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Happy Spring Ahead Weekend, Everyone! ⏰⛅

Be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 8th! Now, I truly feel like Spring is on the way!

This weekend finally features the first Hallmark mystery premiere of 2026 with Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery, where a celebration at the grand re-opening of the Lake Eden Inn quickly turns into a puzzling case involving Hannah, of course!

Meanwhile, on When Calls the Heart, romance is in the air as Nathan begins the search for a very special engagement ring, if he can figure out, with Allie's help, Elizabeth's ring size!

Meanwhile, on Great American Family, the uplifting series Crossroad Springs returns Sunday night and welcomes the arrival of spring, while tensions remain at the ranch, and Pastor James prepares for Easter at the new Cowboy Church.

Plus, GAF rolls out the red carpet all weekend long with a marathon of classic royal-themed movies!

It’s a wonderful mix of mystery, love, and faith-filled moments this weekend! See all of the details below...


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Saturday, March 7, 2026:

Hannah Swensen Mysteries

Classic Movie Marathon

Leading up to the premiere of the newest Hannah Swensen Mystery, catch a Saturday marathon of the series on Hallmark Mystery...
(Times below in EST.)

Carrot Cake Murder: A Hannah Swensen Mystery - 10am
A Zest for Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery - 12pm
One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery - 2pm
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery - 4pm
Reality Bites: A Hannah Swensen Mystery - 6pm


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Saturday, March 7, 2026:

Sugar & Vice:

A Hannah Swensen Mystery

Hannah finds a body at the grand re-opening of the Lake Eden Inn. When a storm traps everyone inside, Hannah must find the culprit before the road clears and the killer escapes.

Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery

Premieres Saturday, March 7, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, March 7 - Sunday, March 8, 2026:

Royal-Themed Classic Movies

on Great American Family

Have a royally good time with Great American Family's Royal-Themed Classic Movies all weekend long!
(Times below in EST.)

Saturday, March 7th:

A Royal Seaside Romance - 6am
A Prince in Paradise - 8am
A Christmas Castle Proposal - 10am
A Cinderella Christmas Ball - 12pm
A Royal Christmas Ballet - 2pm
A Royal Date for Christmas - 4pm
A Royal Seaside Romance - 6pm
A Prince in Paradise - 8pm
A Christmas Castle Proposal - 10pm

Sunday, March 8th:

A Cinderella Christmas Ball - 12am
A Royal Christmas Ballet - 2am
A Royal Date for Christmas - 4am
Royally Wrapped for Christmas - 6am
A Royal Christmas on Ice - 8am
Crown Prince of Chrismas - 10am
A Royal Christmas Holiday - 12pm
A Royal Icing Christmas - 2pm
A Royal Christmas Tail - 4pm
Jingle Bell Princess - 6pm
Royally Wrapped for Christmas - 9pm
A Royal Christmas on Ice - 11pm
Crown Prince of Chrismas - 1am
A Royal Christmas Holiday - 4am


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Sunday, March 8, 2026:

Crossroad Springs

Season 1, Episode 7

Storyline - Episode 7 - Stay in your Lane: As spring arrives in Crossroad Springs, James prepares for Easter at the new Cowboy Church, Tina and Lewis find new purpose as young parents, Janet bristles at a new doctor, and Willis risks everything digging for water, as the Hamilton family struggles with drought, pride, and rivalry with the Newmans.

 

Crossroad Springs

Season 1, Episode 7

Premieres Sunday, March 8, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Sunday, March 8, 2026:

When Calls the Heart

Season 13, Episode 10

Storyline - Episode 10 - Blessings: Nathan enlists Allie's help for a top-secret mission and brings Charlotte on a heartfelt visit. Lucas and Edie grow closer from afar. Rosemary steps into a new role.

When Calls the Heart

Season 13, Episode 10

Premieres Sunday, March 8, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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I hope many of you will be able to settle in for a relaxing evening with these inspiring stories and the new cozy movie. Happy watching, everyone!

Please feel free to share your thoughts on these series or the new mystery... or any movie from this year or even last Christmas! I love reading your reviews!

