Today is Tuesday, March 12. Here are five things you need to know.

• Warm and Wet: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 50s most of the day, with rain throughout the day as well.
• Meeting: The Finance Committee will meet at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall.
• Political Party: The North Andover Town Republican Spring Fling will be Thursday night at China Blossom.
• Blogging: Interested in having a blog on Patch? Email Bryan.McGonigle@patch.com.
• This Day in History: In 1789, the U.S. Post Office was established. In 1933, President Franklin Roosevelt presented the first of his "Fireside Chats." In 1959, Congress approved Hawaii's statehood. In 1974, "Wonder Woman" debuted on ABC.

To find more things to do today, check out our event listings.