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DISCOVER SPECTACULAR ANTIQUES, COLLECTABLES AND VINTAGE FINDS!
THE THIRD ANNUAL MEISTER MARKT FALL ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTABLES SHOW AND CAR BOOT SALE ONE DAY ONLY AT THE MARKHAM FAIRGROUNDS – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 – 8am-4pm

If you're in the market for antiques and collectables, come visit the Third Bi-Annual Meister Markt Antiques and Collectables Show and Car Boot Sale on Saturday, October 22 at the Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Road (NE Corner of McCowan and Elgin Mills) from 8am-4pm, rain or shine (if the weather is bad, all vendors will move inside). Admission is $5 (kids 12 & under are FREE with an adult) and there is lots of FREE parking.


With over 150 vendors selling all types of unique and unusual antiques and collectables in over 43,000 square feet of indoor space and 150,000 square feet of outdoor space, there's a little something for everyone. The vendors will be selling military antiques, native art, antique sporting goods, Canadiana, vintage advertising materials, reclaimed wood, salvaged building materials, windows, ladders, wood boxes, vintage textiles, art deco antiques, mid-century antiques, pine furniture, tools, jewelry, watches, coins, gold, marbles, toys, vintage clothing and bakelite.


A highlight of this twice-annual show, the Meister Markt Car Boot Sale features a traditional English style market where people sell their old stuff right out of the back of their cars. These vendors are non-professionals, who have amassed many antiques and collectables and for only $40 get to clear out their homes, garages and attics, perfect for people who are downsizing.

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SHOPPING AT THE THIRD ANNUAL MEISTER MARKT:
1. Set some priorities and make a list of some antiques and collectibles you are looking for.
2. Decide how much you are willing to pay for items on your wish list.
3. If you are looking for a specific item, arrive early, the best items are often snatched up quickly.
4. If you are looking for bargains, dealers are often willing to make a deal at the end of the day.
5. Make quick decisions. Few dealers will hold an item while you take time to think about it.
6. Look closely at chairs and sofas that are not in perfect shape.
7. Turn chairs over and look in drawers for labels or stamps. Furniture makers mark furniture.
8. The type of dovetailing, joints and ridging are important for determining the age of the furniture.
9. Look for signs of wear and tear and markings.
10. Look for metal content for jewelry and silver as this helps with appraisals.

For additional information, visit www.meistermarkt.com or call (416) 427-8379