On a serious note, I know this is also a heavy time as we watch the news in Iran. Praying for our military, our leaders, and for peace all around the world.

Blessings on your weekend,

Net

SHINING GOD'S LIGHT:

"See, I am doing a new thing!

Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?

I am making a way in the wilderness

and streams in the wasteland."

~Isaiah 43:19

Great American Family Sets Premiere Date for "Meet Me in the Margins" + Extra Story Details

( Merritt Patterson image via: Great American Media ) 

Great news, movie fans! Great American Family has announced that we can look forward to the romantic-comedy, "Meet Me in the Margins," premiering this June!

Stream on Great American Pure Flix -

beginning Thursday, June 18, 2026

Premieres on Great American Family and GFam+ -

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8/7c

"Meet Me in the Margins" stars Merritt Patterson and Liam McIntyre and is based on the book of the same name by Melissa Ferguson.

*By the way, in case any of you are interested, Melissa Ferguson has shared that her books are always clean and wholesome when it comes to romance. And I must say, I love that! You can read reviews for Melissa's book at Amazon - *click here*. (This book has sold over 100,000 copies!)

Click here for the current discounted price 

at Amazon and read a sample.

This is the basic storyline shared by Great American Family, "Meet Me in the Margins follows an aspiring author whose secret manuscript sparks an unexpected romance in the publishing world."

This sounds like such a sweet story, and I'm really looking forward to seeing Merritt and Liam paired together.

What are your thoughts? Are you excited for this movie? Please share in comments below.

Happy movie-watching!

Net

🌟Reminder: Catch the Movieguide Awards Gala TONIGHT!

Just wanted to share a quick reminder to be sure to catch the 33rd Annual Movieguide Awards tonight, Thursday, March 5th, on Great American Family at 8pm/7c. (Also available on GFam+ and Great American Pure Flix.)

The program is only an hour long, so it's likely, like previous years, that the broadcast will be a condensed, edited version of the full gala.

Still, many of our favorite stars from Great American Family will be there, presenting and receiving awards. Be sure to tune in to see who takes home the adorable teddy bear trophies that celebrate faith, family, and uplifting values in film.


Here are the nominees again for each category:


BEST FAMILY MOVIES
THE CHOSEN: THE LAST SUPPER–PART TWO:-Episode 5.3
THE CHRISTMAS RING
DAVID
THE LAST RODEO
THE SENIOR


BEST MATURE AUDIENCE MOVIES
BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE– THE FINAL RECKONING
SARAH’S OIL
SUPERMAN


BEST FAMILY TELEVISION/STREAMING
CROSSROAD SPRINGS Episode 1.6 "Sunrise and Still Water"
MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4
TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY
WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2
WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”


BEST MATURE AUDIENCE TELEVISION/STREAMING
BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8: “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son. . .”
NCIS: Episode 23.7 "God Only Knows"
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”
MARTIN SCORSESE PRESENTS: THE SAINTS: “Peter”
RUTH & BOAZ


BEST MOVIES FOR CHILDREN
THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
LIGHT OF THE WORLD
LILO & STITCH (2025)
PADDINGTON IN PERU
ZOOTOPIA 2


EPIPHANY PRIZE MOVIES
THE CHOSEN: LAST SUPPER–PART TWO:-Episode 5.3
THE CHRISTMAS RING
DAVID
THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
LIGHT OF THE WORLD


EPIPHANY PRIZE TELEVISION
THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1-1.6
A CHRISTMAS PRAYER
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”
MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4
WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2


FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD MOVIES
BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING
PADDINGTON IN PERU
SARAH’S OIL


FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD TELEVISION
BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8: “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son…”
THE CHRISTMAS SPARK
COUNTY RESCUE: Episode 2.5 “Hot Water”
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208 “The Truth Revealed”
WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”


ALETHEIA: BEST DOCUMENTARY PRIZE
THE CASE FOR MIRACLES
DUDE PERFECT: THE HERO TOUR
INVESTIGATING THE SUPERNATURAL: MIRACLES
KEVIN COSTNER PRESENTS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS
MEARS: HOW ONE WOMAN CHANGED CHRISTIANITY


