What Will You *Fall* For This Weekend? 🎃❤️ Pumpkin Farm Romance, Country Drama -- Plus, 3 Months 'Til Christmas!🍂🍁🎄

Happy First Weekend of Fall, Y’all!🍂🍁

It’s officially time to settle in and enjoy another Fall movie premiere this weekend on the Hallmark Channel - Pumpkin Regatta Romance! This one looks like another fun Autumn-themed movie complete with beautiful Fall scenery, romance, and lots of… well, you guessed it - PUMPKINS!🎃

And speaking of country living, come back to the ranch, because we have another all-new episode of Crossroad Springs coming our way this weekend on Great American Family! Things are getting more and more interesting between James and Maggie, especially with Cody’s constant presence around Maggie continuing to get under James’ skin. Hmmm… looks like somebody might be a little jealous! ❤️👀

Plus, today (Friday) is September 25th, which means we’re officially marking 3 MONTHS ’TIL CHRISTMAS DAY! 🎄❤️ And we’re just a few short weeks away from Christmas movies taking over the TV 24/7! I don’t know about you, but I’m definitely ready for all the Christmas movies to begin!

So get cozy, keep scrolling, and check out what’s coming up this weekend! 🍁☕🎬

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Friday, September 25, 2026:

Christmas Movie Classics

Happy Three Months 'til Christmas!!!🎄🌟🎬

Friday Night Christmas Schedule:

A Hot Cocoa Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4pm
There's No Place Like Christmas ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Haul Out the Holly ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Engaging Father Christmas ... Hallmark Family ... 6pm
Pride, Prejudice, & Mistletoe ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Marrying Father Christmas ... Hallmark Family ... 8pm
Peppermint & Postcards ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Christmas... Present ... Great American Family ... 10pm
There's No Place Like Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
Peppermint & Postcards ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Christmas... Present ... Great American Family ... 4am

*I shared my Christmas movie pick to mark the 25th at the end of this post! Please share yours in comments below!

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Saturday, September 26, 2026:

Crossroad Springs

Season 2, Episode 4

Episode 4 - Winds of Change: Maggie and James reach an impasse as Daniel's efforts to make peace with Jackson backfire.

Crossroad Springs

Season 2, Episode 4

Premieres Saturday, September 26, 2026

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

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Saturday, September 26, 2026:

Pumpkin Regatta Romance

Storyline: When their fathers refuse to move past a disagreement, Nadine, daughter of the boat shop owner, and Ethan, a pumpkin farmer, team up to heal the feud and revive the town's Pumpkin Regatta.

Pumpkin Regatta Romance

Premieres Saturday, September 26, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I’m especially looking forward to watching Crossroad Springs and maybe squeezing in a couple of Christmas movies to mark the 25th… because, of course, we’re officially counting down to Christmas!!! I’m planning to watch There’s No Place Like Christmas, starring Cindy Busby and Sam Page, on Great American Family and Pride, Prejudice, & Mistletoe, starring Lacey Chabert and Brendan Penny, on the Hallmark Channel!

If you’re also planning to watch a Christmas movie today, or this weekend, I’d love to hear what’s on your list in the comments below! It can be one of the movies airing on TV Friday night or anything else!

I also wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who prayed for my family after the storm that came through last week. We’re all doing well as we’re in the middle of the clean-up and repairs, but little by little, we’re getting there. We’re hearing now that it may have actually been a tornado, which is honestly a little hard to take in. More than anything, and I truly can't say it enough... I’m just incredibly thankful to God that we all made it through safely.

Take care, everyone...

Have a Blessed Weekend!!!

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

“Be joyful in hope, 

patient in affliction, 

faithful in prayer.”

- Romans 12:12

Let us look for the joy in the little things, let go of what we can’t control, and trust God through it all!

Watch Candace Cameron Bure Tonight in 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test'

Just a little reminder to tune in TONIGHT!

Candace Cameron Bure is joining the fifth season of FOX's Special Forces: World's Toughest Test, where 15 celebrities will face intense physical and mental challenges in the jungles of Malaysia.

This will be really different for those of us who are used to seeing Candace in sweet, heartwarming Christmas movies. This time she's stepping WAY outside her comfort zone!

I love Candace's willingness to face her fears and take on something so challenging! She's always been open about her Christian faith, and has shared that she doesn't want fear to dictate her life... so she hopes to encourage others to face their fears, too. (I absolutely love that!)

Of course, as I mentioned in a previous post, we Christmas movie fans will also recognize another familiar face among the contestants! Actor Oliver Hudson, who starred alongside Candace in the 2016 Hallmark time-travel movie Journey Back to Christmas, is taking on this adventure as well!



I'm looking forward to seeing Candace and Oliver in this show and cheering them both on as they take on this incredible challenge!

Special Forces: World's Toughest Test Season Five

Premieres Thursday, September 24, 2026

at 9pm ET/PT on FOX

(Streaming the following day on Hulu.)
Future episodes will air on Thursdays.

Enjoy watching,

Net

🐾 Paws, Clues & a Treasure Hunt... New Mystery Tonight on UPtv

With only two episodes left in season 1 of Blue Skies, you don't want to miss episode 7 tonight!

