5 Things

Good morning, Douglaston.

There are just two more days until New Year’s Eve. If you don’t already have plans to ring in 2012, then be sure to check out Patch’s list of local parties that are taking place on Dec. 31.

Today, we will post a list of New Year’s resolutions as well as a wrap-up of crime statistics in the for the past year.

This morning, read Day Tripper to read a profile of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Activities include a trip to Fort Hamilton and dining at Italian and Greek restaurants.

Here are 5 Things You Need to Know Today:

1. Take a look at Patch’s list of in the community.

2. Drop back by the site later this morning to read suggested New Year’s resolutions from Patch’s writers.

3. At 10:30 a.m., check out this week’s Day Tripper column and, later today, read about the 111th Precinct’s crime stats for 2011.

4. Today, the is offering a , a and a .

5. Stop by Valentino’s on the Green this evening. will perform at 6:30 p.m.