extremely high. So much so that folks who normally don't have allergy problems are sneezing more than normal. Still looking for stuff to do this weekend? Take a moment to check out our Weekend Planner. Lots of cool stuff found there, including concerts, …

The weekend is almost here, folks. Today is National Licorice Day. The only way to celebrate is to eat some, of course. Today is also the anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War as Confederate forces begin firing on Fort Sumter in South Carolina.  Tired of waiting for the Phillies to get untracked, but still hungering for baseball? The William Tennent baseball and softblal teams play at Bensalem High School this afternoon at 3:30. Speaking of sports, time is running out to enter our Greatest Sports Fan contest. All you need to do is upload a photo that proves you - or a friend or loved …

Happy April 11, all.  The Upper Southampton Inter-Service Club will honor its Citizen of the Year tonight with a social hour and dinner in the Hampton Room of the Southampton Fire Company. The event starts at 6 p.m. and you can call Diane Redstreake at 215-357-1664 or Kathy U'Selis at 215-357-5774 for more information and tickets. There's a chance of showers all day and into the evening. Tough to complain because we really could use some rain. The tree pollen continues to be a real problem, too. You're probably reading and hearing a lot about the GOP primary coming up in a few weeks, but have…

Here are your Five Things for April 10, 2012. The Centennial school board meets tonight. The agenda includes a lot of dollar figures, including more than $200,000 in furniture for Davis Elementary School and more than $30,000 in change orders for construction projects. Some dicey weather today. It's going to be windy - again - and there's a chance of showers in the afternoon. And if you're going out this evening, take a jacket as temperatures will drop into the 30s. Brrrrrrr! Tune in to WHYY this morning for Radio Times, hosted by Marty Moss-Coane. She's got quite a diverse doubleheader on …

It's April 9, folks. Here are your Five Things. All Centennial School District schools and offices are closed today, but it's a busy week for the district. There's a school board meeting Tuesday night, report cards are distributed Wednesday and the education committee meets Wednesday night. Township offces and departments are open for business today after being closed Friday. The forecast is calling for a blustery day, so even with a high in the 60s, it won't exactly be balmy out there. The library's annual geranium sale is in full swing with orders being taken at the library through April 27…

1. Centennial School District: Divide your time wisely with Family Math Night at Willow Dale Elementary School. The event starts at 6 p.m. 2. Although it certainly doesn’t seem it like, you still have one last day of summer left. What will you do to celebrate today? Leave a comment below. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1968, The Beatles’ “Hey Jude” topped the charts. I listen to this classic song to get in good spirits; it works! 4. Join in a game of bridge today at 1 p.m. at the Community Center. New members are welcome! 5. Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation: Register for Zumba Fitness. …

1. Centennial School District: Back to School Night will take place tonight at 7:30 p.m. for William Tennent High School located at 333 Centennial Rd. Don’t forget a writing utensil! 2. The Bucks County Free Library System is looking for its next director at its Northampton Township branch. Read the directions to apply for this position. Good luck! 3. Relevant Song of The Day: Please make sure to listen to Earth, Wind, and Fire’s “September” today, and pay very close attention to the date! 4. Thinking of your religious needs? St. John The Evangelist Anglican Church encourages you to see if …

1. Centennial School District: The Home and School Association meeting for Fred J. Stackpole Elementary School located at 1350 Strathmann Dr. will take place in the school's library at 7 p.m. tonight. Click here for more information. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel School: Look your best, students; today is picture day!. (No matter how many reminders I had growing up, I’d forget and wear my hair in a pony tail). 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1967,  The Box Tops’ “The Letter” topped the charts. View a performance here. Maybe you can write a letter to a friend or loved one today in light of today’s …

1. Centennial School District: Meet The Teacher Night at Fred J. Stackpole Elementary School located at 1350 Strathmann Dr. in Southampton is tonight at 6:30 p.m. Click here for a break-down of the evening's agenda. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel School: Attention, OLGC Alumni—Be sure to check out your alma mater’s page in order to see how you can give back! Also, e-mail OLGCAlumniAssn@verizon.net for information on upcoming alumni events. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1983, Billy Joel’s “Tell Her about It” topped the charts. Enjoy the nostalgic theme of this music video...and Billy Joel's shoes…

1. Centennial School District: Today, come celebrate the Grand Opening of William Tennent High School from 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a dedication ceremony, food and fitness activities. RSVP here. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish: Don’t forget—today is the 20th Annual Golf Outing, which will take place at the Northampton Valley County Club on Newtown-Richboro Road in Richboro. Registration and lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. Go to page seven of the Parish bulletin for more information. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1962, The Four Seasons’ “Sherry” topped the charts. Why don't you... listen to …

