Day After Christmas Sales: A Guide to Shopping and Returns

Need to return that ugly sweater Santa got you? Here are the shopping hours for DC area malls and retailers—including Kohl's, Best Buy, Apple store, Walmart, Target and more.

Want to know when you can start shopping with all the money relatives gave you this Christmas? Or do you just need to return the gifts you don't want? Well, many malls and retailers are opening early for the day after Christmas sales on Wednesday, Dec. 26 and some customers can return unwanted presents. Here's what's open and where they are located: The Mall at Prince George's: 3500 East West Highway, (Route 410) Hyattsville, MD 20782 Hours: 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Beltway Plaza Mall: 6198 Greenbelt Road  Greenbelt, MD 20770 Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bowie Town Center 15606 Emerald Way Bowie, MD 20716 Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Westfield Montgomery: 7101 Democracy Boulevard Bethesda, MD 20817  Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Westfield Wheaton: 11160 …

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Free Food, Extra Security: Black Friday 2012 Arrives

Extra staff, extra security and even some refreshments are all part of getting ready for a busy shopping day.

With retailers vying for your holiday dollars, stores and malls are pulling out all the stops to lure you into their establishments for Black Friday. So what can you expect from local businesses and malls, if you decide to brave the crowds on one of the busiest shopping days of the year? The Mall at Prince George’s marketing director Victoria Clark, who has overseen six previous Black Friday sales at the mall, expects that this year will be different from previous years because stores are opening earlier than ever. “With the early opening of Target (on Thanksgiving night), I expect we’ll be busy at midnight, but we’re ready.” Clark mentioned that for the rest of the mall’s stores, full security and customer service teams will be on hand at…

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Sandy Closes Mall at Prince George's

Target store remains open until further notice.

The Mall at Prince George's in Hyattsville has been closed today as a result of Hurricane Sandy, according to a press release sent out just before noon. "Due to inclement weather, The Mall at Prince Georges in Hyattsville, MD will be closed to the public on October 29," reads the press release. "This decision has been made in order to ensure the safety of our shoppers and employees during the hurricane." But one store at the mall, Target, remains open "until the storm shuts us down", according to a receptionist at the Hyattsville store. The Mall at Prince George's will be posting updates on Twitter and Facebook as the storm progresses.

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Your Local Guide to Black Friday Deals

Here is a summary of nearby shopping options in Prince George's County and beyond.

Black Friday is a holiday in its own right: You eat mounds of turkey and all the trimmings, only to get out of bed at 4 a.m. and shop at your favorite department stores. But things have changed this year as some stores opened at midnight (heck, some of you reading this possibly spent last night shopping). Still wondering where to find the best deals? Don't worry! Here's a rundown of deals in your backyard.  If you're looking to travel a little further, try Arundel Mills Mall in Hanover, which will stay open until 10 p.m. tonight. They have sales at the Kenneth Cole Company Store, Nike Factory Store and Crocs, among several other stores. Happy Black Friday! Target The familiar department store is running a two-day sale that ends Saturday. …

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The last deals of summer.

Summer is winding down and school is starting for many. But there are still a few last minute summer things to enjoy, and deals to get you ready for fall! Here are the deals we found this week.  

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Hot summer deals

The sun is high and the deals are hot. Here are a few online deals to get you through those lazy summer days:   Target Among other great sales, Target has a 32GB iPod touch for only $295. Plus, you get a free $20 Target gift card with purchase. Giant There’s nothing like a bowl of cereal on the front porch before the day gets started! Stock up at Giant where you can buy General Mills Cereal, three for $5. Behnke Just getting around to the garden now? Behnke is advertising their weekly specials on their website, including 1/3 off all daylilies. Mom’s Organic Market Looking for a great tasting burger--without the meat? MOM’s has Amy’s Veggie Burgers on sale for $4.49. Zulily A favorite daily deal website, they always have great deals on …

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Independence Day deals.

Looking for deals that will help your Fourth of July barbecue light up the sky? Check out what we found below. Happy Birthday, America!   Pottery Barn Pottery Barn has all of the gadgets and appetizer trays you need for this, or any summer barbecue. Plus, shipping specials to ensure you get it in time, too. The Home Depot Need some extra seating so everyone has a spot to see the fireworks? The Home Depot is offering up to 25 percent off select patio sets and accessories. Shoppers Shoppers is a great place to get everything you need for this Independence Day, including 33 percent off select summer patio furniture plus deals on entertaining needs such as a 40-ounce tray of fresh veggies and dip for $9.99. Target There’s a reason why so many …

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Black Friday Deals Begin at 4 a.m.

Get out early for the best deals Friday morning.

Everyone loves Thanksgiving, but you have to admit that you're most excited about the deals and discounts you will get on Black Friday. Patch has decided to lay out the law of the land for Black Friday in P.G. County, Md. So, rise early, put on some comfy shoes, grab a cup of coffee and get ready for Black Friday. Target Target, which is opening at 4 a.m., will offer 25 exclusive bargains on toys, entertainment and electronics, home goods and apparel. Early birds who arrive before 10 a.m. and spend $100 will receive a $10 gift card towards your next purchase. Selected toys will be half price.To get ahead of the game you can go to Target.com/2DaySale to sign up for email alerts, download the online catalog and download store maps for easy …

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