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Thanksgiving 2008
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Aspen
Opening Day for
Snowmass and Aspen Mountain
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Aspen Lodge - http://www.aspenlodge.net/thanksgi.html DishAspen Restaurant http://www.dishaspen.com/
Atlanta
Thanksgiving Weekend
Throughout the
Atlanta Georgia Area
Atlanta Marathon &
Half Marathon
Turner Field Stadium
Lenox Square Mall
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots The Blue Willow Inn - (770) 464-2131 103 West - www.buckheadrestaurants.com Eatzi's - (404) 237-2266 Atlanta Grill www.atlantagrill.com Ruth's Chris Steak House - (404) 223-6500 Ray's On the River - www.raysrestaurants.com Park 75 - (404) 724-9626 Petite Auberge Restaurant - www.petiteauberge.com Colonnade Restaurant - (404) 874-5642 River Room Restaurant & Tavern www.riverroom.com
Austin The Austin Cooking Show Nov 29, 2008 - Nov 30, 2008 Palmer Events Center The first annual Austin Cooking Show features a wide variety of vendors selling products and services related to cooking and entertaining. It is the perfect way to enjoy the Thanksgiving weekend as holiday shopping and entertaining gets underway. Guests enjoy demonstrations and free samples. Event features Austin's own Cola Sisters as celebrity chefs. Hours: Sat., 8:30-5:00; Sun., 11-5. For more information visit http://www.austincookingshow.com/
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots The Driskill Grill - www.driskillgrill.com Hudson's on the Bend - www.hudsonsonthebend.com Green Pastures www.greenpasturesrestaurant.com TRIO at the Four Seasons Hotel - www.fourseasons.com/austin/dining.html Kerbey Lane Caf - www.kerbeylanecafe.com Threadgills Restaurant - www.threadgills.com Hoover's Cooking & Catering - www.hooverscooking.com Main Street Grill - (512) 244-7525 Bakehouse Restaurant & Bar - www.austinbakehouse.com
Boulder First Bite Boulder: A Local Celebration of World Class Dining November 15, 2008 - November 22, 2008 Various Locations First Bite Boulder is an annual weeklong event highlighting the Boulder dining scene. For one full week, 40 of Boulder's top restaurants offer a special three course $26 prix fixe dinner menu. The week celebrates Boulder's exceptional dining community and will help bring a well-deserved reputation into the national spotlight. We invite you to join us as we celebrate the establishments that make Boulder the culinary destination it is. For locations and more information visit http://www.firstbiteboulder.com/
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots The Greenbriar Inn - (303)440-7979 Boulder Cork - www.bouldercork.com 1515 Restaurant - www.1515restaurant.com Chinook Tavern - (303) 394-0044 Palace Arms Restaurant - www.brownpalace.com Yia Yia's Euro Cafe - www.yiayiasdenver.com
Charlotte 2008 Carolinas Thanksgiving Day Parade November 27, 2008, at 10 AM Begins at Tryon at 9th, turns left onto 3rd and ends between Davidson and McDowell on 3rd. The Carolinas' Thanksgiving Day Parade, a tradition since 1947, is one of the largest get-togethers of Carolinians that takes place during the year. It boasts participation from both Carolinas and touches approximately half a million people from the 22-county metro area. The parade is presented by the Carolinas' Carrousel, Inc., a non-profit organization that recognizes many talented young people for their achievements and talents through its scholarship programs. For more information visit http://www.carrouselparade.org/
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Ballantyne Resort - www.ballantyneresort.com McCormick & Schmick's - www.mccormickandschmicks.com
