Picking in Iowa

“American Pickers” television star Mike Wolfe, owner of Antique Archaeology in LeClaire and host of the History Channel television show, was in Winnebago County Thursday afternoon along with co-host Frank Fritz to make a deal with collector Denny Hill at his barn northwest of Lake Mills.

The crew also traveled to Thompson to see more of Hill’s collection and made a purchase in Lake Mills.

In between deals, Wolfe took time to meet with fans for photos as word that the crew was in town traveled quickly and a crowd gathered. Producers of the show said there will be footage from Hill’s farm on an episode of the show that is expected to air sometime in the late fall.

Hill said it was an honor to have the American Pickers show an interest in his collections.

— By Emilie Nelson, Forest City Summit/Britt News-Tribune

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“Looking for Amatuer ‘American Pickers.’ $$$ COMPTE TO WIN BIG $$$$

“Looking for Amatuer ‘American Pickers.’ $$$ COMPTE TO WIN BIG $$$$

 The producers of the hit TV show “American Pickers” are doing a new show for the History Channel. We’re looking for America’s best amateur pickers to compete for the title of  “Top Collector!”  We are seeking picking partners (husband/wife, friends, father/son, etc) who are fun, knowledgeable and passionate about collecting. Do you spot the hidden treasurers that others miss? Do you know how to flip items for profit? Do you pick better than everyone you know?”

They’re looking for people who collect such things as classic cars, motorcyles and scooters, coin-operated machines, antiquie casino equipment, circus, carnival, TV or movie memorabilia, military and Civil War items, cast iron or antique toys.

“To apply, email Jennifer Styker here ASAP with a description of you and your picking partner, your area(s) of expertise, your phone numbers and a recent photo, or call Jennifer at (646) 873-6528.”

Mike Wolfe is now a Nashville song writer...

Most people know Mike Wolfe as a History Channel reality star on American Pickers, a show that chronicles Wolfe’s escapades hunting down antique treasures on the back roads of America. Now, after buying a home in the area and opening a store Antique Archeology in Nashville, he’s adding another line to his resume — songwriter.

Songwriter Linda Dyer introduced Wolfe to producer Brian Ahern and Ahern thought up the project “Music to Pick By.” Wolfe mentioned he was a fan of Dale Watson and Ahern brought the two together for a writing session and four hours later the pair had written three songs. Wolfe has since signed with BMI.

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'American Pickers' show tonight features Pensacola | Pensacola News Journal | pnj.com

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'American Pickers' star Mike Wolfe to make local Goodwill appearances

Mike Wolfe, the star of the History Channel’s “American Pickers” will meet and greet shoppers – and scrounge around for good finds – at two new Goodwill locations.

Wolfe will make two appearances at recently-opened Chicagoland stores July 23.

From 10 a.m. to noon, he will be at the Arlington Heights south store, 900 W. Algonquin Road; and from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., he will make an appearance at the Woodridge location, 8615 Woodward Ave.

KISS and American Pickers

Kiss and “American Pickers”: A star-studded night for local couple

By Kathryn Rem

It was a double bill of celebrities Monday (July 18) for Beth and Dave Packer of Virden.

As they were sitting in Bennigan’s having cocktails before the Kiss concert at the Prairie Capital Convention Center, they recognized Frank Fritz, one of the hosts of the TV show “American Pickers.”
“He drove four hours from Iowa to come to the show. We talked to him for a short time, had a picture taken with him (above, Fritz in center) and then he was off after people started to recognize who he was,” the Packers wrote.

On the  History Channel’s “American Pickers,” Fritz hits the back roads of America, earning his living by restoring forgotten relics to former glory.

And speaking of glory, the Packers report they could have rock ‘n’ rolled all night with Kiss, one of their favorite bands.