Daily Five: Polling Locations And What's The Spicebush Viburnum?

1. If you’re a Republican, you can’t really use the weather as an excuse to not vote today. There’s only a slight chance of showers after 2 p.m. but before that it will be partly sunny, with a high near 58, says NOAA.gov. Tonight there’s a slight chance of showers before midnight and it’ll be partly cloudy, with a low around 40. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. so there's plenty of time to dodge raindrops.

2. If you’re a Republican you may not be 100 percent captivated by the primary race since Rick Santorum left but you will get a free sticker so go out and vote! Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., District One votes at the , Districts Two and Three vote at the . These are the names you’ll see on the ballot: New Gingrich, Ron Paul, Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum and Uncommitted.

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3. Mother’s Day is three weeks away. Would your mom be interested in knowing more about her mom or her mom’s mom? The library has a genealogy group and they meet this Wednesday at at 7:00 p.m. Bring a laptop or tablet or use the library’s computers to find out about online research. Call 860-464-9912 for more information.

4. is advertising the spicebush viburnum as the plant of the week. If you want to see what that looks like, check out . While you’re at it, vote for Holdridge’s as your go-to florist.

5. was recently nominated and voted as the place . The restaurant will serve food to the public by reservation only but don’t be shy, they’d love your company. If you have eaten there, for out-of-towners considering the inn as getaway or for locals who want to treat someone to a nice dinner.