Charlottesville Jefferson Thanksgiving Festival and the Charlottesville Tradition November 21 & 22, 2008 Downtown Charlottesville The festival involves battle reenactments, period music, games and craft demonstrations, carriage rides, dancing, concerts, lectures, and more. About 150 costumed professional and amateur living historians and dramatic artists portray famous people from the past who lived or visited the area. Many of these people will be interpreted using their own original writings, either in short dramatic discussions and meetings, or in informal conversations as you meet them roaming about the newly-renovated Court Square (or other nearby venues). For more information visit http://www.jeffersonthanksgiving.org/
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots The Inn at Sugar Hollow Farm - http://blog.sugarhollow.com/2006/10/thanksgiving-day-feasts-in.html
Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Fest November 22, 2008 Downtown Chicago - North Michigan Avenue This year, the magical Saturday procession, with Mickey Mouse again as the grand marshal, will reach a nationwide TV audience through ABC's live syndicated broadcast co-hosted by Robin Roberts of "Good Morning America." As Mickey and other Disney characters wave to the tens of thousands of spectators, more than one million lights illuminate the 200 trees along Michigan Avenue between Oak Street and the Chicago River. Santa Claus makes an appearance on his sleigh, blasting snow flurries along the way. The procession culminates in fireworks by the river. Earlier in the day, stage shows and other diversions entertain crowds at Pioneer Court, near the river. For more information visit http://www.mlive.com/travel/index.ssf/2008/10/_lights_fest_kicks_off.html
McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade November 27, 2008 Down State Street Are you ready for Chicagos favorite Thanksgiving Tradition? Whether youre moving your feet to the uplifting melodies of marching bands, gazing skyward at the gigantic inflatable helium balloons making their way down the street, or waving at talented entertainers in decorative floats dispensing holiday cheer, there is fun to be had by all at the biggest holiday parade in Chicago. For more information visit http://www.chicagofestivals.org/ Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots 505 Zest - (312)321-8766 Bin 36 - (312)755-9463 Bistrot Margot - (312)587-3660 Caliterra - (312)274-4444 The Restaurant at Conrad - (312)327-0564 Devon Seafood Grill - (312)440-8660 Dine - (312)602-2100 Flatwater - (312)644-0286 Fornetto Mei - (312)573-6300 Fulton's On The River - (312)822-0100 Hard Rock Caf - (312)943-2252 Lockwood Restaurant - (312)621-7360 McCormick & Schmick's - (312)397-9500 NoMI - (312)239-4030 Park Grill - (312)521-7275 Pops for Champagne - (312)266-7677 Powerhouse - (312)928-0800 Signature Room - (312)787-9596 Smith & Wollensky - (312)670-9900 Stetson's - (312)565-1234 x4490 SushiSamba Rio - (312)595-2300 The Palm - (312)616-1000 Vermilion - (312)527-4060 Viand Bar & Kitchen - (312)255-8505 Weber Grill - (312)467-9696
Cleveland Thanksgiving at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo November 22, 2008 Visit the zoo for free on Thanksgiving (November 22). The park is open from 10am - 5pm and special, festive events and animal demonstrations are planned. Parking is also free. For more information visit www.clemetzoo.com
Turkey Bowl November 21, 2008 Corner Alley, East Fourth St. Cleveland; enjoy bowling, giveaways, food and drink specials, and a live radio remote broadcast.
Thanksgiving Community Meal and Worship Service 10:30am to 1pm Mt. Zion Congregational Church, University Circle
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots 100th Bomb Group (216) 267-1010 The Aurora Inn (330) 562-6121 The Cabin Restaurant (440) 943-5195 Don's Pomeroy House (440) 572-1111 Harry's Steak House (216) 524-5300 Porter's Restaurant at the Hilton Cleveland East (216) 910-1296 J B Milano's (216) 289-4000 John Q's Steakhouse (216) 861-0900 Mapleside Farms (330) 225-5576 Pier W (216) 228-2250 Sans Souci (216) 696-5600 Sheraton Inn Independence (216) 524-0700 Swingo's (216) 221-6188 Wyndham Cleveland at Playhouse Square (216) 615-7500.
