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Going antique shopping is kind of like going on a treasure hunt. Whether you are just looking for a bargain or trying to redo your entire home, antique shopping is a great way to start. This Sunday Old Town Clovis will the place to be! This event is a joining of two popular Clovis events – Antiques Fair and Glorious Junk Days. That means the streets will be filed with all things Antique & Vintage and select hand Crafted Treasures. The British Car Roundup will also have cars from England on display – You can find them on Bullard between Pollasky and Woodworth.The Clovis Antiques & Vintage Market startsSunday at 8:00am and goes until 4:00pm in Old Town Clovis. 

Shopping at antique stores is a great way to furnish your home in vintage style, but these stores can be confusing for first-time antique shoppers.

Here are some tips when purchasing antiques.

1. Know the jargon. Understand the terms that antiques dealers use. By law, anything labeled as an antique must be at least 100 years old. Vintage collectibles are at least 50 years old.

2. Stick with a style. Identify your own needs and desires when it comes to antiques. If you’re trying to furnish an older home, decide what style would best suit the architecture.

3. Use a price guide. Learn how to use a price guide before you head to the shop. These guides can help you identify specific pieces and determine the price range in which they’re normally sold.

4. Ask questions. Ask the shop owner or manager if he or she specializes in particular styles or types of antiques before you start exploring the store. The more knowledge and education the seller has, the more likely that person has priced the pieces appropriately.

5. Examine the piece. Consider the condition of the piece you are interested in. Price guides can tell you the ideal price, but wear and tear can bring down the price considerably. Look for both normal wear, such as areas rubbed down by everyday use, and more severe damage, such as chips or cracks that have occurred accidentally.

6. Haggle smartly. If you notice flaws, politely ask for a discount on the piece. Not all sellers will agree, but if you point out specific reasons why the piece should cost less than a standard price guide states, you might get a bargain. Don’t insult the store owner or claim that something is not genuine to try to get a deal.

7. Get it in writing. Before you pay for your new antique, ask the owner about the store’s return policy. Get a written receipt that describes the item and its condition.

8. Get it delivered. Ask about delivery options before you finalize the sale. Some shops offer free delivery for large pieces, whereas others may throw it in as a perk if you are buying more than one item.

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Los Panchos Mexican restaurant located on the northeast corner of Fulton and Tulare in Downtown Fresno has done some really innovative things under their roof in the past year. Their beautifully remodeled tequila bar has hosted an ongoing pop-up (prior to COVID closures) for Quail State, the upcoming rooftop bar going in on the top floor of the Pacific Southwest building. And now, as of this month, Los Panchos is also serving as home to Fresno’s newest coffee shop, the Frida Café. Our resident coffee lover, Natali, checked it out- click the pic above to read all about her visit!

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