Gun Control Laws, Story Hour and the Number of the Day

It’s Tuesday, Oct. 1. Here are five things you need to know. Tell us what we need to know on the Patch message board!

1. Today: Bring your child in to Chinn Park Regional Library at 13065 Chinn Park Drive at 10:30 a.m. for a story hour, with stories, songs and finger plays. Kids ages 2 to 6 welcome. Caregiver must be present. Free, no registration required.

2. You Said It: “America is numb to all deaths. Why such an issue with gun deaths?" Reader commenting on an article about gun control laws after the Navy Yard shooting.

3. ICYMI: Occoquan welcomes thousands of visitors to town for the Occoquan Fall Arts and Crafts show.

4. Number of the Day: 15. That’s how many days voters have to register before this year's elections. Today is Northern Virginia Voter Registration Day.

5. Weather Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 80 degrees.