Five Things You Need to Know Today: November 9

1. Tonight is the at the . Parents of high school freshman are invited to meet, mingle and enjoy a delicious meal while your kids enjoy the . Sponsored by the Youth Task Force, YMCA and MVRHS. Please reserve your space via email by sending your name and contact info to info@mvyouthtaskforce.org. Please include the name(s) and age(s) of any child(ren) that will be utilizing the YMCA during the social. In the MVRHS Culinary Arts Dining Room. 6 pm - 8 pm. FREE

2. Come to today and see the fine art of making Ginger People Cookies. 11 am. Free

3. The is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 2 to 4 p.m.

For people coming more than once, please bring a letter of reference, written on letterhead, from clergy, medical staff, health care access or employer stating need from the Pantry. This letter will allow you to come every two weeks. Christ United Methodist Church, Vineyard Haven. FREE

4. is a class for everyone who is interested in watercolor, but has doubts about their ability  - or for those who want to deepen their experience using watercolors. No drawing required...so fear not. Call for supply list - most items available at a discount. Advance registration is requested. 12:30 pm. $50

5. It’s for the entire family today at the . Kids start the fun with Wii workouts led by Elyce Bonnell from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Then Adults take it over from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm. Prepare to jump, dance and laugh your way through. No registration needed for either event; just show up in comfortable clothing. Call the library for more details.