5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 18

1. Today, from 7 to 9 p.m., chef Dennis Brask of Five Crowns in Corona del Mar will present a cooking demonstration and food tasting. The event will be held at the Central Library, 1000 Avocado Ave. This event is now full, but to add yourself to the waiting list please click here or call the recreation department at 949-644-3151.

2. Don't forget! If you shop at Vons, Pavilions or Safeway, you can help raise money for students at Corona del Mar High School. Read our story for more information.

3. On Wednesday, Jan., 19, at 9:30 a.m., Corona del Mar High School PTA will host College Chat, an informal discussion for parents. Read our story about tips for a successful college transition here.

4. On Friday, Jan. 28, at 9 a.m., the Corona del Mar High School PTA will have an event planning workshop for the 8th grade promotion in the school's conference room. For more information contact Jan Stark at janostark@cox.net or Lisa Pearson at pearsonlm@aol.net.

5. Today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 60s, according to the National Weather Service.