5 Things: Artist Reception, Messiah Sing & Nat'l Guard Ceremony

1. Four members of the Rhode Island National Guard are being honored for their service and heroism in Afghanistan. Lt. Col. Thomas Hannon is receiving a Bronze Star for meritorious service, and Senior Airman Eric Fontes is getting a Purple Heart for injuries from a rocket attack. Master Sgt. Steven Croce will get the Meritorious Service Medal, and Senior Airman Yanick Koenig will receive the Air Force Achievement Medal. The ceremony is scheduled to take place today at 3:30 p.m. at the .

2. Head over to tonight for an . Stop by to meet Donna, enjoy some art and light refreshments. Runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 7.

3.  Come learn about Space to Be at at today's . Space to Be's mission is to provide a place for locals to test out the large studio experience without having to commit to renting space. Browse art and other interesting items such as books, CDs, DVDs, science materials, furniture and more. Starts at 10 a.m. tomorrow.

4.  Join the for its . Bring a canned good to donate to the North Kingstown Food Pantry for your admission. Learn more by calling 401-294-4595. Starts tomorrow at 3 p.m.

5.  Today: sunny with highs near 52. Tonight: mostly clear with lows around 32. Tomorrow: sunny with highs near 43.