5 Things

Good morning, Douglaston.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Be sure to keep an eye out for Patch's holiday coverage through the end of the year. Please keep us posted about any holiday events taking place in the community.

This morning, we will post This Week at the Movies. A number of great new films were released this past weekend, including "A Dangerous Method," which chronicles the birth of psychoanalysis, as well as "Hugo" and "The Artist," both of which were loving homages to classic cinema.

Also, drop back by this morning for the latest edition of Walter Mugdan's Conservation Conversation column.

Here are 5 Things You Need to Know Today:

1. Read our reviews of this past weekend's films in This Week at the Movies.

2. Later this morning, check out The Conservation Conversation.

3. This coming Friday, drop by the National Art League, where artist will demonstrate his watercolor techniques.

4. Don't forget to register in advance for Alley Pond Environmental Center's , which will be held in December.

5. And be sure to read more about the Douglaston Village Chamber of Commerce's for children.