5 Things You Need to Know Today: March 14

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. We love hearing from our readers and letting us know what they think of local businesses. What do you think of Dean Park Pizza? Click the link and  and let us know your favorite dish.

2. The library meeting almost came to blows on Monday night between the supporters and opponents. What do you think of the proposed project? Let us know in the comments of this article. Are you for it? Or do you think this isn't the time and it's too large of a project?

3. The School Committee will meet tonight at 8 to discuss the proposed cuts and layoffs for the school department at the town hall.

4. State Rep. Matt Beaton will hold office hours from 6 to 7 p.m. at the .

5. Upload your community events on Shrewsbury Patch. You can also upload announcements and photos.