JANUARY 2006

62nd TransWorlds Jewelry, Fashion, Accessories & Home Decor Show
1/5/2006 - 1/9/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
Show features all types of jewelry including gold, platinum, silver, diamonds and gemstones. Fashion including sportswear, furs, leather apparel and neckwear. Accessories such as belts, scarves, handbags, sunglasses, wallets, watches and eye wear. Home decor including giftware, cookware, housewares and gourmet food. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

C.E.S. - Consumer Electronic Show
1/5/2006 - 1/8/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 703-907-7600
This show gathers Consumer technology professionals from around the globe and every concievable economic sectors, retail, manufacturing, automotive, financial, government, higher educationm, travel, healthcare, entertainment and more. They come to compare, test, buy and sell consumer electronics applications, products and services.

Gem, Jewelry & Lapidary Trade Show
1/6/2006 - 1/8/2006
The Orlando Centroplex
Orlando, FL
Telephone: 601-879-8832
This show specializes in gems, jewelry, lapidary equipment and specimens.**** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED ****

OASIS Gift Show
1/6/2006 - 1/8/2006
Phoenix Civic Plaza
Phoenix, AZ
Telephone: 602-952-2050, 800-424-9519
A show, in addition, an electic slection of contemporary and traditional giftware from around the world, (offering the best selection in handcrafted Southwestern and Native American gifts.) Buyers include retailers and other professionals in the gift industry. Wholesale only. Easy online registration. The show has a main floor for order writing, gifts to go cash and carry, and the jury-chosen Artbarns; showcase handcrafted area with both order writing and cash and carry.

Transworld 114th Chicago Merchandise & Gift Show
1/6/2006 - 1/9/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
Show features general merchandise, housewares, giftware, closeouts, dollar store items, toys & games, electronics & gadgets and holiday helpers. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Philadelphia Gift Show
1/7/2006 - 1/10/2006
Ft. Washington Expo Center
Ft. Washington, PA
Telephone: 678-285-3976
All category gift show, the largest gift show in the mid-atlantic region. Strong buying market.

Accessories The Show
1/8/2006 - 1/10/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

FAME
1/8/2006 - 1/10/2006
Jacob Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 877-904-FAME (3263), 978-256-4604
FAME, the tradeshow where Fabulous Fashion, exceptional Finds are of abundance. Owned and productd by Business Journals, Inc., FAME is the first Contemporary, Lifestyle, Apparel, & Accessories tradeshow staged for the industry, with the industry. FAME combines the richness of the great shows of times past with the best merchandising available today - all in one package that addresses the current needs of the market. FAME features nearly 800 highly visible, Contemporary, Lifestyle resources targeting the industry's largest database of fashion retailers.

Michigan Gift Mart
1/8/2006 - 1/9/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

MODA
1/8/2006 - 1/10/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

Philadelphia National Candy, Gift & Gourmet Show
1/8/2006 - 1/10/2006
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ
Telephone: (888) CANDY-89
America's largest show dedicated to the retail confectioner.

Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market
1/10/2006 - 1/18/2006
AmericasMart*Atlanta
Atlanta , GA
Telephone: 404-220-2212
This Show features manufacturers, representatives, wholesalers and distributors of gifts, decorative accessories, collectibles, stationery & related gifts, souvenirs, resort gifts, gourmet food & specialty food products, European gifts, glassware & tabletop products, handcrafted gifts & home accessories, designer gifts & home accents, floral products, seasonal items, books, pet products, garden products and accessories, furniture, fine linens and more.

The Gift Fair in Atlanta
1/13/2006 - 1/16/2006
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 678-285-3976
With hundreds of new product resources showcased in an easy-to-navigate floor plan, the seventh semi-annual Gift Fair In Atlanta¨ promises retailers a bettter way to spend their buying time in Atlanta. Offering convenient product divisions and valuable attendee reward programs, the Gift Fair boasts an efficient, buyer-friendly environent. Popular BuyerRewards will return, including free parking and breakfast, Lunch, Learn educational programs and free shuttles between the permanent showrooms and the Congress Center.

L.A. Market Week
1/15/2006 - 1/18/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
Fall women's apparel.

Gift & Home Furnishings Market at the L.A. Mart
1/17/2006 - 1/24/2006
L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-LAMART4, 213-763-5800
300 showrooms featuring seminars, workshops for buyers, new products, discounts, dating programs, gift, tabletop, gourmet foods, holiday, furniture, and accessories. Free Parking, Free Breakfast, Free Snacks throughout the building & Late night shopping on Friday of markets (open until 8pm).

Dallas International Gift & Home Accessories Market
1/19/2006 - 1/23/2006
Dallas Market Center
Dallas, TX
914-421-3200
Several shows are going on under one roof at the Dallas Market Center. Including At Home, Just Kidstuff¨, Garden & Floral Accents, General Gift & Personal Style. Also Handmade¨ and Country Classics.

Kansas City Gift Show
1/20/2006 - 1/24/2006
Kansas City Gift Mart
Overland Park , KS
Telephone: 913-491-6688
Featuring many handcrafted product lines such as giftware, fine art, country accents, seasonal decor, and collectibles, folk art, wearable, garden items, gourmet foods and popular merchandise from candles to music shown by individual exhibitors, regional and national sales representatives. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Minneapolis Gift Show - Spring Show
1/20/2006 - 1/24/2006
Minneapolis Gift Mart & Sheraton Hotel
Minneapolis, MN
Telephone: 800-626-1298, 952-932-7200
Giftware, traditional and contemporary crafts, greeting cards, gourmet products and food, ethnic artifacts and folk art, ceramics, juvenile merchandise, tabletop, crystal and more will be featured.

ASD/AMD New York Variety Merchandise Show
1/21/2006 - 1/24/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
Variety and General Merchandise Show

California Gift Show
1/21/2006 - 1/24/2006
Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 213-362-5640 ext. 2359
This show is held twice annually and features manufacturers of gift, jewelry, stationery, crafts, souvenirs and tabletop accessories. It attracts retail buyers from all 50 states and 40 foreign countries.

JA International Jewelry Show
1/22/2006 - 1/24/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 212-615-2937
Over 1,700 exhibitors from more than 20 countries have on display such items as: fine jewelry, watches, precious stones, and jewelry services.

