5 Things You Should Know Today - Mar. 15, 2012

Take the umbrella with you today, and don't let the rain keep you from getting out and about in Farmington and Farmington Hills. Here's what you should know: 

1. The weather

There's a 50 percent chance we'll see thunderstorms today and tonight, but the temperatures will remain mild. The National Weather Service predicts a high around 72 and a low around 54. 

2.

Nominated this year in the category of Outstanding Blues Artist/Group in the Detroit Music Awards, this duo performs free at , starting at 7 p.m. While you're there, take a look at the photography of John Kapitan and local high school student Laura Meyer. 

3. Panel discussion on gifted students

is co-sponsoring a SPARClers Parent Series today at 7 p.m., at the . There will be a panel discussion on relationships between gifted students of different ages. Register by phone, 248-957-8200.

4. Look ahead:  

production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic musical opens Friday, 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 students and children. To learn more, call 248-476-8020 or visit mhsmi.org.

5. Look ahead:

While some may spend Saturday celebrating St. Patrick's Day, you can also celebrate Chinese culture during this event at  in Novi from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy Chinese music and dance performances, children's activities, food and Chinese arts and craft demonstrations. Admission is $5, parking is free.