Wide variety of to-do Nov 7, 2009
This weekend's activities range from craft fairs and flea markets to learning about the worldwide abundance of orphans and how local folks may want to get involved. As provided to the Star-Tribune, here is a summary of weekend activity. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Get Creative Oct 17, 2009
But there are plenty of county fairs around the metro area until around Thanksgiving. M. (pronounced M dot). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Demand is high at free San Jose health fair Oct 12, 2009
County fairs urge the sick to stay home. County fairs officials say they welcome people coming to visit their livestock barns. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Fanfare and fireworks planned for Town Night and Town Day Sep 24, 2009
Enjoyed by all ages, they've played the Hard Rock Boston, Hampton Beach, NH, Higher Ground, Vermont, Six Flags Amusement Park, Vermont state parks, camps, and numerous fairs in Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts, including the Topsfield Fair on Oct. 8. Arlington American Legion Post 39. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
This two-day event is one of the finest art fairs in the Southwest, attracting artists from many states. It is estimated that between 18,000 and 35,000 people visit the event. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
List of this weekend's fairs, festivals and events Sep 12, 2009
01:13 PM CDT on Friday, September 11, 2009. Jill Hezeau / Eyewitness News. (WWLTV.com, LA)
A life unraveled, a puzzling death Sep 11, 2009
The sisters spent time together on the phone, at Watkins' apartment, going to concerts and art fairs in the city, visiting with their mother and being outdoors. thomasi. (News & Observer)
Fairs to remember Sep 11, 2009
Over the past 107 years, First Parish s annual Harvest Fairs have drawn many exhibitors and attendees who enjoy the ambiance of the beautiful setting, quality crafts, tasty food and congenial people ... About Fairs listings. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Arizona's fall festival season Sep 10, 2009
Arizona fall fairs and festivals ... Arizona fall fairs and festivals. (AZCentral -- Travel)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
Several antique fairs, as part of Wagon Days celebration: Ketchum Art and Antique Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at nexStage Theatre, 120 S. Main St., Ketchum; Wagon Days Antique Show, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Forest Service Park, at First and Washington streets, Ketchum; Hailey's Antique Market, 9 a.m to 6 p.m. at Roberta McKercher Park 350 W. Cedar St.; and Hailey's Main Street Antique and Art Show, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 730 N. Main St. ... Several antique fairs, as part of Wagon Days celebration: Ketchum... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Art, rare architecture mingle in Old Louisville Sep 4, 2009
But what disturbed him most was the deteriorating St. James Court Fountain that had marked the center of the Southern Exposition, a five-year series (1883-1887) of World s Fairs that is one of Louisville s most historically significant events. The iron fountain was rusting away, and it was tilted, Bird recalled. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Auer Dult, Munich's Oldest Fair Jul 31, 2009
Located just southeast of Munich's city center, the Au Fairs take place in spring, summer and fall. Origins of the Auer Dult. (Suite101.com)
Somerville Rock & Roll Yard Sale has something for everyone Jul 31, 2009
It s totally low-key and really fun - one of the nicest record fairs you can go to, says Sawyer, who used to sell records out of her Somerville apartment. It s not full of people elbowing each other over bins of records. (Boston Globe)
Private passion Jul 24, 2009
Despite the recession, business is booming at vintage toy fairs across Britain - with collectors prepared to part with thousands of pounds ... The crowds are a welcome sight for fair organiser Ellis Potter, whose family has been running toy fairs for 30 years ... He said: "We put on about 40 events a year. Nationally there are probably 200 toy fairs a year, and they just get bigger, like supermarkets. "Whereas interest in traditional antiques seem to be dwindling, the great thing about toys is... (BBC News -- UK)
COLUMN: If only this area had a really sophisticated fest, like Tour de Fat Jul 14, 2009
Mike P wrote on Jul 13, 2009 9:04 PM:" Fest usually celebrates whatever precededs it. Some towns have many throughout the year. Some have trouble mustering one and supporting it.Bagel fest came from the mind of Murray Lender, if I'm not mistaken. It was the worlds largest bagel breakfast in the then self proclaimed bagel capital of the world. Production at Kraft played a big hand in turning out the numbers to make such a claim. Bagel fest grew into what it now is, from tables being set up on... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Food and Dining Briefs for July 2 Jul 2, 2009
Casa de Bandini reopens: Casa de Bandini, the Mexican restaurant that Diane Powers operated in Old Town San Diego for 25 years until she lost her lease four years ago and was forced to close, reopens Thursday in The Forum shopping center in Carlsbad. Like the old Casa de Bandini (which operated in a historical 1829 adobe in Old Town), the new restaurant features the same colorful decor: Mexican folk art on the walls, festive umbrellas, Zapotec weavings, antiques and a hand-carved stone fountain. (North County Times)
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Food and Dining Briefs for July 2 : North County Times - Californian 07-02-2009. Casa de Bandini reopens: Casa de Bandini, the Mexican restaurant that Diane Powers operated in Old Town San Diego for 25 years until she lost her lease four years ago and was forced to close, reopens Thursday in The Forum shopping center in Carlsbad. (North County Times)
Fudge shop moving to Princeton Depot Jun 18, 2009
Diller still wanted to sell her 150 flavors of fudge she makes at fairs and festivals during the summer and fall months. In order to do that, she needed a health department approved kitchen. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Fulton Street Fair June 19-20 offers new events, old favorites Jun 4, 2009
About 230 commemorative buttons from previous street fairs from 2004 to 2008, considered collectible items, also are available for 2 each. Buttons from previous years can be purchased by contacting Julie Mobley at Central Bank 573-642-6618 prior to the Street Fair. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Art.view: Piling in May 24, 2009
It will also follow the rules of other international fairs, with a vetting committee made up of Chinese and Western experts who will have the power to remove items they believe are misattributed or fake. Western dealers who are not prepared to pay the cost of travelling there themselves intend to offer works to dealers who will be there. (The Economist)
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The Dutchess County Fair from August 25 to 30 is one of the largest fairs in the state, with animals, entertainment and grandstand shows. This year, for the first time, the fair is offering a 35 season pass. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Carlton Hobbs 'Gem' Acclaimed in Fine Art Connoisseur Report on Palm Beach May 1, 2009
The company has previously participated at a number of other prestigious art and antique fairs, including. The San Francisco Fall Antiques Show. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Obituaries for Thursday, March 26, 2009 Mar 26, 2009
He was a board member of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs representing District 3, a member of the Farmers ants Bank Board of Directors, and chairman of the Monroe County Housing Authority. In 1992, the Tomah Lions Club recognized him for his many community activities. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Free and cheap in Nashville Mar 18, 2009
A replica of the original Parthenon in Athens, it is the center of many city activities including craft fairs, musical entertainment, and art shows ... There s a small lake in the park with reasonably friendly ducks, two free craft fairs a year and free musical entertainment on most summer weekends. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
To 4/19: Spring fairs, festivals across the Valley ... To 4/19: Spring fairs, festivals across the Valley. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Carlton Hobbs Reports Enthusiastic Response to the American International Fine Art Fair Feb 18, 2009
A recent article in the confirms How to shop: Fairs, not auction houses ... Carlton Hobbs previously participated at a number of other prestigious art and antique fairs, including. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The boom is over, long live the art! Feb 15, 2009
Many of those specialists are, directly or indirectly, on the industry payroll, which is controlled by another set of personnel: the dealers, brokers, advisers, financiers, lawyers and crucial in the era of art fairs event planners who represent the industry's marketing and sales division. They are the people who scan school rosters, pick off fresh talent, direct careers and, by some inscrutable calculus, determine what will sell for what. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
