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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 4

There's a Pinewood Derby in Marlborough this weekend, and someone is on their way to pick up your Christmas tree.

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1.  will host the annual Hudson Cub Scout Pack #3’s Pinewood Derby Saturday, Jan. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m.

2. Marlborough resident and financial planner John Lian has recently earned New England Financial’s Leaders level of recognition—an honor those who exemplify the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and customer service across the company.

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3. It's time to order yourself a 2012 yearbook. As of Jan. 1, the cost of a book is $75. Follow the link to locate an order form. 

4. The Marlborough will begin picking up your discarded Christmas trees next week. Follow the link to get the details, and we'll make a separate post on this later this morning on Patch. 

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5. Solve this Marlborough anagram in the comment field: MACHEIZS (business)

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