Your Guide to Thanksgiving in Swampscott

It’s Thanksgiving week and there’s plenty of food and fun and family and shopping and more to think about, so we wanted to help you out.

Here are a few things to keep in mind for the week ahead:

The food:

Got questions about cooking the perfect bird? The Butterball Turkey Talk-line is open and awaiting your questions. And, while turkey may take center stage on your Thanksgiving tables, it’s just not a full production without some serious sides. Check out these recipes to complete the meal.

Trash pickup:

If you’re pickup day is Thursday or Friday, you’ll be delayed one day this week. 

Black Friday:

There are a number of things to keep in mind when it comes to the big shopping day. First, make sure you’re actually getting a deal. And, before you head out at 3 a.m., make sure you’re target destination is open. Here’s a look at when some local malls open.

Schools:

Take a look at when Swampscott students will be out for the holiday.