5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 6

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. Of Mice and Men is published on this day in 1937 by John Steinbeck. Pick up a copy at the —they have three copies available.

2. Come make Valentine's Day card for those in need in town at the at 4 p.m., at the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St.

3. On this day in Ronald Reagan was born in 1911. He would have a successful career as an actor before winning the presidency. Pick up Ronald Reagan : fate, freedom, and the making of history at the Shrewsbury Public Library.

4. Shrewsbury Health & Racquet Club's Facebook page offers advice and health tips. One of the latest ones is about the energy boost you can get from bananas.

5. Where will you be going on Valentine's Day? Do you have a favorite restaurant? Let us know in the comments.