Happy December! 'Tis the Week for Christmas Musical Specials and More!

Are you ready for Christmas Carols or Rockin' Around the Christmas tree? Enjoy these special Christmas Programs airing throughout this first week of December...


MONDAY, DEC. 1 on ABC

The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
Time: 8:00-10:00 p.m.

The 10th annual seasonal celebration will feature new musical performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California; and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi.


Tuesday, DEC. 2 on ABC:

CMA Country Christmas
Time: 9-10 p.m.

Filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience, the 16th annual “CMA Country Christmas” will feature one-of-a-kind musical performances of festive classics from country music’s biggest stars. Hosted by Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis, the holiday special will include performances by Daigle, Davis, Riley Green, Lady A, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks and BeBe Winans.


Wednesday, Dec. 3 on NBC:

CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Time: 8-10 p.m.

Hosted by Reba McEntire, the dazzling display of musical talents, star-studded surprises and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree remains one of the holiday season's most anticipated events.


Wednesday, Dec. 3 on NBC:

CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE
10-11 p.m.

Hosted by Trisha Yearwood
Celebrate the season Nashville-style! Ring in the holidays with dazzling performances and a night of music, magic and merrymaking straight from Music City.


THURSDAY, DEC. 4 on ABC:

The Great Christmas Light Fight: “The Holiday Express” (Season Premiere)
9:00-10:00 p.m.

On the Season 13 premiere, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the Palusso, Greason and Jimenez families compete for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted “Light Fight” trophy as Carter Oosterhouse judges these over-the-top displays.

The Great Christmas Light Fight: “Santa’s Making His List”
10:00-11:00 p.m.

In an all-new episode of “The Great Christmas Light Fight,” judge Taniya Nayak continues the holiday festivities as the Irvin, Lunar and Kopatz families battle for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted “Light Fight” trophy.


FRIDAY, DEC. 5 on Great American Family:

2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting
8 p.m. ET

The 103rd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on the Ellipse at The White House and President’s Park on December 4, 2025. Great American Family will air the special on Friday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. ET and stream on Great American Pure Flix until Jan. 31, 2026. The ceremony will include performances by Alana Springsteen, Brett Young, Gabby Barrett, Jillian Cardarelli, Jon Pardi, Matthew West, The Beach Boys, and Warren Zeiders, with Gabby Barrett and Matthew West serving as co-hosts. The evening’s performances will be led by Music Director Tariqh Akoni, backed by The United States Navy Band Commodores.


SATURDAY, DEC. 6 on the Hallmark Channel:

THE HALLMARK CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE: A HOMETOWN HOLIDAY

Filmed during the first weekend of the event, the Hallmark Christmas Experience is a holiday event in Kansas City, Missouri, featuring a Christmas market, tree lightings, and various activities.


Be sure to mark your calendar or set your DVR for these festive Christmas special events airing this week! (Some of these specials will also be available later on via streaming through Peacock, Pure Flix, etc...)

Merry Christmas, Everyone!

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NBC's Christmas Specials Are Here - It’s a Wonderful Life, Frosty, Rudolph, The Grinch and More

Celebrate Christmas on NBC this holiday season! 🎄✨

NBC has officially announced its lineup of annual holiday programming, featuring cherished classics!

I’m so delighted that Frosty and Rudolph will be lighting up NBC again this year, and Christmas Eve just wouldn’t feel complete without 'It’s a Wonderful Life'! It warms my heart to see these beloved classics return to the holiday schedule. Every year, my family gathers around to watch together, and without fail, our eyes fill with happy tears as we’re reminded just how rich George Bailey’s life truly is... surrounded by the love of family and friends.

With NBC's schedule now revealed, it’s the perfect time to take a closer look at when these specials will air.

Here are some of the festive highlights coming our way…


NBC - THIS CHRISTMAS:

COUNTDOWN TO THE 99TH MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
Wednesday, Nov. 26
Broadcast live from the famous starting line on the eve of the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, viewers will get an exclusive first look at the incredible stories behind the floats, balloons and bands as they prepare to make their way through the streets of New York.

99th MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
Thursday, Nov. 27, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
The 99th edition of the world-famous Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade(R) brings its one-of-a-kind magic to New York City spectators and a national television audience with its exciting array of balloons, floats, marching bands, celebrities and more in America's most watched entertainment telecast of the year.

CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 8-10 p.m.
Hosted by Reba McEntire, the dazzling display of musical talents, star-studded surprises and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree remains one of the holiday season's most anticipated events.

CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10-11 p.m.
Celebrate the season Nashville-style! Ring in the holidays with dazzling performances and a night of music, magic and merrymaking straight from Music City.

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Thursday, Dec. 4, 8-8:30 p.m. (encore on Dec. 25 at 8 p.m.)
The classic animated tale of the curmudgeonly Grinch who's hoping to remove the joy from Christmas but, ultimately, has a change of heart.

FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
Thursday, Dec. 4, 8:30-9 p.m. (encore on Dec. 9 at 8 p.m.) The cherished original holiday special about how Frosty, everyone's favorite snowman, came to life one day.

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
Friday, Dec. 5, 8-9:15 p.m. (encore on Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.)
The classic animated special offers the perspective of Rudolph, who's told he couldn't play in any Reindeer Games due to his glowing nose. Rudolph sets out on a fantastic journey where he meets Hermey the elf, prospector Yukon Cornelius and a host of Misfit Toys, all while trying to hide from the Abominable Snow Monster.

PASSWORD HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Monday, Dec. 8, 10-11p.m. (encore on Dec. 18 at 8p.m.)
"Password," hosted by Keke Palmer and starring Jimmy Fallon, returns to NBC primetime to ring in the holiday season with a very merry, special holiday episode. Celebrity guest Jonathan Groff spreads good cheer, pairing up with contestants to compete against Fallon and his teammate in a festive edition of the iconic celebrity word game.

SHREK THE HALLS
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:30-9 p.m. (encore on Dec. 17 at 8 p.m.)
This half-hour animated special debuted in 2007 and features a Christmas twist on the original "Shrek" characters.

A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 17 at p.m.)
Hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, this special will feature performances by Motown legends and today's hottest stars celebrating iconic Hitsville U.S.A classics and their favorite holiday songs.

NBC 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW PRESENTED BY ACCESS HOLLYWOOD
Thursday, Dec. 11, 9:15-10 p.m. (one-hour extended version airing Dec. 17 at 10 p.m.)
What: "Access Hollywood's" Mario Lopez and Kit Hoover host NBC's primetime special, recapping the most talked about entertainment stories and buzzworthy headlines of the year.

JIMMY FALLON'S HOLIDAY SEASONING SPECTACULAR
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 9 -10 p.m.
Jimmy Fallon searches for the holiday spirit in New York, exploring a surreal and magical apartment building where behind every door a different celebrity joins him for a performance from his festive holiday album, "Holiday Seasoning." The star-studded lineup of guests includes Meghan Trainor, Cara Delevingne, Dolly Parton, JB Smoove, Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, LL Cool J, The Roots, "Weird Al" Yankovic and more.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 8-11 p.m.
NBC again presents this Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart. An angel is sent from heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Thursday, Dec. 25, 8:30-11 p.m.
On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green revenge-seeking Grinch who plans on ruining the Christmas holiday for all of the citizens of the town.


I hope you'll all enjoy many of these wonderful Christmas classics and more throughout the Christmas season!

Keep the Christmas Spirit 

✨ Glowing ✨

like Rudolph's shiny nose,🔴

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It's 🎄Christmas in Rockefeller Center🎄 TONIGHT On NBC 🌟 See Who is Performing...

The annual "Christmas in Rockefeller Center” Special airs live Tonight, Wednesday, December 4th, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and will also simulcast on Peacock.

Did you know that The Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting has been an annual tradition since 1933! Wow! 91 years! It is wonderful that this heartwarming holiday tradition carries on.


Here is an excerpt below of some of the details for tonight's show via NBC's press release:


NBC'S "CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER" UNVEILS STAR-STUDDED PERFORMER LINEUP FOR ANNUAL TREE-LIGHTING TELECAST

Backstreet Boys, Dan + Shay, Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, Coco Jones, Little Big Town, RAYE, the Radio City Rockettes and Thalia Set to Take the Stage as Part of Iconic New York City Holiday Tradition.

Emmy and Grammy Award Winner Kelly Clarkson Will Return to Host and Perform During Two-Hour Holiday Special.

Prior to the primetime telecast, an additional live hour of the special will be broadcast on all NBC Owned Television Stations and on numerous NBC affiliates nationwide starting at 7 p.m. ET. Check local listings. This special live hour will be hosted by "Access Hollywood" and "Access Daily with Mario & Kit" host Mario Lopez, as well as WNBC news anchors Natalie Pasquarella and David Ushery.

The annual holiday special will celebrate the lighting of a 74-foot tall, 43-foot wide Norway Spruce from West Stockbridge, Mass. The tree weighs approximately 11 tons, will be adorned with more than 50,000 multi-colored LED lights and topped with a three-dimensional Swarovski star.

Continuing a longstanding tradition, after the tree leaves Rockefeller Center it will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and milled into lumber that will be used for home building.


I hope many of you will enjoy tonight's program. If any of you are also able to see the first hour hosted by Mario Lopez, please let us know if he is able to promote his upcoming Great American Family Christmas movie, Once Upon a Christmas Wish, during it. He did an interview last night for the film in New York on Jesse Watters Primetime on Fox News. Mario discussed that this was his first movie with Great American Family and (paraphrasing) that he was glad to get his family involved with this project.

Disclaimer: Please know, I am simply reporting above all of the performers that will be in attendance for the Christmas in Rockefeller Center tree lighting; I am not aware of what may occur during a live program. Viewer discretion is advised.

Hopefully, it will be a fun, family-friendly program, and everyone will enjoy seeing the beautiful Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center lit up again!

