Here are five things to know for Friday, Dec. 7:

1. Moment in history: On Friday, Dec. 7, 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, killing more than 2,400 people and injuring over 1,000.

2. Beer tasting: Stoneham-based Redstone Liquors is hosting a beer tasting from 4-7 p.m. Friday.

3. Traffic alerts: Want traffic updates or gas prices in the Melrose region? Take a gander at our Commute section for information.

4. Positive feedback: Did you have a quality experience at a Melrose business? If so, search our directory and post a positive review and rank the business on a 1-5 star scale.

5. Advertise on Patch: Interested in advertising on Stoneham Patch? Contact Ad Manager Joseph Mastrorio at joseph.mastrorio@patch.com.

For more activities, visit our events calendar.