5 Things You Should Know Today, April 17

1.  It will be mostly sunny today, with temperatures reaching a high near 85.

2.   Learn to make jewelry out of trash.  Take kids 9 years old and up to the New Port Richey  Public Library today to turn plastic bags and old newspapers and magazines into fashion accessories. Time: 4:00 pm–5:30 pm. Address: 5939 Main St, New Port Richey, FL

3. The New Port Richey City Council meets tonight at 7p.m. On the agenda is a discussion of an auditor’s report on the city’s financial situation. Spoilers: According to a memo, if the city doesn’t reach certain financial goals within about 24 months, the auditor is required by state law to notify the state authorities that the city has met at least one of the conditions qualifying it to file a “Statement of Determination of Financial Emergency.” 

4.  Mark your calendars: The continues its Third Wednesday Art series tomorrow. Carol Spicuglia, who works with clay and polymer, is the day’s featured guest. Time: 1 p.m. Cost $5.

5. Patch’s continues. Bring your donations to:

•  2852 Seven Springs Blvd., New Port Richey

• , 6231 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey, FL 34652
• ,  5840 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652 727-992-9859

Or you make a financial contribution to the drive directly on Feeding America Tampa Bay’s website. Just go to the donation page and look for the Give-A-Ton Food Drive option.