5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 22

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. Stop by Toddler Time at 10:30 a.m. at the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St. Enjoy a story, a craft and hanging out with other parents.

2. Happy Birthday to George Washington. Not only was he the first president, but he also taught us not to tell a lie. He would be 280 years old today.

3. Author John Hench will visit the Shrewsbury Public Library at 6 p.m. tonight, 609 Main St. He wrote Books as weapons: propaganda, publishing, and the battle for global markets in the era of World War II.

4. Learn more about Senior Fitness and Nutrition at the Shrewsbury Senior Center, at 9:30 a.m. at 98 Maple Ave.

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