Dec. 29: Open Mic, Bingo, Year in Review

1. The Glen Cove Open Mic is making a brief return tonight. Would-be singer/songwriters are encouraged to bring a guitar or other appropriate instrument to . Sign-up begins at 7:30 p.m. Performances start at 8 p.m.

2. Children in grades 1-4 are invited to play with their friends at the in the Community Room at 2 p.m.

3. Glen Cove Weather Report: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 37. Sprinkles or flurries are possible tonight.

4. By clicking on the new Traffic & Gas tab, readers can access live traffic updates to help plan their morning commute, and find out where to buy the cheapest gas. on Glen Cove Avenue continues to post the lowest price, according to MapQuest, at $3.60 per gallon.

5. This year, Glen Cove Patch provided you with the news and views that (we felt) were most important. Now, . Check back throughout the week for more opportunities to choose 2011’s top stories.