Collectibles News
- Spring-Ford Reporter/The Valley ItemDatebook Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:19AMDateBook Notes
- Silver 'chair' is worth its salt Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 5:41AMEating too much salt is a health problem today, but in past centuries, salt was treated with reverence.
- Waupun News Notes Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:30AMThe 17th annual Waupun Volksfest is set for Sept. 10-12 in downtown Waupun.
- Mystery of the magically appearing garden art Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:12AMTwo pretty little metalwork trellises magically popped up in my tomato patch this week ... but I had nothing to do with their sudden appearance.
- Classic-car collectors eclectic, have deep pockets Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:03AMPeter Mullin, owner of one of the world's largest private collections of classic French automobiles, points to a 1935 Hispano-Suiza J12 cabriolet sitting among 60 other cars in his museum in Southern California.
- Family before splurging on big boy toys Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:01AMDear Dave, When is it OK to buy toys for the lake - things like boats and jet skis - when following your plan? Anonymous Dear Anonymous, I'm a lake guy, too. So you've hit a soft spot with me on this question. Still, you have to be an adult about these things, and here are a few rules. First, you should be completely debt free except for your house. Second, you need to have your fully funded ...
- Auctions: Paintings, provenances, and peculiarities Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:18AMThe fall auction season will hit full stride next week with three major suburban events: a two-day sale of antiques and artwork featuring Pennsylvania impressionists; another two-day sale, with items from the Henry Ford Museum; and a third one offering such quirky items as a mounted warthog head.
- Main Street pickings offer it all Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:11AMValatie has had a renaissance in the last few years. Its bustling Main Street is full of locally owned and operated shops that cater to people who like to shop locally.
- If you're handy, here's a contest for you Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 2:46AMIf you're handy, here's a contest for you
- Community News Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:51AMMcCall elected as Angus Association convention delegate: Tom McCall of Greenville has been elected as a delegate to the 127th annual American Angus Association Convention of Delegates, scheduled for Nov. 15 in Louisville, Ky. McCall, a member of the association, is one of 354 Angus breeders who have been elected by fellow members in their state to serve as a representative at the annual meeting.
- In the area (sept. 4) Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:27AMAudubon Society Field Trip, Fall Migrants at Cherry Creek, meet at 8 a.m. today, WNMU Fine Arts south parking lot;(575) 534-4940. Saturday Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m. today, Lions Clubhouse, Eighth Street and Big Ditch, just north of Farmers Market.
- Southern Decadence, Audubon Aquarium activities today in New Orleans Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:11AMEvents in and around New Orleans.
- Fans go for Power Rangers comeback Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:06AMPASADENA, Calif. — It's morphin' time! — again. "The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers," who exploded on to the children's television programming scene 17 years ago and instantly became a ratings and merchandising monster, are making a comeback.
- Phippen Museum Hosts World Premiere Exhibition, The Kenneth M. Freeman (1935 – 2008) Legacy Collection Comes Home to ... Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:00PM“Portraits of the West: The Kenneth M.
- Death, divorce, downsizing: When do you need an appraisal Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:43PMI know from experience that Americans enjoy appraisals. People like to tell and listen to the stories of family heirlooms, fine art, collectibles and antiques. I know this is the case because worldwide, I conduct more than 100 public appraisal events annually where I simultaneously teach people abo...
- Spider-Man: Total Mayhem (iPad / iPhone) Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:33PMHighly Recommended I havent been a fan of Gameloft as an iPhone developer, however profitable they may be. Similar to Electronic Arts, they churn out titles and typically value presentation over gameplay. Some of their recent releases, like the Hero of Sparta series or Assassins Creed series, have had spotty quality paired with high price tags. I was uncertain, but hopeful, about Spider-Man ...
- Do It! listings — what's happening in Niagara Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:10PMART A MANO LIBERA GALLERY: A. Michael Shumate and Sandy Rasmussen, Sept. 11-Oct. 10. Gallery open Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 150 Ontario St. ANGIE STRAUSS GALLERY AND CRAFT CENTRE: Open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.[...]
- Review: Mafia II Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:12PMFiled under: Features , Action , Opinion Classic car enthusiasts and mob movie lovers have a lot to enjoy in Mafia II . The game puts players in the role of Vito Scaletta, an American immigrant aiming to become a "Made Man" in the fictional city of Empire Bay, which draws heavy inspiration from New York City. The game covers a time span between the 1940s and 1950s, and players watch the world ...
