Five Things You Need to Know: Thursday, Dec. 27

1. According to WHDH, the rain will be tapering off in the afternoon with temperatures ranging from 36-48.

2. The Norton Public Library will be holding a Star Wars Symposium, Saturday, Dec. 29, at 10 a.m.

3. The Norton High wrestling team will be taking part in the Marshfield Tournament today and Friday.

4. The Children's Museum in Easton is having Family New Year's Eve Parties 2012, Dec. 31, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be magic shows, 11 a.m., noon, 2 and 3 p.m., confetti blast countdowns at 1 and 4 p.m., balloon artist and face painting for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pizza and drinks will be available. The cost is $10 per person and $5 for members.

5. If you are looking for some exercise with the family New Year's Day, the Blue Hills First Day Hike will be take place at 840 Hillside St., in Milton. The event is free and for more information, call 617-698-1802