Nov 24, 2022
Thanksgiving 2022
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Today’s hand-carved Doodle celebrates Thanksgiving in the United States! The holiday always takes place on the fourth Thursday of November. This year, November 24th marks the day when many people across the country gather with loved ones to give thanks and gather around the table.
Aside from enjoying recipes passed down generations, millions attend or tune in to parades taking place across the country. One of the holiday’s greatest traditions is the spirit of supporting others. Communities across the U.S. also organize food drives and free dinners so as many Americans as possible can celebrate the day.
So whatever plans you’ve carved out for yourself, we hope it’s a day filled with togetherness and gratitude.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Check out the behind-the-scenes process for
today’s Doodle artwork by Doodler, Celine You
Photographed: early wood carvings
Photographed: painted wood carvings
Photographed: finalized Doodle figurines and logo set in an nature scene for photographing
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