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5 Things: April 4

Tidbits of information to help you get through the day.

1. CSD News: Centennial School District invites the community to wear blue for participation in World Autism Awareness Day. The , but be sure to click here to learn about how you can become more involved in the efforts to raise awareness all year long.

2. Upper Southampton Parks and Recreation: Be sure to register for Evening Adult Art Classes. The first session begins tomorrow at 7 p.m. in the Carriage House located in , and the following sessions will be held each subsequent Tuesday up to and including June 7. Fees: $100/resident; $110/non-residents; $95/seniors. Call 215-355-9181 to register.  

3. Billboard Number One: Today in 1988, Billy Ocean's "Get Outta my Dreams, Get into my Car" topped the charts. Originally from Trinidad, Ocean, during his early songwriting career, worked for Ford motors. Click here to listen to the song, found on the platinum album "Tear down these walls," that actually was his last big hit as an artist. (Viewers' Warning: this video screams everything horrible/wonderful about the 80s. See for yourself). 

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4. Graduations are just around the corner, as are the celebrations that come along with them. Be sure to call Music Spectrum Entertainment for premiere disc jockey service at 215-355-4943.  

5. Green tip for the decorator: The weather is warming up just in time to give your home fresh coats of paint. To be an eco-friendly decorator, be sure never to dispose of paint  thinners, solvents or actual paint down any drains. Click here for more tips.  

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