5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 2, 2012

Good morning, Silver Spring! Here are five things to know this Monday to help you keep up-to-date about what’s going on in the community:

1. Expect sunny skies with temperatures in the low 40s, according to the National Weather Service. Later on tonight, it should be mostly cloudy, with temperatures in the low 20s.

2. When you head to the grocery store, take your reusable bags with you. The Montgomery County bag tax law went into effect January 1.

3. Get ready to take the kids to the White House Easter Egg Roll this year. The tickets are distributed through a lottery. 

4. Looking for a happy hour in Silver Spring? Try Fire Station-1 with 50-cent wings and half price on drinks.

5. Check out upcoming acts at the Fillmore Silver Spring. Widespread Panic have already sold-out the venue for their January 24 and 25 performances.

HAPPENINGS AROUND TOWN:

Pacci's Pizzeria is hosting a customer appreciation event this week! More on Silver Spring Patch Facebook.