Just because it’s Tuesday doesn’t mean there isn’t a whole lot going on around town today. Here are five things you might want to know about today, Oct. 18:

• Plan for rain – As a low-pressure system continues to churn away in the Gulf, Land O’ Lakes residents should be ready for some rain today. Weather conditions should improve later in the week.
• You can network – The PRN Networking group meets today at 11:30 a.m. If you’re looking for a way to spread the word about your business, this group might be right up your alley.
• You can watch an unusual eating contest – The Land O’ Lakes Library is playing host to Teen Food Factor tonight at 6. Find out what teens are willing to eat to win this Halloween-themed “gross fest.”
• There’s a school board meeting going on – The Pasco County School Board meets tonight at 6.
• You can meet a ‘mayoral’ candidate – Land O’ Lakes Honorary Mayor candidate Rene Van Hout is playing host to Fun at the Coffeehouse tonight starting at 5 p.m. Stop by Organic Life for a chance to meet the “political” hopeful.