Church columnists: November 26, 2008 Nov 25, 2008
On Thursday, we'll celebrate Thanksgiving with family and food and football ... This is the week of Thanksgiving ... I hope everyone has a very happy Thanksgiving and good health. (Catoosa County News, GA)
SHELF LIFE - Library’s redesign nearly complete Nov 22, 2008
The library will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26, and remain closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27 and 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our catalog and e-resources will remain available online at. (Missoulian, MT)
Local holiday shopping may feel impact of country's' money woes Nov 22, 2008
"We won't really know until Thanksgiving. We're still two weeks away.". Wal-Mart, which has a super center in Hanford, feels it is "well-positioned" for this economy, said spokeswoman Ashley Hardie. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Stanford News Nov 22, 2008
There will be a large selection of craft items available for both Thanksgiving and Christmas as well as a flea market table with good quality used items for sale ... No meeting will be held on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 27). (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Tongue & Groove is baaack!! Nov 21, 2008
The deadline is fast approaching for our reader-driven Thanksgiving edition of Peach Buzz. E-mail Buzz Central buzz@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
• Events Calendar Nov 21, 2008
"Make-n-Take Thanksgiving Crafts" class will be held 9 a.m. to noon at Twin Falls Creative Arts Center. The class is for adults and children. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
What's going on... Nov 20, 2008
Will also feature a bake sale and flea market from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Shop now for Thanksgiving and Christmas ... Will be the location for a FREE community Thanksgiving Dinner from 11;30 - 1:30 p.m.. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
At home with chef Tyler Florence Nov 20, 2008
Two four-star chefs' Thanksgiving meal showdown. Unhappy people watch more toob. (San Francisco Chronicle)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Nov 20, 2008
Thanksgiving is here again, and in time-honored newspaper tradition, it is my duty to force upon you the "reason for the season." It is the side dish. 550. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Britney Spears opens up one more time Nov 19, 2008
By Herald Wire Services Britney Spears is celebrating her Thanksgiving in France. The singer is planning. (Boston Herald)
Plenty of fun events coming to Britt Nov 14, 2008
Some of the rooms will feature harvest and Thanksgiving decorations, and others will be decorated for Christmas ... Holiday open houses will be held the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 28, and that weekend in Britt. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Out & About: Rock 'n' Bowl, Wash Day art, comic show Nov 14, 2008
Concert of Thanksgiving tonight in Portsmouth. The Portsmouth Music and Arts Center, committed to building community through the arts, will present its fifth annual Concert of Thanksgiving at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14 at the Middle Street Baptist Church, 18 Court St., Portsmouth ... The 100-mile Thanksgiving is tonight. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cheerleaders travel to Macy's Parade Nov 13, 2008
The cheerleaders will be in New York City for six days beginning the Friday before until the Saturday after Thanksgiving. They will practice for five hours each day working on cheers and a dance that will be performed in front of Macy s.. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Collectors of history honor our warriors Nov 13, 2008
Once during a Thanksgiving Day visit in the late 1990s, Keith Myers Jr. decided to show the uniforms to his son. They were gone, Ken Myers remembered the other day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Artwalk! looks to help feed areas families Nov 13, 2008
The wine department will feature wines in all price ranges to accompany Thanksgiving dinner. Crystal Dolphin Gallery. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Survey Shows RVers Adjusting to Economy Nov 12, 2008
Among the respondents, 37 percent said they plan to travel in their RVs over the Thanksgiving weekend and 20 percent over the Christmas/Hanukkah season. Fifteen percent of the respondents described themselves as "snowbirds" who'll take extended RV trips to warmer regions this fall/winter. (PR Newswire)
We're working toward 2009 Nov 8, 2008
Please bring an item of non-perishable food for the local food pantry to help stock the shelves for Thanksgiving. Income from the booth rental and the concession stand are used as a fundraiser for the fair. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
George Breckenridge, 68, telecom executive Nov 7, 2008
Thanksgiving day the same every year. Here are nine ways to liven up your turkey day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Vinod Vinny Malhotra and Nancy Malhotra stand at the counter in Alligator Town Antique Bazaar, at 537 N. Marion St. The store sells antiques and collectibles and is set to soon carry arts and crafts. JEFF M. HARDISON/Lake City Reporter Nov 6, 2008
