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Tired of going through Beanie Babies, Comics, Coins,  Pokemon/Magic cards at shows?   Want to see just great sports collectibles - both current and vintage.   Then THIS is the show you need to attend.  This show offers a great opportunity for collectors to bring in items to sell or trade. Dealers can also give you an idea of the value of your items.  

There will be 43 tables. As usual, there will be a lot of older memorabilia dealers. This is not your typical show. In fact, this is the best show in the state for older material from a wide variety of sports. We have the nation's longest running annual show. This show is hosted by collectors for collectors. 

 Remember, this is the Show that true collectors and dealers, wait all year for.

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2011 Winter Show update

as of October 5, 2011

Show Location:

MERIDIAN PARK SCHOOL
 IN SHORELINE, WASHINGTON

For more information, see the Dealer Info section of this web site

November 12/13, 2011

9 AM to 5 PM on Saturday
9 AM to 3 PM on Sunday

Tired of going through Beanie Babies, Comics, Coins,  Pokemon/Magic cards at shows?   Want to see just great sports collectibles - both current and vintage.   Then THIS is a show you need to attend.  This show offers a great opportunity for collectors to bring in items to sell or trade. Dealers can also give you an idea of the value of your items.  

There will be 43 tables. As usual, there will be a lot of older memorabilia dealers. This is not your typical show. In fact, this is the best show in the state for older material from a wide variety of sports. We also have the nation's longest running annual Summer show, held on the weekend after Memorial Day. Both shows are hosted by collectors for collectors by the Washington State Sports Collectors Association. 

Daily Admission is $2.00 for Adults, Children under 7 years, Free.

for further information

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or call: 206.914.1614

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• "Are you the same group that use to be at the Seattle Center?"
  Yes! From 1973 through 2006, the Washington State Sports Collectors Association held their Annual Conventions, primarily at the Seattle Center. We were located in the old Flag Pavilion, until 2000, when demolition forced us to move to the Snoqualmie room. In 2006, our last year at the Center, we were located in the Rainier room.

• "So why did you move to Shoreline?"
  After years of discussion, fact-finding and exploration, the decision was made to move to Meridian Park Elementary School, in June of 2007. The primary reason was free and readily, accessible parking for our customers and dealers. Just minutes off of Interstate 5, Exit 176, the School is easy to find and sits at a major intersection, 175th and Meridian Avenue North. Another major consideration was the reduction in operating expenses. We have been able to pass these savings along to both our customers, and dealers, in the way of lower admission and table fees.

• "Are there any plans to move the Shows to a different, larger location?"
  At this point, no. As mentioned earlier, a lot of time, thought, effort and discussion was behind our moving to Meridian Park Elementary School. The six major considerations, in picking a site, for our Conventions were, and continue to be: 1. Site availability - can we get the dates we want?; 2. Cost; 3. Location; 4. Free, ample and accessible parking; 5. Easy accessibility for our Dealers and Customers; 6. Facility staff, and management, that are easy to work with.
  It is no secret that the Hobby, and our Conventions, have been drastically downsized over the past years. The location of our events adequately answers a resounding yes! to all of the major considerations.  The size of the room easily handles the current demand for Dealer tables. It is very "user friendly."

• "How do you determine when the Summer Convention is held?"
  Since 2000, the Summer Convention has been held the weekend after Memorial Day.

• "Why don't you have autograph guests anymore?"
  Unfortunately, most autograph guests have priced themselves out of our range. Another problem was scheduling them and the additional work needed to coordinate their appearance. Since 2000, we have decided to concentrate our efforts on putting on a Show that features the BEST in Sports Cards and Memorabilia, while being affordable to our Dealers and Customers.  We were lucky enough to obtain the services of Golden Tate, Seattle Seahawks rookie receiver, for our recent 2010 Summer show. There is a possibility that we may have other autograph guests at our upcoming Winter and Summer events. Keep checking our web site for future announcements.

• "So what's the deal with the Merchandise Gift Certificates?
  This is just one of the ways that W.S.S.C.A. gives back to it's Customers, and Dealers, for their loyal support of our Club and Conventions. Instead of spending this money on autograph guests and/or additional print advertising, we have decided to put this money back into "circulation." Besides, everyone likes to win something! This year, we will be distributing $600.00, in Show Merchandise Gift Certificates, over the two days.

• "Why do you charge an Admission fee?"
  Since 2007, our Admission fee has been $2.00 daily, with Children under 7 years of age, free. Although a small part of our Operating Income, we do have expenses that need to be offset. We operate our Conventions on a "Break Even" budget. Major expenses include: Advertising, including ads in the Seattle Times and Tacoma News Tribune, room and equipment rental and security.
  This low fee acts as a "gate keeper" in helping to make sure that our Convention room is filled with those people that truly want to be there.

• "Are you the same group that puts on the monthly School shows at Shoreline?"
  No, those shows are promoted and run by Ron Oakden, of Twin Oaks Shows. Ron is a long-time, respected member of the Washington State Sports Collectors Association. He contracts with us to provide equipment and security for our two Shows. In addition, he and his wife Donna, are in charge of providing food and snacks at our Conventions. Don't miss out on her chocolate chip cookies!  Ron also runs the new shows at the Algona-Pacific (Auburn) Super Mall and Factoria Mall and Jantzen Beach, in Portland, Oregon.

• "Can I bring items to sell at the Convention?"
  Yes, within certain guidelines. Many of our Dealers look forward to potentially purchasing what we call "walk-in" material. For the price of admission, you are welcome to bring your Sports Cards and Collectibles, and show them to the Dealers who will be set up. Our Dealers are independent contractors who have paid for the right to set up at our Show and buy, sell and trade. You are NOT allowed to solicit other customers, in an attempt to sell your items.

• "I hear there's nothing but "old stuff" at your Conventions?"
  Wrong!!! We will have a number of tables full of the latest sports cards products. We also have some hobby supplies for your collecting needs. Although our reputation has long been built on vintage material, we pride ourselves in providing a great mix of both old and new items. Because we limit our Dealer's table content to nothing but Sports Cards and Collectibles, you won't have to wade through Beanie Babies, Pokemon, Magic Cards, Coins or Comic Books. (For a complete, up-to-date listing of the Dealers that will be setting up, and what they will be bringing and looking to buy, see Dealer Profiles.)

• "Will there be any Professional Graders or Appraisers at your Show?"
  No, but we will have 25 Dealers available for you to talk to about your Collectibles.

• "Do you promote any other Shows throughout the year?"
  Yes. Since 2007, we have promoted a Winter Show, held at the same location, normally the first part of November.  The 2011 Show will be held on November 12th & 13th, 2011.

• "Are there any tables available?"
  Normally, all 43 eight-foot tables are sold well in advance of the Conventions. Because of the popularity and reputation of our Shows, getting a table is tough, but not impossible. Some of our Dealers have been setting up with us for well over 25 years! 
  To be placed on a waiting list, for the Summer or Winter shows, 
  contact Andrew Jerome at: 206.914.1614. Price per table, if available, is $100.00.

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