Stores across the country are already busy putting out Christmas merchandise according to this Boston Globe article. But it sounds like most people that were interviewed consider it too early in the year.  While retailers like Kohl’s, Macy’s, K-Mart, and Rite Aid are trying to get an early start, consumer polls are showing that customers will spend less this year.  What do you think? Take our Christmas and the Economy poll and get $20 off your next purchase at Santa’s Quarters!

Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular

If you live in New York City, the Radio City Rockettes are doing Christmas in August today at 3PM, at the Radio City Music Hall.  Here’s a link with more info.

A Christmas Carol

Christmas in July came to Chicago this past weekend in the form of the Christmas Carol Train.  For anyone who hasn’t heard, Jim Carrey has a new movie coming out on November 6th.  You can see a teaser trailer here, but be warned it looks a bit scary for kids.

Life as Mom is doing Christmas in July posts this week that include giving away prizes!

Some stores have begun putting up Christmas decorations already, which seems a tad bit early…  Time has an appropriately named article: Kmart’s Christmas in July: Inspiration or Desperation Tom Barlow from Blogging Stocks also has an interesting post on Kmart’s early launch:

The campaign shows little thought or investment beyond a landing page and a few links to existing catalog items. Dare I suggest that this is typical Kmart, unimaginative and short-sighted? I haven’t even bought my Halloween costume and Thanksgiving turkey yet. Are they giving up on those holidays?

Will Kmart even be around in January to accept returns? With promotions like this, I have to wonder.

Merry Christmas in July!

We’d like to hear your thoughts on how the economic situation is affecting your Christmas plans this year. Are you planning on purchasing less Christmas gifts and decorations this year?  Take our two minute survery on Christmas and the economy and we’ll give you $20 off any purchase over $100.