Thanksgiving Without the Stress | Ann Arbor

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If hosting Thanksgiving in Ann Arbor falls to you this year, you’re probably feeling a bit daunted by planning a menu, providing drinks and music and getting your house ready for family and friends. De-stress your holiday experience with these quick tips for how to relax and go with the flow this Thanksgiving.

Rene Mayorga

Don’t Over Think Hosting Duties

Thanksgiving is about love and togetherness, and you’ll shed a great deal of anxiety simply by realizing that no one expects you, your meal or your home to be absolutely perfect. Rather than stressing out over every single detail of your home’s décor, try focusing on one or two items that feel special to you, like a gorgeous centerpiece for you table or a DIY decoration that feels unique.

Host a Buffet-Style Holiday

Rather than fussing over a perfectly set table and worrying about who should sit where, go informal with a buffet-style meal this year. A casual buffet is so easy that it’s sure to become a new tradition in your family. Set up food on one long table and stack plates, silverware and drink cups within easy reach.

Prep Food in Advance

If you’re stuck in the kitchen from sunup to sundown, how can you enjoy the holiday with your loved ones? Spend the day before Thanksgiving prepping and cooking the items that can be made in advance at your own leisurely pace and you’ll only have a fraction of the work on Thanksgiving Day. Almost all of the sides and desserts can be made in advance, so make sure to work ahead and it will pay off!

Buy Local for Baked Goods

Not everyone is a culinary wizard, and pies and cakes are the most time-consuming elements of a Thanksgiving meal. Visit one of the many amazing Ann Arbor bakeries for delicious, pre-made desserts.

Clean Throughout the Day

You may be tempted to let dish duty slide during the day, but you’ll only end up with a monstrous mountain of plates to tackle at the end of the night when you’re full and sleepy. Instead, politely request that guests clear their plates at the end of every course, and keep the dishwasher running whenever you’ve got a full load. Wrapping and storing leftovers from each finished course will also keep end-of-the night cleanup to a bare minimum.

This year’s Thanksgiving holiday can be the best one ever if you can take advantage of these pointers and slow down and relax. Be thankful for the small things that help you save time this holiday season and enjoy creating simple Thanksgiving memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Ann Arbor Turkey Trot

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Want to start a new and fun tradition with your family this Thanksgiving season? Then register for the upcoming Turkey Day Trot in Ann Arbor Michigan. This a fun filled 5K race with thousands of participants looking to get in a good run before their Thanksgiving feast. Check out our information below about registration for this year’s Turkey Trot!

Ann Arbor Turkey Trot
Photo by Carolyn Tiry

Registration

The race will take place throughout scenic Ann Arbor and will begin at 8:45 am on November 27th.

Fees are:

  • $25 until October 14th
  • $30 until November 25th
  • $35 day of the race
  • Families of 6 or more get a discount of $5 per person
  • Registration forms can be mailed in or filled out online.

Why You Should Join

First of all, this race is incredible fun. Tom the Turkey will be in attendance along with Santa. Hats, bells and shirts are given away to everyone who participates. There will be a pie giveaway and even an ugly sweater contest. No other 5K race will be as much fun as this one and it is a great activity to do with your family. There is even a Tot Run for the younger children who don’t want to run a 5K.

Support the Community

The best aspect of this race is that it raises money for local charities and helps to give back to the community you live in. What better way to show your support for those less fortunate than to support events like this. If you do not wish to run in the race, there are great opportunities available to volunteer or to offer financial support. Don’t miss out on a fun day with your family and friends or a chance to make a difference in your community. Sign up for the Turkey Day Trot today!