Five Things You Need to Know Today, September 13

1.  Weather: The National Weather Service predicts a warm sunny day with a high of 81. The evening will be clear and cool off to about 62 degrees.

2.  Author Talk with Thomas J. Foley and Moderator Dick Lehr: Thomas J. Foley, author of “Most Wanted” talks about the capture of James “Whitey” Bulger at the BPL from 6 to 7 p.m. for free.  

3.  BPL “Get Carded” Campaign: The BPL launched “Get Carded” campaign, combining the Library Card in action via Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #BPLgetcarded.  

4.  Connecting for Justice: Meet like-minded progressives at the Lir Irish Pub on Boylston Street from 6 to 9 p.m.. Cost of this event is $5 to $20 cash.

5.  No Room For Wishing: Compiled from interviews and live audio recordings from the occupation of Dewey Square in 2011. This event starts at 7:30 p.m.. Admission is $25, groups 10 or more: $15 at the BCA Plaza Black Box Theater.