Turkey Talk Line, 2015 Thanksgiving TV Schedule, Black Friday Deals: Thanksgiving 101

By RENEE SCHIAVONE (Patch Staff)

Can you believe it? Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Use this Patch holiday guide to make sure you’re ready to go!

Butterball Turkey Phone Number For Thanksgiving Cooks

• If you have a question about cooking that bird, these guys are here to help!

Let’s Talk Turkey: 5 Things to Know About Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner

• Your burning questions about turkey are answered here on Patch.

Thanksgiving Starter: Fall Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

• Bay Area Chef Michele Wieser’s healthy soup is perfect for chilly nights. Pair this with crusty bread for a hearty meal.

Holiday Dessert 101: Fall Pear Crisp

• This impressive dessert is easy to make and perfect for entertaining.

Pardoned Turkey to Depart SFO to Meet President Obama

• If you’re feeling bad for that little guy (or gal) you’re cooking up for Thanksgiving, check out this lucky bird’s story!

5 (Surprising) Tips to Help Beat the Holiday Bulge

• Remember, you CAN enjoy that meal, but here are some things to keep in mind if you want to help keep the pounds off this holiday season.

District to Waive Fees at East Bay Parks on Black Friday

• Residents are encouraged to spend the busiest shopping day of the year outdoors.

Free Admission to 49 State Parks on Black Friday

• The best bargain on Black Friday--free admission to 49 California State Parks. Click on our link to get your free, required pass.

When to Watch Thanksgiving Day Parade, NFL Games in Pacific Time Zone

• We’ve done the legwork for you. Click here to find the local times of the must-see shows.

2015 Holiday Viewing Guide: How To Catch The Classics On TV

• The weekend wouldn’t be complete without watching a “Charlie Brown Christmas” or “A Christmas Story”!

Thanksgiving High School Football-A-Thon on Tri-Valley TV

• TV30 will air four thrilling high school games that were played earlier this football season.

Coming to Theaters Near You: ‘The Good Dinosaur,’ ‘Creed,’ ‘Victor Frankenstein’ and More

• Your guide to movies with a theatrical release on Nov 25 and Nov 27, 2015

TRAVEL

Hitting the road this year? Make sure you know where to get the best gas prices and other key travel information.

• Thanksgiving Travel Guide: Gas, Terror Threat, Snow
• CHP’s ‘Maximum Enforcement Period’ Planned for Thanksgiving Weekend

DEALS

Not everyone can be like this lady, and set up camp in front of Best Buy weeks in advance of Black Friday. Here are some of the top deals you may be able to score:

• Walmart Announces Online and In Store Black Friday Deals, Including Gold iPad
• Target Announces 2015 Black Friday Deals, Hours
• What California Stores Have the Best Black Friday Deals?

STAYING HEALTHY

When you are out and about this Thanksgiving, keep this in mind:

• 7 Revolting Surfaces at the Grocery Store, Home
• You Are Probably Washing Your Hands Wrong
• What You Need to Know About This Year’s Flu Season

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