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BOULEVARD: Thanksgiving dinner, potluck - Imperial Valley Press Online - Our Towns ... BOULEVARD: Thanksgiving dinner, potluck By IMPERIAL VALLEY PRESS STAFF ... Sacred Rocks Reserve and RV Park will have a free Thanksgiving dinner potluck at 4 p.m. Thursday at the RV Park, 1331 Shasta Way, Boulevard. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Obama: US Economy Has 'Core Strengths' Nov 24, 2009
"We cannot sit back and be satisfied given the extraordinarily high unemployment levels that we've seen," Obama said in wrapping up a pre-Thanksgiving session with his Cabinet as other senior aides packed the meeting room ... Sitting between Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Defense Secretary Robert Gates, Obama told his Cabinet to get some rest over the Thanksgiving holiday. (ABC News -- Wire)
Business Highlights Nov 24, 2009
Volume was thin ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, which can exaggerate the size of swings in the market ... Retail gasoline prices headed downward in most places at the beginning of one of the country's busiest travel weeks, with more than 33 million people expected to hit the road for the Thanksgiving holiday. (ABC News -- Wire)
Holiday travel advice debunked Nov 24, 2009
By driving or flying on Thanksgiving or on Christmas Eve, you not only avoid traffic but also can save a bundle on your plane ticket ... Checking the weather is probably an act of futility, because never in my 41 Thanksgivings on this planet have I canceled a holiday road trip because of inclement weather. (CNN -- Travel)
Reality stars join celebrities reopening nightclub Nov 24, 2009
The casino announced a three-day grand reopening event that starts on Wednesday night, takes a days rest for Thanksgiving, and then continues Friday and Saturday ... Before you get caught up in the hectic activities of Thanksgiving Week, why not treat yourself to an evening of baroque music. (Fresno Bee)
Thanksgiving school vacations // Nov 24, 2009
Thanksgiving school vacations ... Wahpeton Public and St. John's schools will dismiss at regular times Wednesday, Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving vacation and resume Monday, Nov. 30 ... Breckenridge Public and St. Mary's schools will not be in session Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25-27 for Thanksgiving break. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Thanksgiving races in Murphys Nov 24, 2009
Posted: Monday, November 23, 2009 1:31 PM CST The Turkey Trot will take place on Thanksgiving morning, at 9 o'clock. Registration is free, and T-shirts will be available to purchase. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Sharp fall in Chinese stocks as dollar firms Nov 24, 2009
Investors could be in for a volatile day if thinning volumes ahead of the US Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday also exacerbate the reaction to a slew of economic data. EDITORS CHOICE. (FT.com -- Markets)
Valley retailers see extra Black Friday pressure Nov 24, 2009
Day-after-Thanksgiving kickoff to holiday shopping season expected to be hectic ... And this year's traditional day-after-Thanksgiving kickoff to the holiday shopping season is starting earlier than ever ... Fashion Fair mall plans to open at midnight after Thanksgiving for the first time. (Fresno Bee)
North Iowa Entertainment Briefs Nov 24, 2009
Preview will print early due to the Thanksgiving holiday. User Comments - No comments posted. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Thanksgiving kicks off holiday season Nov 24, 2009
Thanksgiving week is finally here ... During last year s Thanksgiving holiday in Louisiana, 17 people were killed and 831 were injured in crashes, according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission ... The 2008 Thanksgiving holiday ranked second only behind Halloween for the most deaths in crashes during a holiday. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Costa: Thanksgiving is as sweet as sugar Nov 24, 2009
Thanksgiving is upon us and ushers in a holiday season laden with my biggest challenge baked goods ... After all, I have been known to eat a piece of apple pie and a piece of pumpkin pie for breakfast on the day after Thanksgiving ... I also ate two pieces of pie on the previous day, Thanksgiving Day. (Westford Eagle, MA)
The week ahead Nov 24, 2009
Retailers hope that Thanksgiving will mark the start of an intense, festive shopping season ... AFTER the frugality of the economic slump, America's retailers are hoping for a stampede of eager shoppers on Black Friday, a traditional day of buying frenzy after the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday November 26th. (The Economist)
Pioneers Head to Stony Brook Tuesday Night Nov 24, 2009
