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The Toy Association Postpones Toy Fair Dallas Until 2022

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The Press Release:
In response to challenges posed by the Delta variant of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Toy Association has announced the official postponement of Toy Fair Dallas, which was planned to take place October 5 to 7. It is anticipated new dates in 2022 will be secured at the Dallas Market Center.

“While our exhibitors and hundreds of retail buyers were looking forward to coming back together in person this fall, the health and safety of the greater toy community remains The Toy Association’s number one priority,” said Steve Pasierb, president & CEO of The Toy Association. “In the interim, we remain committed to the ‘possible’ and continue to focus our efforts on providing retail buyers and toymakers with effective ways to connect and do business.”
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Specialty Food Association Cancels 2021 Summer Fancy Food Show

Over the last couple of weeks the Media Command HQ has sadly announced the postponement of both the NY Luxury Design Fair and the New York International Auto Show and just a short time ago the Specialty Food Association announced the cancellation of the in-person “Summer Fancy Food Show”. Read more down below.

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The Press Release:
The Specialty Food Association’s Fancy Food Show 2021, the in-person component of the planned dual Fancy Food Show 2021 and Fancy Food 24/7, has been canceled. Fancy Food 24/7, the digital component of the show, will run as planned from September 27 through October 8.

With the increasing concerns about the Delta variant, it was decided that the in-person component of the show should be canceled for the health and safety of all show participants.
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The Summer Fancy Food Show Returns This September

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The Press Release:
The Fancy Food Show is Back at Javits! Food makers and innovators are looking for you as they grow their networks and get back to in-person selling. Come meet them face-to-face and discover the specialty foods you’ve been craving at Fancy Food Show 2021.

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Given your proximity to New York City, travel options are plentiful and increasingly safe. You’ve likely heard the good news that as of June 15, nearly all of New York state-mandated restrictions on businesses and social gatherings have been lifted. It’s a great time to be back in the City and get back to business!
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NY NOW Announces Relaunch and Reveals New Brand Identity

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The Press Release:
NY NOW®, today’s wholesale market for tomorrow’s retail world, where brands, buyers and designers gather to connect and discover a world of inspiration, is thrilled to unveil a new brand identity and plans for an enhanced on-site experience as it prepares to welcome vendors, buyers and media back in-person at the Jacob K. Javits Center on August 8-11, 2021. Designed in collaboration with globally renowned design studio Pentagram and recently appointed Creative Director Brad Ford, NY NOW’s new branding debuts today across all digital channels, capturing the energy, excitement and variety of the event while signifying the evolution of the gift and home industry, and reopening of New York City’s businesses.

“NY NOW is a timeless brand and truly a landmark event with a long-standing history of bringing products, people and ideas from around the world together to connect, discover and be inspired – creating a unique destination for discovery and generation of commerce for the industry. As we all recover from the pandemic, we are seeing all markets come back smaller; but, as the first event to run at the Javits Center upon its reopening, we noticed an opportunity to reset and create an experience that heightens the sense of possibility, surprise and excitement – all while celebrating the reopening of New York City.” says Tim Hart, SVP of NY NOW. “We have worked closely with Brad and Pentagram to develop and deliver an incredible new brand identity for NY NOW, and we are thrilled to unveil it to our community and welcome them back for an enhanced experience at this year’s event.”
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Summer Fancy Food Show Moves to September 2021

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The Press Release:
After an extensive evaluation, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) is pleased to announce that our Summer Fancy Food Show will move to September 27-29, 2021 and will still be held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City.

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After surveying buyers and consulting with SFA members, New York City and State officials, the Javits Center, and health experts to gauge the safety and viability of moving forward with a live event, we have determined that a modified, late third-quarter Fancy Food Show has the best chance of success in a safe environment.
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