"Five Things you Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. 

1. Today will be partly sunny, with a high near 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.


2. The School Building Rehabilitation Committee is slated to meet this evening at 6 p.m. at Dedham Town Hall. The committee will discuss a large dirt pile behind homes near the Avery School project.


3. Want to turn your library fines into a good thing? Donate food in lieu of your late bill. Visit either library for details. 


4. Dedham students will have early release on Tuesday.


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