Trivia: Who wrote the lyrics to "Auld Lang Syne"? Yesterday's trivia answer: "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" is a popular song written in 1947 by Frank Loesser. It first charted for The Orioles, peaking at No. 9 on Billboard's Best-Selling Retail Rhythm & Blues chart in December 1949. 5. Help your New Year's resolutions: Find a local gym on Patch The New Year begins tomorrow, and so begins another year of resolutions. If you're resolving to get more fit, you can find a local gym on Plymouth-Canton Patch's business directory.  4. It's college bowl game season: What and when to watch …

Trivia: There have been many versions of the song "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" When did it first chart on Billboard in the United States? Friday's trivia answer: The name Kwanzaa derives from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," meaning "first fruits of the harvest." 5. Fiscal cliff: What you should know Congress and President Obama are racing against the clock this week as they make one last attempt to hammer out a deal to avoid the so-called “fiscal cliff” the U.S. government is set to go over on New Year’s Day. Find out how much of a bite the "cliff" could take out of your …

  5. Let it snow! Submit your snowy photos on Patch Plymouth and Canton got walloped with snow Wednesday. We want your photos! Whether it's sledding, a snowman or shoveling, share your best pics here! 4. Plymouth Whalers host London Knights The Plymouth Whalers host the London Knights in Ontario Hockey League action at Compuware Arena at 7:05 p.m. London comes into the game with a 22-game winning streak, the second-longest strek in OHL history. For ticket info and more details, check here. 3. Catching a movie this weekend? Check here first The critically acclaimed thriller Argo continues …

Trivia: Kwanzaa is a seven-day holiday that begins Dec. 26 and extends through Jan. 1. What does the word mean in Swahili? Yesterday's trivia answer: The ball first dropped in Times Square in New York City on Jan. 1, 1908, one second after midnight. 5. Let it snow! Submit your snowy photos on Patch Plymouth and Canton got walloped with snow Wednesday. We want your photos! Whether it's sledding, a snowman or shoveling, share your best pics here! 4. More snow expected today As if Wednesday's dose of snow wasn't enough, we're getting some more today, albeit in a smaller quantity. Check the top …

Trivia: When was the first dropping of the ball in Times Square in New York City? Yesterday's trivia answer: Dick Clark's first New Year's Rockin' Eve was held Dec. 31, 1972. 5. Let it snow! Submit your snowy photos on Patch Plymouth and Canton got walloped with snow Wednesday. We want your photos! Whether it's sledding, a snowman or shoveling, share your best pics here! 4. Canton Olympian Allison Schmitt drops puck today for Whalers Olympic gold medalist Allison Schmitt of Canton will drop the puck today for the Plymouth Whalers, who face the Saginaw Spirit at Compuware Arena. Faceoff is at …

Trivia: Which recording device does Kevin McAllister use to his advantage in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" in one of the more obvious examples of product placement?  Yesterday's trivia answer: The McAllisters visited Miami, FL, while their son, Kevin, ended up in New York City. 5. Listen to Christmas music on Plymouth-Canton Patch The sounds of the season are in the air, so why not add to it with some Christmas music? Check out our daily series of holiday-themed playlists. Today's edition is Hollywood Christmas. You can find links to the previous editions on today's playlist.  4. Catch '…

Trivia: Where was Kevin McAllister's family headed for vacation in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York"? Yesterday's trivia answer: Rankin & Bass' "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus" was based on a work by L. Frank Baum. 5. Listen to Christmas music on Plymouth-Canton Patch The sounds of the season are in the air, so why not add to it with some Christmas music? Check out our daily series of holiday-themed playlists. Today's edition is Country Christmas. You can find links to the previous editions on today's playlist.  4. Catch Christmas films this week at Penn Theatre The Penn Theatre in …

Trivia: How many different roles did Tom Hanks perform in "The Polar Express"? Bonus: Where does The Polar Express take place? (The film eventually ends up at the North Pole, but where does it begin?) Yesterday's trivia answer: "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," performed by Judy Garland, made its debut in the film "Meet Me in St. Louis." 5. Listen to Christmas music on Plymouth-Canton Patch The sounds of the season are in the air, so why not add to it with some Christmas music? Check out our daily series of holiday-themed playlists. Today's edition is Pop Christmas. The past two days …

Trivia: In which movie did the Christmas song "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" make its debut? Bonus: Who sang the song in the film? Yesterday's trivia answer: Buddy and Jovie work at Gimbels in the film "Elf." 5. Coffee and Book Discussion at Plymouth District Library Are you an avid reader and want to share your thoughts? Brown Bag Books will meet at noon at the Plymouth District Library. The book discussion group meets monthly. Coffee is provided by the library, and attendees are welcome to bring a lunch. See the check-out desk for a copy of the current title.  4. Catch Christmas …

Trivia: What was the name of the department store where Will Ferrell's Buddy the Elf and Zooey Deschanel's Jovie worked in the film "Elf"?  Bonus: Name another holiday film where this store was featured. Yesterday's trivia answer: Kris Kringle lists his home address as Brooks' Home for the Aged in "Miracle on 34th Street." 5. Plymouth-Canton band boosters, directors to take a shift at McDonald's in Canton The Plymouth-Canton Music Boosters (PCMB) together with the Plymouth-Canton band directors at Plymouth-Canton Educational Park are hosting a fundraising event at McDonald’s in Canton from 5-…

