Five Things You Need to Know Today: May 15

Five Things You Need to Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance.

1. This week, our Best of Patch Readers’ Choice Poll asks, what is the ? Vote for your favorite place, tell us why in the comments and then go to Patch Places and give your nominee a review.

2. This morning at the , Holly Bellebuono presents: . Learn about some of the best, safest and easiest herbs for a strong and healthy pregnancy, easy and abundant breast milk, and soothing herbs for baby’s digestive and skin needs. Learn how to combine them, and how to quickly create teas and other remedies with these herbs. FREE. 10 am. Childcare available based on pre-registration. For more information, call 508-693-7900 ext 283

3. in Vineyard Haven is offering today. Licensed Master Esthetician and certified makeup artist Kim Bowen will be here to talk with you regarding your Vineyard wedding, Certified laser technician Ellen Miller is going to be on site for laser, vein and pigment removal and esthetician, cosmetologist, and hair stylist Beth will also available to discuss your wedding day hairstyle. Free. 11:30 am

4. You can today by using your VIP card when dining in or picking up a to-go order at both locations all day! (If you don't have a VIP card just ask the friendly staff). You can also join your local volunteers at the location from 5 pm - 9pm for information on the organization, their work on Emergency Preparedness, and Health and Safety Classes.

5. The is hosting an Author Talk this evening: The golden age of harpooning swordfish lasted for much of the twentieth century. “Sword” follows Gideon McVey’s career from his teenage years until the 1990’s when longlining swordfish made the art of harpooning obsolete. Author Jack Lynch, Block Island summer resident, will also introduce us to Driver James, who uses a spotting plane in an attempt to compete with long liners.$8. 5:30 pm