First,
we would like to thank each and every one of our dealers that
have supported our family adventure and shows. Many of you have
been with us for every show and we truly value your support, friendship
and co-commitment in helping Arizona Antique Shows grow and prosper
for you, the Antique Community and us.
Wanda and
Robert Jones, owners and promoters of Glendale-based Arizona Antique
Shows LLC, are announcing their shows filled with homespun family
fun for antiques enthusiasts and novices. "It's like wandering
through Grandma's attic, but with fun for all ages from one end
to the other," says Wanda.
Two of the company's largest shows are scheduled in January 2005.
On January 8 and 9, Yuma's 31st Anniversary Show and will feature
more than sixty feet of oak furniture from Nielsen Antique Furniture
of California, which specializes in Country French, European and
Early American styles. Also available will be Victorian era antiques,
vintage jewelry, pottery, Early American primitives, ornamental
glass, clocks, Western items, military memorabilia and other collectibles.
The same venue, with the addition of an antique appraisal panel
clinic, featuring Valley of the Sun Antique Dealer's Association
(VSADA) and live entertainment, will take place on January 14,
15 and 16 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds Convention Center in
Phoenix. Proceeds from the clinic will be donated to NAMI (National
Alliance of Mental Illness, AZ Chapter). This year's January show
will be a '3' day show and held in the Coliseum as the Phoenix
Home and Garden Show will also be there offering Customers a FULL
day of events.
Arizona Antique Shows have included Antique Workshops in the Phoenix
antique market so attendees can learn about various collections
and ask questions of industry experts.
Arizona Antique Shows
Now in its sixth season in business as Arizona Antique Shows,
LLC …the Joneses have applied their sixteen years experience
selling antiques together to revive the Arizona market. "We're
proving to dealers and customers that we're committed to bringing
Arizona back into the nationally recognized antique circuit,"
says Wanda. "We're drawing people to our shows from all around
the world."
The Joneses have created a brand of antique shows that includes
a balance of business success for dealers and an enjoyable experience
for shoppers. November 2004 regained momentum with 155 booths.
The show increased drive and was able to offer the antique community
180 booths and three buildings in January of 2004. Wanda is very
enthusiastic and says she is looking forward to what the future
can hold for Phoenix with energy and drive saying, "Where
dealers have experienced a continual decline in overall sales
in most other western states, the Arizona Antique Market is ready
to burst wide open.
More information about Arizona Antique Shows and upcoming events
is available at 602-717-7337 or www.azantiqueshow.com.