SHU faces winless Seawolves prior to Thanksgiving Holiday. Lindsey Gibson. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Dog demonstrates love Nov 24, 2009
Well, here's some Thanksgiving trivia to get you off the hook. Q: What was the first Thanksgiving menu ... Q: When did Macy's begin Thanksgiving parades in New York. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Today in the Kitchen: Spritz up Thanksgiving with something new Nov 24, 2009
As Thanksgiving approaches, we start to have hankerings for golden roast turkey, cranberry relish, savory stuffing ... The new release, Beaujolais Nouveau, becomes available each year on the third Thursday of November, and is therefore something of a tradition for Thanksgiving. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Health care bill moves ahead Nov 24, 2009
Senate to start ironing out differences after Thanksgiving recess ... The debate on amending the proposal will begin after Congress returns from its Thanksgiving break next week and is expected to last for weeks. (CNN)
Black Friday shopping expected to soar Nov 24, 2009
Overall, as many as 134 million people said they will shop the days following Thanksgiving, according to the survey ... Overall, as many as 134 million people said they will shop on the Friday, Saturday or Sunday after Thanksgiving, up 6 percent from 128 million people the previous year ... Toys R Us announced last week that it will open at midnight on Thanksgiving and offer deals 70 deals then and 50 more doorbuster deals at 5 a.m.. (CNN)
Full Plates Nullify Thanksgiving Calorie Cuts Nov 24, 2009
Good news this Thanksgiving: Compared to 50 years ago, some staples of the Turkey Day table have fewer calories ... While Americans are notorious for cranking up the calories and portions compared to a generation or so ago, small changes in the nation's diet seem to have buffered Thanksgiving dinner from some -- but not all -- of our bigger-better mentality ... Previous studies of non-Thanksgiving recipes by lab director Brian Wansink had found that calorie counts for many classic cookbook... (Click2Houston, TX)
State Police sobriety checkpoint on Thanksgiving holiday Nov 24, 2009
Mon Nov 23, 2009, 09:36 AM EST. Boxford Middleton Topsfield. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
AP-GfK Poll: Debt Turning Shoppers Into Scrooges Nov 24, 2009
The traditional kickoff of the holiday sales season is Friday -- the day after Thanksgiving ... Thanksgiving celebrates -- among other things -- an abundant harvest. (Click2Houston, TX)
Nearly Black Friday: Let Shopping BeginEarly Black Friday sales at Best Buy, Walmart and others. Nov 24, 2009
Many of the deals are available online now, before the morning of Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving ... Many stores also have promotions planned for Cyber Monday, which is the Monday after Thanksgiving when retailers offer their best promotions to online shoppers to kick off the holiday season ... Macy's rolled out its yearly Thanksgiving sale. (ABC News -- Business)
Are You a Black Friday Shopper? Nov 24, 2009
Will you be shopping for big bargains the Friday after Thanksgiving -- or on Thanksgiving itself ... The day after Thanksgiving, often referred to as "Black Friday", is being looked at this year as an indicator of the health this years holiday shopping season and the possible demise of retailers that are on the brink. (ABC News -- Business)
Rain may put pumpkin pie in peril Nov 24, 2009
Nestle said it has seen the popularity of pumpkin grow recently as more people have become aware of its health benefits, but Thanksgiving is the company's peak season. Pie makers can still use fresh pumpkin or other brands. (MSNBC -- Business)
A Troubled Thanksgiving 2009 Nov 24, 2009
I have always loved Thanksgiving ... So, it is with a heavy heart that I write that my mood on this Thanksgiving will not be the same as on any other I have ever experienced ... Location: TX Reply # 2 Date: Nov 24, 2009 - 12:50 AM EST Thanksgiving for the far left The American people have little to be thankful for this Thanksgiving due to President Obama. (Townhall.com)
A Thanksgiving Revival Nov 24, 2009
However, this Thanksgiving holiday provides America with an opportunity to reflect on our Thanksgiving history and tradition while giving thanks to God for seeing us through another year ... The celebration of Thanksgiving Day can be traced hundreds of year to the birth of our nation ... According to David Barton of Wall Builders, a project devoted to the intersection of faith and culture, colonists observed a day of Thanksgiving as far back as 1541 in Texas, 1565 in Florida, and Virginian... (Townhall.com)
The Magic of Christmas: Macy's Celebrates the Holidays With Communities Across the Country Nov 24, 2009