The Super Show
1/23/2006 - 1/25/2006
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL
Telephone: 305-893-8771, 800-327-3736
The largest sports product, fitness and sports apparel trade show and marketing events in the world. Exhibitors represent major and up-and-coming brands in over 300 product categories, including: fitness, footwear, activewear, outdoor, licensed sports, team sports, bowling, billiards & darts, cycling, e-sports/business services, golf, tennis, marine & water sports, extreme and in-line skating. also featured is the World of Sports Innovation, where manufacturers have the opportunity to introduce the newest in technology and design innovations in an interactive environment. The Super show is an opportunity for the sports product industry to showcase itself and increase awareness through the media, new product introductions, networking opportunities and special programs.

Ex-Tracts: A Trade Show For Aromatherapy, Fragrance & Personal Care
1/28/2006 - 1/31/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Markets represented will be personal care products, aromatherapy products, body lotions, bath & shower gels, soaps, fragrances, pot-pourri, candles, bath accessories and premiums.

New York International Gift Fair
1/28/2006 - 2/2/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Piers 92 & 94
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Designed for the gift and decorative accessories market, this show includes both American and International items, from floral and garden goods to general gifts to personal accessories.

Seattle Gift Show¨
1/28/2006 - 2/1/2006
Washington State Convention Center
Seattle, WA
Telephone: 415-346-6666
The Seattle Gift Show is open to the retial buying trade only. Throughout the 12 product divisions At Home; Cash & Carry; FoodFocus; GardenStyle; Gift & Collectibles; Handmade¨; The jewelry Vauyltsm; Northwest Directions; Personal Style; Gift/Stationery & Trend; Village Arts; and The Vintage Collection. The Seattle Gift Show sill feature a variety of giftware, decorative accessories, personal care and fashion accessories, home decor,one-of-a-kind handmade merchandise, antiques and collectibles, pre-packaged gourmet foods and confections, tableware and fine jewelry.

CHA (formally HIA)
1/30/2006 - 2/2/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 201-794-1133
The world's largest trade show for craft & hobby supplies, featuring more than 1,100 exhibiting manufacturers and wholesalers in five different shows floor categories including Art Materials & Framing, Scrapbooking & Stationery, Fabric / Quilting / Needlecraft, Florals / Seasonal / Home & Garden and General Crafts. The HIA Show also offers extensive educational programs and workshops.

Las Vegas Furniture Market
1/30/2006 - 2/3/2006
World Market Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 888-WMC-Show
All segments of the industry will share a cohesive, state-of-the-art, master-planned Market. The campus will showcase complementary product categories including furniture, decorative accessories, lighting, area rugs, home office, bedding, floral and more Ð making Las Vegas a total resource for home furnishings and design. This integrated approach offers a powerful selling and cross-marketing opportunity for exhibitors. The buyers are comingÉdonÕt miss this opportunity to grow your business.

The JCK Show - Phoenix
1/30/2006 - 2/1/2006
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ
Telephone: 800-257-3626
A trade show event for high-end jewelry manufacturers, encompassing different types of fine jewelry.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Orlando Gift Show
2/4/2006 - 2/6/2006
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando , FL
Telephone: 678-285-3976
This show features products categories including general giftware, stationery, party and paper goods, souvenir and resort merchandise, tabletop, gourmet gifts, home and garden accents, holiday/seasonal, bed, bath and linen and more. Also features the Orlando Jewelry and Accessories Expo with items available for immediate delivery to the trade only. The Orlando gift show is produced and managed by New Age and Gift Venues, LLC, the show management partnership venture of Urban Expositions, George Little Management, LLC (GLM) and Universal Shows, Inc.

San Francisco International Gift Fair
2/4/2006 - 2/8/2006
The Moscone Convention Center-South / San Francisco Gift Center / Concourse
San Francisco, CA
Telephone: 415-346-6666
This Fair is a semiannual event with 16 product categories which feature general giftware, tabletop, housewares, decorative and personal accessories, museum gifts, ethnic, traditional, country and contemporary crafts, souvenir items, stationery, contemporary design products, juvenile products and garden accessories and floral products. It attracts specialty and department stores, gift shops, jewelry stores, interior designers, importers and distributors of home products, mail order catalogs, museums and galleries, stationery stores, gourmet shops, juvenile stores and craft retailers.

Indianapolis Gift Show
2/5/2006 - 2/7/2006
Marsh Ag/Hort Building, Indiana State Fair Grounds
Indianapolis, IL
Telephone: 513-861-1139
Gift, gourmet, collectibles, jewelry, home decor and craft show. Wonderful mix of products.

OASIS Gift Show
2/6/2006 - 2/8/2006
Phoenix Civic Plaza - 225 E Adams
Phoenix, AZ
Telephone: 602-952-2050, 800-424-9519
A show, in addition, an electic slection of contemporary and traditional giftware from around the world, (offering the best selection in handcrafted Southwestern and Native American gifts.) Buyers include retailers and other professionals in the gift industry. Wholesale only. Easy online registration. The show has a main floor for order writing, gifts to go cash and carry, and the jury-chosen Artbarns; showcase handcrafted area with both order writing and cash and carry.

The NATSO Show
2/7/2006 - 2/11/2006
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Orlando, FL
Telephone: 703-549-2100
National Association representing America's truckstops and travel plazas.

Shot Show
2/9/2006 - 2/12/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 203-840-4800
The Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade (SHOT) SHOW is the worldÕs premier exposition of firearms, ammunition, archery, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, camping and related products and services.

American International TOY FAIR
2/12/2006 - 2/15/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 212-675-1141 ext. 219
Annual marketplace for manufacturers and retailers of toys and related products. Features more than 150,000 products, many being shown for the first time by exhibitors from all over the world.

New Orleans Gift & Jewelry Show - Spring
2/18/2006 - 2/21/2006
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA
Telephone: 630-241-9865
A southern market with an estimated 20,000 buyers are expected at this semiannual trade event featuring costume jewelry, apparel and home decor.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Michigan Gift Mart
2/19/2006 - 2/21/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The Off-Price Specialist Show - Apparel
2/19/2006 - 2/23/2006
Sands Convention Expo
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 262-782-1600
This show provides a marketplace for apparel wholesalers and jobbers to exhibit their merchandise. It remains focused on serving the off-price retailers, mass merchants and independent store owners seeking discounted merchandise. Included are men's, women's and children's apparel, neckwear, hosiery, footwear and accessories.

MAGIC Accessories
2/21/2006 - 2/24/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center / Las Vegas Hilton
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 917-326-6292
Children's apparel and related accessories are featured with new designers as well as well known name brands. Concurrently held with WWDMAGIC, MAGIC and the edge.

