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Clinton Shoppers' Stroll And Parade Today

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:10:58 +0000

One of our favorite traditions in the Greg “Splashin’” McShea household on the Friday after Thanksgiving is the Clinton Shoppers Stroll. This year, the village of Clinton has scheduled events throughout the weekend. If you go today, here’s a list of activities, including a parade tonight from villageofclinton.com: “November 23, 2012 at 10:00AM (until 9:00PM) [...]

Why Do They Call It Black Friday?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 15:00:22 +0000

By now, we’re all used to the phrase “Black Friday”, as the day after Thanksgiving and the official start of the Christmas shopping season. In most cases, it’s the busiest shopping day of the year. But, how did the name come about? According to Wikipedia: “Black Friday is not an official holiday, but many non-retail [...]

How to Shop Most Effectively on Black Friday

Polly Wogg — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:24:27 +0000

If you’re planning to head out into the crowds for Black Friday shopping, here’s some tips to help make your trip a little easier. Edgar Dworsky, founder of ConsumerWorld.org, has come up with a list of tips for shopping on Black Friday. 1. Read the ads in advance 2. Combine sale prices with coupons that [...]

Camping Out For Black Friday Deals Already [PHOTO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:15:09 +0000

Is there anything you’d camp out for? Concert tickets, maybe. A deal on the latest electronics for Christmas, heck no! Alvear Diana posted this picture on Twitter or people getting ready for Black Friday. Is there a deal good enough for you to wait four days ahead of time? Would You Wait in Line For [...]

Things Not to Buy on Black Friday

Polly Wogg — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:16:51 +0000

It's almost here! No, not Thanksgiving. Black Friday shopping. Its the day people fight traffic and wait in line for hours for the best deals of the holiday season. Although those shiny new gadgets may seem like a good price, there are some things you shouldn't buy on Black Friday.

Target: Thanksgiving Target

Polly Wogg — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:20:41 +0000

Target is finding itself to be a target -- of an online petition asking it not to open its stores on Thanksgiving night. Over 200,000 people have signed the petition at Change.org asking the retail giant to give its employees a break and wait until the morning of Black Friday to open.

Black Friday Shopping Tips

Polly Wogg — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 13:56:58 +0000

Black Friday shopping is just around the corner. Many stores are getting a jump start by opening Thanksgiving night. If you’re planning to head out into the crowded stores to get the best deals, here’s a few tips to keep in mind. 1- Be prepared. Research the Black Friday ads and outline exactly what you [...]

Best Black Friday Deals in Utica

Polly Wogg — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 13:07:33 +0000

Black Friday shopping may be a thing of the past with more stores opening earlier this year. Many opened at midnight for the first time last year to keep up with demand. This year, some stores are opening Thanksgiving night to the disappointment of many workers who want to spend the day eating turkey with family.

Last year I found this amazing website bfads.net that has all the deals. Again this year I put together the best deals with links to the ads and where each store is located so you don't get lost. It's a one stop shop, before you shop, thanks to BFAds.

Black Friday at Walmart Not Even on Friday Anymore

Mike Adams — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:06:45 +0000

Black Friday may not be able to keep its name much longer. This holiday season, Walmart plans to get the shopping madness started a bit earlier than in times past—on Thursday. Or as most of us call it, Thanksgiving. The retailer will open its doors to all of the rabid jackals and sadistic lunatics willing [...]