Winter Chill, Bake Cookies Wednesday in East Brunswick

The snow has moved out but it left behind the cold winter air as we head into the middle of the week.

Escape the pre-holiday doldrums and frigid temperatures with one of the most cherished holiday traditions, or any day traditions, baking cookies. Dec. 18 is National Bake Cookies Day, which serves as a reminder to bake holiday cookies, like anyone needs a reminder.

Here's what else is going on in town today.

1. Today's forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high of 35 degrees with winds between 10 and 20 mph. Overnight the temperature will drop to the low 20's.

2. Bake Cookies Day was designed to bring friends and families together for cookie baking parties, according to Holiday Insights. So get to the store and grab everything you need for holiday cookies goodness. Click here for a list of local businesses where you can get your supplies.

3. Are you a commuter? Keep tabs on local traffic in real-time to choose your best route to the office.

4. Do you need to fill up your gas tank when you head out? Use our Mapquest widget to compare the lowest prices in the East Brunswick area.