Five Things You Need to Know: August 8

Check out these five things to know for Aug. 8.

1. , yesterday our mom columnist Diane Bartz took a different spin on preparing for going back to school.

2. Late last week we wrote about a green street. The city also has a website where residents can track progress. 

3. Temperatures will be in the mid 80s today and showers will be coming into the area after 3 p.m. according to the National Weather Service.

4. It's National Farmers Market Week, so go visit the Crossroads Farmers Market at the Takoma Langley Crossroads Wednesday and the Takoma Park Farmers Market Sunday in Old Takoma.

5. , Wards 1,2 and 3, this year's city council elections should be interesting. has announced his candidacy for Ward 2 and has announced for Ward 3. More announcements are on there way and we'll profile more candidates this week.