5 Things You Need To Know Today: May 22

1. Don't forget! This week is restaurant week! That means amazing food at unheard of prices throughout the state! In fact, and dozens of other Manchester-area establishments are participating. For more information, , and check back regularly for features on local chefs and restaurants.

2. The weatherman says ... Mostly cloudy throughout the day with a 70-percent chance of occasional rain showers and a high of 71 degrees. Windes are expected to be light and variable.

3. You're appreciated. Sullivan Tire & Auto Service is hosting a customer appreciation day at its , which is scheduled for this Saturday, May 26^, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be free food and prizes, and a special guest appearance of Big League Brian on Stilts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.        

“We are very excited about serving the Bedford community and want to thank them for their loyal service,” said Paul Sullivan, Vice President of Marketing for Sullivan Tire & Auto Service.

4. Win big for Bedford. The Citizens Bank Foundation has announced its new Growing Communities initiative will support economic development to help build strong neighborhoods across New Hampshire. Through the Growing Communities initiative, the Citizens Bank Foundation will award grants ranging from $15,000 to $35,000 for projects that foster neighborhood revitalization in distressed communities, support local economic activity and create jobs. The application deadline is June 15.

5. Bulldog Bites. The Bedford boys tennis team looks to maintain its defense of back-to-back state titles this afternoon when they host Goffstown at 4 p.m. at the County Road tennis courts.