5 Things You Need to Know Today — July 3, 2012

Trivia: Before being hosted at the Inn at St. John's, where in Michigan did the Concours d'Elegance take place?

The answer to yesterday's trivia: The Wizard of Oz, Gone With the Wind, The Sheik and 2001: A Space Odyssey.

This week is Independence Day week! Here's what else is going on in town and on Plymouth-Canton Patch:

5. What is the best bakery in Plymouth-Canton?

Where is the best bakery in Plymouth and Canton?

Nominate your favorite bakery on Plymouth-Canton Patch.

Patch relaunched its Readers' Choice contests under a new format. This process will be more democratic, allowing you, the reader, to nominate your favorite spots in 25 different categories. You can check out all 25 categories here. Categories include best coffee, pizza, burger, bar or restaurant atmosphere and more.

4. Local gas prices take a dip this week

Fourth of July travelers are getting a break this year with gas prices taking a dip before the holiday.

According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Metro Detroit was $3.47 on Monday morning, down from $3.57 a week ago and $3.77 one year ago.

Here are some current prices for a gallon of regular gas at a few nearby stations, according to the Plymouth-Canton Patch Commute page:

• Plymouth One Stop, 129 W. Ann Arbor Trail: $3.40
• Marathon, 402 N. Mill St.: $3.46
• , 14888 Northville Road: $3.46

3. Plan your July 4 week in Plymouth-Canton

It's Fourth of July week, and Plymouth and Canton have plenty of festivities to honor the holiday, as well as summer events to help add some spark to your summer. Check our Fourth of July guide here on Plymouth-Canton Patch.

2. Post your garage sale on Plymouth-Canton Patch

It's garage sale season! And if you're having a sale, tell Plymouth-Canton Patch readers all about it.

Here's how:

• In our Events listing at the top of the home page, click on "Add an Event."
• Give your event a title and write a short description. Make sure you select the date and time for the sale.
• Under category, select "Garage Sales."

1. Tonight: Plymouth Township fireworks

Get ready for big booms and bursts of light and color tonight at . The annual fireworks show begins at 10 p.m.

Bringing a camera? Here are some tips on how to photograph fireworks.

Planning to stock up on some fireworks of your own for this week? Make sure you understand Michigan's new fireworks laws and read up on some safety tips.