5 Things You Need to Know Today: Sep. 7

1. Be sure to stop by the downtown area on Saturday for , where entertainment for the whole family will be taking over the common. The event starts at 11 a.m.

2. But before Natick Days starts, check out the , also on the common. Fresh fruit, organic meats and artisan breads will all be for sale starting at 9 a.m.

3. Multiple families will be joining forces on Saturday to bring in money for the Jimmy Fund. All proceeds from a , which starts at 9 a.m. at 9 Oak Knoll Rd., will benefit the Jimmy Fund. 

4. Hockey season is quickly approaching, and the are offering a chance for to pick up some equipment before the season gets underway. A skate and equipment swap runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during Natick Days. 

5. We have received some great news tips over twitter in the past week. Follow us at @natickpatch to get all the latest news and join our twitter community.