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Thursday, June 25, 2026

🎄 Christmas in July Arrives Early + The Summer Nights Finale Movie & More!

☀Happy Summer Nights☀

and

🎄Merry Christmas in July🎄

Can you believe we've already reached the final weekend of June? We are now 6 MONTHS 'TIL CHRISTMAS DAY, which can only mean one thing... *Christmas in July* is arriving now with heartwarming holiday movies and plenty of festive cheer! Awww... I just love this time of year!!!

Christmas movie magic officially begins on Great American Family, Great American Faith & Living, and the Hallmark Channel!

Great American Faith & Living kicked things off today, Thursday, June 25th, and Great American Family follows bright and early Friday morning, June 26th, at 6 a.m.! Then, the Hallmark Channel joins the celebration on Friday afternoon at 2 p.m.!

I know MANY of you are going to be extra excited for Christmas in July; however, if you're not quite ready to fully dive into Christmas, the Hallmark Channel has a sweet treat waiting for you at the beach with their last Summer Nights movie premiere for June, titled: A Castle of Our Own!

Whether you're ready to sip cocoa in July or prefer a trip to the beach, there's something special for everyone this weekend!

Check out all of the details below...

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Christmas in July is Here!

See Christmas Movies on...

Great American Family: A Christmas Less Traveled, A Christmas Blessing, A Christmas Miracle for Daisy, There's No Place Like Christmas, A Christmas Prayer, Timeless Tidings of Joy, Destined at Christmas, and more!

Great American Faith & Living: A Little Women's Christmas, Let it Snow, Tails of Christmas, Call Me Mrs. Miracle, Designing Christmas with You, A Vintage Christmas, and more!

Hallmark Channel: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, The Christmas Secret, A Very Merry Mix-Up, We Met in December, Christmas with Holly, Royal Christmas, Snow Bride, A Biltmore Christmas, and more!

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Saturday, June 27, 2026

Classic "Crossword Mysteries"

Sleuth this Saturday on Hallmark Mystery with Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott with the classic Crossword Mysteries series... leading up to Brennan's new Summer Nights movie Saturday night on the Hallmark Channel!

Hallmark Mystery Saturday Schedule:

Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For - 10am
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder - 12pm
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver - 2pm
Crossword Mysteries: Terminal Descent - 4pm
Crossword Mysteries: Riddle Me Dead - 6pm

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Saturday, June 27, 2026

A Castle of Our Own

Storyline: When an overworked architect takes an unexpected summer trip, a sandcastle contest and a contractor help her reconnect with her daughter, rediscover joy, and find love she never saw coming.

A Castle of Our Own

Premieres Saturday, June 27, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Have a wonderful weekend, everyone. If the Summer heat is intense where you are, I hope you're able to stay cool and enjoy some great Christmas movie classics! Watching those snow-filled scenes always makes me feel a bit cooler.

Plus, I think the new Summer movie this weekend looks intriguing, too! I mean, who can resist a beautiful rom-com set on a sunshiny, gorgeous day at the beach? If you'd like to share a review after the movie airs, we'd love to hear your thoughts!

Have a Blessed,

Merry Weekend!

Net🎄

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

“The Lord bless you and keep you;

the Lord make his face shine on you

and be gracious to you;

the Lord turn his face toward you

and give you peace.”

~Numbers 6:24-26 NIV

🏈 Hallmark Media Announces "HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN: A BEARS LOVE STORY"

Hallmark Media is kicking off some exciting Christmas movie news today as we celebrate being just six months away from Christmas!

The network has officially announced a third movie in its popular NFL-inspired holiday movie series - Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story!

Following Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, starring Hunter King and Tyler Hynes, and Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story, starring Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario, Hallmark is ready to celebrate Christmas with another football romance.

Unfortunately, Hallmark hasn't revealed the starring cast for this new movie just yet, so we're still waiting for that news! Until then, I'd love to hear your guesses. Which actors do you think should lead this next holiday touchdown? Share your casting picks in the comments below!

In the meantime, check out Hallmark's press release below for all the details...

Press Release:

HALLMARK MEDIA, NFL

AND SKYDANCE SPORTS

PARTNER WITH

THE CHICAGO BEARS FOR

HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN:

A BEARS LOVE STORY

SET TO PREMIERE DURING

HALLMARK CHANNEL’S 17TH ANNUAL

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

PROGRAMMING EVENT

The Third Installment of the Hit Holiday Touchdown Movie Franchise Follows 2024’s Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story and Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story in 2025

Both films ranked among the top cable movies of the year with Total Viewers*

BURBANK, CA and CHICAGO, IL – June, 25, 2026 –– Hallmark Media, NFL and Skydance Sports today announced that the Chicago Bears have been drafted for Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story, the third all-new original movie in the successful franchise, set to premiere later in 2026 during Hallmark Channel’s 17th annual Countdown to Christmas programming event. The announcement was made through a video featuring Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson and Tight End Colston Loveland. Production kicks off this summer and will film entirely at locations in and around Chicago, showcasing iconic locations, beloved traditions and the passion that surrounds one of NFL’s most storied franchises. The talent draft (aka cast) will be announced at a later date.

