Five Things You Need to Know Today: August 31

1. The All Island Tennis Championships to benefit begins today. All players are guaranteed at least 2 matches per event entered. Noon. For registration and more information, visit www.tennismv.com.

2. The Labor Day opens tonight at the in West Tisbury. 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. Festival continues on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am-5 pm.

3. There is a at tonight. With a guide, you will kayak on Sengekontacket Pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. $35 Members/$45Non-Members per person. For more information, call 508-627-4850

4. Tonight at Long Point Wildlife Refuge, there is a Not So Creepy Creatures of the Night Hike. The guided walking tour is recommended for ages five and up. Reservations required; space is limited. $10 for kids/$12 for nonmember kids, accompanying adults are free. 6:45 pm at the winter entrance of Long Point Wildlife Refuge in West Tisbury. For more information, call 508-693-7392.

5. Martin Sexton plays tonight. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 9 pm. For more information, visit dreamlandmv.com.