Author: Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY

Here’s an early holiday gift: A roundup of meal deals and freebies for December.

Starbucks has a new winter drink, the Juniper Latte, plus the coffee giant has announced the return of its popular Starbucks for Life contest.

To plan your shopping spree down to the minute, we’re laying outBlack Friday store hours.Beware,hours can vary by location.

Black Friday also is Freebie Friday and some deals start on Thanksgiving. And it’s National Espresso Day and Dunkin’ has a deal.

To plan your shopping spree down to the minute, here are Thanksgiving and Black Friday store hours for major retailers along with grocery store hours.

Although many Black Friday sales kick off at major retailers Thanksgiving, some stores have decided to stay closed. Find out who won’t open this year.

Nov. 16 is National Fast Food Day and restaurants are celebrating with deals and freebies. Wendy’s is giving away free burgers through Nov. 23.

With Veterans Day falling on a Sunday this year, veterans and active military are getting two days of freebies and meal deals.

Want to cheer in Advent? Aldi’s wine calendar sold out within minutes, but there’s still a way to get one if you’re willing to pay – a lot – on eBay.