I'm taking Black Friday off to enjoy a visit from Amy Dearest -- and to prepare for tonight's parade on Sherman Avenue, Hagadone Corp's tree-lighting ceremony, the fireworks, and the Festival of the Trees. Mebbe I'll see you there. I have a coupla things for you below. Otherwise, I hope you enjoy tonight's festivities -- and mebbe the basketball game between Gonzaga and Maryland this afternoon -- as the four-day weekend continues ...

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