The Seattle Marathon (and Half) is the weekend after Thanksgiving, but I'm not sure of any others. It's a little late (and was a little chilly last year) for PNW running
What do you mean? I do 80% of my PNW running in wet, cold weather!!!!
Good job on your 12K race. Too bad you didn't quite meet your goal, but I'm sure you'll tackle those hills in the next few months and get even faster soon!!