5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 12

Five Things You Should Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section.

1.) Nine Lives of Norton will hold a bake sale and raffle at 84 Hill St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All money raised will go toward the care of the cats. Anyone wishing to donate baked goods should call the shelter at 508-285-5159 or e-mail ninelivesofnorton@yahoo.com.

2.) Down-Town Business Association invites the community to a chocolate stroll along N. Main Street 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The stroll will start at Mansfield Music and Arts Society, 377 N. Main St., where you will be provided a list of participating businesses. In addition to Valentine treats, businesses may also offer things like free classes at Artiste. For more information, visit the Mansfield True Value’s website.

3.) Norton resident and musician Terri G. will perform at Union Congregational Church, 265 W. Britannia St., Taunton, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information call 410-322-8098, e-mail ernest_vermont@yahoo.com or visit the church website.

4.) School Committee member and Tri-Centennial volunteer Beth McManus is this week’s Norton Patch VIP of the Week. Tune in at 1 p.m. to read more about her.

5.) Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Norton Patch wants to know how you met your significant other. Send your story and photos to Kelly.Mello@Patch.com.