Why it is called “Black Friday”

 The Friday after Thanksgiving has become known in the last few decades as one of the busiest of the year for retailers, the traditional start of the holiday shopping season. One of the names used for this day is Black Friday, which some say comes from the fact that it is the biggest shopping day of the year, putting stores firmly in the black.

Whether this is real or not (the Saturdays a little closer to Christmas actually are bigger in terms of  people and sales) there are always great bargains  in The Thanksgiving Paper for the next day.  Here are the actual ads a day or two early:

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If you are planning holiday a holiday get together big or small , I have a fun ,easy and delicious idea for you!  The Melting Pot now has their Big Dipper Trays and Chocolate covered strawberries to go!  So easy and yummy!  I think the design of the dipper trays is genius, pick up one or several this holiday!!  Call the Melting Pot for more details at 401-2424 or find out more on their website, www.meltingpot.com