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Woo hoo! Amazing prizes available to all of you who pledge in our 4th Annual Birthday Party Pledge Drive, including:

From Greg Lawler at the Art Fair Sourcebook:

2013 + 2014 Online Subscriptio n w/Diamond Upgrade     Regional Editions  Value $278/Calendar Year from Greg Lawler More info: http://artfairsourcebook.com/about-us/art-show-craft-fair-book.html

From Amy Amdur of Amdur Productions:

Free booth space at the Gold Coast Art Fair Chicago, IL - June 29 & 30 Value $595 from Amy Amdur www.AmdurProductions.com

From Steve Sawusch at TPT Pro:

20”x30” Canvas Gallery Wrap in Float Frame  includes shipping Retail Value $294.95, Pro Value $238.95 Have your favorite image or best seller printed on canvas and finished with a beautiful float frame by TPT Pro. from Steve Sawusch -  http://www.tptpro.com/

From Carol Miller:

Leather messenger bag Perfect for travel, work and school. 13.5" wide, zip top closure, back outside zip pocket, fully lined inner zip pocket; strap is 2.75" wide and 49" long adjustable strap                 Retail value $195.00                  From Carol S. Miller              www.carolsmillerhangbags.com

From Larry Berman:

Imaging services worth $140 from Larry Berman www.BermanGraphics.com

From the Broad Ripple Art Fair:

From Richard & Joanna Rothbard:

Free booth space at Berkshires Arts Festival - 2 dates Great Barrington, MA  July 4-6 & July 12-14 Value from $495 from Richard & Joanna Rothbard www.AmericanArtMarketing.com

From Scott Fox:

From ACT Insurance:

$100 Amazon gift card for your art & craft needs from www.Actinspro.com Insurance for art & craft shows & festivals

From Susan Sharps:

Burnt Floral Clutch with Rhinestone Button This unique clutch, made from a placemat, is a perfect addition to your spring wardrobe. This cotton clutch measures 10 x 13" and is lined with a burnt orange recycled cotton. Velcro closure, interior pocket and gorgeous rhinestone button accent round out this cute clutch.  $18.00 from Susan Sharps For other beautiful things: www.etsy.com/shop/Pinoodles

Click here for more prizes and learn how to win: http://www.artfaircalendar.com/art_fair/pledgedrive.html

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Join us for the 3rd Annual Happy Birthday Celebration Show on May 23 at 6 pm ET.

Wednesday, May 23, at 6 pm ET, Connie and her son Scott will be hosting the birthday party show, talking about the art fair business and sharing insider secrets, "What Show Directors Don't Want You to Know". Call in live with your questions and wish Connie and AFI a happy birthday.

You can listen here and call in:  (805) 243-1338

Connie and Scott will be deciphering how to make a living at the nation's fine art fairs and discussing these important life questions:

• I was blackballed at my favorite show
• That show director hates me
• Someone has to die before I can get into Old Town
• Why sleeping in your van might not be a good idea
• What your art fair neighbor really thinks about you

We'll also be drawing names to award the great prizesdonated to us by our friends: free art fair booths, free consulting, Amazon gift card, paintings, fine crafts, jewelry, books, etc...

If you haven't pledged yet (pledges start at only $12) do it now to be entered in the drawing!

Here's the best part. This will be live and we want you to call us, tell us your art fair stories and ask your questions and give a shout out to your favorite parts of our business.