Five Things You Need to Know This Week

1. Thanksgiving is this week—as if you needed reminding. Remember to start defrosting your gobblers by today, as big birds need at least three days in the refrigerator to properly defrost. And if you're getting an extra free or discounted turkey, consider donating it. . Call first to confirm if your chosen food pantry accepts frozen turkeys.

2. This week kicks off Collingswood's holiday celebration extravaganza. It all starts Friday with the town tree lighting at 7 p.m. Santa drops down from the top of borough hall, thanks to an assist from the Collingswood Fire Department, to light the tree. The holiday fun continues Saturday at 10 a.m. . The parade steps off at Zane Avenue. 

3. Speaking of Kris Kringle, he'll keep a busy schedule this year hearing wish lists from Collingswood's good little boys and girls. The Santa House will be open in front of beginning Saturday, Nov. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. Santa will return every weekend through mid-December. Check out Collingswood Borough's page for a full schedule.

4. Let's get away from holiday stuff for #4, shall we? Did you know you can blog for Collingswood Patch? You have things to say, we want to provide you a forum. Blogging is easy—you just sign up, editor Deena DiBacco will give you an overview and away you go. You can blog about (almost) anything under the sun. Email Deena at Deena.DiBacco@patch.com for more information. 

5. OK back to holiday stuff. This is your reminder that Collingswood Cash with free bonus cash . While you can buy Collingswood Cash year-round, there is a very limited supply of bonus cash. The frenzy starts at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 21. Better act fast—the holiday deal is known to sell out in a Collingswood minute.

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