If you're new to Morristown, you may be tempted to get up super early and go to Johnson City or Knoxville to enter the Black Friday values. It really is not necessary as Morristown itself has lots of shops with great Black Friday savings. Consider this your guide. Set your alarm clock for 4:30, put on your sweats and head out to the first stop. Here are ten stops that you must do: 1st Wal-Mart. Okay, this is a no-brainer for Black Friday and Christmas trade. If you are on the far western end of Hamble County, you might consider going to the Jefferson City Wal-Mart. Otherwise start your July shopping in Wal-Mart Super Center on South Davy Crockett Parkway. This is located across the highway from Walters, and College Square Mall, which we discuss later. Black Friday sale begins at both Wal-Mart locations.On Black Friday, you want to check out the toys and electronics here. Wal-Mart has the largest collection of toys in Morristown. Last year they had great deals on Super Offer products and Dora Explorer stuff. You can also find some cheap stocking stuffers and extras. Care Bear Gift sets with a bear and a video was only $ 5 last year. Also expect good deals on gaming systems, televisions and I-Pods.I know that nobody wants to talk about underwear and sweat when you think of Christmas, but Wal-Mart has some very good deals on staple items on Black Friday. Who says you can not give people something they need for Christmas? 2nd College Square Mall. The Mall is located at the corner of Davy Crockett Parkway and Morris Avenue. Just go straight when you leave Wal-Mart parking lot. Most stores, including Belk, JC Penney, Sears and Kohl's open at 06:00 Some of the smaller shops that Claire's will not open until 07:00 Two campaigns, you might want to check out: The first 100 customers at Sears have a $ 10 gift card and JC Penney will give away Disney snow globes. I'm not sure how many snow globes are given away, but I've been there as late as 10 am and the store still has plenty.Shop the men in your life at Sears. Craftsmen tools are always for sale during black Friday, and what not appreciate tools given as Christmas presents. This Sears location, some electronics, so if it's on your July list, look at the bargains. The children's department is a little small and there is not a house (bedding, etc.) section of this site. Sources tell me that all Kenmore appliances will be on sale for 20 percent discount on Black Friday. My husband and I got a very good trade on a widescreen TV last year, but we could not get it delivered until January 3.Belk, Penney's and Kohl's has great clothes sale on Black Friday. This is a particularly good day for sleepwear and intimate wear, boots and holiday dresses. The Mall also has a Radio Shack, which usually has good deals on Black Friday. Carolina Pottery is at the northern end of The Mall and can not access the inside. They have a large selection of indoor and outdoor decorations. It is also a great base for homemade gifts. While you're at the mall, so remember to ask the boxes when you buy clothes. Stores give them free and they come in handy at wrapping time. 3rd Leaving the mall, cross Morris Avenue and go over the big hill and you will find Big Lots in the Sky City Shopping Center on Andrew Johnson Highway. (The parking lot will be on your right until you reach the red light.) Big Lots usually opens while Wal-Mart does. The shop is usually also have gifts for the first 50 customers into the store. Last year, I think it was a shower radio. A warning: Big Lots often has a very limited number of sale items. If there is something you really want here, make it your first stop. 4th K-Mart. From Big Lots, get back on Morris Avenue and go west. At Morris Blvd. / A.J. Highway intersection, turn left and you will find K-Mart about one mile down the road. K-Mart has often door buster items throughout the day, so it's safe to make it your last stop. K-Mart has the second biggest selection of toys, so if you have children, you will probably make some of your Christmas shopping here. Black Friday is usually the best toy deals here all year. 5th Jewelry. Morristown, several jewelry stores. Everyone has Christmas sales, but is not known for Black Friday door busters. Pandora Bracelets, the really hot topic this year, found on East Tennessee Diamond Company on Main Street and The Jewel Palace at Morris Blvd. I think both of those stores will open at 9 am on Black Friday. Both, though close at 6:00 East Tennessee Diamond Company is not open on Saturday.6. Walgreens / CVS. Merchants may not be the first thing you think about Black Friday, but both of these stores had a good offer last Black Friday. Christmas wrapping paper, decorations and candy are expected to be their door busters this year. Walgreens' door busters until noon, so it may be a last stop as K-Mart. Both stores will open at 6, you will find a location of each on opposite corners of Morris Boulevard / Andrew Jackson Highway intersection. CVS has a small shop on the east end, located next to Big Lots.7. Quilts. Morristown is lucky enough to have a great quilt shop. It's called Nana Bear's Quilts and is located on Main Street just past the First Baptist. The store does not have Black Friday deals, but prices are very reasonable, and their quilts are heirloom-quality.8. Colbach's Harley Davidson. No, I'm not suggesting you buy a Harley on Black Friday, although it would make an excellent Christmas present. This shop is a great gift shop and a motorcycle dealership. A couple years ago I found some good boots for my husband over the dealership agreement Black Friday sale. The shop is located on Davy Crockett Parkway, south of the mall and Wal-Mart. It is not open until 10 am and closes at 6 pm, but every weekend sales will also be good at Saturday.9. The Dollar Tree. Morristown's Dollar Tree is located in the same strip mall with Ross Dress for Less, just north of Wal-Mart on Davy Crockett Parkway. I stop here at the end of the day for all my packaging needs. You can also find stocking stuffers and items for gift baskets. In my opinion, this is the best place in town for Christmas gift bags. All sizes are just $ 1, even large companies. Last year I found a bike bag here for only $ 1 The Dollar Tree opens at six in the morning is open until 10 PM10. Toys for tots with Central Services. I know many shoppers do collect toys for Toys for tots on Black Friday. The Mall has a drop-off points. The really important thing is that Black Friday is usually the deadline to apply to receive toys for tots and a vacation in July basket. If you know someone who need these services, you can refer them to Central Services on South Cumberland Street. Sometimes, parents wait until the last minute and then it is too late to apply. The people here are very helpful and non-judgmental. They close at 4:30 p.m.Happy Black Friday!
Albert Adkins