Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Nov 6, 2008
Nov. 28-30 Wisconsin Exposition Center, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Chicago's 1933-1934 Worl'd Fair Col... Oct 11, 2008
Chicago s 1933-34 exposition focused on developments and innovations in science, and to that end, enlisted the support of The National Research Council, an organization of scientists that had been formed in 1916 to advise on war technology ... Like the White City of the Columbia Exposition of 1893, the buildings were unified through the use of a limited color palette used throughout that was developed by Joseph Urban, a well-known designer of stage sets ... Prices for souvenirs from this fair... (Suite101.com)
Antiques and art Sep 13, 2008
" Accordingly, a couple of rare tables of the 1780s with gilt bronze legs in the manner of Gouthi?re, and other 18th-century pieces, are seen in a stand with glass walls. More Coverage Multimedia Photographs Bringing clarity to the past at the Paris Biennale? Today in Culture But even when the furniture dealers opt for a traditional presentation like Herv? Aaron, of Paris and London, there is a new clarity. You will not see the hosts of baubles that would inevitably have come some years ago with... (International Herald Tribune)
DOWN ON THE FARM: Antique Tractor and Engine Show highlights S.C.'s agricultural past Sep 4, 2008
"It's all about the family farming roots so important to our way of life," said Al Belk, chairman of the planning committee for the museum's annual two-day exposition of vintage farm equipment. "These tractors, hit-and-miss engines and related farm equipment reflect the progress made over the past century beyond mules, plows, horse-drawn wagons and crops grown and harvested by farmers and their families. With the advent of steam engines and subsequently gasoline, kerosene and diesel-fueled... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Jamboree kicks off Thursday evening Aug 20, 2008
The Jamboree features the J.I. Case Heritage Foundation's 22nd annual National Exposition. In addition to a strong J.I. Case equipment presence, there will be a large number of other tractors and fascinating machines at the Jamboree. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
MAN OWNS TUOLUMNE COUNTY ORIGINALS Aug 9, 2008
One is a souvenir ribbon from the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition the World's Fair in San Francisco. Sonora had quite an exhibit in that fair, Coffill said. (The Union Democrat)
Places To Get Dizzy Jul 6, 2008
Peek in and you'll see parquet floors nothing like the tile floors (acquired from the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition) that made Hitchcock choose the Podesta Baldocchi in the first place. The Italian marble artwork also is long gone. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Your July 4th planner Jul 5, 2008
Special events include a karate exposition and a pie-eating contest. Upper Darby. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
More of this story Jul 4, 2008
Museum Row: Exposition Park and its collection of museums are easy to overlook ... (Through Sept. 7, 700 Exposition Park Drive. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Collectible Cloth Dolls Jun 6, 2008
Raggedy Ann & Andy manufacturers include Volland (1920-34) Exposition Doll & Toy Co (1935), Mollye s Doll Outfitters (1935-38), Georgene Novelties (1938-62), Knickerbocker (1963-82) Applause (1981-present), and Hasbro (who bought Knickerbocker in 1983). These dolls were made by these companies in an almost unlimited variety of sizes. (Suite101.com)
1/19-20: Phoenix Antique Market Jan 14, 2008
Where: Arizona Exposition and State Fair Park, 19th Avenue and McDowell Road. Admission: Free; $7 parking. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Check out our list of Southeastern festivals Dec 18, 2007
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition. Feb. 15-17. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A landmark risks becoming a relic Nov 29, 2007
When the U.S. men's soccer team meets Sweden here Jan. 19, the match will be in Carson, not Exposition Park. If you take into account the Sports Arena, which it also controls, then the commission can also credibly be blamed for pushing out the Lakers, the Clippers and USC's basketball program, which since last fall has played in the new Galen Center at the corner of Figueroa and Jefferson. (Los Angeles Times)
At Drouot, a collector's dream in Haute Epoque works Oct 26, 2007
Never exhibited since the 1900 Exposition Universelle, the tazza aroused enormous excitement in collecting circles. In a room packed to bursting point, it climbed to 122,725, two and a half times the high estimate. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Weekend Happenings Oct 24, 2007
Morgan Manor Haunted House: 7 p.m.-midnight Oct. 26-27; 7-10 p.m. Oct. 28, Waukesha County Exposition Center, 1000 Northview Road, Waukesha ... Morgana's Torment Haunted House: 7 p.m.-midnight Oct. 26-27; 7-10 p.m. Oct. 28, Waukesha County Exposition Center, 1000 Northview Road, Waukesha ... Safe Halloween: 10 a.m. and noon Oct. 28, Waukesha County Exposition Center, 1000 Northview Road, Waukesha. (Sussex Sun, WI)
Food in Brief: Dream Dinners stores teams up to raise funds for Eveland family Oct 11, 2007
