Winter Chill, Bake Cookies Wednesday in South 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? Check out Patch's traffic report. Visit whenever you're heading out on the road for live traffic updates any time of the day.

4. Need to fill 'er up before you head out? Check out our map of the cheapest gas prices in and around South Brunswick to help you save a few bucks.