Avid sports collectors in New England know where they'll be the first weekend in November. This past weekend was no exception as the Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington, MA hosted thousands of sports fans who once again took part in the Greater Boston Sports Collector's Club's annual three-day show. With a history that dates back to the 1980s, the show has been a hobby … [Read more...] about GBSCC Show Brings Autograph Signers, Crowds of Collectors
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London Card Show Booms in Less Than 3 Years
It started with 40 collectors who gathered at a community hall in 2021. In less than three years, the London Card Show is set to hold its latest event next month with an anticipated turnout of 4,000. Held every three months, Europe’s biggest trading card event returns November 25 and 26 at Sandown Park Racecourse. Organizers expect 550 tables, spread across sports, … [Read more...] about London Card Show Booms in Less Than 3 Years
Card Show in a Dome: Inaugural Illinois Event Held at Louisville Slugger Complex
There have been card shows in school gyms and cafeterias. They've long been a staple at hotels, convention centers, shopping malls and VFW halls. Church basements? Sure, why not. One or two have even been held on boats. If you were in Peoria, IL last weekend, you could have added inflatable dome to the list. The first ever Draft Card Show at the … [Read more...] about Card Show in a Dome: Inaugural Illinois Event Held at Louisville Slugger Complex
Connecticut Show Brings Out Collectors, Variety of Signers
Located just 34 miles from New York City but with a population of over 130,000 on its own, Stamford, CT was a natural choice for promoters of the Northeast Sports Card Expo to host an event. Their first ever show among a series of them in and around New England took place last Saturday and Sunday at the Armon Hotel. The show offered 300 vendor tables of … [Read more...] about Connecticut Show Brings Out Collectors, Variety of Signers
Cranston Show Set for 50th Event at New-Old Location
The country’s oldest sports card show operated as a charitable endeavor will conduct a milestone event month. Once held just as an annual event each winter, the upcoming Columbus Day weekend Cranston (RI) Sports Card Show will be the 50th in its long history. “If you were there in 1976 and coming back today like some dealers and fans you are now eligible for a senior … [Read more...] about Cranston Show Set for 50th Event at New-Old Location
Biggest Show In Portland, ME In 35 Years Was a Big Hit
This past weekend I took a 17-hour round trip bus ride from New York City to Portland, ME to interview and obtain a few autographs of one of my boyhood heroes, Rangers and Bruins Hall of Famer Brad Park. The bus was my only affordable option, but I don’t recommend this mode of transportation for long trips. Every mile is a grind. My grueling journey was well worth it because … [Read more...] about Biggest Show In Portland, ME In 35 Years Was a Big Hit
A Day at the Philly Show Packed with Fun for the Whole Family
We made the two hour trip south from our house to the beautiful suburb of Oaks, PA for the Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show Saturday morning. We hit the PA turnpike and drove through a virtual monsoon of rain and wind but, as always, it was well worth it. We decided to bring my daughter this time because she's become such a fan of sports cards and … [Read more...] about A Day at the Philly Show Packed with Fun for the Whole Family
Notes: Notes: Jordan Jersey Authentication Revoked, Could Become Legal Issue; It’s Raining SoCal Card Shows; Wagner Auction Update
MeiGray has rescinded its recent authentication for a 1995-96 Michael Jordan jersey because of "counterfeit documentation and "doctored media" that were submitted by a customer. The company says it's contacting law enforcement over the matter and is also exploring legal action. Last month, the New Jersey based company announced it had authenticated the red Bulls jersey … [Read more...] about Notes: Notes: Jordan Jersey Authentication Revoked, Could Become Legal Issue; It’s Raining SoCal Card Shows; Wagner Auction Update
New 3-Day Show in Ohio Puts Emphasis on Family, Fun
A new three-day show in Ohio is set to kick off in mid-September. The Columbus Regional Sports Card & Collectibles Show runs September 15–17 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Promoter Sean Moore is hoping to create a fresh, well- run event that not only offers buying, selling and trading but the chance to view some high-end items as well. Moore expects a … [Read more...] about New 3-Day Show in Ohio Puts Emphasis on Family, Fun
Notes: New Leaf CEO; Denver Show; Mansfield, MA Event Returns; New Centering Tool
Just a few days after founder Brian Gray stepped down as CEO, Leaf Trading Cards has named Kevin O'Neil as his replacement. Throughout a long career, O'Neil has worked for several card makers but his longest tenure was at Topps, where he spent more than ten years and was employed until recently. Josh Pankow and Gregg Kohn will now become vice presidents for … [Read more...] about Notes: New Leaf CEO; Denver Show; Mansfield, MA Event Returns; New Centering Tool