5 Things You Need to Know Today — Oct. 17, 2012

Trivia: When is the last time the New York Yankees have been swept in an MLB playoff series?

Yesterday's trivia answer: There have been, by our count, three female mayors in the history of the City of Plymouth.

5. Pumpkin Palooza is this weekend

Get into the Halloween spirit this Sunday in downtown Plymouth for the second-ever Pumpkin Palooza. The event runs noon-3 p.m., is open to all ages, and offers games, candy and activities throughout the downtown area. Look for Plymouth-Canton Patch's tent — we'll have games and prizes!

4. Show off your Halloween costume, win $5,000

It doesn’t matter if you’re Lady Gaga or Lady Liberty for Halloween—if you have an awesome costume, showcase your creation in our Best Halloween Costume in America Contest.

Last year, the , won. This year, it could be you. Enter our contest for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize!

3. Share your photos from the Great Lakes Regional Chili Cookoff

The Great Lakes Regional Chili Cookoff was Sunday in downtown Plymouth. Post your photos of your favorite selections here on Patch and view the winners from the festival here!

2. Canton gets dressed up

At 2 p.m. Sunday at the Summit on the Park ballroom a historical and multicultural fashion show will take place featuring a silent auction, prizes and light refreshments. During the fashion show, the audience will view special occasion women's clothing from various eras in Canton's past, as well as those from the many ethnic, religious, and cultural groups that live in the Canton community. Display and auction are at 2 p.m. The show starts at 2:30 p.m.

Community groups are invited to loan and model outfits for this event; please contact chsfashionshow@yahoo.com. Tickets cost $15 and are available at the Summit on the Park, the Village Theater box office or by phone at (734) 394-5300, and online. All proceeds from this event will fund Canton Historical Society preservation and education programs for the Canton community.

More Information: http://www.cantonvillagetheater.org

1. Cairn to Cairn performs at Village Theater in Canton

Ann Arbor's Cairn to Cairn is the trio of vocalist-guitarist Terry Farmer, vocalist-flutist Kelly McDermott, and bassit Rob Crozier, creating a potent blend of Celtic, folk, world and original music.

The group performs 8-9:30 p.m. Friday at the Village Theater at Cherry Hill in Canton.

An amalgamation of three distinct musical personalities, Cairn to Cairn melds classical technique with rock 'n' roll, and folk songwriting with elements of improvised freedom. Never satisfied with the status quo, these talented musicians continue to look for the next cairn.