1. Centennial School District: Back to School Night for McDonald-Davis Elementary and Willow Dale Elementary Schools for grades three through five will take place tonight at 6:30 p.m. Click here for more details. 2. Upper Southampton Township: Looking to advance your career in real estate? Your local government requires applicants to seek approval for real estate certification. The PDF version of the form after completion can be brought to the Township administration building. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1969, The Archies' “Sugar, Sugar” topped the charts. I suggest listening to this catchy …

1. Centennial School District: The Substitute Support Staff Orientation will take place today at 9 a.m. and will be held at the administration building located at 433 Centennial Rd. in Warminster. Click here for payment rates and contact information. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel School: Check out the Partners in Education page to get acquainted with how this organization aims to accommodate the needs of the school. Interested in volunteering? E-mail olgcpie@yahoo.com for more information. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1964, The Animals’ “The House of The Rising Sun” topped the charts. This …

1. Centennial School District: The Board of Directors meeting will take place tonight at 7 p.m. in the administration building located at 433 Centennial Rd. Read the complete outline of tonight’s discussion. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish: If you are looking to dispose of soccer gear (new or slightly used), the Parish will gladly take these items off your hands as a result of a partnership between OLGC’s CYO and the Southampton Soccer Association in donating equipment to the US Soccer Federation’s Passback program. Please call 215-357-1600 for details on how you can contribute.  Or, go to…

1. Centennial School District: Welcome back, students! (Willow Dale Elementary, be sure to wear blue to show off your pride!) 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish School: Back to School Night for grades four and five will take place in the auditorium at 7 p.m. (Don’t forget a writing utensil!) 3. Fall into the upcoming athletic season with Upper South Basketball. Contact Mike De Leo at DJMSMIKE@comcast.net or refer here for registration information. 4.  The Operations Committee of Centennial School District will be meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in the boardroom of the administration building …

1. Centennial School District: Professional Development Day starts this morning at 8:30 a.m. at each of the individual schools within the district. The event will end at 3:30 p.m. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish School: Back to School Night for grades one through three will take place in the auditorium at 7 p.m. (Don’t forget a writing utensil!) 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1989, The New Kids on The Block’s “Hangin’ Tough” topped the charts. If you are the new kid in school this year, I am personally dedicating this this 22-year-old hit to you.  4.  Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation…

1. Upper Southampton Township: The Planning Commission meeting will take place tonight at 7 p.m. and will be held in the meeting room in the Township Administration building. 2. Our Lady of Good Counsel School: Read through the calendar for the new academic year. Be sure to note important dates regarding early closings and tuition deadlines. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1983, Michael Sembello’s “Maniac" topped the charts. For those of you who are going back to school, gathering last-minute materials and supplies might make you relate to this song. (Or, it just might make you want to watch "…

1. Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation: Sign up for the first session of Tai Chi starting Sept. 1 until Oct. 13. Classes will start at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Tamanend Park Carriage House. Go to page five of the USPR Fall 2011 newsletter for more information. 2. Attention incoming Centennial School District ninth graders: come out and show your school spirit at the William Tennent High School  (located at 333 Centennial Road) versus Wissahickon High School football game tonight! The game will start at 7 p.m. and will take place at the Alumni Stadium. Free admission. …

1. Centennial School District: Until Sept. 8, you and your family can receive 15% off when shopping at the Modell’s Sporting Goods at the Neshaminy Mall to support Modell’s Team Weeks. Wear your new gear to support the football team at the first game of the season this Friday. 2. Upper Southampton Township: The Environmental Advisory Council meeting will take place tonight at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at the Township building. This meeting is open to the public.  3. The American Library Association has named September Library Card Sign-Up Month. Visit the Southampton Free Library located at …

1. Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation:  Submit your shots of Tamanend Park to the 2011 Photo Contest starting Sept. 1. Go to page nine of the USPR Fall 2011 newsletter for more information. 2. Centennial School District: Kindergarten Here I Am is today at 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. You and your soon-to-be student can learn all about his/her new adventure at Willow Dale Elementary School. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1950, Gordon Jenkins and The Weavers’ “Goodnight Irene” topped the charts. I think this is a shared sentiment. I will gladly say goodnight, goodbye and good riddance to Hurricane…

1. Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation: Adult athletes can register for Competitive Volleyball, which occurs every Thursday and starts on Sept. 1. Matches will be held at the Community Center. Click page six of the USPR Fall 2011 newsletter for fee information. 2. Centennial School District: New Teacher Orientation is today. Please call 215-441-6000 extension 3033 regarding information on time and location. 3. Billboard No. 1: Today in 1983, The Eurythmics’ “Sweat Dreams (Are Made of This)” topped the charts. Watch the video of this creepy hit--and a favorite of mine. 4. Energy tip from …