Here is the Five Things column for Friday, Sept. 21: 1. Beer tasting: Redstone Liquors is expected to have an Idle Hands beer tasting event from 4-7 p.m. Friday, according to the company's website. 2. Pie to the face: If Stoneham Patch's Facebook page hits 1,000 "likers" before 2013, Stoneham Patch Editor Mark Ouellette will take a pie to the face. Want to help the cause? Like the page today! 3. Traffic updates: Want traffic alerts or gas prices in the Stoneham region? Take a gander at our Commute section. 4. Write a review: Did you have a good experience at a Stoneham business? If so, search…

The 84th annual Academy Awards are approaching, and with that in mind we'd like to know: What was your favorite movie in 2011? Was it "Moneyball," "The Help," "The Tree of Life" or one of the other six films nominated for Best Picture? Whether your favorite film was nominated or not, let us know what it is by posting a comment below and the top five vote-getters will be featured in Thursday's "Patch Picks" column. 

On Tuesday, we asked you: Who are Stoneham's founding fathers (and mothers)?  Here is a look at our readers' recommendations for this week's "Patch Picks" list: John Melkonian: One reader wrote, "John is a lifelong Stoneham resident who served in the Marines and developed Stoneham Ford into one of Stoneham's largest employers and charitable contributors. John and his first wife Alice (deceased) raised four boys to become some of Stoneham's finest citizens and one of its 'founding fathers.'" Patricia Kilty: A reader stated several reasons why Kilty should be considered for our listing. "…

In the spirit of President's Day, we want you to tell us: Who are Stoneham's founding fathers (and mothers)?  Some people to consider nominating include municipal or school officials who had a positive impact on the community, volunteers for nonprofit organizations, leaders in the business community or a service person helping to keep the town safe. Please provide the person's full name, job/volunteer title, company/organization and a brief explanation why this individual should be recognized. You can submit your nominee's information either by posting a comment below or emailing mark.…

For Thurday's edition of "Patch Picks", we asked you: Where are the best places to get Valentine's Day gifts in Stoneham? Here is this week's list of suggestions: Evergreen Florist, 397 Main St. Redstone Liquors, 109 Main St. Stop Shop Florist, 259 Main St. The Paper Store of Stoneham, 99 Main St. Winfrey's Fudge & Chocolates, 41 Main St.

For Thurday's edition of Patch Picks, we want to know: Where are the best places to get Valentine's Day gifts in Stoneham? Please make sure to provide the business's name, address and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.

On Tuesday, we asked you: Which Super Bowl parties are right for non-football fans? Here is the latest "Patch Picks" list: John Brewer's Tavern, 7 Highland Ave., Malden: The party kicks off at 6 p.m., and the bar is serving a cheeseburger with fries, along with four, five-ounce samples of beer, for $10.  Dockside Restaurant and Bar, 229 Centre St., Malden, or 1099 Main St., Wakefield: Both establishments are serving up Super Bowl specials, such as the all-you-can-eat boneless chicken wings for $12.99, $2 drafts and a bucket of beer for $16.

While many football fans will be watching the New England Patriots take on the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI on Feb. 5, there are those who could care less if Tom Brady or Eli Manning help guide their teams to victories on Sunday. With that in mind, we want to know: Which Super Bowl parties are right for non-football fans? Let us know by posting a comment below or emailing your recommendations to mark.ouellette@patch.com and we'll feature the top responses in Thursday's edition of "Patch Picks."

On Tuesday, we asked you: What are the best activities for February vacation in the Stoneham area? Here's a list of ideas to consider: Come Play the Animal Way At Stone Zoo: Beat the humdrum winter routine and watch coyotes, North American river otters and others have fun in the cold, and learn about neat animal adaptations to the winter temperatures. The zoo has to come up with novel enrichment activities to keep the animals stimulated and happy—visit to  see all the creative things the zoo does for our animals, and learn how they keep the animals active and engaged throughout the winter …

Could it be sledding, skating or snow football? For Thurday's edition of "Patch Picks," we want to know: What are the best activities for February vacation in the Stoneham area? Let us know your favorite activity by posting a comment below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments. 

