5 Things You Need to Know Today — Dec. 16, 2012

Trivia: Which song did Zooey Deschanel and Will Ferrell sing together in "Elf"? 

Yesterday's trivia answer: POOF-Slinky is based in Plymouth.

5. Longest Night service today in Plymouth

Christmas is a time of celebration. But, it can also be a time filled with feelings of loss as families contemplate Christmas without loved ones. If you or anyone you know is experiencing pain mixed with the joy of Christmas, the First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth invites you to visit the church at 5 p.m. Sunday for its Longest Night service.

4. Last Day to Enter Patch's 'Deck the House' Contest For a Chance to Win $100,000 for PCCS

We’re launching our annual Deck the House Contest to find the most over-the-top holiday decorations in America.

If this sounds like your house, upload a photo or video of your home to our contest page through Dec. 16. Check here for the contest page.

3. Sign up for our newsletter!

Do you get our newsletter? It's easy to start! Sign up for the Plymouth-Canton Patch newsletter and get the biggest stories, breaking news alerts and more sent to your inbox each day. 

2. Save on your holiday shopping!

Having trouble staying within budget for holiday gifts? Read about five ways to save on your shopping.

1. Looking for a job? You've come to the right place

If you're looking for work, you might be in luck. We've compiled a list of businesses hiring in the areaas part of our weekly job listings feature. Check here for the latest listings, or check the job listings in our classifieds.