Ella Cannon (Christmas in Amish Country) guest stars in this all-new intense episode titled: The Last Coordinates.

Storyline details: A twisted poem and a wild treasure hunt in the Park lead to a dead body. With numerous suspects and clear motive, the team is forced to play along in order to solve this case. As Whispering Pines heats up, Bill gets too close to the truth and finds himself in a life and death situation.

Blue Skies

Season 1, Episode 7

Premieres Thursday, September 24. 2026

at 9pm/8c on UPtv

I hope you'll enjoy this new episode of Blue Skies on UPtv, which follows a new episode of Hudson & Rex. (*Note: due to the mystery content, these shows are not for young viewers. Best for pre-teen age & up.)

Reminder: Season 2 of Blue Skies begins October 1st on the streamer UP Faith & Family!

Happy Sleuthing,

Net🔎

🌟🎄 Join in the *Great American Christmas Movie Challenge* for a chance to Win $100,000 🌟🎄 SEE HERE:

 (image via: Great American Media ) 

I have some exciting news for all of us Christmas movie watchers!

How well can you predict which of the 18 NEW Great American Family movies will be most-watched?

Great American Media announced a new challenge game today! 

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Here are the details:

Put your Christmas movie knowledge to the ultimate test! Introducing the First Annual Great American Christmas Movie Challenge, a competition with a chance to win a $100,000 grand prize. 🏆 🎬

How it works:

🎄Go to greatamericanfamily.com/challenge to create your Great American Christmas Movie List, ranking all 18 movies from most watched, 1 through 18, by October 8th.

🎄Then, catch the latest ranking results on Great American Pure Flix every Wednesday at 8pm ET starting October 21. Stay for an exclusive first look screening at an upcoming Christmas premiere!

🎄At the conclusion of the Christmas season, we will reveal the final rankings of all 18 new Great American Christmas Movies!

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I know I'm going to put my guesses in! Are you going to give it a try, too?

Have a Merry Day!

Net🎄

🎄 GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY'S 2026 CHRISTMAS MOVIE SCHEDULE 🎄 *SEE HERE:

Great American Family

has officially announced

their upcoming 2026

Christmas movie lineup! 🎄✨

This Christmas season will once again be filled with heartwarming romances, beautiful Christmas music, and inspiring faith-filled stories!

So many familiar favorite stars are returning, including Candace Cameron Bure, Mario Lopez, Cameron Mathison, Laura Osnes, Danica McKellar, Jill Wagner, Trevor Donovan, Cindy Busby, and more!

Plus, there are exciting new faces joining the Great American Christmas family, such as Ryan Paevey, Tony Danza, Ryan McPartlin, Chuck Wicks, Ashley Newbrough, Jonathan Scarfe, Laura Vandervoort, and more!

There's plenty to look forward to as we celebrate the true meaning and heart of Christmas!

Take a look at the 2026 Great American Family Christmas Movie Schedule below... 🎄✨

(Note: All of these movies will also stream a few days early on Great American Pure Flix.)



GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY -

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A Second Chance Christmas

Starring: Candace Cameron Bure and Jonathan Scarfe

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 10 on Great American Family and GFAM+

After five years, divorced parents Anna and James reunite with their adult children for Christmas, only to find an unexpected ice storm may give their love story a second chance.

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Silver Bells at Christmas

Starring: Laura Osnes, Ryan McPartlin, Chuck Wicks, Taylor Kalupa and Julia Reilly

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 17 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When Ginny fights to save her late mother’s beloved Christmas shop, a determined buyer and the return of her first love force her to choose between holding onto the past and opening her heart to a new future.

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A Christmas Prayer Tradition

Starring: Shae Robins, Christopher Russell and Madeleine Cox

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 24 on Great American Family and GFAM+

As Natalie prepares to launch her new children’s book, a family’s quiet mission to answer the prayers of neighbors reminds Bellford Falls that some of God’s greatest works begin with simple acts of faith and kindness.

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A Very Arctic Christmas

Starring: Jill Wagner and Cameron Mathison

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 31 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a Christmas cruise leaves a father and daughter stranded in the Arctic, they must rely on a spirited wildlife conservationist to guide them home, turning a holiday mishap into an unforgettable journey of family, wonder and unexpected romance. Executive produced by Candace Cameron Bure.

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Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring

Starring: Jana Kramer, Benjamin Hollingsworth and Kelsey Grammer

Premiere Date: Saturday, November 7 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a military widow’s long search for her family’s treasured Christmas ring leads her to a widowed antiques dealer, the heirloom becomes the key to reconnecting the past and opening both their hearts to a second chance at love.

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An Ozark Mountain Christmas

Starring: Brianna Cohen, Jonathan Stoddard, Julia Reilly and Joey Heyworth

Premiere Date: Sunday, November 8 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a young designer reluctantly returns home to the Ozarks for Christmas, reconnecting with her family’s legacy and a caring local man helps her rediscover the faith, purpose and sense of home she left behind.

