"Five Things You Need To Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance.

1. Learn about HUGS

The HUGS (Help Us Get Safe) Sharon board meets at 7 p.m. at the Sharon Housing Authority.

2. Enjoy a bagel and a story

A PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Group will be offered from 9:30 to 11 a.m. every Wednesday at Temple Sinai of Sharon.

Grab a bagel, hear a story and meet other parents while your children socialize. The sessions are ongoing except for school vacations. The sessions are geared for children ages 0 to 5 years, with an adult. The program is free and open to the community.

3. Support the Sharon High School swimming teams

The Sharon High School boys and girls swimming teams host North Attleboro at 5 p.m. at Randolph.

4. View an art exhibit

"Merging Paths" is at the Lakeside Gallery at the Sharon Adult Center and Council on Aging. The gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; Thursday until 8 p.m.; Friday until noon; and other evenings by appointment. For more information, call the Sharon Adult Center at 781-784-8000.