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Black Friday - The complete FAQ!

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What is Black Friday?  The Day After Thanksgiving (Friday) is known as Black Friday. This used to be unofficially or officially the start of holiday shopping season. Almost all stores come out with Doorbuster Sales with the early bird special to attract consumers to their shop. People stand in line hours before the stores are opened, to grab the bargains of the year. In last few years, we have witnessed a trend towards bringing those Black Friday Sales online before Friday. Black Friday is no more a one-day event In last few years (starting from 2013 to be precise), Black Friday Sales have started way before Friday-with some stores starting their Black Friday sales on Thanksgiving day & some even starting on Wednesday and Monday. It would not be surprising to see Black Friday sale starting on Monday on the Black Friday week. As a result, revenue-wise Black Friday is NOT the biggest day for stores. Biggest sales day now include Thanksgiving day , Green Monday and Cyber...

Black Friday shopping tips!

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This year, the best single day for deep discounts is slated to be Thanksgiving Day, especially in the electronics category. Black Friday will also offer many good deals, especially in the toys and clothing categories. Savings continue on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the best day for deals on shoes, make-up and laptops. Many deals, even limited inventory doorbusters are available both online and in-store. Almost all of the deals, however, have specific times when they go live. When you are researching a deal, check the times as rigorously as you check the location and price. Deals on cell phones can be complicated, and often mandate a specific contract or activation, so do your homework before schlepping down to the store to buy a new phone this year. It is also important to note that some deals, times and prices may change. The roundup below can be used as guidelines and for planning, but always be sure to double-check all the details before making a purchase. ...

Thanksgiving, a Traditional American Holiday

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Each year Americans in the United States celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday on the fourth Thursday of November. Most families follow traditions begun on the first Thanksgiving, but many have their own traditions that they follow each year. Here are some of the common traditions associated with "Turkey Day." Travel One of the best things about Thanksgiving is spending time with family. Many people live far from family members and travel long distances by car, train, or plane to be with their loved ones. Thanksgiving is the busiest travel day of the year! The Feast Traditional foods are a large part of Thanksgiving celebrations. Many families include the entire family in the food preparation. Traditional foods include turkey, stuffing, gravy, sweet potatoes, cornbread, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. Many people serve pie for dessert at the end of the meal. Popular pie flavors are pumpkin, pecan, sweet potato, and apple. Vegetarian Foo...

A thanksgiving to thank for!

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The entire Thanksgiving holiday is centered around food—so it follows naturally that our best Thanksgiving décor ideas revolve around setting a beautiful, festive table. There’s nothing worse than centerpieces that block conversation or place cards that lead to confusion. We’ve gathered our favorite Thanksgiving decorations to make your holiday prep a cinch. Once you have your occasion-worthy Thanksgiving menu and your splurge-worthy desserts set, plan a spectacular Thanksgiving table to coordinate with your fabulous menu. From creative centerpieces to perfect final touches, this collection of Thanksgiving decoration ideas is guaranteed to inspire your home this holiday. From functional kids’ tables to swanky sophisticated settings , these Thanksgiving decoration ideas are the best of the best. The only thing more impressive than your home décor will be your smoky, flavorful turkey. Statement Gold Pieces Grab a few larger-than-life golden fixtures at your local craft store...

Thanksgiving in a nutshell!

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Without exception, Thanksgiving always falls on the fourth Thursday of November. This year that's Thursday, November 23. In the US, government offices, businesses and schools close on Thanksgiving Day - with many closing on the Friday after, too, giving employees a four-day weekend. What gets eaten? Turkey, pumpkin pie and yams are the standard menu The traditional Thanksgiving meal revolves around turkey, stuffing and vegetables, yams. The meal is traditionally rounded off with a pumpkin pie. What else goes on? The Sonic the Hedgehog balloon floats down Central Park West during the 87th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York Many big cities hold a Thanksgiving Day parade, the most famous of which is the Macy's parade in New York. The three-hour event features floats, costumes and huge helium balloons in the shape of cartoon characters including Mickey Mouse and Felix the Cat. ...