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5 Things You Need to Know Today — Aug. 3, 2012

Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.

Trivia: Which Olympic-level coach has most recently worked with Canton's Allison Schmitt? (hint: he also works with the most decorated Olympian of all-time)

Yesterday's trivia answer: The women's world record for the 4x200m freestyle relay is 7:42.08 held by China and set in 2009.

- as answered correctly by Patch reader Tom Dusbiber

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5. Today: Tiny Tot Olympics at Heritage Park

Join Canton Leisure Services near the Amphitheater at 10 a.m. today for this gold medal event! Children ages 2-6 can participate in Olympic-inspired events that are just the right size for them! Each participant will receive their very own "gold medal".  This is a great photo opportunity so please bring your camera. No pre-registration required.  The $3/participant fee should be paid on site.

4. John E. Lawrence plays Canton's Willow Creek Plaza tonight

Jazz artist John E. Lawrence will perform tonight at  in Canton. The concert is part of the Canton Downtown Development Authority's Canton Color Tour live jazz series. The music starts at 7 p.m.

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3. The Avengers continues at Penn Theatre in Plymouth today

Did you miss out on the blockbuster superhero flick The Avengers the first time around? The film soars into the historic, nonprofit  today with a screening today at 7 p.m. and continuing throughout the weekend with the following showtimes:

  • Friday: 7 p.m.
  • Saturday: 4 and 7 p.m.
  • Sunday: 4 and 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, Aug. 9: 7 p.m.

All seats are $3. 

2. The Crutches perform at Kellogg Park in Plymouth tonight

Party band The Crutches will perform at Music in the Air in in downtown Plymouth tonight, starting at 7 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public and runs until about 9 p.m.

1. Share your Team USA pride for Canton Olympian Allison Schmitt on Patch

Canton native Allison Schmitt continues to accumulate medals, going 4-for-4 in medal opportunities at this year's Olympic Games. The  grad earned her  Wednesday in the women's 4x200-meter relay.

Locally (), fans are ecstatic, even  in front of .

How are you showing your support? Tell us in the comments on our  page, and upload photos of any signs or gatherings you've had to cheer on Schmitt and Team USA.


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