Today's 5: What You Need to Know

Start your Friday 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.

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1) Ribbon Cutting: There will be a grand opening and ribbon cutting at beginning at 3 p.m.

2) Blue Parrot: If you're ready to rock your way into the weekend, "Outlet" a talented cover band will be playing the on Merrick Road, beginning at 9 p.m

3) Girls Soccer Playoffs:  Class AA Semifinal: Massapequa @ Mcarthur 4 p.m. at Denton Avenue Field in New Hyde Park.

4) Girls Volleyball Playoffs: Massapequa @ East Meadow 6:30 p.m. at Long Beach High School.

5) Meet Patch Staff: Want to talk about Massapequa and get a free cup of coffee? Patch is going to hold its first ever meet and greet two weeks from now on Nov. 18 at 9 a.m, the newly renovated at 4942 Merrick Road. You can talk about community issues with our Local Editor Edward Robinson. Our sales staff will be on hand to tell you how you can improve and market your business through Patch. You can also get information on claiming your business listing on our site. Not to mention the great bagels. Mark down the date!