Trade Show Scheduling

The 6^th edition of World Floral Expo will be held in Miami, Florida March 9-11, 2010 for the U.S. floral wholesaler and high volume retailer to showcase the latest developments and novelties in the world floral industry. This expo is open to qualified buyers only – wholesale distributors and mass market buyers such as supermarkets and retail chain stores.

World Floral Expo will feature flower breeders displaying their newest developed varieties, growers displaying their best flower production and floral suppliers displaying their newest products. A team of seven top flower designers from Holland will give flower demonstrations to the buyers in the show.

Five keynote speakers from American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Armellini Express Lines, Liege Airport from Belgium and the Logistic Flower Center from Ecuador will hold an interactive forum in the East Hall of the Doubletree Miami Mart Airport Hotel/Convention Center. The forum will discuss the role of cargo in the flower industry.

A party will be held after the close of the first day of the trade show. It will be held in the swimming pool area of the Exhibition hotel where exhibitors and visitors can socialize. Prize award winners will be announced for Best Booth Design, Best Grower, Best Breeder, Best Country Display, Best Perishable Novelty and Best Non Perishable Novelty.

The World Floral Expo will take place March 9-11, 2010 at the Doubletree Miami Mart Hotel, 711 N.W. 72^nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33126. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.hppexhibitions.com/floriculture/2010/wfe.

Thousands of flowers and plants with all their rich colors, fragrances and textures will be showcased at the Northwest Flower & Garden Show. This show will feature six acres of inspiring gardens, free seminars for all gardening levels, and shopping at 350 exhibits related to gardening, outdoor living, and gardeners. A world-class panel including Fergus Garrett, Andrea Cochran, and Roger Swain will review and judge the display gardens and present seminars during the show.

This year’s show will be packed with free “how-to” seminars and demonstrations for small and large garden spaces. A number of seminars will focus on the growing area of interest in vegetable gardens. Top speakers include authors Suzy Bales, Rich Darke, John Greenlee, Valerie Easton, Debra Lee Baldwin, Kathy Brenzel, Saxon Holt, Roger Gossler, and Keeyla Meadows.

The “Marketplace” will feature over 350 nurseries and other exhibitors spotlighting products and services related to gardening and outdoor living. Special attractions will include the “Sproutopia” children’s area, the high school horticulture students’ “Funky Junk” display, floral display competitions, and a container garden exhibition.

The Northwest Flower & Garden Show will be held February 3-7, 2010 at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center, 800 Convention Place, Seattle, WA 98101. For more information you can contact Northwest Flower & Garden Show, P.O. Box 110849, Tacoma, WA 98411. Telephone: (253) 756-2121. Fax: (253) 756- 6898. Email: infotac@otshows.com. You can also visit their web site at http://www.gardenshow.com/seattle/index.

Thousands of floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, architects, designers, and builders will be gathering in Las Vegas for the #1 floor covering event. They will have the opportunity to see the newest and most innovative products in carpet, tile, hardwood, rugs and laminate. Over three days they will receive vital education and network with others to get business done.

Surfaces 2010 will offer more than 40 workshops, seminars and mini sessions led by industry experts in the fields of business, sales, marketing, installation, and design. Surfaces will provide the products, tools, technology and education that floor covering professionals need to grow and profit during this challenging economic climate. Four new On-Floor Education Stages will focus on four ‘hot topics’ related to the floor covering industry: Sustainability, Design & Trends, Business & Technology and Installation. These live demonstrations will run concurrently throughout the three days of the show.

The New Product Pavilion, sponsored by National Floor Trends, Floor Covering Installer and Tile Magazines,  has more than 50 participating companies showcasing the hottest in floor covering, accessories, tools and supplies before they hit the market.

“Above the Baseboard” Pavilion will feature the latest in specialty floor covering products as well as products ‘above the baseboard’ including countertops, wall coverings, and many other specialty type products and accessories for the home.

The Surfaces exhibition will feature more than 700 of the largest manufacturers and suppliers representing products in every major category including carpet, tile, hardwood, rugs, laminate, resilient stone and marble.

Designer Day will cater to interior designers by offering accredited education, a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the most extravagant properties in as Vegas as well as many other exciting activities planned with design in mind.

