Five Things You Need to Know Today, Nov. 21

1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is calling for a mostly cloudy day, with a high near 48. Northeast wind 9 to 11 mph. On Wednesday night, it will be partly cloudy with a low around 36. Northeast wind 3 to 7 mph.

2. Fund-raising for Memorial Bridge Illumination: The Memorial Bridge Illumination Sub-Committee officially launched its on Tuesday at Kittery Town Hall so the new bridge can be lighted up at night. 

3. Vote for new Patch Facebook photo: Be sure to vote for your favorite photo that will serve as the new cover shot for Portsmouth Patch between now and Wednesday at 12 noon. The winner will receive a $50 gift card.

4. See what's closed on Turkey Day: According to city officials, all city offices, City Hall, recreational facilities, Portsmouth schools and the Portsmouth Public Library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. The Portsmouth schools will also be closed on Wednesday. For a complete breakdown of when some city facilities will reopen, check out our story.

5. Seacoast Area Firefighters Toy Bank: On Black Friday, the Seacoast Area Firefighters Toy Bank will kick off in front of Wal-Mart on Lafayette Road. Firefighters need your help to give some children a Merry Christmas and any donation of new toys and gift cards is welcome.