There is a lot to celebrate about Brighton Area: great family-friendly activities, great food, great local shops and services.

But what's the best? 

Earlier this summer, we asked you to help us gather nominations for Patch Readers' Choice 2012. For three weeks in June and July you told us about your favorite hair restaurants, your favorite dentist and the best place to buy gifts.

Now it's time to put those nominations to a vote.

Cast your vote by Aug. 17 and help us decide who's best. Whichever business gets the most votes will be named the Readers' Choice winner in that category. You must log in to Patch to vote; you may vote once in each category. The winners will be announced Aug. 24.

Click each link below to be taken to the poll, then cast your vote!

Happy voting!

Food

• Best pizza
• Best takeout
• Best romantic dinner spot
• Best coffee shop
• Best ice cream/sweet shop
• Outdoor dining

Shopping

• Best place to buy a gift
• Best grocery store
• Best car dealership

Services

• Best dentist
• Best nonprofity/charity organization
• Best mechanic
• Best car wash
• Best dry cleaner
• Best gym
• Best hair salon
• Best veterinarian

Kids/Family

• Best festival
• Best park/playground
• Best child care/preschool

Entertainment

• Best happy hour
• Best sports bar
• Best boating/lake recreation spot