5 Things You Need to Know Today

Friday is almost here, but there's still plenty to do in Malverne and West Hempstead tonight before residents can focus on the end of the work week.

1. Important Meetings: The PTA for in Malverne meets tonight, as does the village's Architectural Review Board. The PTA meeting will be held at the primary school at 7p.m., while the Board of Architectural Review meets at 7:30p.m. at .
2. Christmas Concert: Local students continue to ring in the holidays with musical performances. Tonight it is 's turn. The starts at 7:30p.m.
3. Win $100: Only four days are left till Malverne-West Hempstead Patch  selects one home in the neighborhood to win a $100 American Express gift card for having the best holiday decorations. If you want this to be you, upload a photo of your home on display . You can also help us pick a winner by leaving your comments on the photos that are up so far.
4. Census Data: The U.S. Census Bureau released the result of a five-year survey that gives insight into the demographics of local communities, including social and economic indicators. See what the study revealed about and West Hempstead.
5. Free Taxi Rides: Whether you're heading out to a company party or just dinner and drinks with friends, if you're going to indulge in alcohol remember that local cab companies are offering free rides to prevent people from drinking in driving. They will even bring you to pick-up your car the next day, free of charge. This program is available today and will continue throughout the month of December. For more information, click .