Giveaways, special offers await shoppers this weekend Published Nov. 26, 2008 By AAFES Corporate Communications and Keesler News Staff KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, MISS. -- Military shoppers looking to dig in to tasty holiday shopping better bring a big appetite to the main exchange this weekend as the Army and Air Force Exchange Service serves up three days of great deals, gift card giveaways and scratch-off cards. Hours this weekend are: Friday -- 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday -- 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday -- 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The first 100 shoppers entering the main exchange all three days receive a $20 gift card, according to store manager Bill Buell. Friday, merchandise tickets are distributed to shoppers in line outside for the most popular items to avoid the rush when the store opens. Scratch-off cards are handed all three days from open until closing for prizes including $100, $50 and $25 gift cards and complimentary food items. Additionally, shoppers can enter to win one of five "Gas for a Year" giveaways. There'll be special deals on clothing, electronics, jewelry and other items, including a Coach purse sale, 6-7 p.m. Friday. Authorized exchange shoppers can pick up sales flyers specific to each day to start planning a full weekend of shopping and saving. Other holiday hours for the main exchange are: Monday through Dec 23 -- extended hours; 9 a..m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Dec. 13 -- early bird sale, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to activities at the main exchange, the furniture store will be home to a host of great deals on holiday decorations such as Christmas trees and decorative blow-ups for the yard. The furniture store also has a limited toy department.