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Five Things You Need to Know Today, Feb. 16

Get today's forecast, learn about henna body art and register for Arlington Alerts.

 

1. Weather: Expect a partly cloudy Thursday with high temperatures reaching near 47 with an overnight low of 36.

2. Henna Body Art: If you’re interested in the art of Henna Body Art, stop by a workshop for adults and teens at 6 p.m. at Artbeat on Massachusetts Avenue. There, you can get basic techniques for applying henna to your hands and arms, along with pattern ideas. 

3. Arlington Alerts: Town officials are encouraging residents to register for Arlington Alerts, a new emergency communication system that will replace the current reverse 911 program. Here's some more information.

4. Claim your Patch listing: Are you a business owner in Arlington looking for more ways to connect with local customers? Take a minute to watch this video and find out how to do just that. It's free and it takes only five steps.

5. This day in history: On this day in 1923, in Thebes, Egypt, English archaeologist Howard Carter enters the sealed burial chamber of the ancient Egyptian ruler King Tutankhamen.

About this column: A roundup of events taking place today in Arlington. Related Topics: Arlington Alerts, Artbeat, and Five Things

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