5 Things To Know Today: April 6

Reading And Creating: As part of Tri-Town's Even Start Literacy Program, East Smithfield Public Library hosts stories for toddlers (ages 2 to 3 1/2) from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Registration required. Later, at 3:30 p.m., ESPL offers a literacy-based art program for students in grades 2 to 5.

Book Babies: Cranston Central Library offers what it terms a "Montessori-style program" for children from birth to 2 1/2 years old and their chauffeurs, beginning at 10 a.m. Rhymes and a story at 11 a.m. This is a drop-in program; no registration required.

Community Group: The Johnston Lions Club is scheduled to hold its monthly meeting tonight at 7 p.m. at Ribs & Co. on Atwood Avenue. New members welcome.

Roll Up Your Sleeve: Today's blood drive is brought to you by St. Raphael's Academy in Pawtucket. Show the kids you're not afraid and give a pint of your best red stuff. Hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. — maybe you can feast on some great cafeteria grub (and maybe it's a good thing there are first aid-trained nurses there).

When You Have A Little To Say: As the story goes, the inventor came up with the idea while at church. On this date in 1980, Post-It (TM) notes went on sale for the first time. (from brainyhistory.com)