5 Things You Should Know Today—Aug. 24, 2011

A health fair, a town hall and a blood drive are all part of this busy Wednesday in Farmington and Farmington Hills. Here's what you should know:

1. The weather

An approaching cold front may bring another round of rain to southeast Michigan late this afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 89 and a low of 62 tonight, with a 50 percent chance of rain across the day.

2.

You've got another chance to give the gift of life today, at . The marching band is hosting a blood drive from 1-7 p.m. in the school's instrumental music room. For more information about donating, visit redcrossblood.org.

3.

State Rep. Vicki Barnett (D-Farmington Hills) will be the featured speaker at tonight's Farmington-Farmington Hills Optimist Club town hall meeting at . The free event includes a tour of City Hall at 6:30 p.m. and light refreshments. They ask that you RSVP to barrie@f2hoptimists.org.

4.

The Oakland Child Care Council’s Early Learning Center will present "Working with Families: Building Strong Relationships" tonight at the . Learn about positive open communication strategies and more at this 6:30 p.m. event. RSVP is requested; call 248-658-5506.

5.

If it's Wednesday, then the historic home of Michigan three-term Gov. Fred M. Warner on Grand River in Farmington is open with docent-led tours from 1-5 p.m.