On Tuesday we asked you: What are the best places to get hot chocolate in the Stoneham region? Based on your feedback, here are the top five vote-getters for this week's "Patch Picks" list: Bohemian Coffee House, 132 W Emerson St., Melrose Bruegger's Bagel Bakery, 496 Main St., Melrose: One reader said, "I like Bruegger's (hot chocolate). It's really yummy...and keeps me warm." Flynn Rink, 300 Elm St., Medford: One reader said, "The Flynn Rink has a great cup of hot chocolate." Starbucks Coffee, 521 Main St., Melrose: A reader wrote in, saying, "I like Starbucks because it's a nice dark …

For Thurday's edition of Patch Picks, we want to know: What are the best places to get a hot chocolate in the Stoneham area? Please make sure to provide the cafe's name, address and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.

On Tuesday we asked you to pick your favorite coffee spots in the Stoneham region to be featured in Thursday's "Patch Picks" list, and you've answered the call. Here's a list of your top choices: Coffee Tea and Me, 421 Main St., Melrose: Several readers supported this cafe, but one reader seemed to sum it up best when they said, "Hands down my favorite coffee is Coffee Tea and Me! Love the empanadas too!" Creations Cafe, 400 Main St., Wakefield Peacuddy's Bakery & Cafe, 506 Franklin St., Melrose Pignone's Cafe, 319 Main St., Stoneham: A couple readers tabbed this as a good place to grab some …

For Thurday's edition of Patch Picks, we want to know: What are the best cafes serving coffee in the Stoneham area? Please make sure to provide the cafe's name, address and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.

For Thurday's edition of Patch Picks, we asked you: What restaurants serve the best vegetarian and vegan cuisine in the Stoneham area? Here are your top five choices: Rang Indian Bistro, 6 Central Square, Stoneham: One reader said, "Rang Indian Bistro in Stoneham has some fabulous vegetarian and vegan choices. We love their malai kofta (vegetable croquettes), saag paneer (spinach and cheese), baingan bharta (spicy roasted eggplant), and aloo matar (peas and potatoes) as entrees, and they have several delicious appetizers as well. They also have tasty non-vegetarian options, for those dining …

For Thurday's edition of Patch Picks, we want to know: What restaurants serve the best vegetarian and vegan cuisine in the Stoneham area? Provide the restaurant's name, address and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to Stoneham Patch Editor Mark Ouellette at mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.

On Tuesday we asked you: Who are the best bartenders in the Stoneham area? Here is this week's "Patch Picks" list of your favorites: Carla, J.J. Grimsby's, 1 Lynn Fells Parkway, Stoneham: One reader said, "Carla at Grimsby's is the best! She's super fun, inventive and makes great drinks. Technically yes, it's Stoneham, but really ... it's Melrose!" Lindsay and Michelle, Absolutely Fabulous, 454 Main St., Melrose: A reader wrote, "Lindsay and Michelle at Absolutely Fabulous are friendly and courteous." On our Facebook Page, Kathy added, "Lindsey from Absolutely Fabulous ...not even close!" …

For Thurday's edition of "Patch Picks", we want to know: Who are the best bartenders in the Stoneham area? Please make sure to provide the person or establishment's name, business address and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.

With 2011 drawing to a close, we asked you: What are the best places to celebrate on New Year's Eve in the Stoneham region? Here's what you told us: Cantina La Mexicana, 247 Washington St., Somerville: One reader tabbed this as the place go because there is a New Year's Eve Fiesta at 8 p.m. Johnny D's Uptown Restaurant & Music Club, 17 Holland St., Somerville: A reader selected this location because Booty Vortex, a party band, is performing at 9:30 p.m. Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham: One reader suggested going to the zoo to see ZooLights, a holiday lights display. ZooLights is scheduled…

For Thurday's edition of "Patch Picks", we want to know: What are the best places to celebrate on New Year's Eve in the Stoneham region? Please make sure to provide the establishment's name, address, and a brief reason why it's noteworthy in the comments section below or in an email to mark.ouellette@patch.com. Also, do you have a great idea for a future topic to feature on Patch Picks? Tell us in the comments.