5 Things You Need to Know Today: March 10th

Here is a list of information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today:

1. Bad Hair Day: Don't forget the umbrella when you leave the house today. The National Weather Service says there will be heavy rain and some wind throughout the day and into the night. Highs will reach around 48 degrees with the low not to far at 44.

2. Hoops Give Hope: The Rumson Country Day School is hosting their annual . This yearly fundraiser is a two-day basketball tournament held on March 11th and 12th. The proceeds of the event go directly to funding the summer program for the children, who are mostly from neighboring Red Bank. Rally a couple of friends together to play and enter for a fun weekend for a good cause. Age brackets for the tournament range from 6th graders the the 40+ group.

3. No Smoking in Rumson Parks: At, members unanimously approved an ordinance to prohibit smoking in Rumson parks. Following New York Mayor Bloomberg’s motion last month, Mayor John E. Ekdahl stated fines would be established for violators. The ordinance was suggested by a Rumson student in a “well-written letter,” which Mayor Ekdahl took to heart.

4. A Spin on What's Cool: Most moms still think they’ve got their finger on the pulse of the younger generation. So imagine the surprise when one Patch mom finds herself fairly offended in a spin class and becomes genuinely worried about the lyrics of today’s most popular songs on the radio. Come read and  join in the conversation here on Patch.

5. Restaurant Month is here! The following are the specials featured at for Thursdays throughout the month;

• David Burke Fromagerie 3-course Prix Fixe Dinner Menu, just $35
• Murray MacGregor's Publik House Happy Hour prices till 6:00 p.m. 
• Salt Creek Grille  $2 Off House Martinis and 3 course pre-fixe menu
• Undici ½ Off Wines by the Glass, over 30 wines by the glass
• Val’s Tavern and Restaurant Rib Night Thursdays: Prime Rib, Short Rib or Baby Back Ribs for $15. Over at the bar it is Guys Night featuring $2 Domestic Drafts, $3 Imported Drafts, $4 Guinness starting at 8:00 p.m.
• What's Your Beef  ½ Off House Wines by the Glass and Draft Beer