Columbia Lights Before Christmas
November 22, 2008 -
December 30, 2008
Dallas/ Fort Worth
41st
Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Dragonfly - (214) 550-9500 Maguires Regional Cuisine - www.maguiresdallas.com Mercury Grill - www.mcrowd.com The Fairmont Dallas - www.fairmont.com Metro Grill - www.metro-grill.com St. Martin's Wine Bistro - www.stmartinswinebistro.com
Denver The Pond Outdoor Ice Skating Rink November 23, 2007 through March 1, 2008 Southlands Shopping Center Bring down friends and family, and enjoy some great fun on the ice this holiday season. The Pond is available for private parties, company gatherings and birthday parties. Prices: $9.00 with skate rental and $7.00 without Times: Monday-Saturday at 12:00am-9:00pm, Sunday 11:00am-8:00pm
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Randolph's Restaurant - 303-318-7272 The Palm - 303-825-7256 The Fort - 303-697-4771 Chinook Tavern - 303-394-0015 Texas de Brazil Churrascaria - 720-374-2100
Fort Bend
Best in the West
Dinner, Dance, and Auction
George Ranch
Historical Park Arena, Richmond
Bike the Bend for
Literacy
Foster High School
Texian Golf Classic
Sweetwater Country
Club
59th Annual H-E-B Holiday Parade November 27, 2008 Downtown 9:00am Parade is free to the public anywhere along the parade route outside of the TV Zone. A limited number of reserved bleacher seats in the TV Zone are available for purchase. Proceeds from reserved seating ticket sales benefit the Houston Festival Foundation, Inc. education programs reaching more than 1,450 public schools each year and the Houston Chronicle Readers are Leaders literacy program. For more information visit http://www.hebparade.com/
2008 TXU Energy Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Uptown Park A Healthy Thanksgiving Tradition Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services - 5K | 10K | Kids' K | Post Race Party For more information visit http://www.shelteringarms.org/index.cfm?menuitemid=157&menusubid=99
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Avalon Diner - (281) 240-0213
Karls at the Riverbend -
281-238-9300
Fort Lauderdale Broward Men's 2008 Amateur Tournament November 21, 2008 2008 Mens Amateur Tournament 3 Day Event by flights 12:00 Shotgun on Friday 10:00 T-times on Saturday & Sunday. For more information visit http://www.golfjacaranda.com/sites/courses/layout9.asp?id=408&page=11211 or call 954-472-5836.
Lauderdale By The Sea Arts and Craft Show November 22, 2008 November 23, 2008 Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau Arts and Craft show by the beach. 9am-5pm For more information call 954-472-3755.
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots
The River House -
http://www.ftlauderdaleriverhouse.com/
Kemah Lunch and Dinner Cruises! November 27, 2008 Kemah Boardwalk Thanksgiving Day celebrations in Houston are making a splash aboard these Kemah yachts. Escape the ordinary with a gourmet cruise on Clear Lake and Galveston Bay as you glide by million dollar yachts and homes. Treat your family to something special this holiday season as you celebrate with a Thanksgiving Day Cruise. For more information visit http://www.starfleetyachts.com/public-cruises/holiday-cruises/thanksgiving.aspx
Seaside Treasure Festival November 22, 2008 2803 53rd Street 9am 4pm The festival will feature over 100 arts and crafts vendors, a gourmet lunch in the elegant Seaside Cafe, a fabulous silent auction, entertainment, and much more. Join the fun at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church, 53rd and Avenue U, just two blocks off Seawall Boulevard. Festival proceeds support mission and outreach work in the Galveston area. Admission is free. To request more information, email stf@moody.org or call (409)744-4526, extension 783 and leave a message.
59th Annual H-E-B Holiday Parade November 27, 2008 Downtown 9:00am Parade is free to the public anywhere along the parade route outside of the TV Zone. A limited number of reserved bleacher seats in the TV Zone are available for purchase. Proceeds from reserved seating ticket sales benefit the Houston Festival Foundation, Inc. education programs reaching more than 1,450 public schools each year and the Houston Chronicle Readers are Leaders literacy program. For more information visit http://www.hebparade.com/
2008 TXU Energy Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Uptown Park A Healthy Thanksgiving Tradition Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services - 5K | 10K | Kids' K | Post Race Party For more information visit http://www.shelteringarms.org/index.cfm?menuitemid=157&menusubid=99
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots SaltGrass Steak House 281-538-5441 Babins Seafood House 281-334- 0192 Cafe at The San Luis Resort - (409)744-1500 Dutch Kettle - (409)765-6761 Palm Court - (409) 744-5000 Saltgrass Steak House - (409)762-4261 The Steakhouse at The San Luis Resort - (409)744-1500 The Terrace Restaurant - (409)741-8484
Houston
59th Annual H-E-B
Holiday Parade
2008 TXU Energy Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Uptown Park A Healthy Thanksgiving Tradition Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services - 5K | 10K | Kids' K | Post Race Party For more information visit http://www.shelteringarms.org/index.cfm?menuitemid=157&menusubid=99
22nd Annual
CELEBRITY PAWS GALA
Hilton Americas
Ballroom
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6:30 PM
Step Out to Fight Diabetes Walk November 22, 2008 Step Out in 2008 and raise funds to help find a cure for diabetes. Everyone is welcome to participate in helping to make a difference. For more information visit http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOut441018010?JServSessionIdr011=7qzu2f1yf1.app10a&pg=entry&fr_id=5431
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Charivari - http://www.charivarirest.com/ Karl's at the Riverbend - http://www.karlsrb.com/ Rudi Lechner's German-American Restaurant - http://www.rudilechners.com/ Star Fleet Entertainment Yachts (281) 334-4692 Rainbow Lodge - www.rainbow-lodge.com Red Lion Pub - www.redlionhouston.com Moody Gardens Restaurant - www.moodygardens.com St. Regis Hotel - (713) 840-7600 Bistro Moderne at Hotel Derek - (713) 961-3000 Mockingbird Bistro - www.mockingbirdbistro.com McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant - www.mccormickandschmicks.com
Indianapolis
November 11, 2008 Wolf Parade and Listening Party PERFORM LIVE at The Vogue in Indianapolis!
