More evolution than Eureka!

BaselWorld and the SIHH in Geneva are magnificent showcases of the world’s watch manufacturers. Although we journalists tend to think that they attend for our benefit, the watch companies participate with one objective: to sell ... and 2006 appears to have been a fabulous year.

BRIEFLY: Sept. 1

Read about what's happening in and around Plymouth.

Right at Home: Coming attractions in decor include the luxe and the loopy

A chandelier dripping with vintage silver flatware. An iPhone pouch that looks like a chocolate bar. From the luxe to the loopy, the New York International Gift Fair, held twice a year, features thousands of booths stocked with the newest furnishings, books, children's goods, jewelry and textiles.

Maine Antiques Festival Attracts Fresh Audience

:In this tiny inland village, about 200 antiques dealers gathered August 13–15, traveling from as far away as Iowa and Wisconsin to exhibit at Maine Antiques Festival.

Baker’s Country Style Auctions Fridays, Aug 20 & Aug 27 4770 Sunrise Hwy, Bohemia, NY

A weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.