5 Things You Need to Know Today, Nov. 9

1. The hosts a blood drive 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 9 at the Los Gatos Lodge in the DeAnza Room. To make an appointment click here. Blood donors must be 17 years of age, weigh at least 100 pounds, be free of cold and flu symptoms and must eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Those participating must also show a photo ID. Details: Mike, 408-356-8000.

2. The Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation 55-Plus Program offers an elder law/long-term-care planning class 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 9 at the 208 E. Main St. Cost is $25 per couple. Class will cover an overview of elder law issues covering many of the care, legal and financial
concerns of elders. Topics covered will be tailored to students’ needs. To register, call 408-354-8700. Class No. is 2322.024. Only sign up one partner when registering.

3. COFFEE WITH THE EDITOR: 3-4 p.m., today, Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Starbucks, 442 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Come enjoy this coffee klatch with Sheila Sanchez and friends. All content on the site is up for discussion. Look forward to seeing you there! Remember coffee is on Patch! Details: Sheila Sanchez, 408-391-8725.

4. Regale Winery and Vineyards, 24040 Summit Rd, hosts a fashion show, silent auction and Tuscan-inspired hors d'oeuvres 5-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10, benefitting the American Cancer Society. Tickets are $75 and include a complimentary glass of Regale's limited production Italian varietal wine, and a copy of the 2012 Calendar for a Cure featuring European model Valer photographed by Trisha Leeper Photography. The event will be hosted by Marla Davies of Mix106.5. To purchase tickets, please click here. Walk-in ticket purchases based on availability the day of the event.

5. 796 Blossom Hill Rd., presents storytime with Susan Shirley at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 9 for children ages 4-10. Cookies and milk top off the evening. Space is limited. Details: 408-356-8821 for reservations at the beginning of each month.