Trivia: What did Kris Kringle list as his home address in the original "Miracle on 34th Street" film?  Yesterday's trivia answer: Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel did a duet of "Baby, It's Cold Outside" in the film "Elf." 5. Plymouth City Commission meets tonight The Plymouth City Commission meets at 7 p.m. tonight at Plymouth City Hall. 4. Catch Christmas films this week at Penn Theatre The Penn Theatre in downtown Plymouth rounds out its holiday classic film series this week with a Thursday screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (at 7 p.m.) and screening of The Polar Express on …

Trivia: Which famous "wonderful toy" is owned by a company headquartered in Plymouth? Yesterday's trivia answer: This year marks the 31st year of the Plymouth Ice Festival. Our hearts go out to those impacted by Friday's tragedy in Newtown, CT. Our colleagues at Newtown Patch have been working tirelessly to bring the latest reports to the public. We've shared a piece detailing how parents can try to explain Friday's events to their children.  5. Experience Dickens Christmas at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The Plymouth …

Trivia: When did the Plymouth Ice Festival begin? Yesterday's trivia answer: "A Christmas Story" is based on Jean Shepherd's "In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash." 5. Experience Dickens Christmas at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The Plymouth Historical Museum has its Dickens Christmas exhibit open each Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 13.  4. Like us on Facebook! Can't get enough of Plymouth-Canton Patch? Like us on Facebook to stay up-to-date. 3. Red Wings alumni to play charity game in Plymouth The Detroit…

Trivia: On which work was "A Christmas Story" based? Yesterday's trivia answer: If you feed a mogwai after midnight, it forms a cocoon and turns into a Gremlin! 5. Experience Dickens Christmas at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The Plymouth Historical Museum has its Dickens Christmas exhibit open each Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 13.  4. Like us on Facebook! Can't get enough of Plymouth-Canton Patch? Like us on Facebook to stay up-to-date. 3. 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' screens tonight at Penn …

Today's trivia question: According to a movie set around Christmas, what happens if you feed a mogwai after midnight?   Yesterday's trivia answer: The conductor punches the word "Humility" onto the know-it-all's train ticket in "The Polar Express." 5. Today's date is a once-in-a-lifetime event Today's date, 12/12/2012, will be the last such triple date for almost a century! The next one isn't until January 1, 2101. 4. Plymouth Township Planning Commission Meets The Plymouth Township Planning Commission will meet 7 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room. 3. Enter Patch's 'Deck the House' Contest …

Trivia: In "The Polar Express," which word did the conductor punch onto the ticket of the know-it-all child?  Yesterday's trivia answer: "Christmas With the Kranks" was based on "Skipping Christmas" by John Grisham. 5. Canton Township Board of Trustees meets tonight The Canton Township Board of Trustees meets at 7 p.m. tonight at the Canton Administration Building.   4. Plymouth Township Board of Trustees meets tonight The Plymouth Township Board of Trustees meets tonight at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Township Hall. Here's what's on the agenda: Public hearing: Amendment of 2012 General Fund budget …

Trivia: Which Christmas movie was based on a John Grisham novel? Yesterday's trivia answer: "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the short story "The Greatest Gift", written by Philip Van Doren Stern in 1939, and privately published by the author in 1945. 5. Experience Dickens Christmas at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The Plymouth Historical Museum has its Dickens Christmas exhibit open each Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 13.  4. Like us on Facebook! Can't get enough of Plymouth-Canton Patch? Like us on …

Trivia: On which work was "It's a Wonderful Life" based? Yesterday's trivia answer: The name of the elf portrayed by Dudley Moore in "Santa Claus: The Movie" is named Patch. 5. Experience Dickens Christmas at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The Plymouth Historical Museum has its Dickens Christmas exhibit open each Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 13.  4. Like us on Facebook! Can't get enough of Plymouth-Canton Patch? Like us on Facebook to stay up-to-date. 3. Plan ahead: Chris Osgood, Manny Legace to appear at …

Trivia: What is the name of the elf who goes to work for John Lithgow's character in the 1985 film "Santa Claus: The Movie"? Hint: If you're reading this, it's a fitting name. Yesterday's trivia answer: Ron Howard's adaptation of Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is the highest-grossing Christmas film of all time. 5. Mr. Steve of SteveSongs in concert tonight PBS Star Mr. Steve" will be in concert 6 p.m. at the Village Theater at Cherry Hill. Steve Roslonek, ‘SteveSongs’, blends participatory songs, clever stories and great melodies. In May 2008, Steve took on the role of "Mr. Steve…

Trivia: When did "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" first air on television? Yesterday's trivia answer: Peter Billingsley, best known as Ralphie in "A Christmas Story," played an elf supervisor in "Elf." 5. Check out new single, holiday song from Canton pop-rock band Check out both a new single and a Christmas-themed song from Canton band TwentyForSeven here on Plymouth-Canton Patch. The band's new single earned rave reviews from MTV's Buzzworthy blog. 4. Experience Dickens Christmas this week at Plymouth Historical Museum Want some historical perspective on Charles Dickens' life and works? The…