5 Things You Need to Know Today: Dec. 9, 2011

Good morning, Silver Spring! Here are five things to know this Friday to help you keep up-to-date about what’s going on in the community:

1. Today should be mostly sunny with temperatures reaching a high near 50 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Later on this evening, the temperatures should drop to the low 30s.

Weekend Forecast:

This weekend should be sunny with low winds and temperatures in the low 40s throughout the day. In the evening, temperatures may drop to the low 30s.

2. If you missed it, we reported on the recent shooting at Virginia Tech and an alumnus who works in Silver Spring reflects on the incident.

3. Can't adopt a pet this holiday but still willing to donate? Montgomery County Animal Shelter welcomes you to spend a "Holiday with the Shelter Dogs." You can help the humane society volunteer dog walkers by making wish list donations through December 20.

4. Women, Wine and Art Making Workshops at the Create Arts Center. Enjoy time with the ladies of Silver Spring Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your bottle and the arts center will provide light refreshments. The cost is $30.

5. Coming up in Silver Spring Patch, activities to enjoy this weekend in our "Get Out: Weekend Activities in Downtown."