Five Things You Need to Know Today: Green Design Expo Holds Forum, Snooki Comes to White Plains and Sarah Lawrence Named Nation's Most Expensive College

1. Whether you think she's hilarious or heinous, one thing's for sure: Snooki from "The Jersey Shore" has everyone talking about her latest book, "Confessions of a Guidette." On Oct. 27, Snooki will be visiting the White Plains Barnes and Noble for an in-store book signing -- and White Plains Patch has scored an exclusive interview with the Poufed Princess herself. 

2. Kermit once sang that it "ain't easy being green," but would beg to differ. Tonight, the Village's local supply center for organic and environmentally-friendly products will be hosting a educating architects, design professionals and homeowners interested in sustainable design about perspective green issues and priorities. The presentation, which will run from 4-6 p.m., features hosts Bill Bobenhausen, Mark Karell and Gail L. Ascher. RSVP at Green Design Expo's website or call (914) 902-5305 for more information. 

3. In an age of "Mommy and Me" pottery classes, yoga sessions and shopping sprees, here's one activity that's a designated dad's-only session: tonight's At this event, dads and kids are given free reign work out together from 5:30-7:30 p.m. while giving moms a much-needed night off. This event is free for members, $5 for non-members, and is open to ages ranging from infant to 5.

4. If you're hoping that your college-bound senior will stay local next year and attend Sarah Lawrence College, you'll be interested to know that recently named it the most expensive college in the country. Have you or your child received a Sarah Lawrence education? If so, was the tuition worth it? Sound off in the comments below. 

5.  Do you think you can dance? So does Max Kapitannikov, a finalist on Fox's hit dance competition and reality show who is now teaching an International Latin Dance workshop at . Cha-cha, samba and rumba your way to the silver screen (or at least into your less maladroit spouse's good graces) by participating in tonight's free class at 7 p.m. Email dancelinkcenter@yahoo.com for more information.