Its the place to come for Thanksgiving, fall and Christmas decor, Melzer said. The other store is Caring Hearts Uniforms. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Nov 6, 2008
Nov. 6-8 1423 Wilmor St., Racine, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Novelty Christmas, Thanksgiving and patriotic items. Elegant fall wreaths, crochet and knits, afghans, baby afghans, Packer items, eyelash scarves, slippers, scarves, kitchen towels, dish clothes, decorative pillows, bird houses, tea pot cozy, tea cup carrier, stocking stuffers, plants and more. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Slapstick kings Nov 5, 2008
We hope that next Thanksgiving, dads will introduce their kids to the Stooges and create a new generation of knuckleheads, said Peter. Soitenly. (Boston Herald)
Her keen eye built dollhouse collection Nov 3, 2008
After a while, her collection occupied so much space that she could not host Thanksgiving dinner ... Dr. Clack met her Australian husband, Lindsay, in Scotland at a Thanksgiving dinner. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stores hope to scare up shoppers during hard financial times Nov 2, 2008
Martin would not say exactly when, but Kinnucan's will introduce its markdown schedule before its traditional start date of "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving that generally has been thought of as the kick-off sales day for the holiday shopping frenzy ... Adding to retailers' woes are two other factors: this year's traditional shopping season - between Thanksgiving and Christmas - will be almost a week shorter than in 2007, and the most recent consumer survey by Brand Keys Inc. forecasts... (Athens Banner-Herald)
At the Portland Expo Center antique show, people engross themselves (happily) in the past Oct 27, 2008
And that led to her remembering how she used to pluck the pin feathers off the chickens they slaughtered, and how she loves to cook, and the feeling she gets when she sets the Thanksgiving table with her grandmother's china and silver. "It's history, and it's memories," she said. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Valley events Oct 23, 2008
Their fall project is a coat drive and they will be collecting coats for the needy through the Thanksgiving holiday. Anyone who would like to donate coats may bring them to the dance. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Winona businesses gear up for holiday season Oct 19, 2008
Thanksgiving through Christmas is also a busy shopping time, he said ... Employee Amy Krzewinski said the store usually starts setting up the bulk of their holiday items around Thanksgiving. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Weekend calendar Oct 10, 2008
The third annual "Jams for Cans" is Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. This is a Thanksgiving benefit concert to raise nonperishable items for the Shoreline Soup Kitchen. Fall classes are beginning. (Middletown Press, CT)
HOLIDAY BAZAARS Oct 3, 2008
Shop for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decor and gift items ... Holiday Food and Gift Festival, noon-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center, 600 W. Seventh Ave. Check out Anchorage's new convention center while enjoying a show that combines the spirts of Christmas, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Kwanza. (Anchorage Daily News)
Nat. Hunting & Fishing Day is coming Sep 25, 2008
Thanksgiving, 2008, is the 50th edition of this fabled football game. Learn more about a special celebration and order your tickets. (NJ.com -- Times)
Willard Chapel hosts documentary premiere Sep 22, 2008
That was why Roche put in nearly four years worth of work shooting and editing more than 92 hours worth of film into the two-hour long DVD he hoped to release by Thanksgiving. If people remember this place and remember what we got, then they are more likely to continue supporting it in the future, he said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Auburn Autumn Days begins this week Sep 10, 2008
All proceeds from this event will go to purchase Thanksgiving turkeys for families in Logan County. All participants should be registered and ready by 7:45 a.m. at the Auburn City Park. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Pilgrim prestige Sep 7, 2008
Swann said she joined the society in 1991, after reading about it in her local newspaper one Thanksgiving. Since then, she has not missed a single Plymouth conference. (Boston Globe)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
Adopt a Troop for Thanksgiving. Be a Santa to a Senior. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Potter film pulls vanishing act on EW cover Aug 18, 2008
The change left a hole in Hollywoods overall schedule for Nov. 21, the week before Thanksgiving, one of the busiest weekends for theaters. But fantasy fans will not have to do without: A day after Half-Blood Prince moved out, Summit Entertainments vampire romance Twilight, based on another best-selling series of books, moved in, switched from its scheduled Dec. 12 release to Nov. 21. (MSNBC -- News)
Families are the focus at Smith River festival Aug 17, 2008
The theme for this year's festival is harvest think Thanksgiving, which is also the theme of the "costumes encouraged" kid's parade in which anyone or any group can register for free. "If you show up and get in line, you can be in the parade," said Minx. (Daily Triplicate)
