Thanks to the folks at GOBankingRates.com for this comprehensive list of store openings, best buys, and shopping tips for Black Friday. They sure know when to hold em and when to fold them. Check them out to find the hottest deals, why some items are better priced after Black Friday, and how Black Friday came into existence. And most importantly, don’t just wait for Friday. Many stores and websites are starting their deals early.

With GOBankingRates.com doing all the work, the Frugal Diva gets to sleep late, take in the free FIDM museum downtown, grab a bite at the Grand Central market, and start planning for Cyber Monday.