The ICSC Specialty Retailing Conference & Expo
2/26/2006 - 3/2/2006
Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC
Telephone: 646-728-3800
Largest gathering of real estate and retail professionals in the world. Over 30,000 people including leasing agents, shopping center developers and owners, municipal officials and products and service vendors, municipal officials and products and service vendors. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

MARCH 2006

DECOR EXPO New York
3/2/2006 - 3/5/2006
Jacob K. Javits Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 888-608-5300, 216-328-2995
Manufacturers and suppliers of picture frames and framing services as well as equipment, suppliers and molding for the custom framer and the exhibitors at this show.

Oklahoma City Wholesale Gift Show
3/4/2006 - 3/6/2006
Cox Business Services Convention Center formerly Myriad Convention Center
Oklahoma City, OK
Telephone: 800-951-1994, 405-373-2020
WHOLESALE GIFT SHOW, STRICTLY ORDER WRITING ONLY! NO CASH AND CARRY!

ASD/AMD Trade Show, Las Vegas
3/5/2006 - 3/9/2006
Sands Expo Center / Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
The ASD/AMD Trade Show in Las Vegas is the largest wholesale variety and general merchandise show in the country, featuring tens of thousands of unique products in hundreds of popular categories in every price point. The ASD/AMD Trade Show - Las Vegas is held in conjunction with the Las Vegas Gift Expo @ the Las Vegas Convention Center and the ASD/AMD Jewelry Show @ The Mirage.

New York Restaurant & Food Service Show
3/5/2006 - 3/7/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-840-5562
The show is the complete resource for restaurant and foodservice needs. We are designed to bring together buyers and sellers of every item necessary for running the business of foodservice. We feature products, equipment, technology, and services. Industry professionals from the NY Metropolitan area including restaurateurs, chefs, caterers, institutional foodservice, educators, dietitians, dealers and suppliers attend the 3 day event. There are free seminars sponsored by the New York Restaurant Association and exciting special events held during all show days.

22nd National Halloween, Costume & Party Show
3/10/2006 - 3/14/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
The largest show of its kind in the world features over 1,900 booths with more than 700 suppliers who present merchandise such as costumes, make-up, haunted house supplies, decorations, balloons, disposable paper/plastic goods, novelties, candy and dozens of other categories for Halloween, holidays, birthdays and other special occasions.

Minneapolis Gift Show
3/10/2006 - 3/14/2006
Minneapolis Gift Mart & Sheraton Hotel
Minneapolis, MN
Telephone: 800-626-1298
Giftware, traditional and contemporary crafts, greeting cards, gourmet products and food, ethnic artifacts and folk art, ceramics, juvenile merchandise, tabletop, crystal and more will be featured.

Michigan Gift Mart
3/12/2006 - 3/14/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Fabric, Trimmings & Services Expo
3/15/2006 - 3/17/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
The right time and the right place to do business! The Fabric, Trimmings and Services Expo is the right place to go to buy or sell the very best products and services in the industry. FTS Expo is custom-designed to bring you the opportunities youÕre looking forÑand new relationships that keep growing long after the show. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Kansas City Gift Show
3/17/2006 - 3/20/2006
Kansas City Gift Mart
Overland Park , KS
Telephone: 913-491-6688
Featuring many handcrafted product lines such as giftware, fine art, country accents, seasonal decor, and collectibles, folk art, wearables, garden items, gourmet foods and popular merchandise from candles to music shown by individual exhibitors, regional and national sales representatives. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Atlanta Spring Gift, Accessories & Holiday Market
3/18/2006 - 3/21/2006
AmericasMart*Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 404-220-2212
Order-writing show open to the trade featuring gift, home furnishings, jewelry and fashion accessories, gourmet, etc.

Los Angeles Gift & Home Accessories Market
3/18/2006 - 3/20/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
The showroom facilities' top five floors featured gifts, home d?cor, decorative accessories, furniture, rugs, garden accessories, floral, tabletop, toys, books, frames, candles, aromatherapy, cards, games, holiday, specialty and seasonal items.

Caribbean Gift & Variety Merchandise Show
3/19/2006 - 3/21/2006
New Puerto Rico Convention Center
San Juan, PR
Telephone: 787-781-3050
Manufacturers, Representatives and Distributors of gifts and jewelry among other products will cater to Puerto Rican and Caribbean stores.

Boston Gift Show¨
3/25/2006 - 3/28/2006
New Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)
Boston, MA
Telephone: 914-421-3200
The Boston Gift Show is a semiannual regional show. Exhibitors include manufacturers and distributors of stationery, gourmet products and foods, general gifts, toys, personal accessories, and much more.

National Automatic Merchandising Association
3/30/2006 - 4/1/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 312-346-0370
Convention for suppliers and manufacturers of automated retail equipment.

International Vision Expo East
3/31/2006 - 4/2/2006
The Jacob K. Javits Center
New York , NY
Telephone: 203-840-5628
Join thousands of opthamalic professionals as they discover the newest in eyewear and eyecare. See the newest in fashion, equipment, technology and education that will revolutionize your business.

The New York Home Textiles Show¨
3/31/2006 - 4/1/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Exhibits include bed, bath, linen, personal care, home fragrances, table linens, window treatments, accent rugs, kitchen textiles, decorative pillows and related home accessories.

Transworld 115th Chicago Merchandise & Gift Show
3/31/2006 - 4/3/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
Show features general merchandise, housewares, giftware, closeouts, dollar store items, toys & games, electronics & gadgets and holiday helpers. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

APRIL 2006

New York Gift Cash and Carry Show
4/1/2006 -
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Designed for the gift and decorative accessories market, this show includes both American and International items, from floral and garden goods to general gifts to personal accessories. **** SHOW IN APRIL, CALL FOR DATES ****

ASD/AMD's Atlanta Variety Merchandise Show
4/2/2006 - 4/4/2006
Cobb Galleria Centre
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
Southeast regional variety and general merchandise show.

International Intimate Apparel Lingerie Show
4/2/2006 - 4/4/2006
Rio Suites Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 305-663-6635
The largest gathering of people in the lingerie, intimate apparel and adult novelty industry in the United States.

V.I.P Invitational Trade Show - April
4/5/2006 - 4/8/2006
1930 North George St.
Melrose Park, IL
Telephone: 412-672-2300
The ultimate buying solution with over 5,000 products to see including: Closeout Name Brands, Promotional Products, Tools, $1.00 Retail Merchandise, Food, HBA, Toys, Seasonal, Hardware, Housewares, Clothing, Sporting Goods, Electronics, Stationary, Giftware, Home Furnishings & Decor, & Household Products. All show dates are subject to change.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Michigan Gift Mart
4/9/2006 - 4/11/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Lingerie Classique
4/10/2006 - 4/12/2006
Rio Suites Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 305-663-6635
This new show will feature fine lingerie, sleepwear, day wer, hosiery and related items in an elegant setting. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Los Angeles International Textile Show
4/10/2006 - 4/12/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
As the largest textile show in North America, the Los Angeles International Textile Show showcases more than 350 exhibitors representing over 600 lines, located in a combination of permanent showrooms and temporary exhibit space throughout the California Market Center (CMC). This multinational representation of apparel and home furnishings lines will include product from the United States and foreign markets including Canada, Europe, the Pacific Rim, India and South America.

Transworld's Las Vegas Halloween & Party Show
4/10/2006 - 4/14/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago, IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
An intimate regional version of the National Halloween, Costume & Party Show. Featuring all types of costumes, make-up, haunted house supplies, decorations, balloons, disposable paper/plastic goods, novelties, candy and other categories for Halloween, holidays, birthdays and other special occasions.

IFFE - International Fashion Fabric Exhibition
4/17/2006 - 4/19/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 917-326-6267
This show is a vehicle for fabric, textile, and trimming vendors to present their merchandise to manufacturers of men's, women's, and children's apparel. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

NACDS Marketplace Conference
4/29/2006 - 5/3/2006
The Breakers
Palm Beach, FL
Telephone: 703-549-3001
The industry's "finest front-end trade show" is designed to meet the marketing and merchandising needs of both NACDS retailer and supplier members by offering a productive atmosphere in which to discuss business issues, conduct product reviews, and introduce new products. At the heart of this conference is the exhibit hall featuring more than 1000 exhibiting companies in 13 different product categories. Retailers include Chain Drug Stores, Supermarkets, Mass Merchants, Convenience & Specialty Stores and International Retailers. Further details may be obtained by visiting our website at http://www.nacds.org.

International Beauty Show - New York
4/30/2006 - 5/2/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 800-736-7170 ext. 155 or 171
This show features hair, nail, as well as makeup programs covering every aspect of the beauty industry. IBS offers something for everyone - cutting, coloring, long hairdressing, skin/body, nails, business, booth renters, forum, multicultural - You name it!

MAY 2006

SPREE - Specialty Retail Entrepreneur Expo & Conference
5/4/2006 - 5/6/2006
Hynes Convention Center - Boston, MA
The show for cart & kiosk retailers. This show features key players of the specialty retail industry including manufacturers, wholesalers and suppliers, property managers and developers and service providers. Attend SPREE?fs educational seminars and networking events.

Accessories The Show
5/7/2006 - 5/9/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

ASD/AMD's Atlantic City Variety Merchandise Show
5/7/2006 - 5/9/2006
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
Atlantic seaboard variety and general merchandise show

MODA
5/7/2006 - 5/9/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

NASFT International Fancy Food & Confection Show
5/7/2006 - 5/9/2006
McCormick Center
Chicago , IL
Telephone: 212-482-6440
This show serves as an annual marketplace for the volume buying of gourmet and specialty foods, beverages, and confections.

The Las Vegas Gourmet House wares Show
5/9/2006 - 5/11/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 914-421-3200
The Gourmet Products Show & National Hardware show is an annual spring event encompassing various home-related product categories, including cutlery, cookware, tabletop, electronics, gadgets, kitchen textiles and specialty foods and appliances.

The National Hardware Show
5/9/2006 - 5/11/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 888-425-9377, 203-840-5622
The only housing after-market show, bringing together manufacturers and resellers of all products used to remodel, repair, maintain and decorate the home and its surroundings.

Michigan Gift Mart
5/15/2006 - 5/16/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The Off-Price Specialist Show - Apparel
5/16/2006 - 5/18/2006
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 262-782-1600
This show provides a marketplace for apparel wholesalers and jobbers to exhibit their merchandise. It remains focused on serving the off-price retailers, mass merchants and independent store owners seeking discounted merchandise. Included are men's, women's and children's apparel, neckwear, hosiery, footwear and accessories.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The Off-Price Specialist Show - Home Goods
5/16/2006 - 5/18/2006
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 262-782-1600
This show provides a marketplace for houseware wholesalers and jobbers to exhibit their merchandise. It remains focused on serving the off-price retailers, mass merchants and independent store owners seeking discounted merchandise. Buyers will include variety stores, premium gift & home decor stores, large multiples, big box retailers, value chains, mom & pop, dollar stores, department stores, online retailers, catalog retailers, distributors, wholesalers and more!**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Gem, Jewelry & Lapidary Trade Show
5/19/2006 - 5/21/2006
The Orlando Centroplex
Orlando, FL
Telephone: 601-879-8832
This show specializes in gems, jewelry, lapidary equipment and specimens. **** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED ****

International Contemporary Furniture Fair¨
5/20/2006 - 5/23/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3222
Highly acclaimed showcase for contemporary designers and designs. An international showcase without peer in the USA, the ICFF is a resource for finding the best of contemporary design.

N.R.A.- National Restaurant Association
5/20/2006 - 5/23/2006
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Telephone: 312-853-2525
The show provides an annual marketplace for the foodservice and lodging industry. Product classifications include: food, beverages, kitchen & lighting equipment, furniture, uniforms and other products and services directly related to the foodservice and lodging industries.

ICSC Spring Convention
5/21/2006 - 5/24/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 646-728-3800
ICSC's Spring Convention, Trade Exposition and Leasing Mall brings together more than 30,000 developers, owners, retailers and lenders for education and deal making.

National Stationery Show¨
5/21/2006 - 5/24/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
An annual domestic and international marketplace for cards, note paper, gift wraps and related items such as rubber stamps, calendars, party goods, writing instruments, posters, balloons and more.

Sources
5/21/2006 - 5/24/2006
Passenger Ship Terminal Pier 94
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
SOURCES, a new trade show from George Little Management that will bring worldwide exporters together with American volume buyers, has received confirmation from 11 international groups that they will participate. The groups are from Bolivia, China, Colombia,, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Peru, Poland, South Africa, Venezuela, and Vietnam.

V.I.P Invitational Trade Show - May
5/21/2006 - 5/23/2006
1930 North George St.
Melrose Park, IL
Telephone: 412-672-2300
The ultimate buying solution with over 5,000 products to see including: Closeout Name Brands, Promotional Products, Tools, $1.00 Retail Merchandise, Food, HBA, Toys, Seasonal, Hardware, Housewares, Clothing, Sporting Goods, Electronics, Stationary, Giftware, Home Furnishings & Decor, & Household Products. All show dates are subject to change.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The Supply Side
5/23/2006 - 5/24/2006
Jacobs K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
An Exposition Showcasing Suppliers to the Social Stationery, Giftware and Graphic Arts Industries.

