Start you Thursday with this daily guide, where you will find five pieces of information you should know today, like events happening in town or topics being covered on the site. Have an event or topic that should appear in this column? Add it to the calendar or send us a news tip.
Valentine's Day: Thursday is Valentine's Day, a day that traces its roots back to Christian martyrs, but has become known for giving gifts such as candy and flowers and cards to loved ones.
Boys Hoops: Massapequa Hosts Oceanside in a game to determine a spot in the Class AA Playoffs. Gametime is 7 p.m.
Concert: The Massapequa High School Band Will perform in the school auditorium at 8 p.m.
Movie: It's movie night at the Bar Harbour Library. There will be two showings of Woody Allen's "To Rome with Love" at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Storytime: Bar Harbour will also hold a story time event for kids 3 and up at 10:30 a.m.
