Happy Thanksgiving From N-SK Patch! (and Four More Things)

Happy Thanksgiving, Narragansett and South Kingstown! Have a great, safe and relaxing holiday! 

What It's All About: Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States, the 150th year that it's been celebrated as a national holiday. President Abraham Lincoln started the official holiday in 1863, though the tradition of the Thanksgiving feast is traced to 1621 in Plymouth, MA.

What's Closed: Coventry schools and town offices (except for police and fire services) are closed today. Trash and recycling pickup will be delayed one day, with Thursday's collection moved to Friday, and Friday's pickup set for Saturday. Click here for more Thanksgiving openings and closures.

Thanksgiving Game: The South Kingstown Rebels face off against the North Kingstown Skippers today at 10 a.m. at URI. Tickets are $5 at the gate. Click here for a game preview! GO REBELS!

Historical Perspective: Want to learn more about the holiday from where it started? Check out the Plimoth Plantation Thanksgiving web page, which explains the development of the modern holiday and offers lots of links and activities for readers of all ages.

For The Kids: The National Geographic Kids web page has more information, online games, and craft ideas to keep the kids' hands busy while the turkey's roasting.