1. It will be mostly sunny today with a high temperature of 88 °F. The overnight low is 62 °F and it will be partly cloudy, according to the National Weather Service.
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3. Tis’ the season to get your groove on! Back by popular demand, to a summer near you, it’s tie-dye madness. During this Fourth of July weekend, it’s hard not to notice the number of tie-dye wearers, vendors and enthusiasts of this great American pastime. If you want to ring out this Independence Day with some red, white and blue tie dye, visit these links for some clever tips:
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4. Summer camps, libraries and other organizations routinely offer tie-tye programs throughout the summer. Check with your local library or craft shop for opportunities to learn this craft. Also check out the Manchester location of A.C. Moore for their tie-dye class, which takes place on Saturday, July 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. Buy a shirt, and decorate it free!
Want to have a big tie-dye party? Then visit Michael’s Crafts for their party tips.
The following libraries are also offering tie-dye programs:
– July 20 – 10:30 a.m.
– July 13 – 1:30 p.m.
5. Would you rather not get your hands dirty? Then visit this Connecticut tie-dye artist at her Etsy site or visit Rainbow Kids online or at the following Connecticut locations during the summer:
Coventry Regional Farmers’ Market – July 17, August 7 & 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Springfield Farmers’ Market in Forest Park – July 5, 12:30 to 6 p.m.
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