5 Things You Need To Know Today: April 4

1. Get Yourself Patch Educated. Bedford and Amherst Patch team up tomorrow at the Black Forest Cafe on Route 101 in Amherst at 1 p.m. to offer a We'll show you how to explore the many possible options Patch offers local residents. Learn how to post and browse local events and announcements, explore free blogging opportunities, learn how to promote your small business and much, much more. We'll answer any and all questions you may have and point you in the right direction in terms of the Patch possibilities that are best suited for you. For more information, or to RSVP, email Ryan.OConnor@Patch.com.

2. The Road Race is Coming. It's almost that time of year again. With the Boston Marathon less than two weeks away, it's a reminder that the Bedford Rotary Memorial Road Race is right around the corner as well. This year's race is scheduled for Saturday, May 19. For more information, click here.

3. Alexander to advise Granite State College. Jason Alexander has joined the President's Advisory Council for Granite State College. He is managing partner of BANK W Holdings and portfolio companies, KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, Alexander Technology Group, and The Nagler Group. Alexander also serves as chairman of the Education Committee for the NH High Technology Council.

4. Almost there: Spring Vacation in SAU 25 is the week of April 23-29. Just saying.

5. Have something to say? Patch blogs are a simple way to reach your neighbors with everything from a quick observation to a call for action.

• Was the town council too aggressive with recent budget cuts? Write about it.
• Catch a great photo of that tree in that storm? Post it.
• Invent a killer pumpkin pie recipe? Share it with your friends.

Get started. Drop us a note with a little about yourself, a short first post, or just tell us you’re interested. Send any inquiries to Ryan.OConnor@Patch.com.