5 Things You Need to Know Today: April 20

It's Wednesday, hump day! Grab your cup of joe and let's get to the five things you need to know to stay up-to-date about what’s going on in the community. Who knows, it may even help your day go by faster!

1. Although there is a 40 percent chance of rain sunshine is in the forecast as well. You may be able to get that morning walk in before it starts to pour down during the rest of the day.

2.  Talk about books at the Long Branch Library at 2 p.m. today. As I lay dying by William Faulkner is this month's selection.

3. Coming up in Silver Spring Patch, the Downtown Deal brings you some more coupons to keep you saving. Missed yesterday's deal? There is still more time to print the coupon for Fenwick Beer and Wine.

4. Haven't signed up for our Patch's new ? Silver Spring Patch is now even easier to read with community news, local events and business listings at your fingertips. To download it, search "Patch" in the App Store. Check out the iTunes preview!

5. Looking for a Happy hour? Whiskey Wednesday at the Quarry House is a hit.