Saturday, Feb. 5: See the Stars, Discuss a Book and Volunteer

If it's snowing as you read this, wait a bit and that precipitation should turn to rain after 9 a.m. as temperatures climb to a high of 39 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Some snow may fall between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m., so be careful if you hit the town tonight.

Here are some things to look forward to today:

1. Too cold to get outside to watch the stars? The Robert J. Novins Planetarium at the Ocean County College has the answer. Wonders of the Sky will be shown at 7 p.m., followed by Bad Astronomy: Myths and Misconceptions at 8:15 p.m. Tickets for the shows, which runs about an hour, are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $7 for children 12 and under and OCC students. Call 732-255-0343 for more information.

2. The daughter of author Richard Powell, Dorothy Quigley, will present Follow that Dream at the Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library. Quigley will speak about her father's book, "Pioneer, Go Home!" and present the movie adaptation starring Elvis Presley. Elvis tribute band The Roustabouts will also perform. The program runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 732-657-7600 for more information.

3. Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools will hold a demonstration of their programs today. Stop by the Community Connection in the Ocean County Mall from 1-4 p.m. to learn more about what each school has to offer.

4. Need to get out of the house? Hemingway's Cafe, 612 Boulevard, Seaside Heights, hosts their Hottest Dance Party Down the Shore tonight. There is no cover before 11 p.m. and music is by DJ BTK and DJ Teo. Call 732-830-1256 for more information.

5. Want to help out in the community? The Ocean County Mentoring Program would like adult volunteers to work with boys and girls ages 8 to 11. The program coordinator will be available to discuss the details at the Ocean County Connection in the Ocean County Mall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.