🎄🍰 Add a *Dash* of NEW Christmas Movies to Your Weekend Viewing 🍰🎄 See Here:

Hello everyone! The weekend is upon us once again, and it's the first weekend of November!

Oh, how I love this time of year... with Thanksgiving this month and the full launch of the Christmas season right after that!

Adding to the New Christmas Movies this weekend on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries... is UPtv, with a new premiere Sunday night!

See ALL of the NEW Christmas Movie details below...


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Thursday, November 2, 2023:

My Christmas Guide

Synopsis: After losing his eyesight, a college professor (Ben Mehl) adopts a seeing-eye dog from a guide dog trainer (Amber Marshall). As they all begin to spend time together, his confidence returns and his heart begins to open.

My Christmas Guide

Premieres Thursday, November 2, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Friday, November 3, 2023:

Flipping for Christmas

Synopsis: It's almost Christmas when busy realtor Abigail (Ashley Newbrough) agrees to help her sister with the 'simple flip' of a recently inherited home. Unfortunately, co-beneficiary Bo (Marcus Rosner) has other plans in mind.

Flipping for Christmas

Premieres Friday, November 3, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 4, 2023:

A Dash of Christmas

Synopsis: A marketing exec (Laura Osnes) must learn a recipe to get her dream job and ends up entered in a holiday bakeoff with a dream baker (Christopher Russell).

A Dash of Christmas

Premieres Saturday, November 4, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

"A Dash of Christmas" behind-the-scenes video:




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Saturday, November 4, 2023:

Never Been Chris'd

Synopsis: Home for the holidays, BFFs Naomi (Janel Parrish) and Liz (Pascal Lamothe-Kipnes) reconnect with high school crush Chris Silver (Tyler Hynes). A complex love triangle forms, forcing them to take stock of their lives and find the value of friendship.

Never Been Chris'd

Premieres Saturday, November 4, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, November 5, 2023:

We’re Scrooged

Synopsis: When ex-high school sweethearts return to Minneapolis for the Christmas Snowball 10-year high school reunion weekend, they each check in to the hotel single and alone. Although their friends called them “Ross and Rachel,” Sarah and Scott parted ways after college and pursued their high-end careers. After a run-in at the kickoff event, they are both warned that they are going to be visited by three Christmas ghosts over the next three days. While dreaming each night, they have shared experiences reliving their past and present Christmases. These unsettling yet comedic visits help them both see what they gave up. And that they gave up on each other. When the Ghost of Christmas Future visits them separately, they must each make a choice to reunite or lose their love forever.

We’re Scrooged

Premieres Sunday, November 5, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, November 5, 2023:

Our Christmas Wedding

Synopsis: In the sequel, roles reverse as Nicole’s boss plans newly engaged Nicole (Holly Deveaux) and Michael’s (Drew Seeley) wedding in two weeks at Christmas.

Our Christmas Wedding

Premieres Sunday, November 5, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

"Our Christmas Wedding" behind-the-scenes video:




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Sunday, November 5, 2023:

The Santa Summit

Synopsis: Jordin (Hunter King), Ava (Amy Groening) and Stella (Stephanie Sy) are three best friends who head out for a night on the town to take part in the annual Santa Summit, an event where revelers don Santa suits and visit local spots on the circuit to eat, drink and be merry in true holiday fashion… and set out to find a secret Santa (Benjamin Hollingsworth) Jordin connected with at the start of the night's festivities.

The Santa Summit

Premieres Sunday, November 5, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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I hope you all will enjoy some of the new Christmas movies premiering this weekend!

UPtv will begin airing their classic Christmas Movies on Friday, November 3rd, with their first premiere on Sunday night!

I'm looking forward to several this weekend, but not sure how many I'll be able to watch. So grateful I can record them all to watch whenever it's convenient.

It's especially exciting that Great American Family is adding, with the premiere of A Dash of Christmas, Laura Osnes to their incredible family of actors. With her upbeat, joyful spirit, I think Laura will be a wonderful addition to the channel!

I would also love to hear your thoughts on the new Christmas movies in the comments below. Does one in particular or several stand out to you this weekend?

Please note: I haven't pre-screened the new movies listed above. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments.

Visit the *Christmas TV Schedule* for the dates and times of NEW Christmas movies airing in November and December.

You can find the NEW 2023 Christmas Movie Review post *here*.

God Bless Us, Everyone!

Praying for Peace on Earth,

Net

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

I was reading the 115th Chapter of Psalms this week and the relevance of these words today leaped out at me. It gave me peace and blessed my heart, and I pray it blesses you, as well.

Psalm 115:9-15:

9 O Israel, trust in the Lord;

He is their help and their shield.

10 O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord;

He is their help and their shield.

11 You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord;

He is their help and their shield.

12 The Lord has been mindful of us;

He will bless us;

He will bless the house of Israel;

He will bless the house of Aaron.

13 He will bless those who fear the Lord,

Both small and great.

14 May the Lord give you increase more and more,

You and your children.

15 May you be blessed by the Lord,

Who made heaven and earth.

*movie images via: Great American Media / Hallmark Media / UPtv

🍁 *Autumn Harvest* Schedule on Great American Family, September and October 🍃🍂 SEE HERE:

Great American Family's *Autumn Harvest*
All premieres are at 8 p.m. ET.


A Royal Seaside Romance

Starring: Brittany Bristow and Dan Jeannotte

Premieres: September 24, 2022

(Previous title: Home for a Royal Heart)

Storyline: When the beautiful seaside town of Shaw Bay is under threat of a major commercial redevelopment, realtor Erin will do anything to save it – she just needs to find a wealthy property buyer. Cue the handsome yet super-private Theo. To begin, helping Theo find a new home is proving to be tricky – especially because he refuses to give Erin any details about his life. As Erin works to show Theo why Shaw Bay is the perfect place to live, the chemistry between them is undeniable. But Theo is hiding something. Could a royal secret ruin their chance at love?

Movie Review:

"A Royal Seaside Romance was very beautiful! 100% recommend." -Maria




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Home for Harvest

Starring: Landy Cannon, Alys Crocker, Brigitte Kingsley, Troy Blundell, Dan Karpenchuk

Premieres: October 1, 2022

Storyline: Katie (Brigitte Kingsley) is an ambitious world traveler with a popular adventure blog. When a high profile magazine hires her to write a series of articles, she is thrilled. But to her surprise they are sending her back to her hometown to cover their famous Harvest Festival. Katie left her hometown brokenhearted years ago with no intention of ever returning. Despite her feelings, Katie reluctantly takes the job. When she arrives, she meets Noah (Landy Cannon), whose kindness and charm quickly win her heart. But when ex-boyfriend Chad (Troy Blundell) enters the picture with promise he has changed and wants her back, Katie must decide if she should give Chad a second chance or if Noah is her one true love.

Movie Review:

🍁 "Home for Harvest is family friendly. I saw it a couple years ago and just last loved it! I can't wait to see Home for a Royal heart. The story sounds adorable and so are her outfits, but honestly, I just adore her cheerful personality. Really makes the film more enjoyable when the actors are naturally kind. Hope you all have a lovely end to the summer and a cool colorful fall! Finally time for pumpkins!😍 God bless!" ~Abigail

🍁 "Home for Harvest is very cozy! And I hope you all got to see the 2 trailers for the first 2 new Christmas movies." :) -Maria

🍁"Home for Harvest - Very family-friendly, sweet movie. I liked the relationship rebuilding between the two sisters and the pumpkin patch scenes were fun. The romance was a bit quick, but still cute! This seasonal movie is a nice addition to Great American Family's lineup." ~Net



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Cider and Sunsets

Previous Title: How to Find Forever

Starring: Erin Agostino and Aaron Ashmore

Premieres: October 8, 2022

Storyline: Marley’s brilliant at organizing other people’s engagements, but unlucky in finding romance herself. When designing her most important proposal yet, the man who could jeopardize it all may be the one who helps find her own love story.

Movie Review:

🍁 "Cider and Sunsets (new title suits it BTW) was very sweet!" –Maria

🍁 "Cider & Sunsets is friendly. An Event & Proposal Planner named Marley Kennedy’s client named Grant for his first Anniversary with his girlfriend named Lara - Marley has plan to recreate childhood dreams on the farm for her best friend named Lara Ashcroft & Grant & she’s on the way back home in Little Brook.Marley & Curt Richards have same order; Peanut Butter & Jelly French Toast and Lime Juice from Yvonne’s cafe at the same time. Marley is staying at Peter & Yvonne’s place. She plans scavenger hunt for Lara to the barn where Grant is. Marley tells Peter about her plans for proposals, engagements, etc…, for people. Peter tells Marley about Richards Sr.,& his Son named Curt is Richards Jr., whose runs for Apple Orchards for cider. The Richards brought Ashcroft’s home for 15 years ago. Curt makes cider by the name Fresh Off the Press. Curt has a Sister named Rachel. There’s only 3 brews to try for cider competition; Cloudy Day Cider, Fresh Off the Press, & Kind Orchard Tree. Curt has Sister named Rachel. The local independent judges choose number 3 as the winner. Curt tries to taste his cider better than other ones. Curt & Marley harvest the apples with a compass 🧭. Curt’s homemade cider makes of spices, sugar, honey, $ other ingredients to make an unique recipe. Grant tastes Curt’s cider; it’s really good. In fact, his Brother is a Drinks Distributor & he gives his Brother’s business card to Curt…, Beverages & Drinks… Curt’s ex-fiancée named Sacha from floral vendor. Grant asks Marley’s help for proposal & unless Marley recreates the proposal to Lara on the Farm in Little Brook for him for Grant & Lara’s first Anniversary with scavenger hunt. Marley, Yvonne, Peter, & Apple pickers to harvest the apples. To split 2 teams. Rachel tells her Brother, Curt about cider competition in fact they’re employees rather than independent judges & Curt labelled Curt’s Country Cider & they won an award. Curt tells his Sister; Rachel about it that they won. Tanya drives Lara with blindfold in Marley & Lara’s hometown in Little Brook on the farm unless Lara removes blindfold & goes scavenger hunt & there’s Grant at the barn so, Grant proposes to Lara to her marry him by saying yes. Lara was so hard on her fiancé; Grant who kept secrets from her unless Marley asks Lara to forgive him & when Lara & Grant spend time alone together. Curt asks Marley to stay with him to coordinate the weddings at the orchards, be a Wedding Planner, & here. Curt brings Marley, her favorite flowers from Sacha, their favorite peanut butter & jelly sandwiches on French Toast, Lime Soda, & her favorite cookies from the bakery on picnic proposal." ~Anonymous

🍁 "Cider and Sunsets is a family friendly story. I liked the country feel and apple ochard. Such a wonderful supporting cast, especially the older couple who invite Marley to stay with them. They were so refreshing and fun. I wish there had been more chemistry between the leads, but it was still a very sweet movie." ~Net

🍁 "Cider & Sunsets - I watched it this weekend and I really enjoyed it! I don’t recall seeing the leads in anything before but their connection was believable & the conversations they had in the orchard were nice, not just superficial stuff. Of course I loved the scenery and the orchard but my favorite might just be the couple Peter and Yvonne, they were so cute scheming trying to get the leads to meet up and hang out. I have seen Mary Long in a couple other movies and always love watching her." ~Paula



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My Boss’ Wedding

Starring: Drew Seeley, Holly Deveaux, Brigitte Kingsley, Landy Cannon, Alys Crocker

Premieres: October 15, 2022

Storyline: Sparks fly when a personal assistant plans her boss's wedding with the groom's handsome nephew.

Movie Reviews:

🍁 "My Boss’ Wedding is family friendly. A personal assistant named Nicole plans her Boss named Kim Price’s wedding with the groom named Bradley’s handsome Nephew named Michael for wedding venues, wedded gowns, an engagement party, etc… Michael has 4 dogs are corgi. Bradley’s first Wife named Rebecca & their Daughter named Samantha. He calls his Daughter Sam a nicknamed “Honey Bunny”. Kim & Bradley’s Wedding Day. They get married." ~Anonymous

🍁 "My Boss's Wedding was cute." –Maria




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My *Quick* Take:

It's nice to see two of these movies are NEW Premieres from Reel One Entertainment, A Royal Seaside Romance (previous title: Home for a Royal Heart) and How to Find Forever. Hopefully, we'll see even more new movies from this production company on Great American Family at Christmastime.

And, it's great to see some of these movies are fall-themed!

Share your thoughts on these movies in comments below...

Blessings and Happy Fall, Y'all, Net 🍃🍂

images via: Great American Media/Marvista/Reel One

Great American Family Saturday Movie Premieres (*UPDATE!) August 13th & Beyond! 🐎💐See Here:

image: Susie Abromeit - Love in Bloom (screen shot via GAC Media)

Great American Family is transitioning back to airing rom-com's on Saturdays starting this weekend - after a successful month of airing their Christmas movies on GAC Family and GAC Living during Christmas in July!

In case you haven't heard... beginning August 20th 13th 'til the end of the year (except Labor Day weekend), Great American Family will be airing a NEW romantic comedy EVERY Saturday night! Even better news... during Christmastime the network will premiere a NEW Christmas movie EVERY Saturday and Sunday night!


GAC Media has already announced the first two movie premieres in August...


Retreat to Paradise - Saturday, August 13, 2022

Storyline: Ellie tends to injured tennis star Jordan as he heals from a shoulder injury. He's selfish and miserable but with Ellie's help, both start to hope for a brighter future together.



Love in Bloom - Saturday, August ?, 2022

Storyline: Storyline: Amelia (Susie Abromeit) has the perfect life; a successful floristry in Chicago and a boyfriend who is about to propose. When her soon-to-be-married little sister and fiancé become marooned at a mountain retreat days before their wedding in Primrose River Australia, Amelia and the Best Man, Grayson Tanner (Julian Haig), are tasked with stepping in to save the wedding. Amelia finds new meaning in the town’s beautiful gardens, and love where she least expected.



What's Coming after August? 

Last week GAC Family released this new promo video highlighting the new movies coming in August and beyond. You may recognize some of the movies in the video, but in case you don't, scroll down below to see the movie titles featured in the video coming in September and October...

We'll start with an easy one...

One of the movies shown in the video is Prescription for Love, starring Trevor Donovan (Jingle Bell Princess) and Jillian Murray (Christmas in the Pines). Many of us were already anticipating this movie might be one of the films chosen since it was previously announced (in February) by GAC Family as coming to the network.

Prescription for Love storyline: A nurse fights for a chance at love with a new doctor and for a promotion to free herself from the misery her supervisor creates. As her supervisor tries to derail her chance at happiness, she learns to stand up for herself and go after her dreams.

Another movie shown in GAC's video clip is Just Add Love, starring Laura Mitchell (Blueprint to the Heart) and Brad Johnson (A Crafty Christmas Romance).

Just Add Love storyline: April, an uptight health-chef guru is on the verge of notoriety, but her brand of cooking is failing. Despite her assurances healthy is tasty, those who have tried her recipes disagree. Unwilling to give up on her hard work and career, April vows to reinvent herself and travels to Italy to learn how to incorporate the country’s notoriously rich culture of food into her own recipes. There, she meets Rob, a brilliant chef specializing in Italian cuisine, who helps April find a new joy and freedom in life and in cooking.

This next film highlighted in the promo clip is My Boss' Wedding, starring Holly Deveaux and Drew Seeley. The two also starred together in the holiday film, Christmas Movie Magic, which aired last year on Lifetime.

My Boss' Wedding storyline: Nicole Waters is a super organized workaholic, which makes her the perfect personal assistant to Kimberly Price, a high-powered venture capitalist. Nicole runs every aspect of Kim’s life and plans every day down to the minute, so when Kim gets engaged to Bradley, she decides to put Nicole in charge of the wedding planning. But the big problem… Nicole HATES weddings and is stuck with Michael, Bradley’s nephew, who LOVES weddings!

The last movie I'm mentioning is actually the first movie shown in the video when you see the couple riding horses on the beach. The film is This Little Love of Mine starring Saskia Hampele and Liam McIntyre (Apple of My Eye). I'm not familiar with any of Saskia's previous work.

This Little Love of Mine storyline: A workaholic lawyer returns to her island home to convince an old friend to take over his family's company - but rekindled feelings soon get in the way.


I'll be sharing more details as soon as Great American Family gives premiere dates for these films and more coming to the network this Autumn and Christmas! Stay tuned!

Happy movie watching! 

Blessings, Net