5 Things You Need to Know Today — June 12, 2012

Trivia: Former Plymouth Whaler Justin Williams raised the Stanley Cup last night as a member of the Los Angeles Kings. Before Williams, who was the last former Whaler to raise the Stanley Cup as an NHL player?

The answer to Monday's trivia: Red Wings Valtteri Filppula and Drew Miller visited Kroger in Plymouth Township to .

5. Plan your summer with our Summer Guide

Looking for the best festivals and outdoor concerts in Plymouth and Canton this summer? Check our guide here on Patch with a full listing of festivals, events and concerts in the two communities. 

4. Plymouth Community Band plays Kellogg Park on Thursday

The Plymouth Community Band will play , beginning 7:30 p.m. Thursday, as part of .

3. Submit photos of your Patch of Michigan and win!

There's just something about Michigan that makes it special. Whether it's on a lake Up North or in a backyard downstate, Michigan has an allure that cannot be denied. So why not share your visions of Michigan in photos in our Your Patch of Michigan photo contest, and possibly win a prize for doing so?

, showing off some of what is the best Michigan has to offer – and more importantly, what Michigan means to each person.

Send your submissions here.

2. Canton's Liberty Fest starts Thursday

Prepare for carnival rides, live music and family-friendly entertainment as Liberty Fest returns to Canton next week. The festival runs June 14-16 at Heritage Park in Canton. You can find more details on the event's website.

1. Brag about your graduate on Patch

Have a grad this year? Or was your son or daughter a Dean's List recipient at their college? and let your neighbors know! Attach a photo and maybe we'll feature it on the front page of Patch!