Five Things: Crime Update, Book Discussion

1. We're in for a rainy week, starting with today's forecast of cloudy skies and scattered showers. Temperatures in the low 50s.

2. A stabbing Sunday morning killed a man in his late 20s. The incident, which took place outside Boston Medical Center on Mass Ave., remains under investigation. Read our coverage here.

3. On Wednesday, United South End Settlements will host a discussion session exploring race and diversity in relation to LBGT history and culture at the Harriet Tubman House on Columbus Ave. Stop by at 6 p.m. for the event, which also features the introduction of Michael Bronski's A Queer History of the United States and a discussion panel moderated by Pat Gozemba, writer, photographer, and videographer. RSVP by phone at (617) 375-8108 or by email to ccoady@uses.org

4. Yes, we're in the South End, but the Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill is a sight to behold. The price is $30 in advance and $35 the day of the tour, which is all day Thursday, May 19, rain or shine. Come see some of the Hill's hidden emeralds and buy your ticket before they sell out.

5. Missing in action last week? Get up to speed on South End news with our Week in Review.