Bed and breakfast in Westford: Fitch House Jul 25, 2008
Smithgood said they only light the fireplace on Thanksgiving and Christmas. It gets so hot. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Nelson to the rescue Jul 7, 2008
"It seems to always go off right when you're sitting down to Thanksgiving dinner," Nelson said, adding that happened at least three years in a row. The Coast Guard Auxiliary takes up much of his time in the summer, patrolling mostly on Canyon Ferry Lake. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Special San Diego time for each family member Jul 6, 2008
Last admission at 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Prices are $15 for adults, $10 for those over 62 and for students and military with ID. Children under 5 and active-duty military in uniform are free. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Oak Grove Heights fire department raises money through fireworks stand Jun 28, 2008
Shirley said the auxiliary also uses their monies to help needy families at Thanksgiving and Christmas. He said this is the fourth or fifth year the volunteer firemen have worked this endeavor. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Council votes to consolidate animal control Jun 19, 2008
Youth council members hosted back-to-school events, served at the mayor s Thanksgiving luncheon, tutored students at Joe Cook Elementary School and volunteered at Market Street Festival, among other things, reported Mayor s Youth Council Vice President Kyndall Cox. Additionally, members spoke to student councils at various schools to break barriers and bring everyone together, he added. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Cle Elum's Interactive Toys offers special fun May 9, 2008
I m only closed Christmas, New Year s and Thanksgiving. I get a lot of locals, a lot of people from Ellensburg as well as a fair number of people from outside the area who come to see what I have, she says. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Medallion of Excellence winners Apr 20, 2008
Community service: Helped plan school events through Student Government Association, organized and delivered Thanksgiving meals with Adventist Youth Society and provided visual and audio support with Media Ministries Dept.. Honors awards: Florida African American Education Alliance's "Student of the Year" state finalist; Mr. Pine Ridge High School 2008. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
The Bottom Line: Both losses and gains in Downtown Racine Apr 6, 2008
It wasn t long after the bistro opened that its chef and Stepanski s partner, Lory Patin, began to be overtaken by the lung cancer that took her life on Thanksgiving Day. With Patin unable to work the kitchen, Stepanski said, they pared and simplified the menu and began trying out a series of cooks. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Get a taste of history Mar 30, 2008
On the second Saturday in November, the First Thanksgiving is recreated at their home with participants in Pilgrim costume. Comments. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Town to bask in glow of Lincoln celebrations Feb 12, 2008
Other events include a Civil War-era ball and a pioneer Thanksgiving-style dinner an acknowledgment that Lincoln issued a presidential proclamation setting aside a day in November as a day of Thanksgiving. In September, a group will leave from Rockport, Ind. (Pekin Times, IL)
Senior Center: Year in Review Jan 25, 2008
Thanksgiving a perfect time to write about the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Woodville Rod and Gun Club. I talked about how and why this event got started by Dennis Smith, the many volunteers from the Club and community who work hard at putting it all together and how important an event it is each year. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
China urged to explain military buildup Jan 16, 2008
The four-day visit to China by Admiral Timothy Keating, head of the U.S. Pacific Command, follows a diplomatic spat last year in which China unexpectedly denied the carrier Kitty Hawk a scheduled Thanksgiving port call in Hong Kong. Days earlier, China blocked two U.S. minesweepers from docking in Hong Kong during bad weather. (International Herald Tribune)
Despite slump, drought, Lake Region grew in 2007 Jan 5, 2008
In 2006, the Jenkins announced an invitation to the extended family for Thanksgiving dinner, 2007 ... Speaking to the sizeable family crowd on Thanksgiving Day, Gene said it had been a long trip and got a little teary as, finally, he welcomed the crowd to the couple's new home. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
McCloud recognizes volunteer firefighters for 35 years of service Jan 3, 2008
Following his retirement from the McCloud Volunteer Fire Department, and just two days before Thanksgiving this year, Sloan, his wife, son and daughter moved to Vaughn, Montana, where he intends to buy some property and build a home. In a recent telephone interview he related that he had for wanted for a long time to get out of California, and wanted to make it clear that his decision to leave, wasn't the community, but the state. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
A crisis year, a Christmas comeback Dec 25, 2007
