Today is Friday, Dec. 28. Here are five things you need to know:

1.) From the town: Seasonal Flu/Pneumonia Vaccination Clinic Thursday, Jan. 3: The Arlington Health Department has added a seasonal flu and pneumonia vaccination clinic to be held on Thursday, Jan. 3, from 1-3 p.m., at the Arlington Senior Center, 27 Maple St. Read more.

2.) What was the best book you read this year?

3.) From the town: Request a free Mass Save energy assessment before Monday, Dec. 31, and complete the assessment by February 2013 and Sagewell will make a donation to the Arlington Fuel Assistance program. Read more.

4.) From the town: Reuse and Recycle This Holiday Season: This is the time of year when trash barrels can fill with retired toys, clothing or electronics. However, much of what we put in our barrels can be redirected to more useful purposes. This holiday season, Arlington Public Works is asking residents to consider reuse whenever possible and be sure to recycle wrapping paper, cardboard boxes and electronics appropriately. For additional details on how you can reuse and recycle this season, visitarlingtonma.gov/recycle.

5.) Today should be mostly sunny with a high near 35, according to the National Weather Service.