Book Expo America
5/26/2006 - 5/28/2006
Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 203-840-4800
This is the largest book publishing event in North America. It features all book related products including audio, CD, paperback and hardcover. All products a book store may need.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

JUNE 2006

Kansas City Gift Show
6/2/2006 - 6/6/2006
Kansas City Gift Mart
Overland Park , KS
Telephone: 913-491-6688
Featuring many handcrafted product lines such as giftware, fine art, country accents, seasonal decor, and collectibles, folk art, wearables, garden items, gourmet foods and popular merchandise from candles to music shown by individual exhibitors, regional and national sales representatives. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The JCK Show - Las Vegas
6/2/2006 - 6/6/2006
Venetian Resort & Hotel / Sands Expo
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 800-257-3626
A trade show event for high-end jewelry manufacturers, encompassing different types of fine jewelry. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Portland Gift & Accessories Show¨
6/3/2006 - 6/6/2006
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, OR
Telephone: 415-346-6666
The Portland Gift & Accessories Show is open to the retail buying trade only. It features a variety of giftware, decorative accessories, personal and fashion accessories, home decor, garden & outdoor product, one-of-a-kind, handmade merchandise, antiques and colletibles, tableware and fine jewelry.

The Super Floral Show
6/8/2006 - 6/10/2006
Salt Palace
Salt Lake City, UT
Telephone: 617-695-0370
The premier business-to-business event for volume buyers of floral, foliage and and tropicals - features the largest display of these products in North America.

Michigan Gift Mart
6/11/2006 - 6/13/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Minneapolis Gift Show
6/11/2006 - 6/13/2006
Minneapolis Gift Mart
Minneapolis, MN
Telephone: 800-626-1298
This Christmas Festival of Trees features Christmas gifts plus a whole lot more.

Dollar Store Expo
6/19/2006 - 6/20/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 800-859-9247, 702-893-9090
This show serves and advances the interest of Retail Dollar Store Owners and Operators and those who contribute to the growth and success of the Dollar Store Industry. The retail members of the Association will receive ongoing information and education through conferences and seminars, annual meeting and summits, as well as access to all annual events. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

L!censing International
6/20/2006 - 6/22/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-882-1300
Exhibit Description: Exhibits of properties representing characters, nostalgia, interactive and animation, team logos, entertainment & personalities, brand extension, lifestyle properties, original artwork/designs, trademarks, apparel based licensing, as well as support services offered by licensing agents and consultants. Attendee Description: Manufacturers, retailers, marketing, promotion & advertising executives of apparel and accessories, electronics, food & beverage, gift & novelties, health & beauty aids, home furnishings, housewares, publishing & stationery and sporting goods.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Dallas International Gift & Home Accessories Show
6/21/2006 - 6/28/2006
Dallas Market Center
Dallas, TX
Telephone: 214-672-8421, 800-325-6587
At this exhibition the manufacturers show a wide variety of decorative accessories for the home as well as giftware.

JULY 2006

Transworld 112th Chicago Merchandise & Gift Show
7/7/2006 - 7/10/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462
Show features general merchandise, housewares, giftware, closeouts, dollar store items, toys & games, electronics & gadgets and holiday helpers. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Philadelphia Gift Show
7/8/2006 - 7/11/2006
Ft. Washington Expo Center
Ft. Washington, PA
Telephone: 678-285-3976
The Philadelphia Gift Show provides retailers from the mid-atlantic and Tri-state regions an expansive product slection more than 1300 booths showcasing thousands of lines from national manufacturers and leading regional sales representatives in a hassle-fre environment. With the dubt of the Philadelphia International Handcrafted Expo, the July event will feature more new resources than ever before. If's convenient suburban Philadelphia location makes it easily accessible and affordable for its large drive-in audience. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Michigan Gift Mart
7/9/2006 - 7/11/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market
7/11/2006 - 7/19/2006
AmericasMart* Atlanta
Atlanta , GA
Telephone: 404-220-2212
This Show features manufacturers, representatives, wholesalers and distributors of gifts, decorative accessories, collectibles, stationery & related gifts, souvenirs, resort gifts, gourmet food & specialty food products, European gifts, glassware & tabletop products, handcrafted gifts & home accessories, designer gifts & home accents, floral products, seasonal items, books, pet products, garden products and accessories, furniture, fine linens and more.

Craft & Hobby Association Summer Trade Show
7/14/2006 - 7/16/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, IL
Telephone: 740-452-4541
The CHA Show is the largest mid-year trade show serving the craft and creative industries. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Gem & Lapidary Trade Show
7/14/2006 - 7/16/2006
Embassy Suites/Troy
Detroit, MI
Telephone: 601-879-8832
This show specializes in gems, jewelry lapidary equipment and specimens. **** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED ****

The Gift Fair in Atlanta
7/14/2006 - 7/17/2006
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 678-285-3976
With hundreds of new product resources showcased in an easy-to-navigate floor plan, the seventh semi-annual Gift Fair In Atlanta¨ promises retailers a bettter way to spend their buying time in Atlanta. Offering convenient product divisions and valuable attendee reward programs, the Gift Fair boasts an efficient, buyer-friendly environent. Popular BuyerRewards will return, including free parking and breakfast, Lunch, Learn educational programs and free shuttles between the permanent showrooms and the Congress Center.

L.A. Market Week
7/15/2006 - 7/18/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
Summer women's apparel.**** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Gift & Home Furnishings Market at the L.A. Mart
7/18/2006 - 7/25/2006
L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-LAMART4, 213-763-5800
300 showrooms featuring seminars, workshops for buyers, new products, discounts, dating programs, gift, tabletop, gourmet foods, holiday, furniture, and accessories. Free Parking, Free Breakfast, Free Snacks throughout the building & Late night shopping on Friday of markets (open until 8pm).

Chicago Gift & Home Market
7/19/2006 - 7/26/2006
Merchandise Mart
Chicago, IL
Telephone: 312-527-7772
The Midwest resource for gift, home accents, floral, stationery, and gourmet products.

