Five Things You Need to Know in Mansfield for Sept. 8

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1. Expect showers today with a high nearing 66. This evening will be cloudy with a chance of some scattered showers and a low of 62.

2. The Mansfield Public Library is hosting a for kids ages 2-5 from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. this morning. This is a short school-themed story time, followed by some crafts to celebrate the beginning of the school season.

3. The Hornets girls varsity field hockey team, girls varsity cross country and boys varsity cross country teams all compete at home this afternoon.

4. continues for Mansfield public schools today. For the full 2011-2012 school calendar, click here.

5.Borderland State Park is holding a three to four mile . Dress for the weather and don't forget the water and bug spray. This hike is for adults and older children. Hike begins at 9 a.m. and is expected to go until 10:30 a.m.