5 Things You Need to Know Today — Dec. 20, 2012

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 we've featured Alternative Christmas and Classic Rock Christmas. We've even included a virtual fireplace for effect.

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 screening tonight of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (at 7 p.m.) and screening of The Polar Express on the following days and times:

• Friday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 22 at 5 and 7 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 23 at 5 and 7 p.m.

All seats are $3 (cash only). 

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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 area today as part of our weekly job listings feature. Check here for the latest listings, or check the job listings in our classifieds.