Gem, Jewelry & Lapidary Trade Show
7/21/2006 - 7/22/2006
Days Hotel Timonium
Baltimore, MD
Telephone: 601-879-8832
This show specializes in gems, jewelry, lapidary equipment and specimens. **** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED ****

Philadephia Gift Show
7/23/2006 - 7/26/2006
Ft. Washington Expo Center
Ft. Washington, PA
Telephone: 678-285-3976
The Philadelphia Gift Show provides retailers from the mid-atlantic and Tri-state regions an expansive product slection more than 1300 booths showcasing thousands of lines from national manufacturers and leading regional sales representatives in a hassle-fre environment. With the dubt of the Philadelphia International Handcrafted Expo, the July event will feature more new resources than ever before. If's convenient suburban Philadelphia location makes it easily accessible and affordable for its large drive-in audience.

SPREE - Specialty Retail Entrepreneur Expo & Conference
7/25/2006 - 7/27/2006
Long Beach Convention Center - Long Beach, CA
The show for cart & kiosk retailers. This show features key players of the specialty retail industry including manufacturers, wholesalers and suppliers, property managers and developers and service providers. Attend SPREE?fs educational seminars and networking events.

K.C. Gift Mart
7/28/2006 - 8/1/2006
K.C. Gift Mart
Overland Park, KS
Telephone: 800-950-mart
Your Gift, Gourmet & Design Resource. Wholesale Only. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

California Gift Show
7/29/2006 - 8/1/2006
Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 213-362-5640 ext. 2359
This show is held twice annually and features manufacturers of gift, jewelry, stationery, crafts, souvenirs and tabletop accessories. It attracts retail buyers from all 50 states and 40 foreign countries.

AUGUST 2006

W.S.A. - World Shoe Association
8/1/2006 - 8/4/2006
Mandalay Bay Convention Center/Sands Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 949-851-8451
This show features men's, women's and children's shoes, accessories, handbags, shoe products, store fixtures, shoe jewelry, socks & hosiery.

Kansas City Gift Show
8/4/2006 - 8/8/2006
Kansas City Gift Mart
Overland Park , KS
Telephone: 913-491-6688
Featuring many handcrafted product lines such as giftware, fine art, country accents, seasonal decor, and collectibles, folk art, wearables, garden items, gourmet foods and popular merchandise from candles to music shown by individual exhibitors, regional and national sales representatives. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Accessories The Show
8/6/2006 - 8/8/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

FAME
8/6/2006 - 8/8/2006
Jacob Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 877-904-FAME (3263), 978-256-4604
FAME, the tradeshow where Fabulous Fashion, exceptional Finds are of abundance. Owned and productd by Business Journals, Inc., FAME is the first Contemporary, Lifestyle, Apparel, & Accessories tradeshow staged for the industry, with the industry. FAME combines the richness of the great shows of times past with the best merchandising available today - all in one package that addresses the current needs of the market. FAME features nearly 800 highly visible, Contemporary, Lifestyle resources targeting the industry's largest database of fashion retailers.

MODA
8/6/2006 - 8/8/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 203-853-6015
AccessoriesTheShow is the longest running and largest all accessories trade event in hte United States. This juried tradeshow covers every category of accessories. AccessoriesTheShow features a cornucopia of New Market Faes, Fine Nationaly Advertised Brands, Key International Collections and Unprecedented Amenities. Replete with every category in demand, the Marketplace for hot, new directions in edited accessories. AccessoriesTheShow's sister publication is Accessories Magazine.

Imprinted Sportswear Show - Indianapolis
8/10/2006 - 8/12/2006
Indianapolis Convention Center
Indianapolis, IN
Telephone: 800-527-0207
Market categories include ready-to-wear, screen-printed textiles, athletic and other uniforms, preprinted active and leisure wear, advertising specialties as well as the screen printing/embroidery/ transfer equipment needed to decorate textiles. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Super Z00 East Pet Industry Trade Show
8/10/2006 - 8/12/2006
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 800-999-7295, 626-447-2222
America's oldest pet Industry trade show for retailers & wholesalers of pet care products, seminars & workshops and grooming events. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Minneapolis Gift Show
8/11/2006 - 8/15/2006
Minneapolis Gift Mart
Minneapolis, MN
Telephone: 800-626-1298
Giftware, traditional and contemporary crafts, greeting cards, gourmet products and food, ethnic artifacts and folk art, ceramics, juvenile merchandise, tabletop, crystal and more will be featured.

New York International Gift Fair
8/11/2006 - 8/16/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Piers 92 & 94
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Designed for the gift and decorative accessories market, this show includes both American and International items, from floral and garden goods to general gifts to personal accessories. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Eureka Springs Gift Show
8/12/2006 - 8/14/2006
Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center & Victoria Inn Convention Center
Eureka Springs, AR
Telephone: 405-799-7882
The Eureka Springs Gift Show is a wholesale market where experienced buyers looking for something different appreciate the wondeful diversity of products and the beautiful "laid back" no pressure ambiance of what is called the "Little Switzerland of America" . The perfect place to combine business and pleasure. Two convention centers featuring a broad assortment of giftware, souvenir, fashion, gourmet, floral, jewelry, country and seasonal products from across. The United States and around the world. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

ASD/AMD Trade Show, Las Vegas
8/13/2006 - 8/17/2006
Sands Expo Center / Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
The ASD/AMD Trade Show in Las Vegas is the largest wholesale variety and general merchandise show in the country, featuring tens of thousands of unique products in hundreds of popular categories in every price point. The ASD/AMD Trade Show - Las Vegas is held in conjunction with the Las Vegas Gift Expo @ the Las Vegas Convention Center and the ASD/AMD Jewelry Show @ The Mirage.

Michigan Gift Mart
8/13/2006 - 8/15/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

New Orleans Gift & Jewelry Show - Fall
8/19/2006 - 8/22/2006
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA
Telephone: 630-241-9865
A southern market with an estimated 24,000 buyers are expected at this semiannual trade event of costume jewelry, apparel and home decor. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Seattle Gift Show¨
8/19/2006 - 8/23/2006
Washington State Convention Center
Seattle, WA
Telephone: 415-346-6666
The Seattle Gift Show is open to the retial buying trade only. Throughout the 12 product divisions At Home; Cash & Carry; FoodFocus; GardenStyle; Gift & Collectibles; Handmade¨; The jewelry Vauyltsm; Northwest Directions; Personal Style; Gift/Stationery & Trend; Village Arts; and The Vintage Collection. The Seattle Gift Show sill feature a variety of giftware, decorative accessories, personal care and fashion accessories, home decor,one-of-a-kind handmade merchandise, antiques and collectibles, pre-packaged gourmet foods and confections, tableware and fine jewelry.

