5 Things to Talk About at Workplace Water Coolers

1.) It's going to be a beautiful day today. The forecast calls for a high of 79 and sunny, with mostly clear skies tonight.

2.) On this day in our state's history, the 1862 mayor of St. Paul, John Prince, took his first train from the capital to Minneapolis. That railroad, the St. Paul and Pacific, became part of the Great Northern Railway, according to the Minnesota Historical Society.

3.) The Puppet Wagon is making its way through Eagan again today. The show is at 10 a.m. at Quarry Park. Call (651) 675-5511 for up-to-date information.

4.) Business networking group Southern Metro Area Referral Team at the Green Mill, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. They meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Dues are $5 per meeting.

5.) Days until government shutdown: three.