3 Things You Need to Know Today, Dec. 2

Today is Thursday, Dec. 2. Here are three things you need to know today.

1. Network, holiday style

The Charlestown Business Association is hosting its annual holiday party tonight at in City Square. If you're already a member of the association, the event is free. If not, you're still welcome, but admission is $15 at the door. There will be snacks, a cash bar and lots of mingling. Party starts at 6 p.m.

2. If you happen to be downtown…

There's a , also starting at 6 p.m. The event is billed as the annual tree lighting, but it's also boasting quite a lineup of performances this year, including The Radio City Rockettes, 2006 American Idol runner-up Katherine McPhee, singer Patti Austin, the Pops Gospel Choir and more. The event is free.

3. And if you're in a more of a 'neighborhood development' mood

The Development Committee of the Charlestown Neighborhood Council is hosting a to discuss a proposal that would . Owner Vahid Nickpour is hoping to add storefront space to the property and two floors of high-end residential units. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus.

For more information on what's happening around the neighborhood, visit our events calendar.