Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 21

Five Things You Need to Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance.

1. Take a with a naturalist today on Sengekontacket Pond. All trips focus on the natural history of saltwater communities found on Martha’s Vineyard. Must be 11 or older to paddle accompanied by an adult $30 members/$40 non-members. Registration required. 9:30 am–11:30 am. For more information, call 508-627-4850

2. The Fabulists perform theater for kids today at the in Vineyard Haven. $10 for adults, $5 for children (children under two are free). 10 am. For more information, call 508-696-6300.

3. ’s takes place this evening. Party 'til the cows come home under a  tent and enjoy an amazing meal featuring TFI's meat & produce prepared by Buckley's Gourmet Catering.  Music by Johnny Hoy & the Bluefish will have even the weediest wallflowers kicking up their heels. Discover the joy of summer programs exploring our Farm-o-Ramas, bid on amazing silent auction items and win one of our fabulous raffle packages. Tickets are $225 and Sponsorships start at $1000. 5 pm. For tickets, sponsorships or to donate auction items please contact Chrissy at 508-627-7007 x101

4. The Portuguese Festival of the Holy Ghost takes place tonight at the in Oak Bluffs. There will be traditional Portuguese food, music, and fun. 5 pm. For more information, call 508-693-9875.

5. This evening at in Oak Bluffs, Jim Thomas and the US Slave Song Project present an evening of celebration, history, and song. Join the Jim Thomas Spirituals Choir along with featured artists vocalist Christina Montoya and organist Lavert Stuart. $15 and may be purchased online at ticketsmv.com or at the door. 7 pm. For more information, visit http://­www.­us-­slave­songs.­org/­