Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. According to Tougas Family Farm's Facebook page, blueberries are still ripe for the picking, and fresh peaches are available in the store. It's best to call ahead, though, as picking can be a ... picky biz.

2. Have you seen Bob? This family is still looking for this Teddy Bear. Help bring him home.

3.The Northborough Free Library is hosting two events today: one for kids to make bottlecap pendants and necklaces, and also "free afternoon movie day." Wholesome, good fun for the whole family.

4. Zem Han is getting ready to open at the center of Northborough soon. Haven't heard about it? Well, it's a new Mediterranean-style restaurant owned by a guy who was famous in the Moscow circus. You don't hear that every day.

5. The latest list of what is needed for Northborough Moms' Backpack Drive includes index cards, pencils, rulers, scissors and many other items. The latest list can be found on their Facebook page.