Sept. 9: Five Things You Need to Know Today

1. If you're on the prowl for weekend plans, we've got a whole slate of suggestions for you right here.

2. The National Art League will debut two new exhibits this weekend, one of which was inspired by the tenth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Read more about it here.

3. We spoke with Louis Calderon, the president of the Little Neck – Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, about his experience as a first responder during the 9/11 attacks. Check back for the story later today.

4. An unconfirmed terror threat prompted a Thursday night press conference from Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who said that though there was likely no immediate cause for concern, New Yorkers should remain vigilant. Read more from NY1 here.

5. Today's weather will be defined by isolated thunder storms and temperatures creeping back up into the low 80s.