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots
Agio-
317-488-0359
Something Different - 317-570-7700 Rick's Caf Boatyard - 317-290-9300
Katy
Turkey Dash 5K, 1
Mile Kids Race & 1 Mile Family Run/Walk
Katy YMCA
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8:15 A.M
59th Annual H-E-B Holiday Parade November 27, 2008 Downtown 9:00am Parade is free to the public anywhere along the parade route outside of the TV Zone. A limited number of reserved bleacher seats in the TV Zone are available for purchase. Proceeds from reserved seating ticket sales benefit the Houston Festival Foundation, Inc. education programs reaching more than 1,450 public schools each year and the Houston Chronicle Readers are Leaders literacy program. For more information visit http://www.hebparade.com/
2008 TXU Energy Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Uptown Park A Healthy Thanksgiving Tradition Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services - 5K | 10K | Kids' K | Post Race Party For more information visit http://www.shelteringarms.org/index.cfm?menuitemid=157&menusubid=99
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Moody Gardens Restaurant - www.moodygardens.com St. Regis Hotel - (713) 840-7600 Bistro Moderne at Hotel Derek - (713) 961-3000 Mockingbird Bistro - www.mockingbirdbistro.com McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant - www.mccormickandschmicks.com Charivari - http://www.charivarirest.com/ Karl's at the Riverbend - http://www.karlsrb.com/ Rudi Lechner's German-American Restaurant - http://www.rudilechners.com/ Star Fleet Entertainment Yachts (281) 334-4692 Rainbow Lodge - www.rainbow-lodge.com Red Lion Pub - www.redlionhouston.com
Minneapolis GOBBLEGAIT!!! November 27, 2008 Registration begins at 6:30AM Gobble Gait started as a small race to raise some additional money for the Hastings Family Service.11 years later, they are still raising money to benefit Hastings Family Service, but it is no longer a small race. With over 1900 runners last year and over 150 sponsors from around the community, Gobblegait has raised over $285,000 for Hasitngs Family Service. They have reached their goal each year, and strive to reach their goal of $70,000 for 2008. These funds are used by Hastings Family Service to buy food, clothing and offer assistance to families in need of these basic necessities. For more information please visit http://www.gobblegait.com/
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots
Jax
- 612-789-7297 -
www.jaxcafe.com
Bank
- 612-656-3255 -
www.bankmpls.com
Jun Bo
- 612-866-6888
Naperville
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots 505 Zest - (312)321-8766 Bin 36 - (312)755-9463 Bistrot Margot - (312)587-3660 Caliterra - (312)274-4444 The Restaurant at Conrad - (312)327-0564 Devon Seafood Grill - (312)440-8660 Dine - (312)602-2100 Flatwater - (312)644-0286 Fornetto Mei - (312)573-6300 Fulton's On The River - (312)822-0100 Hard Rock Caf - (312)943-2252 Lockwood Restaurant - (312)621-7360 McCormick & Schmick's - (312)397-9500 NoMI - (312)239-4030 Park Grill - (312)521-7275 Pops for Champagne - (312)266-7677 Powerhouse - (312)928-0800 Signature Room - (312)787-9596 Smith & Wollensky - (312)670-9900 Stetson's - (312)565-1234 x4490 SushiSamba Rio - (312)595-2300 The Palm - (312)616-1000 Vermilion - (312)527-4060 Viand Bar & Kitchen - (312)255-8505 Weber Grill - (312)467-9696
New York City
November 27, 2008 First appearing in 1927, Macys signature larger-than-life helium character Balloons will proudly take flight in the skies high above New York in the 76th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28th. Many, many New Yorkers brave the cold, the wind, and the thousands of other New Yorkers to attend the parade and the amazing inflation process the night before. For more information visit http://www.macys.com/campaign/parade/parade.jsp
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Caffe Bondi (212) 691-8136 Chelsea Bistro (212) 727-2026 Fifty Seven Fifty Seven (212) 758-5757 Gage & Tollner (718) 875-5181 Halcyon Rihga Royal Hotel (212) 468-8888 Sylvia's Soul Food (212) 996-0660 Tom's Restaurant (212) 864-6137
Raleigh
Fayetteve Street
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Four Square Restaurant - (919) 401-9877 The Angus Barn - (919) 781-2444 Fearrington House - (919) 542-2121
Salt Lake City Holiday Lights November 28, 2008 - December 27, 2008 Electric Park Enjoy an enchanting drive through more than one million twinkling lights.
