5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 10

Good morning, Potomac and here are the five things you need to know today:

1. Today is going to be a special day on Potomac Patch. Check the site today and following Thursdays to find information about great local events over the weekend, some of the open houses in the area, pictures around town and the best eateries. Today’s content is going to feature a Valentine’s Day theme to prep Potomac residents for the day of love.

2. Looks like today will be warm and windy. According to the National Weather Service, it’s going to be sunny with a high near 32 degrees and winds between 10 and 13 miles-per-hour.

3. Today at 10:30 a.m. the is hosting a . Stories will be told in Chinese and English and no registration is required to attend.

4. It’s never too early to start looking ahead for dinner plans! If you’re looking for a special meal today, stop by for its fish taco special. The Mahi-Mahi is lightly seasoned, pan-seared and served on corn tortillas with cabbage, caramelized onions, pico di gallo, queso fresca and an avocado Crème fraiche.  

5. Alright, Potomac, we need your help! Know a great kid who made Eagle Scout or organized a neighborhood cleanup? They may be our next . Potomac Patch is going to be spotlighting an outstanding kid in the community each week, so submit your nominations to sarahbeth@patch.com to possibly have them featured on the site.