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PROPER Thanksgiving

Make the whole "better to give than receive" thing a reality this year. Volunteer at People Reaching Oppressed People Expecting Restoration's (PROPER for short) free Thanksgiving Feast in North Portland. Not only can you work up an appetite if you're enjoying your own dinner later that evening, but you can get an earful of Native American storyteller Anne-Louise Sterry (noon-2 pm). Ever hear the one about the turkey and the pilgrims? Po' Shine's Cafe de la Soul, 8139 N Denver Ave. Dinner is served noon-4 pm; call Georgina Lazo at 360-609-5163 to volunteer.

Thanksgiving Wine Weekend

It's a tradition: Wineries and vineyards all around the state—even many appointment-only outfits—throw open their doors to local winos for cheap bottle deals and special tastings this weekend. The Willamette Valley is the top destination for the vino-happy masses—come Friday expect Highway 99W gridlock and purple-lipped revelry to ensue. This year, under-the-radar wine lovers can get a glassful with less hassle by visiting the "Wineries of Washington County," a cadre of 14 family-owned operations, including Cooper Mountain and SakeOne (OK, the Forest Grove outfit makes rice wine, but still...) for their special events. Visit willamettewines.com for a list of participating wineries and directions. Most wineries open 11 am-5 pm Friday-Sunday, Nov. 23-35. Tasting prices vary. Visit comeplayyourway.com for details on the wineries of Washington County.