5 Things You Need to Know Today: Nov. 22

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

1. Grab Your Umbrella: Today will be rainy with a high near 52 degrees and an east wind around 11 mph. Tonight the rain continues and some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. There will be a low around 50 degrees and an east wind between 10 and 16 mph.

2. Meet of Champions: The Lady Bulldogs of the  cross country program claimed the ultimate title in the high school running world and brought home a state championship. On Saturday, November 19, 2011, in Holmdel Park, New Jersey the RFH Girls cross country team finished in first place to win the NJSIAA Meet of Champions. Click to see photos and read about the race.

3. Are We There Yet? Thanksgiving is three days away. This means traveling to see family and friends for the holiday. Traveling with the family is fun, but it's important to be prepared. Since the Holiday Season is upon us, Patch Blogger , owner of a Goddard School, gives some tips and advice for parents to consider before they travel with their young ones. Click to read.

4. Gift of Giving: We know how it goes. You want to help the hungry and the lonely on Thanksgiving but with work and trying to take care of your own family, before you know it, it's the week of Thanksgiving and you haven't done what you'd hoped you would. Patch wants you to know there is still time to give of your time, money and turkeys. Click to check out a round-up of what's happening around the county and how you can give this holiday.

5. Give Thanks: There’s always something to be thankful for. With Thanksgiving nearly upon us, area residents stopped to talk with Patch about the things in their lives that make them thankful. Everything from good health, to family, and even being able to maintain a job in this tough economy was offered as an answer. Click to see what your neighbors said or offer a little thanks of your own.