Five Things You Need To Know Today: October 26

1. As part of ’s Wednesday Cooking Demo series, Joe DaSilva of Saltwater Restaurant will be demonstrating recipes you can make at home. From 11 am – 1 pm. Free

2. Pulitzer-prize winning author Geraldine Brooks will kick off the of author talks at 5:30 pm at . Presented by the West Tisbury Library Foundation, Inc., this series of intimate evenings with noted authors will benefit the library’s capital campaign. Hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so early booking is advised. For more information, or to make reservations, call Carol Brush: 508-693-3489. Admission is $300 for the series of 3 event or $125.00 Per Event

3. Come to in Vineyard Haven for a Salsa Class for Beginners and Advanced beginners. Learn basic step variations, body position and posture (solo and with a partner), simple shines, and basic turns. Learn to do a solid Cross Body Lead (CBL) and lead/follow simple turns. Fun and open to everyone that wants to learn salsa. From 7 pm – 9 pm. $10

4. , will host a free Budget and Credit Workshop from 4 to 6pm. For more information or to register, please call 508-693-7900, ext. 206.

5. The will be hosting tea and conversation with , author of "Sissinghurst: An Unfinished History". Nicolson’s book covers the ongoing restoration of the gardens and sustainable farm at Sissinghurst Castle in Kent, UK. The will have copies of this title on hand for purchase, and the author will be available to sign copies. 4 pm. Free

About this column: A roundup of events, deadlines and other items happening today on Martha's Vineyard.