In addition to the 83rd Annual Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade, here are some of the Macys traditions old and new in cities around the country ... Thanksgiving Night Nov. 26, 2009, 7-8 p.m., Lenox Square ... The event takes place live Thanksgiving night at Macys Atlanta flagship store at Lenox Square and is broadcast on WSB-TV.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Elite Competition, Rufus the Therapy Dog, New Breeds and More in National Dog Show Presented By Purina Thanksgiving Day on NBC Following Macy's Parade Nov 24, 2009
NEW YORK, Nov. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- The NBC Thanksgiving Day special "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina," will crown one of America's great show dogs as its 2009 champion while offering special coverage of Rufus the therapy dog and introducing three, new American Kennel Club-sanctioned breeds. The holiday special (noon - 2 p.m. in all time zones) follows the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC and is watched annually by a total of almost 20 million viewers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Clubs and organizations, 11-19 Nov 24, 2009
The group sang Thanksgiving in My Heart and This Is the Day. . (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Sweet, sauer side dishes of Thanksgiving Nov 24, 2009
Jennifer Regester prepares her family's sauerkraut recipe for Thanksgiving dinner at her home in Bozeman, Mont. Originally from Maryland, but with German roots, Regester said it doesn't feel like Thanksgiving if there isn't sauerkraut with the meal ... THANKSGIVING RECIPES. (USA Today -- Life)
Full jets, fees Nov 24, 2009
23: NBC's Tom Costello says holiday travelers should expect to dig deeper into their pockets this Thanksgiving ... CHICAGO - The number of air travelers over the Thanksgiving holiday will be down this year, which means shorter lines and fewer airport hassles, but full planes and new fees may keep passengers grumbling ... The Air Transport Association (ATA), an industry trade group, said this month that it expects a 4 percent year-over-year decline in the number of passengers on U.S. carriers... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Lovitt: Fly vs. drive? Not so fast Nov 24, 2009
4 million American's will be traveling this Thanksgiving holiday ... More Americans are hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year, but fewer than ever are heading to the airport ... Flight delays, slashed schedules, added fees and airport security, they say, have all contributed to an astounding 62-percent drop in the number of travelers that fly over the Thanksgiving holiday since 2000. (MSNBC -- Travel)
San Jose airport holiday traffic down Nov 24, 2009
Passenger traffic is expected to be down 5 to 10 percent this Thanksgiving holiday travel season compared to last year at ... Over the 10-day Thanksgiving travel season, the busiest day is expected to be Sunday, Nov. 29, Day said ... "But if you haven t flown since last Thanksgiving, or even in the last few months, the airport has changed dramatically to make the experience far more comfortable and convenient for Day said Southwest Airlines passengers should be reminded there is long walk... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
MBTA Thanksgiving holiday schedule Nov 24, 2009
The MBTA has announced its service schedule for the Thanksgiving holiday, Wednesday, Nov. 25-Friday, Nov. 27 ... Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Hiles News: Have you seen any deer? Nov 24, 2009
Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Day ... Everybody wants pie for Thanksgiving dinner, and the baking helps warm the house. (Forest Republican, WI)
Are you stressed out over debt? You're not alone Nov 24, 2009
The traditional kickoff of the holiday sales season is Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. This time of year is crucial for merchants, accounting for up to 40 percent of their annual sales. (AZCentral -- News)
14-night Transatlantic cruise from $399 Nov 24, 2009
Re-discover America after Thanksgiving from across the ocean ... The dealAfter you have your fill of Thanksgiving turkey this season, let the celebration continue with cabaret shows, a little roulette, and a spa treatment or two on a last-minute transatlantic odyssey. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Baskas: Travelers give thanks Nov 24, 2009
As Thanksgiving approaches, its a good time for well-mannered travelers to spend a few moments thinking about what there is to be thankful for this year ... com, is thankful that this year her daughters will be spending their Thanksgiving vacation with their great-grandmother ... She lives 3,000 miles away and Thanksgiving air travel is a notorious hassle but it is worth it just knowing that four generations of my family will be able to spend this time together. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Dow climbs to new 13-month high Nov 24, 2009
