Winter Events 2008

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The 6th Annual New Jersey Flower & Garden Show

This flower and garden show will take place Febraury 14-17, 2008 at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison, NJ. The show's theme will be "The Entertaining Garden-Party Among the Petals." The show will have a complete marketplace with over 100 different vendors. Guest speakers will be on hand to give you flower and gardening tips. Kids will enjoy interactive programs specially designed to pique their interest. Experts will be on hand to show you the how-to's of container gardening.

For more information, visit macevents.com/show.cfm/eventID/121

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Chinese New Year Splender

This spectacular celebration takes place January 30 - February 9, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

The following is a press release excerpt:

"New York, January 5, 2008 - New Tang Dynasty TV (NTDTV) and its producing partner Divine Performing Arts are proud to present NTDTV CHINESE NEW YEAR SPLENDOR at the majestic Radio City Music Hall beginning January 30 through February 9, 2008.

NTDTV CHINESE NEW YEAR SPLENDOR is the largest and most breathtaking celebration of the Chinese New Year in the world. Inspired by over 5,000 years of history and tradition, NTDTV Chinese New Year Splendor is considered a truly authentic Chinese cultural observance. Creating a visually stunning experience on stage, the Splendor will feature brilliant dances, songs, and symphony.

Peijong Hsieh, the show’s Production Manager, said: “The show is sophisticated and spectacular yet simple and clean. Our goal is to express pure grandeur and beauty in ways ancient and new.”

China’s cultural renaissance isn’t happening in Mainland China – it’s happening in performance halls around the world. Divine Performing Arts sends two companies on the road for a non-stop touring schedule encompassing 120 shows in 60 cities worldwide. The annual cultural show has been meticulously built around a common goal: to breathe new life into China’s lost cultural wonders. The two groups re-unite in New York for the culminating performance at Radio City Music Hall, making the New York Splendor the grandest celebration in the entire tour, featuring over 200 operatic vocalists, dancers, performers and a live orchestra.

A time of reflection and renewal, the Chinese New Year is the most important holiday of the year. Shared by virtually every Asian country, it is an opportunity to reflect on one’s own heritage and look ahead towards the future."

For more information, visit www.shows.ntdtv.com/node/4630

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The New York International Gift Fair

The New York International Gift Fair takes place February 1-6, 2008 at the Jakob Javits Center in New York City.

The following is an excerpt from The Javits Center website:

"The New York International Gift Fair is the premier gift and decorative accessories market in the United States. This semi-annual event fills 638,000 net square feet, including the entire Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and the Passenger Ship Terminal. The 45,000 national and international attendees are drawn from major retail outlets, specialty retailers, distributors, catalog companies and others. There are more than 2,800 firms exhibiting in eleven major merchandise sections of the Fair, including international sponsored groups representing Austria, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Germany, Guatemala, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Korea, Mexico, Canadian Province of Quebec, South Africa, Thailand and United Kingdom."

For more information, visit www.nyigf.com/

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American International Toy Fair

The American International Toy Fair will take place February 17-20, 2008 at the Jakob Javits Center in New York City.

The following is an excerpt from the Javits Center website:

"American International Toy Fair® is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere. More than 1,500 manufacturers, distributors, importers and sales agents from 30 countries showcase their toy and entertainment products. From classic toys to interactive entertainment and everything in between, we have it all! Products include: action figures and dolls, games and puzzles, bicycles, tricycles and ride-ons, radio-controlled vehicles, infant and preschool toys, cars, trucks and trains, puppets and plush, audio and video cassettes, computer software and video games, playground and sporting equipment, Halloween, Christmas, books, stationery, party supplies, and much more!"

For more information, visit www.toyassociation.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Toy_Fair&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.cfm&TPLID=193&ContentID=3538

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New York Int'l Art Expo

The New York Int'l Art Expo will take place February 28-March 3, 2008 at the Jakob Javits Center in New York City.

The following is an excerpt from the Javits Center website:

"BIG APPLE. BIG ART.
Welcome to Artexpo New York – the world’s largest fine and popular art fair – hosting more than 500 galleries, art publishers and art dealers, and thousands of artists.

An art marketplace unparalleled in size and scope – Artexpo New York offers the largest exhibition of original paintings and sculpture, limited-edition prints, photography, works on paper, giclees, animation and more - serving collectors and art enthusiasts of all tastes and budgets."

For more information, visit: www.artexpos.com/ME2/Audiences/splash.asp

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The New York Times Travel Show

The New York Times Travel Show takes place February 28 - March 2, 2008 at the Jakob Javits Center in New York City.

