Five Things You Need to Know Today: March 22

1. Public hearing related to proposed Riverside Development. The Board of Aldermen's Zoning and Planning Committee will hold a public hearing tonight for the zoning changes that are needed for . Interested in voicing your opinion? The hearing starts at 7:15 p.m. in the chamber at . 

2. Concussion facts and myths. Are you a coach or a parent of a young athlete? Want to learn more about the impact and symptoms of concussions? Stop by tonight at starting at 7 p.m. Lauren Smith, MD, MPH, medical director for the MA Department of Public Health, will lead the discussion. 

3. What's your favorite family-friendly restaurant in Newton? Have you voted in this week's Best Of/Readers' Choice poll? . So far, is in the lead, but your vote or comment could make all the difference! Voting ends Friday at 9 a.m. 

4. NewtonSERVES BoxART. The new NewtonSERVES BoxART program is calling upon local artists to paint the green utility boxes located around the city. Interested artists are encouraged to send in proposals for BoxART into the city for consideration. For more information, check out .

5. Newtonville Books' last day on Walnut Street is Saturday! With the upcoming move to Newton Centre, last day on Walnut Street in Newtonville will be this Saturday, March 24. Their grand opening at the new store will be Thursday, April 5 at 7 p.m.