Winter Shows Blanket East Coast

PREMIER SHOW

January 7–11

SPRING PREVIEW

March 12–14

Northeast Market Center

1000 Technology Drive

Billerica, MA 01821

(978) 670-6363

www.thegiftcenter.com

Show Producer: The Center Association

Show Hours: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: The Center Association, (978) 670-6363

BOSTON GIFT SHOW

March 25–28

Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC)

415 Summer Street

Boston 02210

(800) 272-SHOW

www.bostongiftshow.com

Show Producer: George Little Management LLC (GLM)

Show Hours: March 25–27, 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. March 28, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: Travel Planners, (800) 221-3531 or (212) 532-1660

CAPE COD GIFT SHOW

March 20–21

Sheraton Four Points Resort

Hyannis, MA

(239) 495-7344

www.capecodgiftshow.com

Show Producer: Excel Show Management Company

Show Hours: March 19, 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.; March 20, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

PHILADELPHIA GIFT SHOW

PHILADELPHIA HANDCRAFTED EXPO

January 7–10

Fort Washington Expo Center

1100 Virginia Drive

Fort Washington, PA 19034

(687) 285-3976

www.urban-expo.com

Show Producer: Urban Expositions

Show Hours: January 7–9, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; January 10, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: Connections, (800) 262-9974, or visit www.giftshowhotels.com

Special Event

• Tenth Anniversary Celebration Show Party. Holiday Inn Fort Washington. Monday, January 9. 6:30 p.m. Join with friends and colleagues to celebrate the show's ten years of success.

Saturday, January 7

• Working with the Media to Maximize Your Sales. 9:30–10:30 a.m. Speaker: Shirley Frazier.
• Gift Baskets: Presentation, Promotion, Profits. 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Shirley Frazier.

Sunday, January 8

• Retail Tips: Forbidden Love Affair with Your Merchandise. 9:30– 10:30 a.m. Speaker: Marilyn Nason.
• Gone with the Window. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Speaker: Tony DeMasi.

Monday, January 9

• Who Let the Dogs Out? Moving Those Slow Sellers to Make Room for More Inventory. 9:30–10:30 a.m. Sponsored by eBay. Speaker: Mary Liz Curtin.
• Advertising on the Spot. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Speaker: Adam Ash.

LOOK FOR: The Philadelphia Handcrafted Expo features 75 artisans and designers showcasing handmade jewelry and other items in wood, metal, ceramic and glass, that will add unique elements to your merchandise mix.

BUYERS CASH & CARRY WHOLESALE MART

February 4–5

Valley Forge Convention Center

1200 First Avenue

King of Prussia, PA 19406

(717) 796-2377

GALLERY OF AMERICAN CRAFTSMEN

February 4–6

MARKET SQUARE TRADITIONAL WHOLESALE SHOW

February 5–7

Fort Washington Expo Ctr.

1100 Virginia Dr.

Fort Washington, PA 19034

(717) 796-2377

www.marketsquareshows.com

Show Producer: Market Square Associates

Show Hours: Buyers Cash & Carry: February 4, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. , February 5, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Gallery of American Craftsmen: February 4, 4–7 p.m., February 5–6, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Market Square: February 5–6, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; February 7, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: Priority Travel, (888) 796-9991 or (717) 796-3155

BUYERS MARKET OF AMERICAN CRAFT

February 17–20

Jewelry Preview, February 16

Pennsylvania Convention Center

1101 Arch St.

Philadelphia 19107

(800) 432-7238

www.americancraft.com

Show Producer: The Rosen Group

Show Hours: February 16, 4–7 p.m.; February 17–19, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. February 20, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: The Rosen Group, (800) 432-7238 x211 or visit www.americancraft.com

Special Events:

• Buyers Market Party — Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler!. Saturday, February 18. 8 p.m.– midnight.
• NICHE Awards. Sunday, February, 19. Reception begins at 6 p.m.

Unless otherwise noted, seminars are $20 and breakfast is included.

Thursday, February 16

• Selling Fine Jewelry in a Crowded Marketplace. 2–4 p.m. $10, refreshments included.

Friday, February 17

• Turn Window Shoppers into Long-Term Customers. 8–9:30 a.m.

Saturday, February 18

• Stand Out in the Retailer Crowd. 8–9:30 a.m.

Sunday, February 19

• Table Topics sponsored by C.R.A.F.T. 8–9:30 a.m.

Monday, February 19

• The Art of the Deal. 8–9:30 a.m. Sponsored by ABI

LOOK FOR: Fashion shows of wearable art, Friday and Saturday at 12:30 p.m.

ACC CRAFT SHOW

February 24–26

Baltimore Convention Center

One West Pratt Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

(800) 836-3470

www.craftcouncil.org/baltimore

Show Producer: American Craft Council

Show Hours: February 24, 10 a.m.– 9 p.m.; February 25, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; February 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: Travel Planners, (800) 221-3531 or (212) 532-1660

OCEAN CITY GIFT SHOW

March 12–14

Roland E. Powell Convention Ctr.

4001 Coastal Hwy.

Ocean City, MD

(410) 521-7211

Show Producer: Atlantic Coast Gift Association

Show Hours: March 12–13, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; March 14, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

WASHINGTON GIFT SHOW

THE MID-ATLANTIC CASH & CARRY SHOW

January 22–25

Dulles Expo & Conference Center

4368 Chantilly Center

Chantilly, VA 20153

(800) 272-SHOW

www.washingtongiftshow.com

Show Producer: George Little Management LLC (GLM)

Show Hours: January 22–24, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. January 25, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Travel Arrangements: Travel Planners, (800) 221-3531 0r (212) 532-1660

Sunday, January 22

• Planning Your Own PR & Marketing. 10–11 a.m.
• Gift Basket Basics. 11:30–noon.
• Basketless Design. 10–1:30 p.m.
• Gift Basket Wrap: Cello and Bags. 2–2:30 p.m.

Monday, January 23

• Working with the Media to Maximize Your Sales. 10–11 a.m.
• Baskets for Men. 11:30 a.m.– noon,
• Gift Basket Wrap: Shrink Wrap and Tulle. 1–1:30 p.m.
• Ship Shape Baskets. 2–2:3- p.m.

LOOK FOR: The concurrent Mid-Atlantic Cash and Carry Show is a new event featuring products available for immediate delivery.