Multiple reports on the housing market and strength of the consumer as well as data on the nation's total economic output in the third quarter will be released before the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday. The Dow rose 132. (Xinhuanet, China)
Thanksgiving Recipes Nov 24, 2009
Atypical Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes - The Early Show - CBS News ... Atypical Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes ... Jive Turkey restaurant owner Aricka Westbrooks spoke to Harry Smith about deep frying rather than traditional roasting a turkey to serve during the Thanksgiving holiday. (CBS News)
Obama to Make Afghanistan Decision? Nov 24, 2009
The White House is aiming for an announcement by Obama next week, either Tuesday or Wednesday, after Congress returns from its Thanksgiving break ... Sometime after Thanksgiving, which could mean a year from now. (CBS News)
Lesser access for babies? Nov 24, 2009
Don't miss the Thanksgiving Day paper - stuffed with savings. on Facebook. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
We cant keep going on like this. Nov 24, 2009
Have a good day and Thanksgiving week everybody ... A Thanksgiving message to Peloshyt, Reid, Frank and especially the kenyan/idiot ... AThanksgivingMessage. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
A HOLIDAY TRADITION: Lions belong on Thanksgiving Nov 24, 2009
Detroit Lions deserve to keep playing football on Thanksgiving - Dan Shaughnessy - SI.com ... Lions on Thanksgiving as American as turkey, stuffing and apple pie ... It doesn't matter if the Lions lose every year; we need them on Thanksgiving. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Shoppers flock to Russos for annual Thanksgiving prep Nov 24, 2009
Shoppers flock to Russos for annual Thanksgiving prep - Newton, Massachusetts - Newton TAB ... Shoppers flock to Russos for annual Thanksgiving prep ... John Kazarov sleeps while his father, Alex, of Milton, shops at Russo's on Pleasant St., Nov. 21, 2009, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. (Newton Tab, MA)
Newton People Nov 24, 2009
Residents to perform in Macy s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Madeline Sokolove and Emily Paley of Newton have been selected to perform at the 83rd annual Macy s Thanksgiving Day Parade. (Newton Tab, MA)
Residents line up for Thanksgiving boxes Nov 24, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 2:14 AM EST Local residents in need started lining up at 7 a.m. Monday outside the Hudson Salvation Army on Third Street to get free Thanksgiving food packages ... The Salvation Army also hosts a Thanksgiving dinner of its own on Wednesday ... Each holiday box contained more than 25 items intended for Thanksgiving day and the weekend to follow. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Letter Ghent Food Pantry seeking Thanksgiving donations Nov 24, 2009
Letter Ghent Food Pantry seeking Thanksgiving donations ... It is for this reason we are reaching out to the community to ask for support as we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday ... On behalf of the Ghent Food Pantry, we would like to wish everyone a joyous Thanksgiving and thank you again for always being there when we need you. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Bruno trial: Closing arguments delivered Nov 24, 2009
A verdict could be returned on Nov. 24 or 25, but the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday could also push back that timetable. asichko@bizjournals. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Blood bank sees declining donations Nov 24, 2009
Typically we see a decline because of Thanksgiving, said Jay Wimer, spokesman for the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank ... So prior to Thanksgiving we try to build up supplies ... The current decline in blood donations may cause serious problems and concerns at Thanksgiving. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Turkeys won't be the only thing stuffed Nov 24, 2009
Highways, trains and buses will be more crowded as the Thanksgiving travel period gets under way ... And Megabus, the low-fare competitor that's marking its first Thanksgiving in the Capital Region, still had space on some of its buses, although most of those heading north from New York City to Albany on Wednesday were sold out ... On the Thruway, you'll pay 5 percent more for tolls than last Thanksgiving. (Albany Times Union)
'IRON CHEF' WINNER: Garces has much to be grateful for Nov 24, 2009
Iron Chef' Jose Garces has much to celebrate this Thanksgiving - USATODAY.com ... Iron Chef' Jose Garces has much to celebrate this Thanksgiving ... GARCES HAS SAGE ADVICE FOR THANKSGIVING CHEFS. (USA Today)
Post the First Comment Nov 24, 2009
