Here are a few things worth knowing on Monday, July 7, 2012:

Weather: The heat wave continues. Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 82 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. 

Business:  Today is the last day to nominate a business for our Summer 2012 Best of Readers' Choice contest. There are still a few categories missing nominations. Make sure your favorite business gets into the contest! Best Pizza, Best Burger, Best Coffee, Best Bar Food, Best Hot Dog, Best Beer List, Best Convenience Store, Best Takeout Spot, Best Family Restaurant, Best Seafood, Best Asian Restaurant, Best Latin Restaurant, Best Italian Restaurant, Best Comfort Food, Best Overall Restaurant, Best Romatic Restaurant, Best Place for a Night Out, Best Live Music, Best Kids Store, Best Store for Women's Clothing, Best Dry Cleaners, Best Nail Salon, Best Workout Spot, Best Mechanic, Best Pet Shop, Best Gift Store, Best Jewelry Store, Best Antiques Shop, Best Consignment Boutique, Best Kids Classes. 

Children's camps: If you're looking for activities for your kids this week, check out the list of summer camps offered here in town in our events calendar. There's a Rising Stars Broadway Camp, a Free summer bully program, a Disney Dance Camp, and more. If you own a business that is hosting its own camp here in Wakefield, add it to our listings. 

Community: Have you shared your Wakefield 4th of July photos in our photo gallery yet? Share yours and browse through your neighbors, too! Click here to visit the photo gallery. 

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