5 Things You Should Know Today — Aug. 18, 2011

Today, Farmington Hills Police and firefighters are battling for bragging rights, fans of fiber will be meeting, and music will drift across Heritage Park. But the weather might affect tonight's activities:

1. The weather

The National Weather Service forecasts a small chance of showers before 2 p.m. today, with partly sunny skies and a high around 82 degrees. Tonight's forecast calls for clear skies and comfortable sleeping weather with temperatures in the 60s.

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You can help meet the critical need for blood and blood products this summer — and have a little fun in the process — at today's "Battle of the Badges" blood drive. Starting at 8 a.m. at the , you may donate blood and cast a vote for either the or the . Bragging rights are at stake, as the Fire Department aims to hold onto the 2010 title. Details are in .

3. Fiber fans, unite!

If you're an avid fan of knitting, crocheting or other needlecraft, check out two groups meeting today:

• Fiber Fans — For knitters of all experience levels, group members share helpful tips and exchange yarn. The group meets at 6 p.m. today at the .
• Stitch-n-Bitch — hosts this group that's not just for knitters. Whether you use a hook or a needle, you're welcome to share conversation in a cozy atmosphere, starting at 6 p.m.

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If you're looking for a unique experience, Farmington Hills resident Elaine Grohman will be doing angel readings tonight at the . The event starts at 7 p.m.; .

5. and

You probably know Devin Scillian as a television news anchor for WDIV, Channel 4, but he's also an accomplished author and country music performer. At 7 tonight, he's playing with Arizona Son at Stars in the Park, a free Thursday night concert series in . Rain location for the concert is the on 11 Mile Road. Also at 7 p.m., is the featured performer at in downtown Farmington.