5 Things You Should Know Today - May 10, 2012

The weather should be perfect for tonight's Governor Warner Mansion Porch Party, or any other outdoor activity you have planned. Here's what else you should know: 

1. The weather

While skies should remain sunny, winds may gust up to 20 miles per hour today. The National Weather Service predicts a high around 64, with a low tonight around 44. 

2. Farmington Hills Planning Commission 

Among the items considered during tonight's meeting is the splitting into four parcels of a city-owned property on Rensselaer. Officials are selling a portion of the property to a c there this summer. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. at ; the full agenda is in a PDF attached to this post. 

3.

This week's inaugural porch party starts a little early – at 6 p.m. Hot dogs and chips will be available for sale; your $5 admission gets you a beverage and dessert. Enjoy croquet on the lawn or conversation on the porch of , located on Grand River west of Farmington Road in Farmington.

4. Look ahead:

You have just two more weekends to catch this gleefully gruesome musical, now on stage at the . Tickets are $18, with discounts for seniors and students. Order on-line at farmingtonplayers.org. 

5. Look ahead:

“Toys to Teens and Everything in Between,” features talented skaters, great entertainment, and fun music Friday, 7 p.m., and Saturday, 4 p.m., at the . Skating Club members, Fantasia Synchronized Teams, and Learn-to-Skate students will all perform. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors.