Marian Posted February 25, 2019 Report Share Posted February 25, 2019 Who is coming to the Des Moines show last week of May and June 1st? Everyone is so helpful on this site. I would like to put a face with a name and meet in person if some of you are there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamrock Marbles Posted February 27, 2019 Report Share Posted February 27, 2019 Marian, Plan on going. Chad puts on a great show. There are many people that collect and sell marbles that do not post on chat boards. You will find many great people at shows that are willing to share their knowledge. It s nice for you to actually see and hold a marble to discuss and purchase (unlike online auctions). There are two presentation venues at most shows. During the week, people setup their marble collections and wares in their hotel room. It is fun to walk from room to room looking for that "something special". Then, at the end, everyone sets up in the hotel ballroom for an official show. Fewer things are on display, but it is a nice time to say your "good byes" and make one last purchase before hitting the road home. If you come to the KC show this weekend, you'll see many of the same faces at Des Moines. Bring a strong flashlight (hotel rooms are dark), a magnifying lens (for old eyes) and plastic calipers to measure (metal can scratch glass). The first show is very overwhelming. Each show gets easier as you meet people and get familiar with things. Wishing you the best, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Posted February 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2019 I'm so looking forward to it! Thank you for the tips! I know I wouldn't have thought of them with my excitement!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinx Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 I'll be there starting Wednesday night. My first Iowa Show since my grandmother died 7 years ago. She lived in Des Moines. I'll have lots of marbles in original packaging for sale. Hope to see lots of old friends there! Elizabeth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph Posted May 11, 2019 Report Share Posted May 11, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 I will be there Wednesday. This is the best vintage marble show IMO. Can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinx Posted May 21, 2019 Report Share Posted May 21, 2019 Howdy, Steph! ✌️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris94 Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 john, call me about the show. chris robinson, 563 663 3505 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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