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

1. Attend the Sharon Finance Committee meeting

The Sharon Finance Committee meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Sharon Town Offices.

2. Claim your listing on Sharon Patch

Businesses and community agencies are encouraged to claim their listings in Sharon Patch's Directory. Claiming a listing allows the owner to update the information and photos in it, better promoting the organization. Instructions on claiming a listing are found here.

3. Sew

The Sharon Adult Center and Council on Aging offers a sewing, knitting and embroidery group from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

4. Play Chess

The Sharon Adult Center and Council on Aging's Over 60 Men's Club sponsors an evening chess club from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Sharon Community Center.

5. Read 'Kavalier & Clay'

"The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" by Michael Chabon is the One Book One Town 2012: Sharon Reads Together selection.