Surfaces 2010 will be held February 1-4, 2010 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, 201 Sands Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89169. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.surfaces.com. Phone: (972) 819-7602 or (866) 860-1975. Email: registration@surfaces.com.

Celebrating its 5^th anniversary, the Chicago Merchandise Mart DreamHome is a showcase created by the city’s leading interior designers in collaboration with the showroom resources of the Design Center at the Merchandise Mart. DreamHome represents unparalleled beauty inspiring a lifestyle experience for all. It provides inspiration to design professionals; exposure to discerning consumers for showrooms, manufacturers, design professionals, and sponsors; and appreciation for high-end design to the Chicago area and beyond. DreamHome will also serve as the backdrop for private dining.

Traditional Home Senior Lifestyle and Design Editor Jenny Bradley will talk design with DreamHome designers. Whether you are renovating an entire house or freshening up a room, you will gain insightful tips that can be applied to your own home. Meet the talented designers, enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and take inspiration home with you.

DreamHome 2009 will become a permanent fixture at the historic Merchandise Mart – Chicago, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654. For more information you can contact MMPI at (800) 677-6278 or visit their web site at http://www.merchandisemartdesigncenter.com/dreamhome/door.cfm.

Louisville is the place to be January 9-11, 2009 if you are looking to build, remodel, or update your home. The Louisville Build, Renovate & Landscape Expo will showcase everything from kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms, and custom remodeling to windows, siding, roofing, and doors. Hundreds of exhibitors will be on hand featuring cabinets, countertops, carpet, hardwood flooring, security systems, hot tubs, saunas, and spas.

You will be able to meet expert contractors to help you with all of your building or remodeling needs. You can find great new ideas for your home and see the latest products to make your dream home a reality.

Whether it’s your front yard or back yard, from the basement to the attic, everything you need to update your home will be in one place.

The Louisville Build, Renovate & Landscape Expo will be held January 9-11, 2009, at the Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 Fourth Street, Louisville, KY 40202. For more information contact L&L Exhibition Management, Inc., 7809 Southtown Center #200, Bloomington, MN 55431. Telephone: (952) 881-5030 or (800) 374-6463. Fax: (952) 881-4272. E-mail: info@homeshowcenter.com.

You can also visit their website at: http://www.homeshowcenter.com. If you cannot get to the Louisville area, L&L Exhibition Management, Inc. will be holding home shows in cities across the U.S. throughout 2009. Check out the website for a location near you.

The West Palm Beach Home & Garden Show will be held October 17-19 at the all new American Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds. More than 500 exhibitors will feature the latest trends in home improvement, decorating, and gardening. Interactive seminars and demonstrations will offer expert advice. Attendees will be able to look, feel, and test out various products. It will be a time to gather ideas, investigate new products, learn from the professionals, and meet your favorite home and garden celebrities.

The latest in home and patio products and services will be showcased including home improvements, building products, remodeling services, decorating products and services, landscaping, lawn and garden equipment, pools and spas, decks, outdoor furniture, tile and marble, greenhouses, and much more. It will be a great time to get the information and products you need for your next remodeling, renovation, or decorating project.

The Palm Beach Post Home Improvement Stage will feature home improvement speakers and celebrities. Included will be Joshua Foss of HGTV’s “Design Star” who designs using healthy, eco-friendly materials and technologies. He is a contract designer for the U.S. Green Building Council and is touring the country spreading what he calls “The Green Gospel.”

Also on hand will be Stephen Saint-Onge of Better Homes and Gardens magazine best known for his home design and lifestyle column “House Calls with Stephen Saint-Onge.” Stephen’s friendly, approachable, and family-focused interior design talents have been featured on Oprah and The View. House Beautiful magazine named him “one of the top fifteen designers in America.” He will be available to share simple and affordable changes you can make in your home.

Bonnie Muirhead will conduct live cooking demonstrations throughout the show. Bonnie, a personal chef from Los Angeles, California, was a finalist on season three of “Hell’s Kitchen.”

The West Palm Beach Home & Garden Show 2008 will be held October 17-19, 2008 at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach, Fl 33411. For more information visit FloridaHomeShows.com or call (888) 254-0882 ext. 319. Tickets and other information can be obtained at the official web site: http://www.westpalmbeachhomeshow.com .