March 30: Mom Talk and Music Idols Today

Welcome to “Five Things You Need to Know Today.” Each day, we will spotlight events and happenings in and around the Sayville area that we think you should know about.

We want your help too. If there's an event or announcement you would like to share, please contact us at Denise@patch.com.

1. Good morning Sayville. Sun and clouds with a high of 47 degrees in the forecast for today in Sayville.

2. You don’t need to watch American Idol on TV tonight – you can head to the Middle School for at 7 p.m.

3. Wondering how the Sayville girls lacrosse team will do this year? Check out our spring preview, which will post later today.

4. How much homework does your child get? Think it is too much? Not enough? Check out our Mom Talk column at 2 p.m. and let us know your thoughts.

5. Sayville’s was honored recently – check back later to find out why.