Five Things You Need to Know Today: April 7

1. Book group:  is hosting a mystery book group at 7 p.m. to discuss author Sara Dunant's novel "Mapping the Edge." The book group session is free and open to the public.

2. Book signing: Meet the authors of the newest Wakefield history book called "Lake Quannapowitt" at a book signing from 7-9 p.m. at .

3. Post an ad: Got some extra stuff kicking around the house that you'd like to sell or a job opening that needs to be filled? Post a free classified ad on Stoneham Patch!

4. Bravo! "The Rimers of Eldritch," a play about Nelly Windrod standing trial for murder, accused of shooting a local vagrant as he attacked a teenage girl, is at 7:30 p.m. at the . Tickets cost $38-44, but senior discounts are available and students can attend the show for $20. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 781-279-2200. 

5. Looking for a new home? Check out our weekly  column at noon on Friday featuring several upcoming open houses in Stoneham.

For more activities, visit our events calendar.