July 21: A Fallen Councilman's Legacy

The organizers of on the life and times of James E. Davis seemed to have one goal in mind: Making sure that the of the former Fort Greene councilman was not in vain. 

"Murder At City Hall: Councilman James E. Davis' Story," which traces the events leading up to Davis' death at the hands of a gunman in July 2003, will take place at 6 p.m. tonight at the corner of Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park.

The event, which includes food, music and plenty of opportunities for reflection, is open to the entire family.

Here are your 5 Things for Today:

1. Reminder: the for a lottery to reserve a place on the first day of legal same-sex unions is today at noon. Couples are also encouraged to file for their marriage licenses online here—save some time at the office!

2. Urban Guerilla Orchestra with special guest Miles Jaye takes off at the MetroTech R&B Festival later today.

3. The doc on former Councilman Davis' life and untimely death won't be the only film screening in the neighborhood today. The Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts celebrating the Aboriginal Australian culture starting at 6 p.m. 

4. In case you missed it: as the temps again head over the 90-degree mark, here's our list of some of the best places to get . 

5. Alternate side parking rules are in effect today.