Celebrate Thanksgiving Day
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Thanksgiving 2009 Date
2009 Thanksgiving day is Thursday, Nov. 26th.
Many people have come to the belief that Thanksgiving is a holiday about food. I mean, what do we really celebrate on the day? We gather as a family, or with friends, and sit around a gigantic bird that is slathered in grease and stuffed with bread crumbs and we say thanks before devouring the poor beast.
Thanksgiving History 101
Get a primer on the history of Thanksgiving and browse our articles for more on Thanksgiving history.
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It is one of those holidays that seems to not be about much but we still celebrate it; probably because it is a day off from work or school. It is such a strange holiday that it even falls in two separate months, November for Americans and October for Canadians. Obviously it isn’t that important and it just seems to be the reminder that Christmas will soon be upon us, right?
The answer is no, it is very important and on our site we offer all of the reasons that makes Thanksgiving amazing. It may not come with all the presents of Christmas or the fireworks of the 4th of July but it comes with its own quiet determination to bring family and friends together.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Read how to take a generous twist on Thanksgiving Dinner, and also find Thanksgiving dinner ideas and Thanksgiving recipes.
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It is the holiday that is held in the golden warmth of autumn, trees filled with orange and red, the cool crisp evenings bringing the scents of autumn combined with the turkey roasting in the oven. Families gather, laugh and enjoy a day where all the expectations are on being thankful. There is no need for all the extras that many holidays bring and all you need is good food to ring in Thanksgiving in style.
Families gather to watch or even play football and conversation is always flowing as everyone waits for the meal. Okay, it may not be too quiet but it is a time to relax and to build special memories with your family.
About Thanksgiving
Learn about the stories and traditions behind Thanksgiving here starting with our pages on Thanksgiving traditions and American Thanksgiving. Also browse through Canadian Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving dinner, and Thanksgiving games.
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And that is what this site is, the quiet that illustrates the beauty of Thanksgiving so completely. We offer helpful tips for celebrating, interesting facts about the holiday and ways to decorate without breaking the bank.
We look at Thanksgiving and make it a holiday that everyone will look forward to every year, not because it is a day off but because we can enjoy a day with family and friends.
So please, come and read for a while and find the quiet warmth of a Thanksgiving holiday throughout the year. We won’t have the turkey cooking but I’m sure that as you sift through our pages you will remember the smell of roasting turkey perfectly and look forward to your own Thanksgiving that will soon come.
(NC)—Easy to make with pre-cut vegetables and prepared in the microwave, this hearty fall bisque combines the rich mellow flavour of mushrooms with any of the varieties of squash, in season. Evaporated milk adds creaminess but keeps it low in fat. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter 1 [...]
(NC)—Take your appetizers from the usual to the unexpected with these individual tartlets that feature sweet Ontario pears as the star. With a few simple pantry items, frozen mini tartlet shells, cheese and fresh delicious pears, these elegant bite-sized morsels can be prepared in a flash. 18 prepared frozen mini-tartlet shells, par-baked as per package [...]
(NC)—In place of crostini or crackers on a cheese plate, bake pear slices. This truly beautiful summer starter showcases the shape of the sweetened pear and tops it with rich goat cheese. Choose Ontario Bartlett or Bosc pears for a crisp, sweet base that cuts the sharpness of the cheese. 1 firm Ontario Pear 1 1/2 [...]
(NC)—Canada produces a wide variety of fresh fall produce and it’s wonderful to enjoy them when they are in season. Canadians don’t have to look very far to find delicious fresh fruits and veggies, as many grocery retailers are now stocking more local produce. For example, during peak season, up to 40% of produce in [...]
(NC)—Sweet potatoes, Ontario apples and the rich tang of Gruyère cheese are a divine combination of flavours and add a sweet touch to Sunday night’s roast pork dinner or your Thanksgiving dinner. 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick rounds 1.5 kg 1 onion, thinly sliced into rings 1 4 Ontario [...]
Here is the my top ten list of my have dinner items on my Thanksgiving Dinner table! 10. A succulent turkey. Yes, I am putting this at number 10 and not number 1 because I’m truly not a huge turkey fan. I like it, but I don’t love it; however, it is a must at [...]
I was at Pier 1 yesterday and was amazed at all their adorable offerings for Thanksgiving. From kitchenwares to placements Pier 1 has just about everything, minus the food, for your holiday gathering. Here are a few of my favorites: This adorable platter is crafted from Dolomite, hand-painted and is dishwasher-safe. It retails for $32.95 [...]
I grew up watching Roseanne. It is comforting and reminds me of my childhood. The show focused on a blue-collar family from the fictional town of Landford, Illinois. The family was far from perfect but most importantly they loved each other! Here is a video clip from one of my favorite Thanksgiving episodes (they did [...]
Charlie Brown reminds me of my childhood in a very comforting and joyous way. So, to get myself in the holiday mood I’m posting this short video of Charlie Brown, Linus and Snoopy preparing Thanksgiving dinner. I always thought it was so cute their Thanksgiving consisted of only toast and popcorn yet they were so [...]
About five years ago I had Thanksgiving dinner my friend’s house. This Thanksgiving was so memorable because it was the first time I had ever had a deep fried turkey. That turkey had to be the most delicious and moistest turkey I have ever had! I also remember this Thanksgiving because the host said a fire [...]