April 2022

Bates City Antiques to host Customer Appreciation Day

Local businesses are the lifeblood of any smaller town, and Bates City Antiques in Bates City would like to say ‘thanks’ to its loyal shoppers with a Customer Appreciation Day on April 9.

The day will include plenty of extras to bring shoppers in, including drawings, door prizes, and refreshments. But the star of the show will be the deals on antiques, vintage items, and collectibles throughout the store – from 20% all the way to 50% off.

Before you head out for the big day, check out Bates City’s website first for a peek into its vast array of inventory, including a special section dedicated to unique finds, such as a Mobil tire stand and a 19th-century yarn winder.

For more information, visit www.batescityantiques.com.

April 2022

March 2022

Raise a glass – Breweriana Blowout is back!

Breweriana Blowout XXII is slated for 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at the Belleclair Fairgrounds in Belleville, Illinois 62220. Show is free Saturday from 9 AM until 2:30 PM. Early entry On Saturday is at 7 AM and is $10. For more info email BUDMANBOB1@CHARTER.NET or call Bob at 618-580-5475 or Jay at 618-954-9605. Hope to see you there!

Touted as the largest brewery collectibles show in the Midwest, attendees can buy, sell or trade items such as beer steins, glasses, cans, and more.

March 2022

You never know just what you’ll find at the Antique Spectacular Vintage Market, March 4-6 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island.

Items from the quirky to the rusty to the funky will be up for grabs at the show. Antique Spectacular is the brainchild of Kimberly Schilling, who, along with her Melting Pot Productions, has been producing antique shows throughout the Midwest for nearly 30 years. Schilling has “developed a foundation for success built on the integrity of demanding quality antiques and collectibles,” according to the event’s website.

Admission to the event is $8, with a $1-off coupon available at www.antiquespectacular.com. Children under the age of 14 are free when accompanied by an adult with a ticket.

For more information, call 712-326-9964.

March 2022

Bella Rustina Vintage Market is returning to Little Rock just in time for spring, with a show March 11-13 in the concourse of the War Memorial Stadium.

Shoppers are invited to come marvel at more than 225 booths, stuffed with vintage, vintage-inspired and handmade items brought in from sellers from multiple states.

Those vendors who wish to participate and sell their wares can submit an application on Bella Rustina’s website at www.bellarustina.com.

Admission for early buyers on March 11 is $10, while regular admission on March 12-13 is $5 for adults, while children under the age of 18 are free. Parking is free as well.

The event is hosted by Ashley’s Finds LLC.
For more information, call 501-230-5728.