The Early Word: Pick the Paint for Pavilion Theater

1. Head to Central Library on Wednesday for a jazz-filled evening with guitar virtuoso Matt Munisteri. Swing dance lessons with Eve Polich kick off at 6:30 p.m., and the music starts at 7 p.m. Click here for more information.

2. Sean Casey Animal Rescue is nearing its goal of being able to buy a Kong toy for every dog at the shelter. Want to help out? Contribute to the fund here.

3. As part of its renovation—and —Pavilion Theater is asking for the public's help choosing its new paint colors. Have an opinion? Vote for you favorite color combo on the cinema's Facebook page.

4. Sweater weather is almost—almost—upon us, so join Argyle Yarn Shop for their free "Noro party" on Wednesday Aug. 1st from 6 to 9 p.m. Noro, for the uninitiated, refers to the Eisaku Noro Company, a Japanese manufacturer of color-transitioning yarn. In addition to knitting and crocheting fun, food, sangria and door prizes will also be on hand. RSVP at argyleyarnshop@gmail.com.

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect today.