Tent camp closure looming

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

A 350-bed tent camp that houses farm workers in East Wenatchee, Wash., is set to close next year, but officials have not yet created new on-farm housing to replace it, the Associated Press reports. Commissioners in Douglas County have said they would consider keeping the tent camp open beyond its fi…
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Trend update: Arabian theme resources available

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Traditional event themes may be too cheesy or boring for today’s clients, but the hottest themes are gaining in popularity. Harness the glitter of Arabian nights or the heat of desert days for your adventurous clients. A new site, www.moroccanthemeparties.com, offers the Dallas event industry …
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New brand for Pittsburgh firm

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Pittsburgh Party and Tent Rental has changed its name to PartySavvy. President Dan Skena said the company’s new identity is intended to create a consistent brand and image and set the company apart from its competitors. “It had become obvious to me that we needed a clear, consistent bran…
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Dome shelter passes weather tests

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

The Base-X model 8D36 Dome Shelter has passed rigorous extreme weather and durability testing at the Aberdeen Test Center in Maryland. The testing included a snow load of 10 pounds per square foot and a wind test at 55 mph with gusts of 65 mph. In addition, the tent withstood 2 inches per hour of &h…
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Local ordinance bans air-inflated structures

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Village trustees in Channahon, Ill., have introduced a new ban on air-inflated and air-supported structures, after a resident installed an air dome over his swimming pool, the Herald News reports. Last summer, resident Dusty Cullen put an air-filled dome over his backyard swimming pool, in an effort…
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Kirby Rental Service & Sales purchased

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Paul Weidner and Robert Picerne have purchased Kirby Rental Service & Sales in Florida. Weidner is president of Kirby and Picerne is a principal of the Picerne Real Estate Group of Warwick, R.I. Prior owner Dick Browne is retiring. Visit www.kirbytent.com.
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BBJ Linen appoints director of national accounts

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Kevin Brant has been appointed as the new director of national accounts for BBJ Linen. Visit www.bbjlinen.com.
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Classic Party Rentals acquires four companies

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Classic Party Rentals has acquired four more companies: Fiesta Rentals in West Palm Beach, Fla.; Grand Events & Party Rentals in Memphis and Nashville, Tenn.; Festive Fare in Charlottesville, Va.; and Party Showcase in Raleigh, N.C. Visit www.classicpartyrentals.com.
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Firm acquires Signature Fencing and Flooring Systems

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Private equity firm Dubin Clark Co. has acquired Signature Fencing and Flooring Systems. Dubin Clark is based in Greenwich, Conn. Visit www.signaturefencing.com.
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Event Source appoints new account executive

October 1, 2007  |  Industry News

Candace Conner has been appointed as a new account executive for Event Source in Cleveland, Ohio. Visit www.eventsource.net.
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