5 Things You Need to Know Today: August 18

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

1. Don't Forget an Umbrella: According to the National Weather Service, today will be mostly cloudy with a high near 84 degrees. Grab an umbrella because there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Some of the storms could produce small hail, gusty winds, and heavy rain. There will be a southwest wind between 3 and 11 mph. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low around 71 degrees and a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. There will be a south wind around 9 mph. 

2. Movin' On Up: Fair Winds is a family-run deli in Fair Haven. On August 4th, Fair Winds opened its new location at 798 River Road. Previously, the deli was located at 770 River Road in a smaller store. They may have a new location, but they have the same great food and family atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more. Click to read more about the deli and their move.

3. Meeting Notes: At the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Board of Education meeting Tuesday night, the members discussed a variety of topics including their new anti-bullying program, new concussion prevention program and teacher evaluations. Click to read the notes from this meeting.

4. Family Vaca: Looking to book a last minute summer trip that doesn’t require too long a drive, and doesn’t require airfare, as flying would significantly jack up the price of our vacation. A local Patch mom has done some research and has come up with a list of good suggestions for a family get away that is only a drive away. Click to see what she came up with.

5. Lobster Larry: David Burke  in Rumson is hosting the 90.5 The Night Singer Songwriter series on Thursdays through the month of August. Hear your favorite Jersey Shore musicians, beginning 7 p.m. in the bar. Enjoy your favorite cocktail, refreshing homemade iced teas, and a three-course Lobster Larry, served in a personal lobster pail with appetizer and dessert for $39.00 per person. Reservations recommended: 732-842-8088.