Five Things You Need to Know Today, Feb. 3

1. Weather: Expect a partly cloudy Friday. High temperatures could reach 38 degrees with an overnight low of 27.

2. Death of Salesman: When this play opened in 1949, it was quickly hailed as a masterpiece, and won every major award that year. It's the story of a common man, the life of Willy Loman as he faces the end of his career and the unattainable American dream. This production takes a fresh new look at an old classic to create a Salesman for a new generation. The play will be performed starting at 8 p.m. by the , 22 Academy St. .   

3. Yoga at Senior Center: There is a twice weekly  at the . Meets every Tuesday and Friday. Bring a mat. Membership not required. Cost is $5. 

4. Arlington Alerts: Town officials are encouraging residents to register for Arlington Alerts, a new emergency communication system that will replace the current reverse 911 program.

5. This Day in History: On this day in 2005, Alberto Gonzales won Senate confirmation as the nation's first Hispanic attorney general despite protests over his record on torture.