Five Things You Need to Know in Mansfield for Jan. 12

1. Rain, mainly before 1pm. Patchy fog before 1pm. High near 46. Breezy, with a north wind 17 to 20 mph decreasing to between 6 and 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Rain likely in the evening, mainly after 5am. Cloudy, with a low around 38. West wind around 6 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

2.The Taunton Ice Skating rink is hosting today at 5 p.m. Lessons are $99 for 8 week sessions, small classes and follow the USFS Basic Skills skating program.  One time annual $15 USFS registration required.  Helmets required for new skaters, rental skates available.

3. Local artist,  of Sharon will be this month's Featured Artist at Perk's Coffee House located at 685 Washington Street, Norwood. The exhibition is held throughout the month of January 2012. It will comprise of her pastel Landscapes of New England and oil still lifes.  The exhibition begins at 8 a.m.

4. is hosting a at 5 p.m. tonight. Every female who orders an alcoholic beverage will receive a complimentary appetizer.

5. is hosting tonight at 7 p.m. Tonight's show features Rocco DeRosa.