The New York Gift Week and
The New York Home Textiles Market Week^®
at 7 W New York^™
August 15–21, 2008

Introducing
One of a Kind Wholesale Show™ NYC, August 16–19

August 15–21
Friday	9 a.m.–5 p.m.	7 W Exclusive Shop Early Day
Saturday	9 a.m.–7 p.m.	Shop Late!		Opens at 10 a.m.
Sunday	9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Monday	9 a.m.–8 p.m.	Shop Late!
Tuesday	9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday	9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday	9 a.m.–5 p.m.

FRIDAY • AUGUST 15

Exclusive Shop Early Day • 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Attendees can get a jump on all that the building has to offer with an extra, exclusive shopping day.

International Buyers—Take advantage of showroom specials, raffles, giveaways and specialty refreshments. Your special day is co-sponsored by the 7 W Exhibitors Association.

Saturday • AUGUST 16

One of a Kind Wholesale Show™ NYC Meet the Artists Champagne Toast • 10:30 a.m.
Mix and mingle with the One of a Kind artists, artisans and designers showcasing their unique products at this NYC launch.

Oasis Day Spa • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cool down with a complimentary chair massage.

Saturday Night at 7 W • 5–7 p.m.
Start the evening at a special One of a Kind Artisan Reception on the 11th floor and continue shopping the permanent suites while enjoying beer, wine and snacks throughout the building.

ANKASA Open House—Home Textiles Market Week® Reception • 7–9 p.m.
135 East 65th Street, New York City
Join House Beautiful, George Little Management, 230 Fifth Avenue and 7 W New York for an after-hours “Open House” at the ANKASA flagship store, one of New York City’s most unique fusions of luxe, clean and contemporary accessories, textiles and furniture.
Click here to R.S.V.P.

Sunday • AUGUST 17

Retail Excellence Awards • 6–10 p.m.
Join 7 W New York and Gifts & Decorative Accessories in celebrating the 57th Annual Retailer Excellence Awards, on Sunday, August 17, at New York City’s renowned Marriott Marquis overlooking Times Square. REA tickets cost $150 each, including cocktails, dinner and the awards ceremony, and are available through giftsanddec.com.

Monday • AUGUST 18

Oasis Day Spa •10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cool down with a complimentary chair massage.

In Suite Designer Details
Meet the designers and artists who create the product your customers crave. Learn their design secrets as their share their inspiration and merchandising ideas.

		Italian Holidays • VIETRI, Suite 707 • 9:30–10:30 a.m. Experience a new lifestyle event, Italian Holidays with Susan Gravely, as she discusses how to easily and successfully host an event of your own. Plus she will also share “best tips” for VIETRI Bridal Events. After each presentation, join in a toast to VIETRI’s 25 years.
		Girls Night Out • Midwest, Suite 500 • 3-8 p.m. Get ready for a night of fun, food, drinks, prizes, gifts and more as Midwest hosts the first Girls Night Out starring nationally known artist and author, Suzy Toronto. The event kicks off the hot new collection of Wonderful Wacky Women designed by Suzy, who will be there live in person to get the celebration started! Retailers will also receive a personalized gift, get event ideas and tips, and be entered to win a Suzy Toronto event kit to use in their stores.
		Cocktail Celebration • Arte Italica, Suite 900 • 3–8 p.m. Join Arte Italica for cocktails celebrating the launch of “Bellabianca”, a beautiful white collection of handmade artisan glazed dinnerware.
		“Tails from Tanzania” • The Zrike Company, Suite 704 • 5–7 p.m. Come meet and greet the renowned wildlife Artist Lynn Chase as she takes you on an exploration safari of Africa’s east coast. See her new wildlife pattern from the Lynn Chase Atelier Collection, "Tanzania" and enjoy refreshments.

 

ALL ELEVEN FLOORS • 5–8 PM 7 W is the hottest place to be on Monday night during Gift Week. Enjoy island rhythms and a tropical drink in the lobby before heading off to shop the Suites that show the most sizzling product available anywhere. Circulate all eleven floors for cocktails and appetizers and enter to win an Island Getaway Vacation for two, valued at $2,500.** Click here to R.S.V.P.

** No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Odds depend on number of applicants who participate. Retail value of prize $2,500. Participants may enter by dropping their business cards in the glass bowls located on each gift fl oor or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to “7W Giveaway”, c/o Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc., Marketing Department, 7 West 34th Street, New York, New York, 10001. All mail entries must be received by August 18, 2008 for participation. Rules are available upon request.

AmenitieS

	34th Street Café Complimentary Coffee • All day, every day Complimentary Buyers’ Lunch • Noon–2 p.m. • Keep up your stamina with our complimentary lunches Friday, August 15 • Saturday, August 16 • Tuesday, August 19 • Wednesday, August 20 Sponsored by:
	Club 7 W—Buyers’ Lounge • Phone, fax and Internet access • Library of industry periodicals • Parking, commuter and taxi rebate desk • Complimentary coffee and bottled water

Complimentary Transportation between Show Venues

Let the 7 W Travel Ambassadors help you get back and forth with ease. Visit them at 7 W New York, the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center or Piers 92/94 for assistance and information.

	Trolley Transport from the Jacob K. Javits Center Take a lucky ride to 7 W on any trolley Saturday and Sunday, and get a lucky lottery ticket for your chance to hit the jackpot! Sponsored by August 16–21 Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Thursday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
	Luxury Limos from The Passenger Ship Terminal Piers/Piers 92/94 Sponsored by August 16–20 Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
	Other Options NYC Bus–M34 (34th Street Crosstown Bus); walk—less than a 20 minute stroll across 34th Street; or taxi from anywhere—rebates are available for your ride to 7 W

Click here to make travel plans, including valuable discounts.