Five Things You Need to Know August 9, 2011

1. Last Day to Register

Registration ends today for barrier-free baseball at Bilkie Family Field, home of the Miracle League of Plymouth. Visit www.miracleleagueplymouth.org for details.

2. Dog Park Grand Opening

Canton Township's 5-acre, gets a proper grand opening — presuming the weather cooperates —  from 5:30 to 7:30 tonight. People and dogs are invited to attend the dog park ceremony, on Denton Road, just north of Cherry Hill Road (across from Canton Fire Station No. 3). Free.

3. Pippi Longstocking

The adorable red-haired and impish Pippi Longstocking is brought to life in the 8th Wonder Production's of the classic childrens' tale, onstage at 10 a.m. today at Village Theater at Cherry Hill, 50400 Cherry Hill Rd. Tickets prices range from $5 to $15 and can be purchased at the door or online.

4. Gas: $3.56

, 41350 Ford Rd. at Haggerty Road, is selling gas for $3.56 (lowest in the township) a gallon, according to GasBuddy.com, as of 10 p.m. Monday.

5. Plan Ahead: Cruz'n 528 Car Show

Whether prepping for the Woodward Dream Cruise or trying to stay as far away as possible, car buffs can comfortably check out fine rides at , 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at VFW Mayflower/Lt. Gamble Post 6695, 1426 S. Mill St. (Lilley Rd.), Plymouth. Bring a classic car or check out others'. Money raised from the 50/50 raffle and food sales is used for veteran relief efforts.