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5 Things to Know Today: Thursday, May 26

New movies are opening, more rain is on the way and you can make your pet the cutest pet in Westlake!

1) Two new sequels are opening at Regal Cinemas at Crocker Park today: "Kung Fu Panda 2" and "The Hangover II." Starring Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and Jackie Chan, "Kung Fu Panda 2" tells the animated tale of Po the Panda and his friends as they search for other pandas. "The Hangover Part II," starring Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis and Bradley Cooper, follows the gang as they head to Thailand for a wedding. For showtimes and tickets, visit their Fandango site.

2) Following last night's storm, the National Weather Service is predicting thunderstorms and rain continuing into the night with a high of 74 degrees. Experts are expecting between 1 to 2 inches of rain.

3) Take the long weekend to learn a new language! 's Mango Languages is an online service that can help you learn 33 languages from Hindi to Hebrew. Check it out and start an international journey here.

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4) The Westlake Historical Society is still accepting submissions for the Cutest Pet in Westlake contest. If you think your cat, dog, iguana, bird or other pet is best looking one around, send your photo to the historical society. Suggested donation for entry is $3. For full rules, visit the website.

5) Today is National Missing Childrens Day. To see missing children in Ohio, visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. To find out more on how to protect your kids, visit Operation Child Protect.

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