What's Open, Closed on Thanksgiving Day in Lynnfield

By John Castellucio and William Laforme

So what's open for Thanksgiving, you ask? Not much.

• City offices: Closed
• Schools: Closed
• Libraries: Closed
• Banks: Closed
• Post offices: Closed
• Grocery stores: Closed
• Liquor stores: Closed
• Mall: Closed
• Retail stores: Unlike most states, Massachusetts retail stores are closed on Thanksgiving
• Trash and recycling pickup: No, delayed by one day.

A few restaurants and bars are open today -- best to call ahead -- and it likewise varies by establishment for convenience stores, gas stations, Dunkin' Donuts, etc. CVS is usually open.

Animal Hospital of Lynnfield reports that it is open from 8 a.m. to noon on Christmas to assist with pet-related emergencies. (781) 334-4161.

Haven From Hunger at 71 Wallis Street in Peabody will provide a meal at noon on Thanksgiving. There are also reportedly sufficient volunteers for Thursday's meal. 

Over in Wakefield, Christy Dole of Balance Yoga Studio at 364 Main Street is having a 9:30 a.m. Thanksgiving flow class, plus a 9:30 a.m. Friday class and a 6:15 p.m. Friday evening “happy hour” yoga class.

If your Lynnfield or Wakefield business is offering a special or something else for Friday and the weekend beyond, feel free to post in the comments section below.