Five Things You Need to Know Today, Tuesday, September 18

1. Weather: The National Weather Service predicts showers after 1 p.m. today with a high of 75. Showers with thunderstorms are also possible after midnight. The temperature will drop to about 65.

2. Sen. Brownsberger’s Office Hours: State Senator Will Brownsberger will hold office hours at the Starbucks at 755 Boylston Street at 7 p.m.

3. Preparing for an Interview: The BPL is offering a training course on how to prepare for that big job interview. Learn what to questions to anticipate and how to answer them among other viable skills from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

4. It's Car-Free Week: All this week, the state is encouraging commuters to ditch the single-occupancy vehicle for walking, taking the T, bicycling or carpooling. In addition to helping cool the planet, you can get discounts and incentives at area businesses through the Department of Transportation's NuRide program.

5. FYI: Children’s Museum Closed: The Children’s Museum will be closed from September 17 to the September 24 for maintenance. It will reopen September 25.