- Upland event off Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:06PMUPLAND - The 20th annual Second Avenue Farmers Market in downtown has ended earlier than expected this year. The Thursday night market has been canceled due to financial troubles facing the market's organizer, Main Street Upland, officials said.
- It's a Vintage Kind of Weekend Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:36PMThe winsome and charming Miss Janet Klein kicks off a sepia-toned stretch of happenings. Business - Arts and Entertainment - Clothing - Shopping - Antiques and Collectibles
- Heritage Auctions New York City Gallery Opened Today Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:12PMThe first auction to take place under the auspices of Heritage Auctions New York City will be the company’s Oct. 16 Signature® Illustration Art Auction at the Fletcher-Sinclair Mansion.
- Susie's Que Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:36PMThe Sixth Loose Caboose Festival is this Saturday in Purcell. It will be a fun-filled day for those attending with antiques, collectibles, crafts, games, food and much more being available.
- Vendors still sought for New Baltimore History Fair show Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:12AMIf you'd like the chance to be a part of the New Baltimore History Fair Antiques and Craft Show, there's still time to rent a table and be part of the sidewalk sale downtown on September 18.
- Former Buffalo Bill to sign autographs in Webster on Sunday Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:09PMAdam Lingner will meet the public and signing autographs on Sunday at the only monthly sports cards and collectibles show in Western New York at the Webster Columbus Center (a.k.a. The Knights of Columbus) at 70 Barrett Drive.
- As other comic conventions grow, city's keeps narrow focus Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:47PMAt a time when the big comic conventions are trying to be all things to all people, Baltimore's tries to keep its focus narrow When it comes to his Baltimore Comic-Con, organizer Marc Nathan takes that word "comic" seriously. The annual fan gathering is a comic-book convention, he stresses, not a pop-culture convention or a cool stuff convention or a famous people convention.
- Castlevania: The First Eight Hours of Lords of Shadow Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:33PMCastlevania: Lords of Shadow (PS3) Gabriel Belmont meets God of War.
- Consignment shopping - Let's give it a (re)go [Crescent Hill] Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:06PMJust like the clothes it features, Margaret's Consignment and Collectibles (2700 Frankfort Ave.) is a Louisville classic. Though not the oldest consignment store in Louisville, Margaret's has been in business since 1991 and offers one of the widest selections of sizes (including a petites section, most importantly to me) and other items in town. Consignment shopping is a great alternative to ...
- How disc swapping works in Castlevania: Lords of Shadow for Xbox 360 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:06PMIf you haven't heard, the Xbox 360 version of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow will ship on two discs ( Limited Edition pictured above). Here's a tip: You can save yourself some precious disc-swapping time if you install at least Disc One to your hard drive. Although Lords of Shadow 's story is told in an episodic, linear fashion, you'll want to revisit earlier levels to find missing collectibles ...
- Pop isn't dead: Icy treats become sweet trend Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:58PMThe line of people in the sweltering gas station parking lot grows longer as the sun beats down. They aren't here for gas. Parking lot - Pop music - Shopping - Advertising Collectibles - Gas and Oil
- El Maniel International, Inc. Seeks 'Stamp' of Approval for Project Development Credit Facilities Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:38PMNEW YORK -- El Maniel International Inc. announces today that it has begun the process to monetize its Stamps and Collectibles company ownership stake via possible sale of the asset or loan against it, "...The latter being the preferred method by EMLL Board as it allows us to utilize funds against the asset, without sacrificing long-term growth, as many collections, on average, can return ...
- What's Happening Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:32PMCandidate Meet and Greet Oct. 13 Mark your calendars! Possibly the most important political action you will take other than voting on election day! Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. - All Voters - All Candidates - All Parties are welcome to a "Non-partisan" Meet and Greet at the Willcox Community Center, 2 Blocks west of Haskell Avenue (Business-10) on Stewart Street in Willcox.
