NHL Stars Play in Woodbury, Wine Tasting Today

1. Snow is likely before 9 a.m. today, according to the National Weather Service forecast. The weather will be mostly cloudy with a high near 34, the forecast says.

2. There are lots of things to do on New Year’s Eve in the area. Check out our listing for ideas.

3. Minnesota National Hockey League alumni will play at 5 p.m. tonight at Woodbury’s Bielenberg Sports Center against a team of local players in a fundraiser for the East Ridge High School boys and girls hockey booster clubs. Check the for a list of notable hockey players who will be part of the game. Tickets are $15 at the door.

4. There’s a wine tasting today from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 12 to 3 p.m. at , according to the shop’s Facebook page.

5. Today Show host Matt Lauer turns 54 today. In 1979 he left Ohio University four credits short of graduation and received his undergraduate degree 18 years later, according to TV Guide.