Customers must use the code "B when ordering online or by phone.TASTE DE CUISINE: Chef de Cuisine Association of San Diego and the San Diego Brewers Guild host "Taste de Cuisine," a children's fundraiser featuring the fifth annual "Iron Apprentice" competition, and microbrewery and culinary competition. It runs from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday at Holiday Inn at the Bay, 1355 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, and benefits Becky's House and Hogar Infantil La Gloria. Tickets are 20 for the culinary ballroom... (North County Times)
Craft Fair listing Oct 11, 2007
Nov. 23-25 Wisconsin State Fair Park, Wisconsin Exposition Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis. $5, $2 children ages 6-12, free children under age 6. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Far-flung fans Sep 24, 2007
The commercial picture postcard was born in 1893 in Chicago with the issue of souvenir cards sold at the World's Columbian Exposition, according to the book Picture Postcards in the United States 1893-1918 by George and Dorothy Miller. American postcard collecting became an American mania between 1904 and 1914, said George Miller, a professor of English at the University of Delaware. (USA Today)
Jackson's photochroms capture beauty of old West Sep 14, 2007
In 1893 he was chosen to be the official photographer for the Chicago World Columbian Exposition. He also spent several years traveling in Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia, photographing for the Field Columbian Museum. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Sep 1, 2007
Today's activities include a Buckskinners and Traders Rendezvous Exposition from 5 p.m. to dark; Star Search Talent Show open dress rehearsal at 6 p.m. in the teen tent; Teen Tent dance from 8 to 11 p.m. and Entertainment Tent dance with music by Mamaz Boyz from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Saturday's schedule includes coed mud volleyball and 5K run/walk at 9 a.m., model car show and contest from noon to 5 p.m., music by The Lemmings from 1 to 2 p.m, pet parade and games at 2 p.m., kids' pedal tractor... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Governor Rendell Says PA's Commitment to Housing and Redevelopment Assistance Program Helping Communities, Residents Aug 14, 2007
$200,000 Redevelopment Authority Lackawanna Neighbors Carbondale Housing Rehabilitation Project $350,000 Inc. City of Carbondale Dime Bank Building Project $40,000 Redevelopment Authority City of Scranton Construction of Community $190,000 Services Building Lancaster Lancaster County Center Square Apartment Project $178,899 Lancaster County County Brownfield Projects $206,177 Redevelopment Authority Village Garden II Apartments $318,275 East King Street Apartments $126,000 Fordney Road... (PR Newswire)
HAYWIRE Hogwarts Jul 11, 2007
British director David Yates does a fine job, even if he does seem a bit too fond of souped-up spinning-newspaper shots to provide exposition. (I never catch the "real" news in these images anyway, as I'm forever trying to see what else the Daily Prophet is writing about. (National Post)
Maiden voyageFloating arts/antiques emporium makes Fairfield County its first port of call Jul 2, 2007
It stems from the quality of the exposition my husband and I organized in Palm Beach. You really have to work on the quality of the exposition (on the yacht) and we are truly encouraged by the number of international dealers who have applied" to exhibit their wares. "We are surprised at the high quality galleries that they are attracting. (Stamford Advocate)
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Jun 19, 2007
Most furniture experts say the term "Centennial furniture" developed around the time of the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, when Americans became enthralled with Colonial history and furniture styles. It does not directly relate to furniture displayed at the exposition. (Orlando Sentinel)
Vintage clothing will get an airing at the Bayside Expo Center this weekend Mar 29, 2007
Boston Antiques Weekend, Bayside Exposition Center, 200 Mount Vernon St. 781-862-4039. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Party kicks off expo weekend Mar 28, 2007
About 1,000 people are expected to attend the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber's Black Tie Preview Party for its Business tyles Exposition, which will run from 6 to 9 p.m. at Yack Recreation Center. There won't be tuxedos and fancy dresses the next two days, but the nearly 100 exhibitors will remain for the main part of the expo, which runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. (The News-Herald)
The QUEEN city Jan 25, 2007
Like how the Electric Building, site of the New Year's Eve ball drop, was modeled after the Electric Tower, the centerpiece of the Pan American Exposition that was held here in 1901. Or how the blinking Statues of Liberty atop the Liberty Building face away from each other, to the East and West, to illustrate Buffalo's significant geographic location. (Buffalo News)
Taking a seat Downtown Jan 25, 2007
Ford Brady will host a party for CA Boom, the spring modern design exposition in Santa Monica. Last week, Ford mingled with about 100 fashionably attired guests, including his godfather, art gallery owner Earl McGrath, who hangs work from his Robertson Boulevard space at Ford Brady. (Los Angeles Times)
OPEN SEASON: TV's Golden moments make annual grade Jan 21, 2007
The Eastern Fishing and Outdoor Exposition returns to the Worcester DCU Center on Feb. 8-11, featuring 350 exhibitors with the newest equipment and four days of seminars and exhibitions to help you become more successful in the field and on the water. Show times are: Thurs. (The Standard-Times, MA)
