Oct. 20: Protect yourself and your neighbors

The middle of the week isn't so bad! In Forest Hills, there are plenty of activities to keep you occupied and keep your mind off the mid-week blues. Here's just a few of the things you can do in the area to get active, get involved or just have fun. It's our 5 things you need to know for today, Oct. 20:

1.     Protect yourself and your neighbors. The 112th Precinct Community Council meeting is tonight at the Precinct House on Austin Street. Tonight's speaker will discuss the development and importance of the transit system in the area.

2.     Really want to exercise protecting yourself? The Central Queens Y is offering Judo classes. Learn a few blocks and throws to keep yourself safe on the mean streets, or just have fun with a few people from the neighborhood while staying fit.

3.     There's also plenty of protection in numbers. The Queens Domestic Violence Task Force will be meeting at Borough Hall at 10 a.m. This important local group works to create a safe environment in every home in Queens. Do your part to help out.

4.     The Forest Hills Boys Soccer team will be taking on John Bowne High School at home. The team is right on the brink of the playoffs after a winless 2009 campaign. Be sure to support your school!

5.     Want to help your kids learn to read? The book buddies program at the North Forest Park Library is a great way for kids to make friends and move forward with their educations in a fun way.