The Bargain Hunter: Early holiday deals Nov 19, 2009
Most of the antique reproduction clocks are made by hand in Berkeley, with solid, hand-antiqued brass for cases and pendulums, die-cut steel hands with timeworn patinas and beautifully finished frames. Highlights: Saturday's sale will showcase wall, table and alarm clocks in a range of themes (even a whimsical children's line). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Community Calendar and Area Events Nov 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Published: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 10:09 AM EST. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Where the melting pot still simmers Nov 8, 2009
But look beyond the meticulously manicured flower boxes and the polished brass door knockers, and you may be surprised to find that Beacon Hill isn t some stodgy, homogenous Yankee enclave but a diverse melting pot where generations of immigrants have mixed with the city s elite ... The brick construction and brass fixtures of the Church of the Advent are also classic Beacon Hill. (Boston Globe)
Accountant Freeman's possessions headed to auction Oct 29, 2009
The furniture that was in Freeman's office includes a leather topped partners desk, a mahogany credenza, a green leather executive chair, a mahogany telephone stand, a mahogany table and a brass and wood Banana Republic flag and stand. The list gives an indication of Freeman's broad interests. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Events, happenings and Halloween Oct 21, 2009
Nov. 10: 7 p.m. features Dr. Randall Tinnin and his brass ensemble; Nov. 17: 7 p.m. Christine Clark, pianist. Tickets for the entire four-lecture series are $20 or $6 individually. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
5 antiquing spots in the Southeast Oct 16, 2009
Treasure Trove: Brass Scale, an antique shop specializing in 18th- and 19th-century accessories, also has interesting one-a-of-kind items, like a turn-of-the- century silver-plated carving station, says owner Judy Baron. The carving station, a rare find that is priced at $40,000, was used on cruise ships to carve meat for guests. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
West Berkeley: Fourth Street Oct 5, 2009
Using Swedish upholstery cowhides, he creates practical hobos, messengers, totes and briefcases with minimal brass hardware that range from $20 to $200 and come in many styles and colors. 2100 Fifth St. (510) 843-6022, libaire. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Something special about the Cotswolds Oct 1, 2009
He also could not resist the charms of a pair of magnificent brass fire tongs. Armed with the tea set and fire tongs, we purchased ciabattas made of chorizo, cheese and sin-blushed tomatoes from nearby delicatessen Le Petit Croissant. (India Times)
Howard Carroll opens Howard Carroll Sep 24, 2009
I also have glassware, vacuum cleaners, lighting (pole lamps, glass lamps, brass or porcelain). I don;t have antiques or clothes. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A treasure trove in Newington Sep 18, 2009
A panel of four appraisers were on hand: Granby resident Kimball, who mostly appraises paintings; Burda, also from Granby, who specializes in precious stones in addition to weapons but considers himself a generalist; Tami Zawistowki from East Granby, an expert in rare books and documents; and Lamont McEvitt from Farmington, an expert in furniture, and brass and iron ware. "These four volunteer their time every year, they're wonderful to us," said Dorothy Abbott, historical society director. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Dragon*Con brings out enthusiasts' inner geek Sep 7, 2009
Think pearl-handled, brass-barreled ray guns ... A large brass key dangled from the sash around Candace's waist, and she carried a basket of dinosaur eggs they'd found ... In the lobby below her, a 20-piece brass band blasted a set of Henry Mancini show tunes while thousands of attendees filed past. (CNN -- Tech)
America's best flea markets Aug 26, 2009
Now, more than 1 million visitors flood in every year to shop the peerless selection of affordable New England collectibles (weather vanes, decoys and Nantucket baskets) and maritime accoutrements (brass lamps and ships' wheels) spread across more than 20 "fields" on either side of the town's main road, each containing hundreds of vendors. Three of the best fields are Dealer's Choice, known for its quality rustic furniture; Heart-O-The Mart, favored for hobnail glassware and intact grain sacks;... (CNN)
Waterloo man hopes to uncover buried treasures Aug 18, 2009
Often, there is other assorted refuse from the early days of Iowa s saloons and public houses, like a ball and chain, brass knuckles and even a horse carcass. There s always surprises, Burggraaf said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A household name Aug 10, 2009
"Everyone was into bright, shiny brass. I remember sitting back there for seven hours a day shining brass," he said. Greg said the business was turning over enough furniture in sales that he could sit at the buffing wheel three days a week. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Stay-at-home mother becomes decorating star Jul 25, 2009
For accessories: glass hurricanes (they re very versatile; you can use them on a dining table, coffee table, a mantel), glass lamps with colored shades, brass accessories, and I always love antique boxes and books. With accessories, it s important that they aren t cluttered. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Down days for Baghdads antiques dealers Jul 19, 2009
Sitting under a coat of dust on the shop's floor are silver-plated brass boxes in which wealthy women kept their toiletries and engraved water pitchers that the rich used to wash guests' hands after feasts ... "Muslims, on the other hand, were best with brass," said the 48-year-old, who has a day job as a veterinarian. (MSNBC -- International)
Meyer takes grand sweepstake prize in open class antiques Jul 10, 2009
