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  There are a variety of trade shows for families, businessmen and hobbyists to attend near Rosemont, Illinois. Most of them are held in the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Some of the trade shows that attendees can expect to see include technology expos, jewelry and fashion shows, fishing and hunting expos and business production.
  
  

LabelExpo Americas

• The Label Expo Americas is held during the month of September in Chicago (approximately 30 minutes away from Rosemont) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. It features industries such as label, product decoration and Web printing. Some of the products that are typically seen at the expo are label converters, packaging printers, in-line decoration systems and general printers.
  
  

Jewelry Fashion and Accessories Show

• The Jewelry Fashion and Accessories show is held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center during the months of July and October. It showcases jewelry and accessories that are part of the current trend as well as classic pieces too. Products will feature both retail and wholesale prices. Types of purchasable jewelry that will be available will be gold, pearl, sterling silver, magnetic jewelry and gold and silver plated. Accessories and fashion will include gloves, hats, scarves, cosmetics, hair accessories, leather jackets, furs and spa products.
  
  

Americas Outdoor Show

• The Americas Outdoor Show is popular for showcasing fishing and hunting products. It is one of the largest consumer fishing events in the Chicago area. Products available include hunting and fishing gear, outdoor vacation planning, RV's, ATVs and boats. There are also demonstrations, educational seminars and family entertainment. The Americas Outdoor Show is located at the Stephens Convention Center during the month of January.
  
  

Assembly and Automation Technology Expo

• The Assembly and Automation Technology Expo features robotics, control software, drives, motion control and custom automation systems. It showcases some of the newest products in technology for the first time on its show floor. The expo explains how to use some of the latest technology for quicker more efficient processing at less cost. Areas of expertise that supplier/consumer products range from include aerospace/defense, industrial products, medical/pharmaceutical, telecom and electronics. The expo is in September at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.