Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 7

1. begins today. All perennials, pottery and trees and shrubs are 30% off. Roses and Buddleias are 50% off. Hats and all bird feeders and houses are 25% off. More things going on sale as season continues. Check in with the nursery for updated sale items. For more information, call 508-693-8511

2. Today is a . No carpentry experience required, just a willingness to learn, and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Please dress appropriate to weather conditions and construction work. Students ages 14-16 may volunteer accompanied by parent or guardian and 16-18 may volunteer independently with parent or guardian’s written permission. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. For more information visit www.­habitatmv.­org or call 508.696.4646.

3. Mother Goose is on the Loose today at the . Stories and songs for ages newborn to three. 10:30 am. For more information, call 508-693-3366.

4. There is a tonight at in Chilmark. Sit around a campfire, roast some marshmallows, do some stargazing, and take a listening and smelling tour of the farm at night. Suggested donation: $5/person, $10/family. 7 pm – 10 pm.

5. in Vineyard Haven is holding a this evening. Designed to help you unwind from the work week, this class is like your happy hour cocktail. Suitable for absolute beginners through experienced practitioners. $17. 6 pm – 7:15 pm.