Five Things You Need to Know Today, Nov. 30

1. Bring the brelli. Last night's rain storm will continue through the morning with gradual clearing and a high of 58 degrees in the afternoon. Clear and cold tonight.

2. Consider our history. This day in 1965, 32 year old Ralph Nader's book Unsafe at Any Speed: The Designed-In Dangers of the American Automobile, first appeared in bookstores. It became a best-seller immediately, doomed the Chevrolet Corvair and began the consumer movement. The federal government responded with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, mandating seat belts nationally (except in the Live Free or Die state).

3. Check your health. Terri Khoury, the Pubic Health Nurse for the Town of Canton will conduct a Diabetes and Glucose Screening on Wednesday, November 30th, from 9:00 to 11:00am at the Senior Center. To make an appointment, please call 781-828-1323.

4. Check out a preschool. June's Preschool Garden will host an open house beginning at 4:00 pm at 1508 Washington St, Canton. June's offers structured preschool programs for children 2. 2.9, 3 and 4 years of age. View the facility and meet the staff.

5. Explore natural science. The South Shore Natural Science Center hosts Parents and Tots on Wednesday, November 30th, from 9:30 to 10:45am.  This program is for the youngest budding scientists. Cost is $7. For more information please call 781-659-2559 or visit link.