No matter how well you plan, inevitably there are going to be some items that just don't move
as swiftly as anticipated. Suddenly the next season's merchandise is ready to be placed on the floor
and you still have items from the previous year's inventory in storage. This can be good news for people looking for discounted merchandise.
THE WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS TREE SELECTED A Douglas fir from Shepherdstown, W.V. will be the official White House Christmas tree for 2009. [FULL STORY]
MICHAEL STORRINGS PREMIERS NEW LINE Throughout November, Michael Storrings will be holding a series of book and ornament signings in New York City to coincide with the release of his new line of city dog ornaments. [FULL STORY]
SHOWS
RETAILER SURVEY RESULTS REVEALED AT GHTA CONFERENCE The Retail Advisory Board (RAB) of the Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA) will unveil the results of its retailer survey on the best use of marketing dollars at the 7th Annual GHTA Conference. [FULL STORY]
No matter how well you plan, inevitably there are going to be some items that just don't move 
