Friday, November 16, 2012
Here's what you need to know today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: Which company installed the boulevard tree lights in downtown Plymouth? Yesterday's trivia answer: The Detroit Lions last won a Thanksgiving game in 2003 against the Green Bay Packers. Christmas trees decorated by local families, service clubs, groups and businesses will be ready for decorating and viewing in Kellogg Park in downtown Plymouth starting today until Jan. 2. Hindus around the world are celebrating the five-day festival of Diwali. The literal meaning of Diwali in Sanskrit is "row of lamps.” The most popular tradition of Diwali is filling little clay lamps with oil and decorating homes with rows of lamps that are kept burning all night long. In its true essence, Diwali signifies the victory of Goodness over Evil, Light …
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: Which new burger joint just opened its doors across the street from Saxton's in downtown Plymouth? Yesterday's trivia answer: In 1972, one Republican elector from Virginia defected from casting his vote for Richard Nixon and instead cast his vote for the Libertarian candidate John Hospers. Hindus around the world are celebrating the five-day festival of Diwali. The literal meaning of Diwali in Sanskrit is "row of lamps.” The most popular tradition of Diwali is filling little clay lamps with oil and decorating homes with rows of lamps that are kept burning all night long. In its true essence, Diwali signifies the victory of Goodness over Evil, Light over Darkness and Knowledge over Ignorance. Read more about Diwali here. The …
Friday, November 9, 2012
Happy Friday! Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: What has caused the most recent closing of the Washington Monument to the public? Yesterday's trivia answer: Five presidents lost re-election bids since 1900: Downtown Plymouth's holiday tree lighting and Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive kickoff are 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Kellogg Park. The Salvation Army band also will make an appearance. Stop by from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Dollar Tree to pack a shoe box for Operation Christmas Child. Pack a simple shoe box with school supplies, toys, hygiene items, and other small gifts. Operation Christmas Child has collected and distributed over 94 million shoe box gifts for needy children in more than 130 countries and territories. The Plymouth Whalers host their cross-river rivals, the Windsor …
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: While Benjamin Franklin is credited with first mentioning the idea of Daylight Saving, who first proposed it, and when was it finally implemented? Yesterday's trivia answer: The first outdoor game between two NHL teams was an official pre-season match-up on Sept. 27, 1991. The game took place in the parking lot of Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV, and featured the Los Angeles Kings and the New York Rangers. Meet and learn more about adopting former racing greyhounds noon to 3 p.m. at Petco, 43465 Ford Road in Canton. GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan, Inc. is a rescue organization that began from a vision to save greyhounds from the greyhound racing industry. Spend the afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Inn at St. …
Friday, November 2, 2012
Happy Friday! Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: How long has Plymouth City Manager Paul Sincock held his title? Yesterday's trivia answer: November got its name from the Latin novem meaning "nine" since it was the ninth month in the Roman calendar. Local residents and interested voters are invited to the Muslim Community of Western Suburbs (Canton Mosque), 40440 Palmer Road, 8:15 p.m. Friday to meet and ask questions of candidates running for township, county and state positions. Because Halloween activities were postponed on the East Coast, our Halloween Costume Contest deadline has been extended to 11:59 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5. 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 …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: What was the first Stephen King novel adapted into a film? Yesterday's trivia answer: The photo was taken at Happy's Pizza in Plymouth. With all the build-up, everyone is excited to get into costume and hit the streets for trick-or-treating. See what Plymouth and Canton's trick-or-treating hours are here. Sign up for our newsletter to get a nice wrap-up of the content for the day sent straight to your email. It's convenient and easy! Join residents of Independence Village, a retirement community and assisted living facility, 2 p.m. for a Halloween Party. There will be a Halloween costume contest and a free lunch. Elections are only six days away! Stay informed on the candidates and ballot proposals by visiting our elections topic …
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: Which famous Disney character was voiced by Plymouth-raised actor Tom Hulce? Yesterday's trivia answer: Mitt Romney attended Cranbrook. Join Snail Mail for Seniors 2 p.m. at the Plymouth Community Arts Council in making greeting cards for area seniors using original artwork, rubber stamps, collages and more. All materials are provided and children must be accompanied by an adult. An optional $2 donation per person may be given to cover the cost of postage. Snail Mail for Seniors is a Canton based non-profit providing handmade cards to seniors from assisted living apartments, nursing homes, and private homes that love receiving mail. Meals on Wheels recipients in the area also receive their cards. When Plymouth and Canton Patch …
Friday, October 26, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: How many movies has filmmaker George A. Romero ("Night of the Living Dead") made as part of his "...of the Dead" zombie film series? Yesterday's trivia answer: Compuware Arena provides 3,504 seats for Ontario Hockey League games and 4,500 seats for concerts and other performances. Celebrate Halloween early at Family BOO Bash 6 to 9 p.m. at Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center. Tickets are $25 and activities include a buffet dinner, desserts, arts & crafts, hayride, trick-or-treating, the friendly forest and the haunted room. Don a costume and some running shoes for theWicked Halloween Run 7 a.m. Oct. 28 in downtown Plymouth. There will be a 10K, 5K and monster mile run, which all start and finish in Kellogg Park. Entertainment …
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: What is the arena capacity at Compuware Arena — excluding standing-room? Yesterday's trivia answer: The Tigers have won four World Series and the Giants have won six, which includes wins as the New York Giants. If you count only wins as the San Francisco Giants, then they only have one win. Don a costume and some running shoes for the Wicked Halloween Run 7 a.m. Oct. 28 in downtown Plymouth. There will be a 10K, 5K and monster mile run, which all start and finish in Kellogg Park. Entertainment includes an on-stage dance performance of Michael Jackson's "Thriller." Watch "Abbot & Costello Meet Frankenstein" 7 p.m. at the Penn Theatre. It's a classic Halloween comedy about two hapless freight handlers who encounter Dracula, the …
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Here's what's going on today in Plymouth and Canton.
Trivia: Michigan defeated Michigan State on Saturday for the first time since 2007. Which school holds the series edge from 2002 through 2012? Yesterday's trivia answer: Justin Verlander, Omar Infante and Ramon Santiago all played for both the 2006 and 2012 Detroit Tigers. The University of Michigan Wolverines beat the Michigan State Spartans Saturday in football for the first time since 2007. See our gallery of Patchers with Michigan and Michigan State pride! The Canton Historical Society presents a fashion show at Summit on the Park featuring historical and cultural special occasion women's clothing. There will be displays, a silent auction and light refreshments. Tickets are $15. It doesn’t matter if you’re Lady Gaga or Lady Liberty for…
Tom Dusbiber
9:15 am on Friday, November 16, 2012
The current LED boulevard tree lights in Downtown Plymouth, were installed by Holiday Lighting Service, based in Manchester, MI. more ›