5 Things to Know Today: Dec. 11, 2011

1. The weather

Today will be sunny with a high of 36 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight it will be mostly clear with a low around 23.

2. Gas prices

According to DetroitGasPrices.com, the lowest reported gasoline price in the Novi area as of Saturday night was $3.33 per gallon at the Speedway on Haggerty and 14 Mile roads.

3. Get a photo of your pet with Santa

Bring your dog or cat to get a photo with Santa Claus today only from 9-10:45 a.m. at . Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier and up-to-date on all shots. Space is limited.

For more info on where to get photos with Santa and more things to do this holiday season, check out our .

4. Last chance to see Hansel & Gretel

Today is the last performance of the Novi Civic Theatre's production of Hansel & Gretel. The show is at 2 p.m. in the Novi , and tickets cost $12 for adults and $10 for children and seniors.

5. Share you stories and photos with Patch

Here at Patch, we love when Novi residents can share photos and stories with us! Check out our Citizen Contributions page to see what others have shared, and feel free to to the site, to our events calendar, or email us photos at novi@patch.com.