Five Things You Need to Know Today: Dec. 5

1. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website public meetings posted for today include the Board of Assessors at 7 p.m., Capital Expenditure Committee at 7:30 p.m., Historic District Committee at 7:30 p.m. and Wilson Mill Park Planning Committee at 7:30 p.m. 

2. Drop In Story Time: The Bedford Free Public Library will host Drop In Story Time in the library meeting room at 10:30 a.m. Stop by for stories, puppets and songs for kids of all ages. 

3. Missed the Selectmen?: Did you miss the Selectmen meeting Monday night? Check out our coverage to see which newly elected officials stopped by to talk about legislative priorities. 

4. Like Us On Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Bedford Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and continuing the conversation with the Bedford community.

5. Rainy Day, Clear Night: There is an 80 percent chance of rain Wednesday with a high of 53, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts a low of 24 Wednesday night.