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The Christmas Yes List

Starring: Danica McKellar and Sam Page

Premiere Date: Saturday, November 14 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a chronic people-pleaser returns home for Christmas determined to finally say “yes” to herself, an unexpected romance helps her discover that life’s greatest gifts often come when you stop fearing the answer. Based on the novel by Melissa Ferguson.

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Christmas at Moose Lake

Starring: Britt Robertson, Ryan Paevey, Natasha Henstridge, Kevin Dillon and Christian Shupe

Premiere Date: Sunday, November 15 on Great American Family and GFAM+

After a breakup sends Alyssa home to Moose Lake for Christmas, a misplaced engagement ring and an unexpected connection with Sean help her rediscover love, family and the courage to begin again.

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Three Generations, One Christmas

Starring: Mario Lopez, Tony Danza, Taylor Kalupa, Dominic Lopez and Courtney Lopez

Premiere Date: Saturday, November 21 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a family’s beloved supper club faces an uncertain future, three generations come together at Christmas to decide what traditions, memories and legacy are worth holding onto.

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Letters This Christmas

Starring: Ashley Newbrough and Jesse Hutch

Premiere Date: Sunday, November 22 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a struggling Christmas novelist returns home searching for inspiration, reconnecting with family, cherished traditions and her first love help her rediscover the story she was meant to write.

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A Sweet Christmas Anniversary

Starring: Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison

Premiere Date: Friday, November 27 on Great American Family and GFAM+

While celebrating their first anniversary in a storybook Christmas town, Sophie and Sam are swept into a royal mystery that tests their love and leads them to rediscover the true spirit of the season. The third movie in the franchise.

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A Christmas Rescue

Starring: Trevor Donovan and Stephanie Bennett

Premiere Date: Saturday, November 28 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a devoted doctor and a visiting veterinarian team up for a Christmas pet adoption event, their shared mission to find homes for rescue animals may lead them to a home for their own hearts as well.

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The Greatest Christmas Gift

Starring: Danica McKellar, Matthew Marsden, Brett Varvel and Brittany Underwood

Premiere Date: Sunday, November 29 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When an unexpected setback threatens their Christmas wedding, Emma and Caleb discover that the greatest gifts are found in faith, selfless love and a community that reminds them to keep believing.

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The Christmas Ornament Library

Starring: Merritt Patterson and Ryan Paevey

Premiere Date: Saturday, December 5 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a librarian and a newspaper reporter discover a hidden room filled with generations of Christmas ornaments, their quest to reunite each keepsake with its family revives a beloved tradition and reveals the stories that bind the community together.

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Christmas by the Spoonful

Starring: Laura Vandervoort and Olivier Renaud

Premiere Date: Sunday, December 6 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a food critic with no cooking skills must prepare her family’s first Christmas dinner after her beloved mother’s passing, she turns to a chef whose business she once nearly ruined, finding forgiveness, connection and unexpected love along the way.

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Making Christmas Bright

Starring: Jillian Murray and Liam McIntyre

Premiere Date: Saturday, December 12 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a teacher preparing to leave her small-town volunteers for her church’s Christmas Angel Tree and is paired with a newcomer seeking a fresh start, their shared faith and service lead both to reconsider where God may be calling them next.

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A Very Evergreen Christmas

Starring: Katie Leclerc and Jeremy Guilbaut

Premiere Date: Sunday, December 13 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When Abby inherits her aunt’s beloved Christmas tree farm, she must spend two weeks working alongside her childhood best friend, rediscovering family traditions, promises worth keeping and the possibility that home may still hold her future.

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Christmas Wrapped in Love

Starring: Cindy Busby and Marcus Rosner

Premiere Date: Saturday, December 19 on Great American Family and GFAM+

When a professional gift finder agrees to pose as an overworked surgeon’s girlfriend while helping him shop for his family, their arrangement becomes something more as she discovers the true meaning of belonging, family and love at Christmas.

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My Quick Take: 🎄❤️

I'm super excited about the 2026 Christmas movie season on Great American Family! I'm already looking forward to watching so much!

It's honestly VERY hard to narrow down my must-see list because there are so MANY great choices! But if I had to pick just a few, my top three must-see movies are:

🎄 A Christmas Prayer Tradition - I loved the faith in the first movie, so I'm especially excited for this sequel!
🎄 Silver Bells at Christmas - I can't wait to hear Laura Osnes and country singer Chuck Wicks sing together!
🎄 Three Generations, One Christmas - I'm looking forward to all the singing and dancing with Mario Lopez, his son Dominic, his wife Courtney, and of course, Tony Danza - who will likely show them all "Who's the Boss"! (Am I right?)

And that's just the beginning! I'm also REALLY excited to see Candace Cameron Bure, Danica McKellar, Cameron Mathison, and Ryan Paevey each starring in two brand-new Christmas movies this holiday season! There are so many good choices - what an incredible lineup! Plus, Cindy Busby, Sam Page, Jill Wagner, Jesse Hutch, and Trevor Donovan are back, too! Love these actors! I told you it was hard to choose! I'm definitely watching ALL of these movies!

Now I want to hear from you! Which Great American Family Christmas movies are you most excited about watching this year? Share your top picks in the comments below! 🎅❤️

Joyous Christmas Blessings 

to You All,

Net🎄