Grand Forks BX to Offer Feast of Thanksgiving Weekend Deals and Giveaways Published Nov. 17, 2008 By Pat Fields Army & Air Force Exchange Service Grand Forks -- Military shoppers looking to dig in to tasty holiday shopping better bring a big appetite to the BX the weekend after Thanksgiving as the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is serving up three days of great deals, gift card giveaways and scratch off cards. The smorgasbord begins as early as 4 a.m. as the first 100 shoppers entering the Grand Forks Base Exchange on Nov. 28-30 will receive a $20 gift card. Those that aren't early risers won't miss out on the feast of savings as scratch off cards will be handed out throughout the day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4 p.m. until closing. Every scratch off ticket will be a winner with prizes including $100, $50 and $25 gift cards, complimentary items at the food court, $5 restaurant gift cards and much more. In addition to a buffet of giveaways, the BX will have incredible deals on clothing, electronics, jewelry and everything in between. Black Friday shoppers, for example, will find Magellan Roadmate 1200 GPS units on sale for $95, Now that's a deal... Saturday's hot deals will include 40 percent off men's Dockers casual pants, all adult and children's Skechers shoes discounted 25 percent off, $20 off all artificial Christmas trees 6' and taller and Sylvania Blu-ray DVD players for only $239. On Sunday, military shoppers will find Sharp 46" full 1080p LCD HDTVs discounted $400, 40 percent off men's and women's adidas fleece apparel, Dooney & Bourke handbags at select locations marked down 25 percent and Toshiba 9" portable DVD players for just $139. "Although the fourth quarter is looking very challenging for retailers, the BX is going to be ready with great assortments and prices," said Pat Fields. "Our team has been preparing these sizzling deals for nearly a half year now. We're excited about the menu of value and excitement we've put together to help make this holiday season truly special for Families at Grand Forks AFB."