Five Things You Need to Know Today: March 19

1.  Patchy, yet romantic fog before 10 a.m., otherwise mostly sunny in Canton with a high near 65. The March wind is a summer breeze from the Southwest between 7 and 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

2.  Born on this day in history:  Philip Roth in 1933, actress Glenn Close 1947, actor Bruce Willis 1955 and playwright Neil LaBute 1963.

 3. Public Notice from the Town of Canton: The will begin its spring hydrant flushing program today and continue for five weeks through the week of April 16. Flusing will occur between the hours of 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm, Mon. though Thurs. The water might be discoloured. If you have any questions, please call 781-821-5017.

4.  Candidates Night is tonight at 7 pm at the sponsored by the Blue Hills Civic Association. Come and meet the candidates, ask questions and listen to what they have to say.

5.  If you are the parent of a pre-school-age child, join Learning through Play, Canton Public Library, from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Free program for pre-school age children. Register at the Junior Room desk .Funded by the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care.