5 Things You Should Know Today - Mar. 6, 2012

The mercury is beginning an upward climb, and there are plenty of activities you can enjoy today. (Check our Events calendar for the full list.) Here's what else you should know:

1. The weather

The National Weather Service predicts a cloudy start, with gradual clearing and a high of around 49. It'll be breezy today, but the winds will die down tonight, as the temperature falls to around 44.

2.

Today is your last opportunity to enter our drawing for Detroit Symphony Orchestra tickets. Just visit our Places directory and find the names of three businesses, then list them in a comment on our contest article. But be sure to , for complete rules. 

3.

If you're interested in forming a team for this year's American Cancer Society Relay for Life fundraiser, drop by today at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and prizes will be given away. For more information, contact Felicia McMullen, 248-663-3435 or felicia.mcmullen@cancer.org, or visit relayforlife.org/farmingtonmi.

4. Farmington School Board meets tonight

Want to learn more about the district's International Baccalaureate program? School officials will hear an update tonight during their 7:30 p.m. meeting at the in Farmington. A complete agenda packet with supporting materials is attached to this post. 

5. Look ahead: at the library

Farmington Musicale presents March Musical Madness on Wednesday at 1 p.m., in the auditorium. The program features the musical quintet Sine Nomine performing familiar songs and favorite tunes. The concert is free, and no registration is required.