You can specify when and how a reminder window should alert you to an upcoming item.

To set up a Reminder:

• Double-click the item to open New/Modify item dialog box.
• Select Notify
  The Reminder options become available.
  
  
  
  
• Specify the amount of time prior to the item to display the reminder.
• If you want to set up additional reminder's options, click the Setup... button.