Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. According to the National Weather Service, today will be another beautiful day with partly sunny skies and a high of 62.

2. Attention writers! The Mighty Pen Writer's Group will be meeting at the Story Hour Room at the Marlborough Library from 4:30-5:30p.m. This monthly writer's group will teach you how to write better and share your ideas.

3. Seniors are invited to join Tammy for "Make and Take" crafts at 2:00 p.m. at the Senior Center, 250 Main Street.

4. Welly's Restaurant, 153 Main Street, is offering 10% off lunch dine-in orders for Marlbrorugh businesses. Come with your valid Company ID or business card and enjoy this special offer.

5. The Post Road Art Center announces their December juried art show: Miniature Show 2011. Artists are invited to submit up to 2 pieces in any medium, not to exceed 11”x14”, frame included, or for 3-D, 11" diameter x 14". Work must be for sale and may be dropped-off through December 1. Cash prizes for 1^st ($75), 2^nd ($50), 3^rd ($25), and People's Choice ($50) will be awarded. The show opens on December 8 and runs through December 28.