Five Things You Need To Know Today, November 8

Five Things You Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section.

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Here are five things you need to know:

1. Spring-like: Today might be warm enough where you can wear shorts one more day. According to the National Weather Service, the high for Tuesday will be 71 degrees. It should be mostly sunny throughout the day. By Tuesday night temperatures are expected to drop to 42 degrees.
2. Toys for Tots: in Winchester is accepting items for . Members of the community can drop off a new, unwrapped toy in collection boxes at:Get In Shape For Women, 564 Main Street
3. Visiting author: will speak at the on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. Olmsted is the man behind some of America's most iconic public spaces.  Come and hear about this landscape architect and reformer, journalist and conservationist. This program is free and open to the public.
4. Blues Jam: From 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. the will be hosting its . It’s open to adults and teens, all instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome. Amps, pianos, drums, PA system provided. This event is held regularly on the second Tuesday of each month. The cost is $7 for participants, and free to spectators. This event is open to the public. For more information, check out www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950
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To find out what is going on today in Winchester, check out our events listings.