Caribbean Apparel, Shoe & Accessories Show
8/20/2006 - 8/22/2006
New Puerto Rico Convention Center
San Juan, PR
Telephone: 787-781-3050
Manufacturers, representatives, and distributors of men's, women's, and children's apparel, accessories and shoes. Puerto Rico and all the Caribbean Islands.

Biloxi Mississippi Wholesale Gift Show
8/26/2006 - 8/28/2006
Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center
Biloxi, MS
Telephone: 800-951-1994, 405-373-2020
WHOLESALE GIFT SHOW STRICKTLY WHOLESALE! NO CASH AND CARRY!

The Off-Price Specialist Show - Apparel
8/26/2006 - 8/30/2006
Sands Convention Expo
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 262-782-1600
This show provides a marketplace for apparel wholesalers and jobbers to exhibit their merchandise. It remains focused on serving the off-price retailers, mass merchants and independent store owners seeking discounted merchandise. Included are men's, women's and children's apparel, neckwear, hosiery, footwear and accessories.

MAGIC Accessories
8/28/2006 - 8/31/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center / Las Vegas Hilton
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 917-326-6292
Children's apparel and related accessories are featured with new designers as well as well known name brands. Concurrently held with WWDMAGIC, MAGIC and the edge. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

SEPTEMBER 2006

ASD/AMD's New York Variety Merchandise Show
9/9/2006 - 9/12/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 800-421-4511, 310-396-6006
East Coasts largest variety and general merchandise show

Atlanta Fall Gift & Accessories Market
9/9/2006 - 9/11/2006
AmericasMart*Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 404-220-2234
Order-writing show open to the trade featuring gift, home accessories, fashion accessories and jewelry, bath and body, etc.

Boston Gift Show¨
9/9/2006 - 9/12/2006
Bayside Expo Center
Boston, MA
Telephone: 914-421-3200
The Boston Gift Show is a semiannual regional show. Exhibitors include manufacturers and distributors of stationery, gourmet products and foods, general gifts, toys, personal accessories, and much more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Norton's Gatlinburg Gift & Variety Show
9/9/2006 - 9/11/2006
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Gatlinburg, TN
Telephone: 865-436-6151
This show features Ladies', Men's and Children's Apparel, Fashion Jewelry and Accessories, Fine Jewelry and Gifts from all over the world. Wholesale Only, Writing Orders, Immediate Delivery and Cash-and-Carry. Business License Required.

Michigan Gift Mart
9/10/2006 - 9/12/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Philadelphia National Candy, Gift & Gourmet Show
9/10/2006 - 9/12/2006
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ
Telephone: 888- CANDY-89
America's largest show dedicated to the retail confectioner.

International Vision Expo West
9/13/2006 - 9/16/2006
The Sand Expo & Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 800-840-5628, 203-840-5628
Join thousands of opthamalic professionals as they discover the newest in eyewear and eyecare. See the newest in fashion, equipment, technology and education that will revolutionize your business. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

IALEI Fun Expo
9/14/2006 - 9/16/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas , NV
Telephone: 708-226-1300
showcase for products and services geared toward amusement parks and attractions, themed entertainment and family entertainment facilities. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Fall Chicago Gift & Home Market
9/15/2006 - 9/17/2006
Merchandise Mart
Chicago, IL
Telephone: 312-527-7608
The Midwest resource for gift, home accents, floral, stationery, and gourmet products. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Dallas International Gift & Home Accessories Show
9/16/2006 - 9/18/2006
Dallas Market Center
Dallas, TX
Telephone: 800-325-6587, 214-672-8421
This show focuses on retail buyers and owners shopping for gifts, home accessories and garden items. It is one of the many shows going on under one roof at one time.

Caribbean Gift & Variety Merchandise Show
9/17/2006 - 9/19/2006
New Puerto Rico Convention Center
San Juan, PR
Telephone: 787-781-3050
Manufacturers, Representatives and Distributors of gifts and jewelry among other products will cater to Puerto Rican and Caribbean stores.

Gift & Home Furnishings Market at the L.A. Mart
9/17/2006 - 9/19/2006
L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-LAMART4, 213-763-5800
300 showrooms featuring seminars, workshops for buyers, new products, discounts, dating programs, gift, tabletop, gourmet foods, holiday, furniture, and accessories. Free Parking, Free Breakfast, Free Snacks throughout the building & Late night shopping on Friday of markets (open until 8pm).

Super Z00 West Pet Industry Trade Show
9/20/2006 - 9/21/2006
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, CA
Telephone: 800-999-7295, 626-447-2222
America's oldest pet Industry trade show for retailers & wholesalers of pet care products, seminars & workshops and grooming events.

K.C. Gift Mart
9/29/2006 - 10/3/2006
K.C. Gift Mart
Overland Park, KS
Telephone: 800-950-MART
Your Gift, Gourmet & Design Resource. Wholesale Only. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Kansas City Gift Show
9/29/2006 - 9/30/2006
Kansas City Gift Mart
Overland Park , KS
Telephone: 913-491-6688
Featuring many handcrafted product lines such as giftware, fine art, country accents, seasonal decor, and collectibles, folk art, wearables, garden items, gourmet foods and popular merchandise from candles to music shown by individual exhibitors, regional and national sales representatives. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

OCTOBER 2006

Portland Cash & Carry Show¨
10/1/2006 -
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, OR
415-346-6666
The Portland Gift & Accessories Show is open to the retail buying trade only. It features a variety of giftware, decorative accessories, personal and fashion accessories, home decor, garden & outdoor product, one-of-a-kind, handmade merchandise, antiques and colletibles, tableware and fine jewelry. **** SHOW IN OCTOBER CALL TO GET DATES ****

Michigan Gift Mart
10/8/2006 - 10/10/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The NACS Show
10/8/2006 - 10/10/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 703-684-3600
The convenience store industry's biggest event, the NACS show features workshops, world-class speakers in general sessions and a 320,000 net square foot exposition that features special pavilions highlighting technology, food service & QSR, petroleum and candy, as well as a "Cool New Products" showcase. The National Association of Convenience Stores represents the $269 billion convenience store industry. The international trade association has over 2,300 retail and 1,700 supplier members.