May Your Day 

Be Merry & Bright!

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🔔⛄🎄 When You Can See 'It's a Wonderful Life,' 'Frosty the Snowman,' 'CMA Country Christmas,' and More on NBC, ABC, and CBS

Below, you will find some of the BEST CLASSIC Christmas films and cartoons and some NEW Christmas programs coming to our local TV channels: ABC, CBS, and NBC this Christmas!

Before we get to that, Happy ONE MONTH 'til Christmas Day, everyone! As we mark this 25th, I hope you all enjoy watching LOTS of wonderful Christmas movies airing on TV today! If you have a special Christmas movie pick for this day, please share in comments below. I share mine at the end of this post.


Now, onto when you can see these Christmas classics and more...


Christmas on ABC, CBS, and NBC:

Wednesday, November 27, 2024:

Countdown to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ... NBC ... 8-9pm


Thursday, November 28, 2024:

98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ... NBC ... 8:30am-12pm


Saturday, November 30, 2024:

Reindeer in Here ... CBS ... 8pm


Sunday, December 1, 2024:

The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular ... ABC ... 8pm


Tuesday, December 3, 2024:

CMA Country Christmas ... ABC ... 8-9:02pm
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town ... ABC ... 9pm


Wednesday, December 4, 2024:

Christmas in Rockefeller Center ... NBC ... 8pm


Thursday, December 5, 2024:

The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 8pm
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966) ... NBC ... 8pm
Frosty the Snowman ... NBC ... 8:30pm
The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 9pm


Friday, December 6, 2024:

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer ... NBC ... 8pm


Tuesday, December 10, 2024:

Olaf’s Frozen Adventure ... ABC ... 8pm
Toy Story That Time Forgot ... ABC ... 8:30pm
Disney Prep & Landing ... ABC ... 9pm
Disney Prep & Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice ... ABC ... 9:30pm


Wednesday, December 11, 2024:

Shrek the Halls ... NBC ... 8:30pm
A Motown Christmas ... NBC ... 9pm


Thursday, December 12, 2024:

The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 8pm
The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 9pm


Sunday, December 15, 2024:

The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: The Sound of Music ... ABC ... 8pm


Monday, December 16, 2024:

Little Big Town’s Christmas at the Opry ... NBC ... 8-10pm


Thursday, December 19, 2024:

The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 8pm
The Great Christmas Light Fight ... ABC ... 9pm
Nate Bargatze’s Nashville Christmas ... CBS ... 9:01pm
Barry Manilow’s A Very Barry Christmas ... NBC ... 10pm


Friday, December 20, 2024:

National Christmas Tree Lighting ... CBS ... 8pm
Josh Groban & Friends Go Home for the Holidays ... CBS ... 9pm


Sunday, December 22, 2024:

The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: The Santa Clause ... ABC ... 8pm


Tuesday, December 24, 2024:

It’s a Wonderful Life ... NBC ... 8-11pm
The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: Home Alone ... ABC ... 8pm


Wednesday, December 25, 2024:

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade ... ABC ... 10am
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966) ... NBC ... 8:30pm


Thursday, December 26, 2024:

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas ... NBC ... 9-11pm


Over the weekend, I watched A Little Women's Christmas on Great American Family and thought it was lovely, and I watched Santa Tell Me on the Hallmark Channel, which was cozy and a little zany, sometimes, but in a delightful sort of way.

Tonight I'll probably watch something lighthearted and fun and choose a new movie I haven't seen, yet... To Have and To Holiday, which encores tonight, Monday, November 25th at 6pm/5c. on the Hallmark Channel, followed by one of my favorites, Picture a Perfect Christmas at 8pm/7c.! And, if you're a night owl, like I am, A Christmas Less Traveled encores tonight on Great American Family at 10pm/9c.!

Happy ONE MONTH 

'til Christmas, Everyone!

Wishing you all... 

God's Love, Joy, and Peace,

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🔔 Classic Christmas Movie Alert 🔔 'It's A Wonderful Life' And More Holiday Programming Coming To NBC This Christmas - SEE HERE:

The beloved Christmas movie classic, 'It's A Wonderful Life,' starring James Stewart, Donna Reed, and Lionel Barrymore, returns to NBC in its traditional timeslot on Christmas Eve! There's nothing quite like this beloved story of the common man, George Bailey, whose life touches everyone around him in his hometown of Bedford Falls. It's a powerful story that touches many hearts because it emphasizes how one man's life touches the other. Every life has value, meaning, and purpose!

Plus, in addition to 'It's A Wonderful Life,' NBC will air the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the cherished Christmas cartoons "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "Frosty the Snowman," and other holiday-themed programming!

See the press release below from NBC. Please know that this is not an endorsement of every program. I am simply sharing the full press release.


Press Release:

NBC UNVEILS LINEUP 

OF NEW AND RETURNING 

BELOVED HOLIDAY 

PROGRAMMING

Specials Include "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade," "Christmas in Rockefeller Center," "National Dog Show Presented by Purina," "Jimmy Fallon's Holiday Seasoning Spectacular," "A Motown Christmas," "Little Big Town's Christmas at the Opry," Plus Holiday Classics "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," "Frosty the Snowman" and So Much More


UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. - Nov. 4, 2024 - In celebration of the upcoming holiday season, NBC will once again bring families together with its beloved annual specials and a lineup of exciting new programming.

Favorite perennial programming will once again return to viewers homes with "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade," "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" and several others. New programming for 2024 includes "Jimmy Fallon's Holiday Seasoning Spectacular" and "A Motown Christmas," hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey. Additionally, NBC will air two beloved holiday classics: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" will return to the network after first launching on NBC in 1964 and "Frosty the Snowman" has also come back to NBC after last airing on the network in 1971.

"These holiday events and specials bring families together in ways like nothing else can," said Jen Neal, Executive Vice President, Live Events and Specials, NBCUniversal Entertainment. "Whether it's a behind-the-scenes look at 'Wicked,' the joy of the Thanksgiving parade or a national treasure such as 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' returning to NBC, we absolutely consider it a privilege to share these iconic programs with our audience."

See below for a list of holiday programming through Jan. 1, 2025. Times listed are both ET/PT.

DEFYING GRAVITY: THE CURTAIN RISES ON WICKED
When: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 10-11 p.m.
What: In celebration of Universal Pictures' new cinematic event, international superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande lead an all-star cast in a spectacular behind-the-scenes journey through Oz for their new film, "Wicked." The special will include an exclusive scene from the film.

COUNTDOWN TO MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
When: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 8-9 p.m.
What: Hosted by Wendi McLendon-Covey ("St. Denis Medical") and live from the famous starting line on the eve of the iconic Thanksgiving Day parade, viewers will get a sneak peek at the incredible stories behind the floats, balloons and bands on their journey through the streets of New York.

A SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE THANKSGIVING
When: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 9-11 p.m.
What: The iconic late-night program will highlight memorable Thanksgiving-themed sketches from its 50 seasons.

98th MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
When: Thursday, Nov. 28, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (encore at 2 p.m.)
What: The world famous Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade continues to bring the magic of the parade to New York City spectators and a national television audience with its exciting array of balloons, floats, marching bands, celebrities and more.

NATIONAL DOG SHOW PRESENTED BY PURINA
When: Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-2 p.m.
What: NBC's Thanksgiving Day tradition is hosted by John O'Hurley, former "Seinfeld" star and winner of "Dancing with the Stars," along with expert analyst David Frei. Mary Carillo will offer a behind-the-scenes account of the competition.

CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 8-10 p.m.
What: Hosted by Kelly Clarkson, the dazzling display of musical talents, star-studded surprises and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree remains one of the holiday season's most anticipated events.

JIMMY FALLON'S HOLIDAY SEASONING SPECTACULAR
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 10-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 18 at 8 p.m.)
What: Jimmy Fallon searches for the holiday spirit in New York, exploring a surreal and magical apartment building where behind every door a different celebrity joins him for a comedic holiday musical performance.

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 8-8:30 p.m. (encore on Dec. 25 at 8 p.m.)
What: The classic animated tale of the curmudgeonly Grinch who's hoping to remove the joy from Christmas but, ultimately, has a change of heart.

FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 8:30-9 p.m. (encore on Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.)
What: The cherished original holiday special about how Frosty, everyone's favorite snowman, came to life one day.

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
When: Friday, Dec. 6, 8-9:15 p.m. (encore on Dec. 12 at 8 p.m.)
What: The classic animated special offers the perspective of Rudolph, who's told he couldn't play in any Reindeer Games due to his glowing nose. Rudolph sets out on a fantastic journey where he meets Hermey the elf, prospector Yukon Cornelius and a host of Misfit Toys, all while trying to hide from the Abominable Snow Monster.

SHREK THE HALLS
When: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 8:30-9 p.m.
What: This half-hour animated special debuted in 2007 and features a Christmas twist on the original "Shrek" characters.

A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
When: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 17 at p.m.)
What: Hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, this special will feature performances by Motown legends and today's hottest stars celebrating iconic Hitsville U.S.A classics and their favorite holiday songs.

E! NEWS PRESENTS NBC'S HOT 10 OF 2024
When: Thursday, Dec. 12, 9:15-10 p.m. (one-hour extended version airing Dec. 26 at 8 p.m.) What: The end-of-year special hosted by E! News' Justin Sylvester and Keltie Knight will highlight the biggest and most unforgettable moments of the year from the Olympics to award show trendsetters and the buzziest celebrity couples in addition to blockbuster films, television, music, sports, entertainment and more along with what to expect in 2025. Special appearances by Jimmy Fallon, Dolly Parton, Andy Cohen and more who will recount their favorite viral moments.

LITTLE BIG TOWN'S CHRISTMAS AT THE OPRY
When: Monday, Dec. 16, 8-10 p.m. (encore on Dec. 19 at 8 p.m.)
What: A star-studded music special featuring a dazzling array of country's biggest names and hosted by Grammy Award-winning superstars Little Big Town. The celebration will feature a variety of Christmas favorites and holiday classics in front of a live audience at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.

A SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE CHRISTMAS
When: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 23 at 8 p.m.)
What: The iconic late-night program will highlight memorable Christmas-themed sketches from its 50 seasons.

BARRY MANILOW'S A VERY BARRY CHRISTMAS
When: Thursday, Dec. 19, 10-11 p.m.
What: With a Vegas-sized backdrop and a renowned band, the evening will feature the best of Manilow's greatest hits, including "Copacabana," "Mandy," "I Write the Songs" and "Looks Like We Made It" along with several holiday favorites.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
When: Tuesday, Dec. 24, 8-11 p.m.
What: NBC again presents this Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart. An angel is sent from heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.

CHRISTMAS EVE MASS
When: Sunday, Dec. 24, 11:30 p.m.-1 a.m.
What: Viewers will be able to watch the Pope Francis-led mass from St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
When: Wednesday, Dec. 25, 8:30-11 pm.
What: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green revenge-seeking Grinch who plans on ruining the Christmas holiday for all of the citizens of the town.

DOLLY PARTON'S MOUNTAIN MAGIC CHRISTMAS
When: Thursday, Dec. 26, 9-11 p.m.
What: Join Dolly Parton and friends as she draws on holidays past, guided by her personal Three Wise Mountain Men, to find the unique "mountain magic" of Christmas. Musical performances by Jimmy Fallon, Willie Nelson, Miley Cyrus and more.

135th ROSE PARADE PRESENTED BY HONDA
When: Monday, Jan. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ET / 8-10 a.m. PT
What: The streets of Pasadena, Calif., are lined with thousands of parade fans as gorgeous rose-covered floats and marching bands partake in their annual New Year's holiday festivities.


********* End of Press Release *********

Have a Merry Day!

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🎸♫ Tune In This Christmas On NBC For A Country Music Holiday Special "Little Big Town's Christmas at the Opry"

Coming this holiday season... "Little Big Town's Christmas at the Opry"!

According to NBC's press release, the two hour show, premiering on December 16th, will feature fan-favorite artists, including Dan + Shay, Kelsea Ballerini, Sheryl Crow, Kirk Franklin, Josh Groban, Kate Hudson and Orville Peck.

Hosting this holiday musical event are: Grammy Award-Winning Musical Group Little Big Town.

Following the shows broadcast on NBC, the special will be available for streaming on Peacock the next day.

This Christmas musical event will take place in front of a live audience at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee.

NBC shared this statement from Little Big Town in their press release, "We are simply beside ourselves to announce that we will host our own NBC holiday special at the prestigious Grand Ole Opry House," said Opry members Little Big Town. "This is an incredible honor for us, and we are beyond thrilled to share this special evening with viewers and fans across the country. We've invited some of our dearest friends to join us on stage, and we can't wait for everyone to experience the magic of the holidays at such an incredible venue. After 25 years as a band, we're also excited to release our very first Christmas album and are thrilled to perform some of those classics during this special."

"Little Big Town's Christmas at the Opry" will air on NBC December 16, 2024 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Stream next day on Peacock.

Have a Merry Day!

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🌟 NBC Christmas Specials Tonight: 91st Annual Christmas In Rockefeller Center 🎄 and Christmas at Graceland ♪

91st Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center

The 91st annual tree-lighting ceremony in New York features celebrity guests and live performances.

Along with Kelly Clarkson, who is hosting and singing, the list of scheduled performers includes Chloe Bailey, Adam Blackstone, Cher, David Foster, Liz Gillies, Darlene Love, Seth MacFarlane, Barry Manilow, Katharine McPhee, Keke Palmer, Carly Pearce, and Manuel Turizo.

The tree lighting is a two-hour program beginning at 8pm/7c. on NBC.

Christmas at Graceland

Following Christmas In Rockefeller Center, NBC will air Christmas at Graceland at 10pm/9c.

According to graceland.com, Alanis Morissette, John Legend, Kacey Musgraves, Kane Brown, Lainey Wilson, Lana Del Rey, Post Malone, and The War And Treaty will each pay tribute to Elvis with exclusive, one-of-a-kind performances from inside the Graceland estate.


Please note: This post is not an endorsement of all of these performers; I hope these programs will be fun family shows, but please use your own discretion while watching these live programs.

May your day be Merry & Bright!

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images via: NBC

🌄🌲The Mountains are Calling!🌲🌄 NBC Announces New Holiday Special: "DOLLY PARTON'S MOUNTAIN MAGIC CHRISTMAS"

Details via press release from NBC...

"DOLLY PARTON'S MOUNTAIN MAGIC CHRISTMAS"

A modern-day movie musical about the making of a network TV special, "Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas" is the frenetic backstage story and delightful on-camera results of Dolly's desire to uplift an exhausted world's spirits by sharing the unique "mountain magic" she has always found in and around Dollywood at Christmas. Throughout the movie's production numbers and rehearsal chaos, Dolly finds herself taking a private journey into her past, guided by the mysterious appearances of her personal Three Wise Men. When it's time for her big special to air live, a renewed and inspired Dolly goes rogue and shows the world that the real magic of Christmas lies in the hearts of the children we all once were, the realization that Christmas is about the people we share it with, and how her faith remains the common thread between Christmases past, present, and future.

David Rambo will write and executive produce with Sam Haskell and Dolly Parton. Billy Levin and Bobby Kelly will produce. Hudson Hickman will co-executive produce.

Warner Bros. Television will produce in association with Magnolia Hill Productions and Sandollar Productions.

--------End of excerpt from Press Release--------

Dolly Parton's previous Christmas TV movies include: Coat of Many Colors (which drew 13 million viewers for NBC in 2015), Christmas of Many Colors (pulled in 11.5 million viewers for NBC in 2016), and Christmas at Dollywood (had 3.65 million viewers for the Hallmark Channel in 2019). She also has a Netflix musical/drama titled: Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square. Older Christmas films starring Dolly Parton include: Unlikely Angel and A Smoky Mountain Christmas.

My personal favorite is Coat of Many Colors; it is such an incredibly moving, powerful story about faith, family, and forgiveness.

Hopefully, this new holiday special will also be heartwarming and inspirational.

Blessings, Net

🔔 When to See *IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE* on TV in 2020! 🔔 SEE HERE:

In my book "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE" is THE CHRISTMAS CLASSIC! Do you feel the same way? All year long, I just can't wait to see this special movie during the Christmas season. For 3 wonderful hours (with commercials) I am completely captured by George Bailey and all of the happenings in the small town of Bedford Falls. Of ALL the movies I've ever seen, it is by far my absolute favorite. Do you agree? It is so meaningful to see how each of our lives touches the other. Accumulating money does not make us rich; instead, we are enriched by our faith, family and friends. That is the message that rings out loud, with the bell, when Clarence gets his wings! 

When to Watch "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE" on TV:

Friday, December 11, 2020 at 8pm/7c. on USA

Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 9am/8c. on USA

Christmas Eve-

Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 8pm/7c. on NBC

"It's a Wonderful Life" is also available in an all new 4K UHD + Blu-ray DVD + Digital Streaming packaged in an awesome Steelbook. I gifted this already to my Sister and she loved it! It is so beautiful in person and such an excellent Collector's DVD Edition for anyone who loves "It's a Wonderful Life!" It comes with two discs, a remastered black/white version and a Blu-ray colorized version. See at Amazon- Click Here!

There is also an It's a Wonderful Life Study Guide: A Bible Study Based on the Christmas Classic It's a Wonderful Life. This Study Guide examines this beloved holiday classic and reminds us how easily we can become distracted from what is truly meaningful in life. This five-week Bible study experience comes complete with discussion questions for each session, Scripture references, detailed character sketches, movie summary, and related commentary. See at Amazon- Click Here!

Also new this year, like the DVD above, is the It's a Wonderful Life: The Illustrated Holiday Classic! This beautiful hardcover book retells the story of "It's a Wonderful Life" with incredible, colorful illustrations. See the inside of the book and more details at Amazon- Click Here!



I hope you enjoy watching this beloved classic, again, or for the very first time. No matter how many times we see it, "It's a Wonderful Life" is always guaranteed to touch our heart!

God's Blessings & Merry Christmas, Everyone! Net

🎄*The Great Christmas Light Fight!* 🌟 *Greatest Holiday Commercials!* 🌟 *Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Musical!* Premiere TONIGHT! 🎅

Besides the typical, lighthearted Christmas movie rom-com, there are other great Christmas TV specials and events- so I thought I'd share an update today with the new holiday shows premiering tonight!


Wednesday, December 9, 2020:

When the sun goes down, brighten up your night with...

*The Great Christmas Light Fight*

Details via ABC: It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas as ABC's tree-mendously popular decorating competition series, "The Great Christmas Light Fight," takes over Wednesdays in December as it returns for its eighth season with back-to-back episodes starting WEDNESDAY DEC 9 at 8/7c, for three consecutive weeks. America's brightest houses bring joy to the world with the help of celebrity judges – lifestyle expert Carter Oosterhouse and famed interior designer Taniya Nayak.

All isn't always calm, but all is definitely bright as the Christmas classic takes viewers across the country to the most elaborate and awe-inspiring holiday displays in the nation. This holiday season, we will once again see four fantastic families face off in each one-hour episode and compete to win $50,000 should they "sleigh" the competition. Taking Christmas decorating to another level, the Heavyweights special will return for its third year featuring a first-ever parade of one-of-a-kind sparkling floats and a mile-long drive-through with over a million synchronized lights, to name a few, that viewers will never forget.

The Great Christmas Light Fight Season Premiere

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

at 8pm/7c. on ABC

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020:

It's a live stage production that's anything but dull - with the premiere of...

*Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Musical!* 

Details via NBC: A new TV musical event - recorded at London's Troubadour Theatre - takes the timeless holiday story from the stage to your screen. Matthew Morrison stars as the Grinch in Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Musical! 

 

Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Musical! premieres

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

at 8pm/7c. on NBC

*CAUTION: I have not pre-screened this; therefore, I do not know if the content or dialogue is family friendly. Please use your own discretion - if you choose to watch. To be honest, my favorite version of "The GRINCH" is the old classic animation. Some children are often very frightful of the movie version, and this one, in my opinion, looks rather creepy, too. So please beware - for your little ones. See trailer below. 

Promo Video Clip:

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020:

Countdown the 12 best holiday commercials ever with...

*Greatest Holiday Commercials Countdown 2020* 

Details via the CW: HOSTS KEVIN FRAZIER AND KELTIE KNIGHT RETURN – This holiday special will countdown the 12 best holiday commercials ever – one for each of the 12 days of Christmas. In addition to the top 12, the special features other great commercials from both the U.S. and abroad, that capture the true spirit of the holiday season – from the heartfelt to the hilarious, from the outstanding to the ridiculous.

Greatest Holiday Commercials Countdown 2020 premieres

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

at 9pm/8c. on the CW

I hope you enjoy all of the CHRISTMAS LIGHTS-

May your evening be MERRY & BRIGHT!

Joyous Blessings! Net

NEW TONIGHT - “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” and "Christmas Cookie Matchup"

image: NBC

Are you ready to watch the big Christmas tree light up in New York?

The annual “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special will air TONIGHT - Wednesday, December 4th on NBC!

According to the network, the broadcast will showcase the lighting of the iconic tree in Rockefeller Plaza and feature festive performances by Chicago, Brett Eldredge, Derek and Julianne Hough, John Legend, Idina Menzel, Lea Michele, NE-YO, Gwen Stefani, Straight No Chaser, and Skylar Astin and Alex Newell from NBC's "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist."

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image: Hallmark Crown Media

Also, look for the next all new episode of "Christmas Cookie Matchup" - with competing Bakers and the "When Calls the Heart" cast on Hallmark Drama tonight at 9pm8c.!

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Happy Christmas watching!

By the way, as we watch them light the Christmas tree up in New York tonight, have you put up or decorated your Christmas tree, yet? We had ours up weeks before Thanksgiving - before all the holiday rush began. We used to do it the weekend after Thanksgiving, but time seems to pass by so quickly now, we want to enjoy it as long as we can!

Joyous Christmas Blessings to you all! Net

🌟 TWO CHRISTMAS PREMIERES TONIGHT 🌟 "A Christmas for the Books" and "Timeless: The Miracle of Christmas"

Thursday, December 20, 2018:

A Christmas for the Books

image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline via Hallmark: Relationship author Joanna Moret fears a breakup will ruin her professional image and an offer for her own TV show. Joanna asks Ted to pose as her boyfriend for the holidays as she plans her future boss’s Christmas gala, and in exchange helps Ted try to win back his... click here to read more...

See the Premiere of A Christmas for the Books

Thursday, December 20, 2018

at 9pm/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Timeless: The Miracle of Christmas
Part l & 2

PLEASE NOTE: This is rated TV-PG-V-D-L.
(features the California Gold Rush & the Korean War)

Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan, Abigail Spencer as Lucy Preston
— Photo by: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Storyline: As Christmas arrives in the Bunker, the Time Team is inspired by a visit from their future selves to find a way to try to save Rufus (Malcolm Barrett). But when the Mothership jumps to 1848 California, they're forced to put those plans on hold and chase Rittenhouse back to the Gold Rush, where they encounter one of the era's most dangerous villains. Then chasing the Mothership to Korea in the winter of 1950, our team helps... click here to read more...

The Series Finale of
Timeless: The Miracle of Christmas Part l & 2

Thursday, December 20, 2018

at 8pm/7c. on NBC

PLEASE NOTE: This is rated TV-PG-V-D-L.
(*I have not pre-screened this show)

We are getting closer and closer to Christmas now; however, there are still plenty of new premieres to see!

I hope you enjoy relaxing tonight
with one of the new ones on TV!

Merry Christmas, Everyone...
and every Blessing from above! Net

Christmas Themed Series Finale - Timeless: The Miracle of Christmas Part l & 2

REVIEW

TV Show: Timeless: The Miracle of Christmas Part l & 2

(This is 2 HOURS!)

Network: NBC

Original Air Date: December 20, 2018

Rated: TV-PG-V-D-L

Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan, Abigail Spencer as Lucy Preston
— Photo by: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Goran Visnjic as Garcia Flynn, Claudia Doumit as Jiya, Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan
 — Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Abigail Spencer as Lucy Preston — Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Malcolm Barrett as Rufus Carlin — Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan — Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

CAST:

Abigail Spencer
Matt Lanter
Goran Visnjic
Sakina Jaffrey
Paterson Joseph
Claudia Doumit

Paterson Joseph as Connor Mason, Malcolm Barrett as Rufus Carlin,
Claudia Doumit as Jiya, Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan
— Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan — Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Abigail Spencer as Lucy Preston, Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan
– Photo: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

Abigail Spencer as Lucy Preston, Malcolm Barrett as Rufus Carlin, Matt Lanter as Wyatt Logan
— Photo by: Darren Michaels/Sony/NBC

PLOT:

Storyline: As Christmas arrives in the Bunker, the Time Team is inspired by a visit from their future selves to find a way to try to save Rufus (Malcolm Barrett). But when the Mothership jumps to 1848 California, they're forced to put those plans on hold and chase Rittenhouse back to the Gold Rush, where they encounter one of the era's most dangerous villains. Then chasing the Mothership to Korea in the winter of 1950, our team helps a stranded, pregnant refugee attempt to escape a tragic fate. Stuck with no way out, our team faces its toughest challenge yet, and in the process, come to terms with their feelings for each other.

Timeless - image: NBC

Movie Review:

Coming...

See or Skip:

Coming...

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images via: NBC via fangirlish.com

Troll's Holiday - an all new Christmas Cartoon!

REVIEW

Cartoon: Trolls Holiday

Network: NBC

Original Air Date: November 24, 2017

CAST:

(voice of cartoon characters)

Anna Kendrick ... Poppy
Justin Timberlake ... Branch
Zooey Deschanel ... Bridget
Christopher Mintz-Plasse ... King Gristle
James Corden ... Biggie
Ron Funches ... Cooper
Kunal Nayyar ... Guy Diamond
Aino Jawo ... Satin
Caroline Hjelt ... Chenille
Walt Dohrn ... Cloud Guy / Smidge / Spider


PLOT:

Storyline via NBC: Based on DreamWorks' hit musical-comedy film,"Trolls Holiday" is an animated special that continues the story of the Trolls and the Bergens. When Poppy, queen of the Trolls, realizes that the Bergens' calendar has no holidays to celebrate, she enlists Branch and the Snack Pack in a mission to enlighten her best friend Bridget and the rest of the Bergens about the importance of holidays. Can these two mismatched friends find something meaningful to celebrate, even if it's super tiny?

Review:
Coming...

See or Skip:
Coming...

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*image via: NBC / DreamWorks

VOTE For Your FAVORITE CHRISTMAS TV MOVIES!!!

*'Tis the Season!*

"It's a Wonderful Movie" -

is honoring CHRISTMAS TV MOVIES

with the annual Family Movie Awards!

Third POLL....

Please see the complete list of Nominees from the 2016 Christmas Season, pictured and listed in alphabetical order below, with their movie posters + trailers! Choose which ones were your favorites and then Vote by taking the Poll listed in the right column of this blog. (Be sure to click the word Vote - after you have checked all of your favorites! 1 voting process please - per person!)

POLL #3:
Favorite Christmas TV Movie Nominees from 2016:

(You may Vote for ALL of Your Favorites - in the Poll listed in the right column of this web-site.)

Click on the Movie Titles below for more details on each film!

Nominees for Favorite 2016 Christmas TV Movie:
(20 nominees in alphabetical order)

1. Broadcasting Christmas
2. Christmas Cookies
3. Christmas List
4. Christmas of Many Colors
5. A Christmas to Remember
6. A December Bride
7. Falling for Christmas
8. Finding Father Christmas
9. I’ll be Home for Christmas
10. Journey Back to Christmas
11. Love Always, Santa
12. Love You Like Christmas
13. Mistletoe Promise
14. My Christmas Dream
15. My Christmas Love
16. A Nutcracker Christmas
17. Operation Christmas
18. Season’s Greetings
19. When Calls the Heart Christmas
20. A Wish for Christmas


MOVIE TRAILERS:

1. Broadcasting Christmas




2. Christmas Cookies




3. Christmas List




4. Christmas of Many Colors




5. A Christmas to Remember




6. A December Bride




7. Falling for Christmas




8. Finding Father Christmas




9. I’ll be Home for Christmas




10. Journey Back to Christmas




11. Love Always, Santa




12. Love You Like Christmas




13. Mistletoe Promise




14. My Christmas Dream




15. My Christmas Love




16. A Nutcracker Christmas




17. Operation Christmas




18. Season’s Greetings




19. When Calls the Heart Christmas




20. A Wish for Christmas

Congratulations to ALL of the Nominees above and
the Networks -

who aired ALL of these Wonderful CHRISTMAS Movies on TV!

Thank You to Everyone who Participates by Voting!

Please VOTE in the Poll on the right and Stay Tuned next week for the TOP THREE RESULTS (in alphabetical order) on Wednesday, April 5th! This Voting will extend one more day! The Ultimate Winner of this round will remain a Mystery until all the final results are given at the end!


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Please Note: There will NOT be any Monetary or Physical Award given out.
This is simply our way of honoring our Favorite TV Movies... Thank You!