Bank: 1st - Loretta Lunderville, 2nd - Pat Mathews, 3rd - Larry Meyer; Book: 1st - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 2nd - Christine Sommerfeld, 3rd - Larry Meyer; Book, children s: 1st - Lois Paquette, 2nd - Homer Peloquin, 3rd - Mary Jane Griffin; Brass or copper item: 1st - Randy Petska, 2nd - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 3rd - Sharon Starr; Buttons, collection, fancy, more than 36: 1st - Betty M. Nayes, 2nd - Loretta Lunderville, 3rd - Sandra Larsen; Cast iron item: 1st - Pat Mathews, 2nd - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 3rd... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
East Missoula: Curiosity shop - Family puts father's antique collection on auction block Jul 9, 2009
Standing out among the many objects of curiosity or interest, Roshon said, is a '48 Chevy truck (which Wayne attests can still run), an anvil with its original swedges (molding tools), a Hoosier cabinet with a flour bin, and a solid brass scoop shovel. I've never seen one of those before, Roshon said, referring to the shovel. (Missoulian, MT)
Tour it » Jul 1, 2009
After showing me the 115-year-old brass doorbell, Harness' tour began in the foyer, where he pointed out other historic touches, such as leaded stained glass from Italy, as well as exposed wire casings that revealed the house was retrofitted for interior electricity. The Wilford Brimley look-alike led me into a sitting room, which has been converted into a museum, and the living room, with a tiled fireplace that depicts the legend of King Arthur. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Something for everyone on Chubb's Antiques Roadshow (2) Jun 28, 2009
On that Friday I also learned that my bubby's simple brass menorah (which I brought in for appraisal) was almost 200 years old and probably worth over 2,000. (The menorah was featured in the CJN on. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Recessionistas rediscover the thrill of the second-hand deal May 9, 2009
2 Brass and marble dining table with cast dragon base found on Craigslist for $300 (was custom-made for $4,000). 3 Sixties brass and chrome bar cart found on Craigslist for $15. (Globe and Mail)
Mary Alice's Potpourri (6) May 3, 2009
If hot air was music, you d be a brass band. (1909) Which leads me into telling you about our wonderful Boerne Concert Band s Classical and Pops Concert last Thursday, April 17, in the Boerne North Middle School Auditorium. (Boerne Star, TX)
May Calendar Apr 30, 2009
Musical mix: Mercyhurst College Woodwind, String, Brass and Percussion Ensembles perform, 8 p.m., Walker Recital Hall. Free. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Surprises and sandwiches at the St. Onge Antiques Appraisal Apr 19, 2009
ST. ONGE -- About 10 years ago, Larry and Margaret Ryan of Deadwood were browsing at a Rapid City antiques sale, and Larry walked by a brass tea kettle and said, "Margaret, I want that.". So he bought it, she recalled, for about 50. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
• Events calendar Apr 17, 2009
Arts on Tour presents New Orleans-based Hot 8 Brass Band, 7:30 p.m. MAY 5 at College of Southern Idaho's Fine Arts Center auditorium, 315 Falls Ave. W. Band has epitomized New Orleans street music, playing the traditional second-line parades and infusing their performances with funk and energy ... New Orleans-based Hot 8 Brass Band, 7:30 p.m. MAY 9 at Sun Valley Opera House, as part of Sun Valley Center for the Arts' Concert Series. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Titanic secret Apr 8, 2009
Brass box holds Titanic 'secret ... It was a small brass trinket box that held safe its secret link to the Titanic across the years and thousands of miles ... The brass box carries an inscription to Margaret Brown on her safe return. (BBC News -- UK)
Around the world in a single lifetime Mar 30, 2009
Brass angels from Istanbul wait to hold candles in the entryway, a German grandfather clock ticks away the time downstairs and a tea set purchased at the foot of the Acropolis sits delicately out of harm s way in another room. There is a clock that used to hang on a wall in a German castle, glass grapes made in Buenos Aires, and hundreds of scenic postcards spread out for visitors to see. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Beguiling rural pleasures await in Connecticut Mar 17, 2009
By the turn of the twentieth century, Torrington's brass mills and metal factories provided work for a surge of immigrants from southern and eastern Europe, whose cultural influence can be tasted in the sausages and grinders at Carbone's and in the pastas and meat dishes at Marino's or the Venetian. Still largely blue-collar, the city launched a thirty-million-dollar redevelopment in 2006 to revitalize the downtown; the restoration of the 1931 Warner Theatre as a performing arts center was... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Stick It to the Recession: Wynn's Vegas Encore Mar 5, 2009
Entry to the treatment rooms is through a colonnade of massive vases and brass lanterns, which culminates in a statue of the Buddha. There are couples' therapy rooms (for spa therapy, silly; not talking about your marital issues), plus separate, oversized spa rooms for men and women with huge hot tubs, cold plunges and waterfall showers. (Time.com)
UP FOR AIR: A bucketful on cookbook critics Feb 26, 2009
For those of you who own those lovely round brass stamp holders, get them to your nearest antiques shop; they are an endangered species. UP FOR AIR: A bucketful on cookbook critics. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Drumsticks And Drum Rolls Feb 8, 2009
Sixth Grade Band (directed by Teresa Mazur): Crown Point March and Low Brass Rock. Seventh Grade Band (directed by Susie Jaksik): Winchester March and Concerto Extremely Grosso. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
In addition, new shows include Imagin by Le Grand Cirque and performances by the Czech Pilsen Brass Band and more. 800-365-5996. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