BEST TELEVISION/STREAMING FOR CHILDREN
BUILDER BROTHERS DREAM FACTORY: Episodes 1.1-1.6
DOT CONNER: WEBTECTIVE
THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1-1.6
TEAM MEKBOTS ANIMAL RESCUE: Episodes 2.1-2.4
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LAST STRAW


GRACE AWARD FOR MOVIES

Actress
Naya Desir-Johnson (SARAH’S OIL)
Vanessa Kirby (THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS)
Rebekah Schafer (LIGHT OF THE WORLD)
Jana Kramer - (THE CHRISTMAS RING)
Uma Thurman (THE KING OF KINGS (2025)


Actor
Kelsey Grammer (THE CHRISTMAS RING)
Oscar Isaac (THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
Zachary Levi (SARAH’S OIL)
Paras Patel (THE CHOSEN: LAST SUPPER – PART TWO:- Episode 5.3)
Mykelti Williamson (THE LAST RODEO)


GRACE AWARD FOR STREAMING

Actress
Natasha Bure (TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY)
Candace Cameron Bure (TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY)
Erin Krakow (WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2)
Danica McKellar (HAVE WE MET THIS CHRISTMAS?)
Shae Robins (A CHRISTMAS PRAYER)
Serayah (RUTH & BOAZ)


Actor:
Rowan Atkinson (MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4)
Trevor Donovan (CHRISTMAS AT THE INN)
Michael Iskander (HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”)
Stephen Lang (HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”)
Tyler Lepley (RUTH & BOAZ)
Jonathan Stoddard CROSSROAD SPRINGS Episode 1.6 "Sunrise and Still Water"

Hope many of you will be watching! 

I'll see you there!

Net 🌟

🎬 ✨ Lacey Chabert Filming New Hallmark Series in Paris

Bonjour, friends! Have you heard the news? Lacey Chabert will be filming a new limited series for Hallmark+. (Hallmark's streaming platform)

The series, titled Paris is Always a Good Idea, will shoot on location in Paris and Spain, and the story is based on Jenn McKinlay's novel of the same name.

So... if you've been following along, then you know Lacey has already had a very busy year filming for Hallmark! In late February, she finished filming her Countdown to Christmas movie, Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, on location in Florida with Travis Van Winkle and Christy Carlson Romano. They had been filming for 3 months, since early December 2025! (with holiday breaks, I'm sure.)

Last Fall, in September, Lacey Chabert filmed Lost in Paradise with Ian Harding in Fiji, which was the first rom-com premiere for Hallmark for 2026, and I must say, it is such a delightful movie, intriguing and entertaining, with excellent chemistry and fantastic, witty banter.

And now... Lacey is off to film abroad in Paris and Spain for this new adventure!

See all of the details in the press release below...


Hallmark Media Press Release:

REVISITING PAST ROMANCES LEADS TO

TRUE LOVE IN THE PRESENT

LACEY CHABERT

AND SCOTT MICHAEL FOSTER

STAR IN

PARIS IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA

A NEW, LIMITED SERIES

PREMIERING LATER THIS YEAR

EXCLUSIVELY ON HALLMARK+

Henry Czerny and Barbara Niven Also Star

The Series is Shooting on Location in Paris and Spain

Based on the Novel of the Same Name by Jenn McKinlay


BURBANK, CA – March 3, 2026 – A new romantic adventure is underway as production begins on Paris is Always a Good Idea starring and executive produced by beloved, Hallmark fan-favorite Lacey Chabert (She’s Making a List, Mean Girls), Scott Michael Foster (Return to Office, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Rebecca Hanssen (The Witcher, Love Through a Prism), Henry Czerny (Revenge, Ready or Not) and Barbara Niven (Chesapeake Shores, The Christmas Baby). Based on the bestselling romance novel of the same name by Jenn McKinlay, the six-episode limited series is shooting on location in Paris and Spain, it was announced today.

Rounding out the dynamic ensemble cast are Stephen Hagan (Love of the Irish), Julien Marlon Samani (An Alpine Holiday) and Alejandro Albarracín (Dreams of Freedom). Fans can look forward to a captivating story that brings together a talented cast and the charm of international settings, making it a must-watch event this season.

