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THE SOUTHEASTERN CT HOME & BUSINESS SHOW!

NEW LONDON’S RITE OF SPRING!

NEW LONDON, CT – The Southeastern Connecticut Home & Business Show, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT, Sleepy’s, the Mattress Professionals, and the Eastern New London Lions Club, returns to Connecticut College March 16-17-18, 2007 for it’s 26th year! 

For a quarter of a century, this spring tradition continuously grows as some of the finest names in the business will be present as Connecticut College’s Athletic Center and Dayton Arena combine to host a vast home show featuring informative displays and the best selection of home products and services in the region.  Consumers can talk to builders, remodelers, landscapers and contractors; shop for pools and spas, water conditioners, carpeting, home gadgetry, windows and doors, gutters and siding, wireless services, flooring and wall coverings, heating and cooling systems, stone products, security systems, kitchens and baths, appliances, and much more!  The list is endless!

ENTER TO WIN OURCASH PRIZE GIVEAWAY OF $50,000 INSTANTLY from our “Visible Vault.” Good luck!

Tim Gregory, host of HGTV’s popular show, “New Spaces” will be at the show Saturday and Sunday (Noon - 4:00). On “New Spaces” Tim follows a complete room remodeling or addition project from start to finish, highlighting the specific challenges and offering warnings about common pitfalls. You'll also discover design tricks and renovation problem-solving tips.  Let Tim Gregory answer your toughest room remodeling questions and get some great ideas at the Southeastern CT Home & Business Show.

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT proudly represents the business community and the interests of Eastern CT residents in so very many ways, including countless support services and resources to enhance and grow business in the region.  In addition, the Chamber is committed to maintaining and enriching the quality of life in Eastern CT through outreach to the arts, culture, higher education and non-profit organizations.  Visit them at www.chamberect.com for more information and be sure to visit with them at the show!

The New London Lions Club supports many local groups through its fundraising activities.  Visit the Lions Club’s concession stand, one located in each building.  The Lions Club also asks that you bring your old eyeglasses and donate them to the Lion’s Club International Eyeglass Recycling Campaign, which helps provide eyeglasses to people worldwide. 

FREE ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE APPRAISALS: All weekend in the athletic center sponsored by Eldrige Auctions, Ingraham Auctions, and Appraisals & Always Buying Antiques.
The 26th Annual Southeastern Connecticut Home & Business Show, sponsored by Sleepy’s, the Mattress Professionals, produced by Osborne Jenks Productions, Inc. and runs March 16-17-18, 2007.  Show hours are Friday 5pm to 9pm, Saturday 11am to 6pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm and tickets are available at the door.  There’s plenty of free parking and shuttle service, sponsored by CONNECTICARE, from the campus south lot off Route 32.  Bring a non-perishable food item and receive a $1.00 off admission.  All food donations benefit Gemma Moran/United Way Food Center.  Visit our website at www.osbornejenks.com for more details, floor plans, show lists and the latest info on show events, entertainment and guest celebrities.

Osborne Jenks Productions, Inc has more than 27 years experience with exhibitions and trade shows and currently produces 20 shows a year in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and New York.

 

UPCOMING HOME SHOWS

2nd Annual Fall Westchester County Home Show
September 30, October 1, 2006
Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY

27th Annual Fall Home Show
November 17-18-19, 2006
Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, CT 

15th Annual Western New England Home Show
February 3-4, 2007
O’Neill Center, Western Conn. State Univ., Danbury, CT

22nd Annual Greater Bristol Chamber of Commerce
Home & Business Show
February 23-24-25, 2007
Bristol Eastern High School, Bristol, CT

11th Annual Spring Home Show
March 2-3-4, 2007
Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, CT

5th Annual Spring Eastern Pennsylvania Home Show
March 16-17-18, 2007
Agri-Plex, Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown, PA

26th Annual Southeastern Connecticut Home & Business Show
March 16-17-18, 2007
Conn. College Arena & Athletic Center, New London, CT

25th Annual Westchester County Home Show
March 30-31 - April 1, 2007
Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY

4th Annual Fall Eastern Pennsylvania Home Show
November 17-18, 2007
Agri-Plex, Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown, PA