Two days after Thanksgiving, Dora returned. The congregation had moved back to the garage, after a massive cleanup effort and another round of renovations. (Boston Globe)
Dollmaker likes Santa for a subject Dec 24, 2007
Uhrig takes her Santas, along with other Christmas creations, to a number of regional shows each year, including the Country Fair Thanksgiving show in Rapid City and the Ladies Craft Bazaar at CAM-PLEX in Gillette, Wyo. During her 10 years of making Santas, she has gained many repeat customers and stays busy through the winter filling special orders for some of them. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Tree treasures Dec 23, 2007
She starts putting up her Christmas trees before most people are thinking about Thanksgiving. I started Nov. 4, and I finished last Friday night, Huotte says. (Montana Standard, MT)
PHOTOS BY Mario Aguilar | GREEN VALLEY NEWSChristmas enthusiasts Barbara and Jerry Doerr relax in their living Green Valley home, surrounded by seasonal decorations that require about three weeks to set up for the most festive impact, including more than 20 Christmas trees of all sizes. A unique costume jewelry Christmas tree takes place of pride in the Doerr home, lighting up the wall with color and sparkle. Dec 23, 2007
Immediately after Thanksgiving, Barb said, she begins unpacking box after box of Christmas trees, ornaments, dolls, teddy bears, nativity sets and a plethora of everything Christmas. Jerry watches, and that s how the couple likes it. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Setting the scene Dec 21, 2007
It takes two days to arrange all the mangers the day after Thanksgiving. She has sofa throws, pillows and even the cover for her mailbox features a manger scene. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Gingerbread men add spice to holiday ads; meet Kaiser's kid Dec 17, 2007
Q: I traveled through JFK Airport on Thanksgiving weekend and was mesmerized by the Xbox 360 ad I saw along the moving walkway. I know the music is from a famous symphony or song. (USA Today -- Money)
Restored 'Rudolph' figures from TV show hit the road for holidays Dec 5, 2007
The puppets were at a comic book show in Columbus over Thanksgiving weekend. Eighteen-year-old Dwight Penney of Richwood in central Ohio says they brought back old memories of watching the show with his family. (WKRC.com, OH)
Restored 'Rudolph' Figures Make Rounds Dec 4, 2007
"It's like meeting a celebrity, like meeting Clint Eastwood, or ('Batman' stars) Adam West and Burt Ward. These are icons," said Rick Goldschmidt, historian of the Rankin/Bass animation studio, who accompanied the 8-inch-high red-suited Santa and 4-inch-high yearling Rudolph with antler nubs to a comic book convention over Thanksgiving weekend. Two years ago, the figures were acquired by current owner Kevin Kriess. (MSNBC -- News)
Man Turns Hobby Into Millions Dec 4, 2007
Planning to spend the day after Thanksgiving at the mall. Here are some tips to make that shopping trip more enjoyable. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
A touch of Christmas: Candlelight Tour Of Homes features Orangeburg homes uniquely decorated for the holidays Dec 2, 2007
"We hosted a family Thanksgiving dinner, and we plan to have everyone back for a Christmas dinner as well," she said. "We feel truly blessed that our new home has become the gathering place for family and friends during the holidays. And we are honored to be included on the Kiwanis Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Buying local for the holidays Nov 29, 2007
Only whiners and cowards say Holidays after Thanksgiving. We all know what Holiday we re talking about the only one for which there s a Federal Holiday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Businesses see mixed sales after holiday Nov 29, 2007
The day after Thanksgiving, known as Black Friday, is often considered the opening day of the Christmas shopping season. A survey of several Altavista businesses found mixed results. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Missing Student May Have Been Porn Star Nov 29, 2007
Sander recently signed a contract for the pornographic work on the Web site, and told her parents about it on Thanksgiving, Watson said. Her boyfriend broke up with her because he did not approve, Watson said. (Los Angeles Times)
From 'Buffy' to group sex Nov 29, 2007
where she spent the Thanksgiving holiday. That would be a pass from Dushku, 26, best known for her stint on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and as the title character on the series "Tru Calling." That's why they call it acting. (Los Angeles Times)
Turkey leftovers, packed stores and plenty of trees Nov 27, 2007
Refrigerators filled with turkey salad, malls jammed with shoppers and local tree vendors swinging open their doors are all signs Thanksgiving is over and the Christmas season is has begun. Many local residents spent the weekend after Thanksgiving gearing up for Christmas by selecting their tree and reflecting on the spirit of the season. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Black Friday or Sunny Saturday? You choose Nov 27, 2007
GALVA Thanksgiving weekend is a time filled with traditions. Families come together for food, fellowship and football, intermingled with happy conversation, long naps and another run at that leftover turkey and pumpkin pie. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)