The CORPS highly recommends subscriptions to two wonderful PIPE-related publications, that many of us enjoy on a regular basis…
PIPES and TOBACCOS Magazine : 3101 Poplarwood Court, Suite 115, Raleigh NC 27604 / 919 872-5040 / email: subscribe@pipesandtobaccosmagazine.com
NASPC (North American Society of Pipe Collectors): PO Box 9642, Columbus OH 43209 / email: NASPC@graphictouch.biz
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A Quick Guide to Upcoming Pipe Shows:
International Pipe Smoking Day (ISPD) – February 20, 2015February 20th has again been designated this year as International Pipe Smoking Day. Please click on http://www.IPSD.EU for more information regarding this event.As you will see there, the ISPD goal is simple and straight forward: pipe smokers around the globe will unite by lighting up together that day – to celebrate the noble art of pipe smoking and the close fraternity of briar lovers across all borders. A world wide communion of pipe smokers!
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St. Louis Pipe Show – February 28, 2015
The St. Louis Pipe Club will host the 27th annual Gateway Area Pipe Show and Swap on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Heart of St. Charles Banquet Center, 1410 S. Fifth St., St. Charles, MO 63301, 636.947.8270. For information contact Bob Callaway at 220 Pralle Lane, St. Charles, MO 63303; phone: 636.946.8555.
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NEW YORK PIPE SHOW March 7, 2015
22nd ANNUAL PIPE CONVENTION / Time: 10:00 AM / LOCATION: WYNDHAM (Formally the RAMADA) NEWARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HOTEL 1-973-824-4000 Parking is Free: Be sure to get a stamp or ticket at show or front desk. SPECIAL ROOM RATES: Ask the front desk about THE PIPE SHOW DISCOUNT. Rate Per Table: RETAILERS $85.00 (a) Paypal $89.00 COLLECTORS $70.00 (b) Paypal $74.00. Credit Cards, Click this Website for More information. CHECKS ONLY PAYABLE TO: RICHARD ESSERMAN, 238 AYCRIGG AVE, UNIT D, PASSAIC, NJ 07055 EMAIL for paypal resserman@unicefusa.org for information resserman@unicefusa.org or bigpipeguy@gmail.org . CONVENTION DIRECTORS: SAM BARNETT & RICH ESSERMAN
Details: TABLE RESERVATIONS REQUIRE FULL PAYMENT. NO TABLE CAN BE RESERVED OR GUARANTEED UNLESS FULL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. Please use resserman@unicefusa.org as the email for the paypal address to send money.
Note: The Hotel and Show complies with NJ State Smoking Regulations
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(TAPS) Raleigh Pipe Show – April 11, 2015
The Triangle Area Pipe Smokers (TAPS) will host the 18th annual TAPS Pipe and Tobacco Expo on Saturday, April
11th 2015, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds in the Governor James G. Martin Building, Raleigh, N.C. For more information contact TAPS at 919.848.0685; e-mail: www.tapsclub.us.
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Chicago Pipe Show – The Chicagoland Int’l Pipe & Tobacciana Show – May 2 & 3, 2015
Admission: $15 for one or both days
Pre-Show Dates: April 29, 30, May 1 (Wed, Thurs & Fri)
Show Dates: May 2 & 3 (Sat & Sun)
Post Show: May 4 (Mon)
The Chicagoland International Pipe & Tobacciana Show will be held May 2-3, 2015, at the Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 East Main St., St. Charles, IL 60174. Reservation telephone numbers are 800.999.3319 or 630.584.6300. Mention the show and receive a special room rate. For more information, contact Craig Cobine at Website for more information.
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Lohmar Pipe Show May 9, 2015
Time 1000-1700
Location: Villa Friedlinda, Bachstr 10 Lohmar Germany
Website: www.pfeifen-bier.de
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Kansas City Pipe and Tobacco Show
Friday – Sunday June 19 – 21, 2015
Featuring American Pipe Makers and the 6th Annual Carver’s Contest
Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa
777 N.W. Argosy Casino Pkwy
Riverside, MO 64150
913.451.6100
To get room price of $139, please tell reservations that you are with our group: GKCPC – Greater Kansas City Pipe Club
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North American Society Of Pipe Collectors – 2015 Swap/Sell Pipe Show
9am to 5 pm Friday & Saturday August 28-29, 2015 – Free to the Public
Crowne Plaza Hotel
600 Metro Place North, Dublin, OH 43017
614-764-2200 or 866-372-5566
Mention the NASPC Pipe Show for a special rate.
Exit 17A off 270 onto 161. Turn right onto Frantz Rd. Second light is Metro Place North.
Dealer Tables, Individuals, Smoke Shops, Pipe Makers. Browsing Encouraged! Bargains Abound! NASPC Fund-Raising raffle throughout the day. Dozens of great prizes, including many fine pipes! Tickets $1.00. Need not be present to win.
If you’re interested in any aspect of pipe smoking, or pipe collecting, don’t miss this show! Come to shop or talk pipes, tobacco and accessories with friendly, knowledgeable people! Table Fees: $60.00. First come, first served.
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Music City Pipe Show
September 19th, 2015 (Not yet confirmed)
Nashville, TN
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New Orleans Pipe Show
October 2 – 4, 2015
Time: 9am – 5pm
Location: Harrah’s Casino – Masquerade Nightclub 228 Poydreas St., New Orleans, LA 70130. Phone 504-533-6000
Details: http://www.nolapipeshow.com/
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Speyer Pipe Show Oct 17, 2015
Time 1000-1700
Location: Adigienhaus der Kirchengemeinde St. Joseph Gilgenstr 17 Speyer
Website: http://www.bernd-schlosser.com/Pfeifenmesse_2014/pfeifenmesse_2014.html
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7th Annual 2014 West Coast Pipe Show
Nov. 7-8, 2015
Palace Station
Las Vegas, NV
The 7th annual West Coast Pipe Show will be held Nov. 7-8, 2015, at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino. For West Coast Pipe Show room rates, contact the Palace Station Hotel & Casino at 800.634.3101; website: www.westcoastpipeshow.com
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