Thanksgiving Day Banquet and other volunteer opportunities - News ... Thanksgiving Day Banquet and other volunteer opportunities ... Media Credit: Volunteers at Epicures Catering work alongside Twin City Missions to help provide Thanksgiving meals to Bryan-College Station residents who might not otherwise have such a meal. (The Battalion, TX)
Bake sale Saturday Nov 24, 2009
Autumn Cake - Expecting guests for Thanksgiving ... Delicious Smoked Pork Butt Just in time for your Thanksgiving Dinner ... Perfect for Thanksgiving or to enjoy today. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Thanksgiving Day Banquet and other volunteer opportunities Nov 24, 2009
Media Credit: Volunteers at Epicures Catering work alongside Twin City Missions to help provide Thanksgiving meals to Bryan-College Station residents who might not otherwise have such a meal. Every Thanksgiving the Twin City Mission has a Thanksgiving Banquet where they cook a Thanksgiving meal, free of charge, for anyone in the community who is in need ... All of the traditional Thanksgiving foods are cooked at the banquet, which is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, including turkey,... (The Battalion, TX)
PHOTO GALLERY: Bridgewater church lends helping hand for Thanksgiving Nov 24, 2009
The members of Central Square Congregational Church put the giving in Thanksgiving ... He said most of the families he s spoken with have kids and want them to be able to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Giving thanks up north Nov 24, 2009
Does Canada celebrate Thanksgiving ... Canada does celebrate Thanksgiving, but earlier in the year than the United States ... Canadian Thanksgiving takes place on the second Monday of October, for a couple of reasons. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Show Transcript: November 24 Nov 24, 2009
CARL AZUZ, CNN STUDENT NEWS ANCHOR: In our last show before we break for Thanksgiving, we are talking about shopping safety, friendly food farmers and a treacherous trek for a turkey ... AZUZ: Okay, the day after Thanksgiving, referred to as Black Friday because it's when retailers expect to start making a profit ... SUSAN CANDIOTTI, CNN CORRESPONDENT: The mad dash for bargains can be funny to watch, but last Thanksgiving weekend in New York, it was horrific. (CNN -- US)
Thanksgiving Misgivings Nov 24, 2009
Washington, DC: For the past few years, I've celebrated Thanksgiving with my boyfriend's family, which includes his ailing, elderly grandmother. But this year, his family is demanding that we pay a coverwe're each being charged $40 per person for a standard Thanksgiving dinner (not catered) ... Meanwhile, he feels like he has to go to the dinner, because he doesn't want to hurt his grandmother's feelings by skipping out on Thanksgiving. (Slate)
The Turkey-Industrial Complex Nov 24, 2009
How do farmers produce so many turkeys for Thanksgiving ... Clearly, there's a lot of demand for turkeys on Thanksgiving ... If are any indication, some 46 million turkeys across America will be trussed up for Thanksgiving dinner this Thursday. (Slate)
Daily television guide Nov 24, 2009
Shakira performs; pediatrician Jim Sears ( The Doctors ) offers child-safety tips for the home; Rachael goes over a Thanksgiving checklist. Regis and Kelly at 9 a.m. on Ch. (Boston Globe)
Turkey is a tradition that’s run its course Nov 24, 2009
Since shortly after amphibians hit dry land, it seems, we have eaten the bird for Thanksgiving and, with rare exceptions, Christmas ... Lobster, the crustacean for all seasons, would be a home run for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Evacuation Day, you name it. (Boston Globe)
Hale promoted to bench Nov 24, 2009
Red Sox employees will help serve meals at the Boston Living Center Celebration of Life Thanksgiving Dinner today starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Hynes Convention Center. The annual dinner benefits New England s largest HIV/AIDS community. (Boston Globe)
Slimming members share their tips for a Syn-free Thanksgiving! Nov 23, 2009
Slimming members share their tips for a Syn-free Thanksgiving ... If youre worried that a gain of 9, 10 or even 15lbs during Thanksgiving is as inevitable as Wal-Mart running out of cranberry sauce, you dont need to worry any more ... But its true we encourage slimmers to eat as much as they want this thanksgiving of the right foods and to allow themselves treats every day. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Holiday dinners planned for today, Thursday Nov 23, 2009
Thanksgiving Dinners ... Here's a list of free Thanksgiving dinners offered this week ... Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, along with many other congregations from greater Daytona Beach, will host a pre-Thanksgiving dinner today at 7 p.m. at 201 University Blvd., Daytona Beach. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
