Toddler Play Time, Letters to Newtown and More

1. Indoor play time for toddlers: The murky skies and occasional snow are the surest signs yet that winter is upon us. For parents, that means a lot of time trying to find things for the kids to do. Fortunately, there are some options in town. A parent collective has started a Skip and Hop Co-Op at the First Congregational Church. The fun starts Thursday at 10 a.m..

2. Letters to Newtown: You may notice that the header on Milton Patch has changed. If you click on the image, we'll take you to the Newtown Patch site, where you can leave a note of support to the families there. It's our way of reaching out to the families as they deal with the shooting from a year ago.

3. Blog on Patch: You can always share your thoughts with the community on Patch. Starting a blog is easy! Click here to begin.

4. Weather: Don't let the sunny skies fool you, it's still cold. Expect a high temperature just above freezing today.