The Off-Price Specialist Show - Apparel
10/8/2006 - 10/10/2006
Hotel Pennsylvania
New York, NY
Telephone: 262-782-1600
This show provides a marketplace for apparel wholesalers and jobbers to exhibit their merchandise. It remains focused on serving the off-price retailers, mass merchants and independent store owners seeking discounted merchandise. Included are men's, women's and children's apparel, neckwear, hosiery, footwear and accessories. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Ex-Tracts: A Trade Show For Aromatherapy, Fragrance & Personal Care
10/15/2006 - 10/18/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Markets represented will be personal care products, aromatherapy products, body lotions, bath & shower gels, soaps, fragrances, pot-pourri, candles, bath accessories and premiums. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Panama City Gifts, Resort Merchandise Show
10/15/2006 - 10/18/2006
The Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center
Panama City, FL
Telephone: 678-285-3976
This show features temporary exhibits and permanent showrooms. Products categories include general giftware, decorative accessories, aromatherapy, greeting cards, paper goods and social stationery, tabletop, destination, resort and tourist merchandise, logo products, shell items, jewelry/fashion accessories, toys/games, gourmet, garden gifts and more.

The New York Home Textiles Show¨
10/15/2006 - 10/18/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Exhibits include bed, bath, linen, personal care, home fragrances, table linens, window treatments, accent rugs, kitchen textiles, decorative pillows and related home accessories. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

L.A. Market Week Women's, Junior & Contemporary Women's Apparel Department Stores
10/16/2006 - 10/18/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
Women's, junior & contemporary department store markets. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

V.I.P Invitational Trade Show - October
10/18/2006 - 10/21/2006
1930 North George St.
Melrose Park, IL
Telephone: 412-672-2300
The ultimate buying solution with over 5,000 products to see including: Closeout Name Brands, Promotional Products, Tools, $1.00 Retail Merchandise, Food, HBA, Toys, Seasonal, Hardware, Housewares, Clothing, Sporting Goods, Electronics, Stationary, Giftware, Home Furnishings & Decor, & Household Products. All show dates are subject to change. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

65th TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion, Accessories & Home Decor Show
10/19/2006 - 10/23/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 800-323-5462, 847-446-8434
Show features all types of jewelry including gold, platinum, silver, diamonds and gemstones. Fashion including sportswear, furs, leather apparel and neckwear. Accessories such as belts, scarves, handbags, sunglasses, wallets, watches and eye wear. Home decor including giftware, cookware, housewares and gourmet food. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

International Home Furnishings Market
10/19/2006 - 10/26/2006
Downtown High point & Thomasville
High Point / Thomasville, NC
Telephone: 336-869-1000
This wholesale market show is open to retailers, furniture dealers, interior designers, and architects and features furnishings, floor coverings, lighting, upholstery, gift and decorative accessories. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Transworld 113th Chicago Spring Merchandise & Gift Show
10/20/2006 - 10/23/2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont / Chicago , IL
Telephone: 800-323-5462, 847-446-8434
Show features general merchandise, housewares, giftware, closeouts, dollar store items, toys & games, electronics & gadgets and holiday helpers. Registration is FREE. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

L.A. Market Week
10/27/2006 - 10/30/2006
California Market Center
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737
Spring women's apparel. ****CALL TO CONFIRM DATES****

SEMA /APEX Show
10/31/2006 - 11/3/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 702-450-7662 ext. 104
An international auto trade show specifically for specialty automotive, performance and racing parts and accessories including the import vehicles.

NOVEMBER 2006

Pigeon Forge Resort Merchandise & Gift Show
11/3/2006 - 11/8/2006
Music Road Hotel and Smoky Mountain Convention Center
Pigeon Forge, TN
Telephone: 800-430-7608
For the Wholesale Trade Only. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Smoky Mountain Fall Gift and Souvenir Show
11/4/2006 - 11/9/2006
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Gatlinburg, TN
Telephone: 800-441-7889, 865-436-4418
This super show, geared to the souvenir and gift industry is open to the trade only. On Tuesday evening, the show hosts a party for all buyers and exhibitors. The Gift Show staff will be happy to assist in preregistration and with travel arrangements. Four other locations in the downtown area of Gatlinburg. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

Michigan Gift Mart
11/6/2006 - 11/7/2006
Michigan Gift Mart
Northville, MI
Telephone: 800-886-6247, 248-348-7890
This show features giftware, home accessories, stationery, floral, resort, garden, nature, housewares, gourmet, holiday, basket, furniture, lighting, souvenir, jewelry, toy, collectibles & more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

The International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show
11/11/2006 - 11/14/2006
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Telephone: 914-421-3200
Exhibitors showcase the newest products and services available to the industry, including food & beverage, furnishings, technology, equipment, linens, amenities, tableware, cleaning and much more. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

COMDEX Fall
11/12/2006 - 11/16/2006
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 415-905-2300
This industry show for independent resellers of computer systems and related products enters this season with over 2,000 exhibiting companies attracting 200,000 professional attendees. COMDEX is the global IT Marketplace. **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

East Coast Resort Gift Expo
11/12/2006 - 11/15/2006
Ocean City Convention Center
Ocean City, MD
Telephone: 678-285-3976
This show gives busy retailers from Maine to Virginia Beach a change to buy last-minute holiday merchandise and plan their Spring and Summer resort seasons. Retailers can now explore more than 500 booths filled with classic bestsellers as well as a number of newcomers. Every products catergory will be represented, including resor gifts, souvenirs, novelties, nautical/coastal items, licensed products, beachwear, general gift and more.

Norton's Gatlinburg Gift & Variety Show
11/12/2006 - 11/14/2006
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Gatlinburg, TN
Telephone: 865-436-6151
This show features Ladies', Men's and Children's Apparel, Fashion Jewelry and Accessories, Fine Jewelry and Gifts from all over the world. Wholesale Only, Writing Orders, Immediate Delivery and Cash-and-Carry. Business License Required.

IAAPA - International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions Convention
11/13/2006 - 11/18/2006
Georgia Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
Telephone: 703-836-4800
The world's largest showcase for products and services geared toward amusement parks and attractions, themed entertainment and family entertainment facilities. IAAPA attracts attendees from over 90 countries worldwide in a variety of businesses. Attendees come from Amusement parks, museums, Zoo's, Aquariums, FEC's and any area involved in the amusement and entertainment industry.

Gift & Furniture Sample Sale at the L.A. Mart
11/26/2006 - 11/27/2006
L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA
Telephone: 800-LAMART4, 213-763-5800
300 showrooms featuring seminars, workshops for buyers, new products, discounts, dating programs, gift, tabletop, gourmet foods, holiday, furniture, and accessories. Free Parking, Free Breakfast, Free Snacks throughout the building & late night shopping on Friday of markets (open until 8pm). **** CALL TO CONFIRM DATES ****

DECEMBER 2006