5 Things You Need to Know Today: May 9

Good morning, Potomac! Welcome a new week by reading the five things you will need to know today to stay informed about what’s going on in the community.

1. You couldn’t ask for a nicer spring day! It’s going to be mostly sunny with a high near 74 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. This evening will be clear with a low around 45 degrees. What are your plans for this lovely day?

2. The kids need to have a little fun, too! Why not take them to see at Imagination Stage in Bethesda? At 1:30 p.m. everyone’s favorite hippos come to life, based on the George and Martha books by James Marshall. The show is a great option for the family and children older than 3 years old.

3. Are you looking for a good deal or ways to save some of your hard-earned dough? Come back to Potomac Patch around noon for a list of some of the week’s great bargains in the area including a deal at White House | Black Market at Westfield Montgomery Mall.

4. If you’re looking for a little Italian flavor, try the tonight for it’s . The restaurant is offering a choice of salad along with a choice of a number of Italian dishes, like spaghetti bolognese, orechiette with sausage and shrimp parmesan.

5. Alright, Potomac, we need your help! Know a great kid who made Eagle Scout or organized a neighborhood cleanup? They may be our next . Potomac Patch is going to be spotlighting an outstanding kid in the community each week, so submit your nominations to sarahbeth@patch.com to possibly have them featured on the site.