5 Things You Need to Know Today: March 8

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. The weather will be beautiful today with highs in the low 60s. Most of the snow is sure to melt in your yard. Get outside and take a walk and enjoy the spring weather.

2.  has been scheduled for 9:15 a.m. at the , 105 Millbury St.

3. Grab your cowboy boots and poodle skirts because  is starting at 6:30 p.m. at the , 30 Providence Rd.

4. It's International Women's Day today, which is a day to honor working women throughout the world. It dates back to the early 1900s when unions and women socialists celebrated the rights of women in the workplace.

5. The second Thursday in March is also Popcorn Lover's Day. What's your favorite flavor of popcorn? There's something about movie popcorn with butter that makes my mouth water. Let us know in the comments.