From the best pumpkin pie in New York to tons of simple side dishes, it's important to get a head start on Thanksgiving. Fortunately, we found some great articles from our friends around the web to help you out, along with some great tips on brewing your own fall brew!

1. Change.org shows us why it's important to remember veterans every day, not just on Veterans' Day.

2. Serious Eats knows where to get the BEST pumpkin pie in NYC this year.

3. Do you know the difference between "organic" and "fair trade?" Greenopolis has all the answers.

4. For our beer fans, get started on your very own batch with Your Daily Thread.

5. Don't fret over the small things: Delish has you covered on your Thanksgiving side dishes.

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