Career-driven nonprofit executive Chelsea Martin (Chabert) travels to Paris with her confident rival-turned-ally, Jason Knightly (Foster) to secure a major donation but a heartfelt message from her late mother – and a loving push from her sister Annabelle (Hanssen) – sends her on an unexpected journey to reconnect with the three great loves she once left behind. From the rolling hills of Ireland to the magic of Paris and the sun-kissed vineyards of Spain, Chelsea retraces old footsteps and discovers that sometimes moving forward means first looking back.

“We can’t wait for viewers to come along on Chelsea’s journey of self-discovery, healing and – of course – unforgettable romance,” began Michelle Vicary, Head of Programming, Hallmark Media. “We know Lacey will bring a warmth and authenticity that will draw viewers into Chelsea’s world as she goes down this exciting path that ultimately leads her to the love she didn’t know she was looking for.”

Paris is Always a Good Idea is produced by Dynamic Television and Clapperboard Studios. Executive producers are Carrie Stein, Daniel March, Mike Benson, Rachel Gesua, Heidi Cole McAdams and Lauren Muir, who also serves as showrunner. Executive producers are Lacey Chabert, Carrie Stein, Daniel March, Mike Benson, Rachel Gesua, Heidi Cole McAdams, and Lauren Muir, who also serves as showrunner. The series is written by McAdams and Muir and is based on the novel of the same name by Jenn McKinlay.

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Does this series sound enticing to you?

Would you be tempted to subscribe to Hallmark+ to watch it?

Or if you already have Hallmark+, are you planning to add this one to your must-see list?

At this moment, I don’t currently have Hallmark+, but I’m hoping/planning to subscribe again soon, especially with the new frontier series, Hope Valley 1874, on the way! That alone has me so intrigued.

And if you haven’t heard, there’s a wonderful offer right now for new Hallmark+ subscribers. When you use the code HOPE50, you’ll receive 50% off the annual subscription (available through March 26th). Such a great deal!

I also wanted to share that one of the Amazon reviews for the book Paris Is Always a Good Idea mentions that the novel includes what they describe as “graphic sexual content.” Of course, even if that content is part of the book, it doesn’t mean it will be included in the series adaptation. We’ve seen in other book-to-film projects that Hallmark has adjusted certain elements to better fit their audience and style. I simply wanted to pass this along so you’re aware - as far the book goes. I would never expect Hallmark to include any graphic scenes in their productions; it's just not fitting to their brand.

I’m truly hoping Paris is Always a Good Idea turns out to be a beautiful, memorable series. I can already picture Lacey in the most gorgeous dresses… and since it’s being filmed in Paris, I’m fully expecting at least a beret or two! I mean, when in Rome, or rather, when in Paris! Right?

Hope you enjoyed 

this exciting filming news!

Net 🎬

Paris City Tote Bag

Paris is Always a Good Idea Cotton Linen Throw Pillow Case

Decorative Paris-themed Trinket Jewelry Memento Keepsake Box

Paris Canvas Wall Art

🔎 Alison Sweeney, Victor Webster, and Barbara Niven Reveal "Hannah Swensen Mystery" News

Great news, Sleuthers! The cast of "Hannah Swensen Mystery" has shared some deliciously exciting news!

In case you missed it, I've got the scoop here for you! In a special video announcement, Alison Sweeney, Victor Webster, and Barbara Niven happily reveal they’ve officially wrapped filming the next installment of this fan-favorite mystery series, and they shared that it’s set to premiere later this year!

But first… we can sharpen our sleuthing skills this Saturday with the premiere of "Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery"!

The brand-new mystery they’ve just filmed is currently titled "Kitchen Expert: A Hannah Swensen Mystery," which sounds like another recipe for secrets and suspense!

Looking forward to more details! Until then, here's the reveal directly from Alison, Victor, and Barbara...


Announcement via Alison Sweeney Instagram:

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A post shared by Ali Sweeney (@alisweeney)

Stay tuned for more Sleuthing!

Net🔎