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January 2006 Market Events

January 20, 2006

Signature events and extravaganzas, sneak peeks and new discoveries, instruction and amenities…all designed to enhance the January 2006 Markets experience.

LOOK FOR:

• FIRST SEATING: 2006 Tabletop Innovations and Introductions—a convergence of lifestyle, trends and tabletop artistry…introduced by the industry’s most respected brands and only at AMERICASMART. The two-day product showcase features show promotions and incentives; a special guest appearance by Sandra Lee, star of the Food Network’s Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee, as well as an in-showroom cocktail gala on Wednesday afternoon, January 11; and much more. Open to all Market attendees. AMERICASMART ?, Tabletop, Fine Gifts & Accessories Center, floors 8 & 9. Wednesday, January 11 and Thursday, January 12. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Bon Appetit Y’all! Chef Virginia Willis, producer of Turner South’s smash hit cooking show, Home Plate, and former kitchen director for Martha Stewart Living Television, wows retailers with a cooking demonstration. AMERICASMART ?, The Gourmet Gallery, floor 14. Friday, January 13, 1—2 p.m. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Put Some Spirit in Your Store with Collegiate Products! The excitement and fanfare of campus life comes to AMERICASMART with the introduction of the Collegiate Products Licensee Pavilion—for January 2006 and featuring a diverse selection of collegiate product and memorabilia. AMERICASMART ?, floor 3 Exhibit Hall. Friday, January 13 through Monday, January 16. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Find it in the Market Temporaries! Discover January’s headquarters for untapped product from thousands of new and established sources, new and expanded product categories and much, much more. Select times and locations. AMERICASMART ?, ? and ?. Daily, Friday, January 13 through Tuesday, January 17. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Find It on Floor 14! Experience all that is new in The Gift & Resort Center and The Gourmet Gallery…from a book signing by world-renowned children’s author Suzanne Tate…to the most exciting in gift and gourmet products…to complimentary food and beverage…to product giveaways…all in a weekend extravaganza celebrating floor 14! AMERICASMART ?, floor 14. Thursday, January 12 through Sunday, January 15. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Champagne & Mimosas: Meet You at Boutique! Celebrate the hip, the cutting-edge, the now at Boutique’s Champagne Reception & Ribbon Cutting. Explore AMERICASMART’s newest collection of high-end jewelry, fashion accessories, body/soul, pet products and much more! AMERICASMART ?, floor 4. Friday, January 13, 11 a.m. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Find It During the Home & Garden Tour. Featuring a delightful tour of the Home Accents & Furnishings Center and The Gardens®. Maps identify locations of complimentary food and beverage. Learn decorating and entertaining ideas that incorporate furniture, lighting, accessories and other products into an outdoor living space, and look for special product displays featuring hand-crafted, specialty garden merchandise. AMERICASMART ?, floors 11—15, Friday, January 13, 5 p.m. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Viva El Salvador! brings the culinary delights and rich heritage of El Salvador to the International Business Center featuring a complimentary buffet and an exclusive preview of authentic El Salvadorian crafts. Open to all Market buyers and sponsored in cooperation with the El Salvador Chamber of Commerce. AMERICASMART ?, floor 9, 9D9B. Saturday, January 14, 11:30 a.m. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Find It at The Art of Christmas! Re-discover the wonder and excitement of the holidays during The Art of Christmas—the Holiday, Floral & Home Décor Center’s annual, weekend-long, all-floors product spectacular. Preview the latest holiday product while enjoying complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Product giveaways. AMERICASMART ?, floors 16—20. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• Armenian Odyssey. Enjoy this exclusive journey to Armenia and learn of its tradition-rich area rug industry. Features an exhibit of magnificent new and antique rugs from the region. Enjoy cocktails and mingle with Armenian dignitaries during the Exhibit’s grand opening reception. AMERICASMART ?, floor 2. Thursday, January 19, 4 p.m. The Exhibit is open from Thursday, January 19 through Sunday, January 22. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

• America’s Magnificent Carpets Awards 2006: The Grand Mysterium—an evening of discovery, mysticism and beauty—recognizing and celebrating design excellence and achievement in the centuries-old art of rug making, including the best of handmade and machine-made carpets. CBS Morning News personality and Atlanta resident—Jane Robelot—will serve as MC. Saturday, January 21, 5:30 p.m. Marriott Marquis Ballroom. Check the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide at Market for details.

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