� ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot Raffle The Turkey Trot raffle is back, and the grand prize is a 2013 Honda Accord! Second and third prizes are $1,250 gift packages from Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop, including bikes, gear, clothing, and accessories. $25 raffle ticket sales are open whether you register for the race or not, and proceeds benefit Caritas. Register for the race and/or buy tickets online. Thu., Nov. 22, 8am. www.thundercloud.com.

� Bikinis Sports Bar & Operation Turkey: Feed the Homeless Bikinis once again joins forces with Operation Turkey to serve a free Thanksgiving meal to the homeless at both locations in Austin (214. E. Sixth, 6901 N. I-35) and in San Marcos (1437 N. I-35). Register online to help volunteer. Thu., Nov. 22, 8:30am-noon. www.operationturkey.com.

� Holiday Shopping Spree Avoid the Black Friday crowds at a relaxed holiday shopping spree, with more than 20 artisan vendors selling everything from chocolate truffles to jewelry. Reserve by phone for brunch (11am-1pm) or lunch (1-4pm) in the bistro, or call ahead for alfresco dining in the pavilion with wood-fired pizza and salad. Fri.-Sat., Nov. 23-24. Flat Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery, 24912 Singleton Bend East, Marble Falls, 512/267-6310.

� Andiamo Monthly Wine Dinner Monthly series features a multicourse Italian meal with wine selections by sommelier Pier Manna. Reserve by phone. Tue., Nov. 27, 7pm. Andiamo Ristorante, 2521 Rutland, 719-3377. $45.

� Grand Opening at Jezebel & Bar Mira­beau Chef/owner Parind Vora invites friends to celebrate the openings of the new version of Restaurant Jezebel and Bar Mirabeau at gala events in both the restaurant and bar. Reserve by phone for dinner in the bar or restaurant. Enjoy live jazz and free appetizers on the deck overlooking Shoal Creek. 25% of the evening’s proceeds benefit Citizen Generation. Thu.,
Nov. 29, 6pm-12mid. 800 W. Sixth, 436-9633.

� Food for Thought Benefit for Com­mun­ities in Schools Attending this venerable sip-and-stroll charity event gives you the chance to check out the premium facilities at the new racetrack, enjoy good food and drinks, and support Communities in Schools, all at the same time. Buy tickets online. Thu., Nov. 29, 6:30-9:30pm. Circuit of the Americas Track, 301-6600. www.foodforthought.ticketleap.com.

This article appears in November 23 • 2012.

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