Five Things You Need to Know Today: January 2

1. Today is a Federal holiday. That means all government offices, libraries and banks are closed and there will be no mail delivery.

2. The will be open for business as usual today. Folks who might need some food to feed themselves or their family should remember that the Pantry, located in the Stone Church in Vineyard Haven, just a block off Main St., is open to serve those in need, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, through mid-April, between the hours of 1:45 and 4 pm.

3. There is a Christmas Bird Count today from dawn to dusk, rain or shine. Make a list of the birds you see at your feeder that day and call between 1pm - 4 pm with your results. You could also choose to join a field team if you know how to use binoculars and have at least a beginning knowledge of birds.

4. There is a Community Supper tonight at in the Baylies Room of the in Edgartown. Free. All are welcome. 5 pm.

5. Registration is now open for the Fly Yoga’s 200 Hour Teacher Training on Martha’s Vineyard with Sherry Sidoti. For more information or to register, go to: http://flyyogamv.com