“After the tremendous success of our first two Holiday Touchdown movies, we knew we wanted to continue the tradition by partnering with another iconic NFL franchise and fan base. The Chicago Bears have a rich history, passionate supporters, and a culture that extends far beyond the football field, making them a perfect fit for a heartwarming holiday story,” began Darren Abbott, President, Hallmark Media. “We can’t wait for audiences to experience this story and celebrate the passion and spirit that bring Bears fans together."

“We are honored, grateful and excited to join forces with Hallmark Media, Skydance Sports and NFL Films on this special project. As we continually look for ways to further the connection with our passionate Chicago Bears fans and amplify our global brand in creative ways, we will provide our club and our fans with the opportunity to grow together by creating a special, meaningful movie,” said Kevin Warren, President and CEO, Chicago Bears. “We look forward to the work ahead alongside Hallmark Media, Skydance Sports and NFL Films, and we are energized for the product we will create together, celebrating football, family, the Chicago Bears and the holiday season."

“Skydance Sports was built on the idea that the best sports stories live as much with the fans as with the athletes," said Jessica Matthews, SVP of Film and TV at Skydance Sports. "Few fan bases carry their team's history the way Chicago carries the Bears, a devotion that has been passed down from generation to generation. It’s a privilege to once again partner with Hallmark Media and the NFL on another exciting holiday film.”

Skydance Sports serves as the Executive Producer of Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story. As the exclusive content partner of the NFL, Skydance Sports is designed to create a top-end sports content studio and expand multi-platform sports programming across a broad range of formats.

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Hallmark Media’s flagship 24-hour cable television network. As the country’s leading destination for quality, feel-good entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. The network’s lineup of signature original content includes movies, primetime scripted series, and specials. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate holidays, seasons, and life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel is home to a host of annual programming events, including the highly successful Countdown to Christmas, which has become a pop culture phenomenon and a beloved holiday tradition for millions of viewers. Rounding out the network’s slate are some of television’s most classic comedies and series, including The Golden Girls, Reba, and Gilmore Girls. For more information, please visit press.hallmarkmedia.com/

ABOUT THE CHICAGO BEARS
The Chicago Bears were established in 1920 as one of the founding franchises of the National Football League. As one of the most storied franchises in all of sports, the Chicago Bears boast nine NFL Championships, including one Super Bowl, and 37 Hall of Famers — the most of any NFL team. A pillar in the community for more than a century, the Bears strive for excellence and impact on and off the field by supporting initiatives focused on social justice, youth and high school football, girls’ flag football, health equity, education, volunteerism and civic involvement. The Chicago Bears were most recently featured on The Pick is In: Season 2 and Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears. Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story marks the first scripted film of its kind for the organization and will give fans a glimpse into the tradition, spirit, and love that flow through its devoted fan base and the City of Chicago year-round, but especially during the holiday season.

ABOUT SKYDANCE SPORTS
Skydance Sports is the industry-leading sports content studio behind critically acclaimed films and series including the Golden Globe-nominated Air (Amazon), America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys (Netflix), Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants (HBO), and Rafa (Netflix). Upcoming projects include docuseries The Dynasty: UConn Huskies (Apple TV), Hulu drama series The Land from Dan Fogelman, and Mr. Irrelevant, a theatrical film with Paramount Pictures.

*Source: Nielsen L+SD Big Data+Panel. Ranked on P2+ (000s) among Feature Films that aired on Ad-Supported Cable in 2024 and in 2025.

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Have a Merry Day!

Net 🏈

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Don't Miss These Great Deals During Amazon's Prime Days!

Hey, Everybody!

I've been doing a little browsing during Amazon's Prime Days, and I couldn't resist sharing some of the fantastic deals I've come across! Prime Days are happening now through Friday, June 26, and there are so many great finds to discover.

I've spotted several great deals for all of you movie watchers, along with some fun Summer finds you might enjoy!

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Take a look at some of the deals and finds that caught my eye below!

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Thursday, June 25, 2026

🎄 Christmas in July Arrives Early + The Summer Nights Finale Movie & More!

🏈 Hallmark Media Announces "HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN: A BEARS LOVE STORY"

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