The following is an excerpt from the Javits Center website:

"Choose from among the world’s premier travel destinations, products, services and vacation packages.
Check out what’s in store at the show, including:

400+ top exhibitors located in two halls devoted to active travel (including kayaking, golf, cycling, scuba diving, among others) and destination travel (featuring travel destinations and spas from around the world).
Exclusive travel deals you won’t find anywhere else for everything from around-the-world cruises to spas, resorts and adventure vacations.
Get ready to book the perfect trip—just get your ticket and go. You’ll save both time and money by using one of the Travel Show’s many booking stations to make all your travel arrangements.

Enjoy cultural performances, seminars by travel experts and great giveaways too. The show has entertainment for the entire family, including a dive pool, sports simulators — and more."

For more information, visit www.nyttravelshow.com/

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The Great Train Expo

From the Great Train Expo website:

"The Great Train Expo is America's favorite traveling train show serving more states than any other show. Our shows feature operating model railroads, train dealers, collectors, hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, and much more!"

January 26-27, 2008: Louisville, Kentucky: Kentucky International Convention Center

Febraury 2-3, 2008: Tampa, Florida: Florida State Fairgrounds

Febraury 2-3, 2008: Sacramento, California: Cal Expo

February 9-10, 2008: Columbus, Ohio: Ohio Expo Center

February 9-10, 2008: Council Bluffs, Iowa: Mid-America Center

February 16-17, 2008: Portland, Oregon: Portland Metro Expo Center

February 23-24, 2008: Novi, Michigan - The Rock Financial Showplace

February 23-24, 2008: Denver, Colorado: National Western Complex

March 1-2, 2008: Fort Worth, Texas: Fort Worth Convention Center

March 1-2, 2008: San Francisco, California: Cow Palace

March 8-9, 2008: Phoenix, Arizona: WestWorld of Scottsdale

March 15-16, 2008: Collinsville, Illinois: Gateway Center

March 15, 2008: Edison, New Jersey: New Jersey Convention Center

For more information, visit www.greattrainexpo.com/

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New Brunswick Kennel Club Dog Show

The New Brunswick Kennel Club Dog Show takes place March 21-23, 2008 at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison, NJ.

From the NBKC Show website:

"New Brunswick Kennel Club
presents the
March Madness Circuit
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Thursday, March 20, 2008
Garden State Non-Sporting Group show
Herding Group Association of NJ
Meadowlands Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club
Progressive Toy Club

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Friday, March 21, 2008
New Brunswick Kennel Club 57th All-Breed Dog Show & Obedience Trial & Rally Classes

Judging Panel

Judging Program (TBA)

Supported Entries:
Bulldog Club of New Jersey
Collie Club of Northern New Jersey
Bull Terrier Club of America
Pekingese Club of New Jersey
Meadowlands Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club

Designated Specialty:
American Manchester Terrier Club, District lll

Friday Evening
Dalmatian Club of Greater New York
Raritan Valley Belgian Sheepdog Club

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Saturday, March 22, 2008
New Brunswick Kennel Club 56th All-Breed Dog Show & Obedience Trial

Judging Panel

Judging Program (TBA)

Supported Entries:
Mid-Jersey Labrador Retriever Club SWPC
Eastern Irish Setter Association SWPC
Southern NJ Cocker Spaniel Club & Sweeps
Afghan Hound Club of Northern New Jersey
Borzoi Club of Central New Jersey
Doberman Pinscher Breeders Association of Penn-Jersey
Delaware Valley Samoyed Club
Raritan Valley Australian Terrier Club
Bull Terrier Club of America
Philadelphia Kerry Blue Terrier Club
Meadowlands Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club SWPC
Pekingese Club of New Jersey SWPC
Bulldog Club of New Jersey SWPC
Lenape Boston Terrier Club
Raritan Belgian Sheepdog Club
Collie Club of Northern NJ
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of the Garden State SWPC

Designated Specialty:
Pointer Club of Central N.J. & Sweeps
Mid New Jersey Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Association & Sweeps
New Jersey Boxer Club & Sweeps
Chihuahua Club of Mid-Jersey & Sweeps
Delaware Valley Manchester Terrier Club & Sweeps
Dalmatian Club of Central N.J. & Sweeps
Watchung Mountain Poodle Club & Sweeps


Don't miss the SUPER MATCH show on Sunday!
There will also be a CARDIOLOGY CLINIC during show hours on Friday & Saturday!"

For more information, visit www.nbkc.org/NBKCShows.htm