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Little America Hotel Dining Room - (801) 596-5704 Creekside Restaurant at Solitude - (801)536-5787 The Paris - (801) 486-5585
San Antonio
Ford Holiday River
Parade & Lighting Ceremony At 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, 2008 the switch is thrown and approximately 122,000 twinkling lights form a magical canopy over San Antonio's River Walk. The spectacular one-hour parade features decorated illuminated floats with celebrities, bands and lavishly-costumed participants. The theme for the parade is a Theatrical Christmas. Tickets may be purchased over the phone at (210) 227-4262 or in the office at 110 Broadway, Suite 500.
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Las Canarias - (210) 518-1063 Colonial Room Restaurant - (800) 345-9285 Antlers Lodge - (210) 520-4001 The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum - (210) 247-4000 Lubys Cafeteria - (210) 223-9155
San Francisco
2008 Turkey Beach Trot November 27, 2008 Polo Field, South Side Golden Gate Park
Come kick off a
great Thanksgiving with an invigorating fun run or walk at the PARK--before
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Roots Restaurant - (415) 659-0349 Home Restaurant - (415) 503-0333 Millenium Restaurant - (415) 345-3900 Iluna Basque - (415) 402-0011 AME Restaurant - (415) 284-4040 One Market Restaurant - (415) 777-5577 Metro Kathmandu - (415) 552-0903 Ducca Restaurant & Lounge - (415) 977-0271
Scottsdale Anthem Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Anthem Community Center Come kick off a great Thanksgiving with an invigorating fun run or walk. For more information visit http://www.getsetaz.com/event-detail.php?item=402498
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa (602) 955-6600 Compass/Terrace Cafe (602) 252-1234 Four Seasons Resort - Acacia/Crescent Moon (480) 515-5700 JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa (480) 293-5000 Marriott Buttes (602) 225-9000 McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant (602) 468-1200 Hotel Valley Ho - Trader Vic's (480) 248-2000 Bobby's (480) 556-0770 Buster's on the Lake (480) 951-5850 Farrelli's Cinema Supper Club (480) 905-7200 Maggianos Little Italy (480) 333-4100 Rawhide (480) 502-5600
St. Louis 2008 Ameren St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade November 27, 2008 8:45 a.m. Parade begins at Washington and 4th Street Route ends at Market and 14th street.
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Russo's Gourmet Catering - (314) 427-6771 King Louie's - (314) 865-3662 Eleven Eleven Mississippi (314) 241-9999
Sugar Land
Best in the West
Dinner, Dance, and Auction
George Ranch
Historical Park Arena, Richmond
Bike the Bend for
Literacy
Texian Golf Classic
Sweetwater Country
Club
59th Annual H-E-B Holiday Parade November 27, 2008 Downtown 9:00am Parade is free to the public anywhere along the parade route outside of the TV Zone. A limited number of reserved bleacher seats in the TV Zone are available for purchase. Proceeds from reserved seating ticket sales benefit the Houston Festival Foundation, Inc. education programs reaching more than 1,450 public schools each year and the Houston Chronicle Readers are Leaders literacy program. For more information visit http://www.hebparade.com/
2008 TXU Energy Turkey Trot November 27, 2008 Uptown Park A Healthy Thanksgiving Tradition Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services - 5K | 10K | Kids' K | Post Race Party For more information visit http://www.shelteringarms.org/index.cfm?menuitemid=157&menusubid=99
Thanksgiving Dinner Hot Spots Avalon Diner - (281) 240-0213
Karls at the Riverbend -
281-238-9300
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