- Fun things to do this weekend Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:26PMBest bets: Fun things to do on Cape Cod this weekend
- Batavia native opens pop culture collectibles store on Ellicott Street Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:53PMBill Hume is living his dream. What started with a Star Wars and and KISS memorability collection when he was a child has blossomed into his own retail store on Ellicott Street. The 39-year-old entrepreneur started selling pop culture collectibles on Ebay in 1998, eventually had a 20x20 stall at Antique World in Clarence and now has 1,000-square foot store at 440 Ellicott St. "It's been ...
- Why Facebook Games Matter Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:32PMEditorial: Your favorite pastime needs Farmville, whether you like it or not.
- Mafia II Guide (PC) Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:15PMMafia II (PC) Get made and join the family with our guide offering (that you can't refuse).
- DIY interior-design clients get advice for less Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:36PMWhen Rachel and Mike Rosenblum moved into their San Francisco Edwardian earlier this year, they had an empty house and a serious case of decorator's block. "Even though I would flip through magazines and occasionally watch shows like HGTV's 'Design on a Dime'... Interior design - Home & Garden Television - Design - HGTV - Arts
- Celebrity marketer raises $20 million Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:00PMBrand Affinity Technologies, an Irvine marketer that specializes in celebrity endorsements, has received $20 million in equity investment.Among the investors are Miramar Venture Partners, Newport Coast Investments, RimLight Capital, Fulcrum Venture...
- Couple Uses Old Hollywood Video Sign for New Business Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:25PMYou'll likely recognize the outside of the building and even the name, but what's inside may catch you by surprise. read more
- Antique appraisal clinic comes to North Delta. Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:23PMRegister now for October event.
- Couple On Honeymoon Loses 2 Dogs In Fire Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:14PMA newlywed couple lost their dogs in a fire that started soon after they left for their honeymoon, neighbors say.
- Tribune Datebook Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:23PMWelland Folklore Festival Tuesday August 24 Latino cuisine Hosted by the Latino Association at Welland Farmer's Market. Wednesday August 25 Croatian cuisine Hosted by Croatian National Home, at the CNH, 6 Broadway.[...]
- MPCC's Chevy Nova on display today Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:31PMTelegraph staff reports The 2010 Mid-Plains Community College classic Chevy Nova is scheduled to be at Advance Auto Parts, today, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Vintage Bazaar Hits Congress Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:21PM It seems like shows at Congress Theater are doomed to disappoint . But this weekend, Congress held a different type of event that was a huge hit. Yesterday’s Vintage Bazaar , a self-described “modern pop-up vintage flea market” filled the floor with 60 vendors that offered vintage collectibles, furniture, clothing, house wares and other odds and ends. The first Vintage Bazzar was ...
- The Worm: Booms, deals on TV, and an old theater Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:17PMLoud noises: The sonic booms that rocked the Puget Sound area last week during President Obama’s visit were brought on by an unsuspecting passenger plane flying from Lake Chelan to a seaplane base on Lake Washington. When the plane unknowingly violated a temporary airspace restriction during the visit, military fighter jets from the Portland area scrambled to intercept it, causing two sonic ...
- Retail Outlets Are Returning to Sleepy Little Falls Village (video) Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:16AMFALLS VILLAGE—There was a time at the turn of the last century when downtown Falls Vllage was a little boom town.
- New Father Marc Nathan on His Other Baby, the Baltimore Comic-Con Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:37AMThe Baltimore Comic-Con starts next weekend on Saturday, and has a convention hall full of guests again. I’ve gone to this show for the past three or four years, and enjoyed myself immensely each time.
- Royal Caribbean Expands Relationship with Internationally Acclaimed Artist Romero Britto Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:20AMAllure of the Seas to Feature First Britto Store at Sea.
- Matchbox museum back in business Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:45AMFor Everett Marshall III, building his extensive collection of Matchbox cars has been a labor of love.
- Tattle: More tawdry tales from the Spencer & Heidi Show Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:39AMWHEN IT comes to Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt, Tattle is torn. We hate to write about them because they're the worst type of publicity whores. On the other hand, the freak show is a very popular carnival attraction.
- P.Noy boys tap US lobby firm Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:37AMECONOMIC diplomacy and foreign relations are not P. Noy’s strong cards, and that is probably why Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima had already obtained Palace approval for the appointment of US lobbying firm Apco to lay the public relations groundwork for next month’s visit of President Aquino to the United States.