5 Things You Need To Know: Aug. 20

Today is Monday, Aug. 20 and here are 5 things you need to know.

1. Massachusetts Farmers’ Market Week starts today with the 28th Annual Massachusetts Tomato Festival and Contest in Boston, where farmers from across the Commonwealth face off in categories such as field tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, heirloom varieties, weight, shape, color and taste. The contest will be judged by a panel of food writers, chefs, cookbook authors, produce experts and state officials. Last year’s contest drew more than 100 entries. Contest will be 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Boston's City Hall Plaza.

2. will take place today at 7:30 a.m.

3. Wish there was a cupcake drive-through on Route 1?

4. Contest ends tomorrow so make sure you upload and vote!

5. Weather: Highs will be near 78 degrees today and there is a slight chance of showers in the afternoon.

For more going on today, look at the events calendar.