1 . Occasions like anniversaries, weddings and reunions call for special event venues (场地). The following places may have a way out. There’s no need to spend money creating atmosphere at special event venues. It’s built right in!

Hard Rock Cafe Anchorage

415 E. STREET, ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 99501

Events, like great music are born of inspiration. Featuring a 13,600-square-foot facility that will seat 275 guests with private event space, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional experience with a rock and twist for each of our guests.

Business Expo Center

1960 S. ANAHEIM WAY, ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA 92805

The Business Expo Center is Orange County's important event venue in Anaheim, California. Our flexible 36,000-square-foot expo center is home to space for conferences, trade shows and celebrations. We pride ourselves on providing a memorable experience with excellent flexibility, services, and cost savings. We won’t charge customers for on-site parking and provide high-speed Wi-Fi.

Automobile Driving Museum

610 LAIRPORT STREET, EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA 90245

Centrally located in the South Bay beach community of EI Segundo, California, the ADM offers a wonderful venue for private parties and corporate events. Conveniently located 5 minutes south of LAX, right off the 405 and 105 Freeways, the 610 Lairport space has a special feel surrounded by our primary automobile collection. We offer several different venues inside and outside our facility for diverse events. To better our service, reservations are needed.

Yamashiro Hollywood

1999 N. SYCAMORE AVE., LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90068

Yamashiro Hollywood is a restaurant and therefore, all food and wine must be handled in house. However, guests are allowed to bring in outside wine and champagne for a corkage fee (开瓶费).

1. What can we learn about Business Expo Center?

A．You can enjoy free parking.

B．It’s home to space for music shows.

C．It’s located in Los Angeles, California 92805

D．You can experience high-speed Wi-Fi free of change.

2. Which venue do you need to book in advance?

A．Business Expo Center.	B．Yamashiro Hollywood.
C．Hard Rock Cafe Anchorage.	D．Automobile Driving Museum.

3. What do the four venues have in common?

A．They are located in the same state.

B．They are open to special events.

C．They enjoy convenient transportation.

D．They offer an exceptional experience and free services.

2 . How to Celebrate Thanksgiving

Celebrated yearly on the fourth Thursday in November, the holiday of Thanksgiving was first observed (庆祝) in 1621 and continues to be an American tradition today.     1    .

(1) Make the table merry.    2    . If not, lay out the food somewhere readily reachable on the day. Get the kids to help set the table, which is regarded as part of their contribution to the preparations.

(2)    3    . There are a few traditions connected with Thanksgiving that are enjoyed in many families, such as gathering around the TV and watching football games or watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV with the kids.

(3) Spend a little time thinking the meaning of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a chance for many families to spend time together after being apart for much of the year.    4    . Think of your family’s own ways to express your appreciation (感激) on this day and in the following year.

(4)    5    . Offer to help prepare meals at a homeless shelter, and start food or clothing donation (捐赠). This can be an important part of teaching your children about gratitude in action.

A．Take a long nap after the meal if you’re feeling sleepy

B．Consider helping the less fortunate during Thanksgiving

C．Enjoy some traditional activities in Thanksgiving holiday

D．It is a good time to think the love that you have for one another

E．If you want to know how to celebrate Thanksgiving, just follow these steps

F．Here are some things you’ll have to do to prepare the food for your holiday

G．Arrange the table decorations the day before Thanksgiving if you have a separate dining table