5 Things You Need to Know Today: August 24

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today:

1. Grab Your Shades: According to the National Weather Service, today is expected to be a beautiful beach day! There will be mostly sunny skies with a high near 80 degrees. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 70 degrees. 

2. Shakin' Up: Yesterday's earthquake was felt all over the east coast including right here in Rumson and Fair Haven. Click to read people's comments about what they felt in R-FH. Click to see a photo gallery and read about people's experiences over in Sea Bright at the beach. Felt unprepared yesterday? Click to read what to do in case another earthquake strikes.

3. Pens and Paws: After appearing on the NJ News 12 show The Pet Shop, author Allie Larkin continued her book tour with a stop at  in Fair Haven. During the signing, she was joined by Libby Cook and some of her rescued pets from Mostly Shepherds, the non-profit organization devoted to finding good homes for German Shepherds and other pets from shelters. Click to see photos and read more about this event.

4. Fresh Meat: News students will be heading to for their orientation today. With school right around the corner, the students will be getting comfortable with the building, meeting their future classmates and getting ready for their first day of high school on September 6. 

5. Almost Fair: Excitement is building for the annual Fair Haven Fireman's Fair. As you drive down River Rd. it is clear from the colorful rides and games that the opening is just days away. Stay tuned to Patch for coverage of the fair each night including what to expect, a look back at fair's past and great photo galleries. If there is something you would like to see about the fair, e-mail noel.aliseo@patch.com.