5 Things You Should Know Today - Dec. 7, 2011

Among other things, today is the 70th anniversary of the "day that will live in infamy":

1. The weather

The National Weather Service predicts a mostly sunny day, with wind gusts up to 20 miles per hour and a high of 39. Skies grow cloudy tonight, as the mercury dips to 26. 

2. Pearl Harbor anniversary

Hard to believe, but 70 years ago today, more than 2,300 Americans died when Japan attacked the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor, in what was then the territory of Hawaii. The attack led the U.S. Congress to declare war on Japan and enter World War II, according to information provided on the the Library of Congress American Memory website. If you know a World War II veteran, remember to thank him or her today. 

3.

Tonight and tomorrow night, you can make-and-take your own gingerbread house at the in Farmington Hills. The homes are baked in advance, and you get to have all the fun of decorating it. All materials are provided in the $24 per family cost (non-residents, $29). Children over the age of 5 are welcome to attend. You need to pre-register; call 248-473-1800.

4.

This free motivational video screening, hosted by Together for Accelerated Learners, starts at 6:30 p.m. today, at the . Wear your pajamas, and enjoy popcorn and hot chocolate. For more information, visit farmingtontal.wordpress.com

5. Look ahead: at

The downtown Farmington cafe on Thursday hosts Farmington's own Delta Twins, with their "blues/Americana/rock for the soul" sound, as well as some music for the holiday season. Admission is free; the music starts at 7 p.m.