"Finders Keepers," the theme of this year's Sewickley Antiques Show, is important to keep in mind when finding any must-have antique: Buy it on the spot, because if you don't, you won't find it again. "When you look for antiques, it's a one-of-a-kind find that can be a showpiece in any room you choose," says Kristin Bordeau of Bell Acres, one of three co-chairwomen of the event. Bordeau says she likes to "mix it up" in her home, employing the eclectic look -- a current decorating trend. "We're trying to see if we can get younger people to come and see if anything inspires them," she says. "It's kind of like re-finding things" for a new generation, says co-chair Adrienne Donaldson of Edgeworth. Nine new dealers will be among the 27 who will be on hand Oct. 16-17 at the Edgeworth Club. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the charities of the Child Health Association of Sewickley, which annually raises funds for organizations that help children. Last year, the association raised more than $70,000, distributing the funds to organizations such as Big Brothers, Big Sisters; the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild; and Pittsburgh Musical Theater. "It draws people from all walks of life, who can think about what Child Health can do for the community," says Janet Kovac of Sewickley, president of the organization. "We take our money and give it all away." One positive note for this year's show is that the market for antiques seems to be coming back, says show manager Jack Squires of Jack Squires Antiques, Grove City. Squires is the father of this year's honorary chair, Lisa Deering, a former Child Health vice president who conceived the idea for the show a decade ago with fellow officer Carol Weir. "In the last two shows, we've done very well," Squires says of shows in New York and Ohio. "The big thing is, we've sold furniture. It looks to me like the business has turned the corner." A unique piece that will be offered for sale for the first time in decades will be "Winter Evening in Sewickley," a 1910 painting by John Fender, a charter member of Associated Artists of Pittsburgh. It features a view of the intersection of Broad and Beaver streets with the landmark steeple of Sewickley United Methodist Church in the background. For the first time, a rare book dealer, Kevin Ranson of Amherst, N.Y., will sell first editions, rare books and some rare prints, "so it's a totally new look" for the show, Squires says. Among the other new dealers will be: • Frank and Mary Ann Brandt of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, who will offer items with more of a country look. • Robert Burrows of Chapel Hill, N.C., who features "good prints and off-the-wall kinds of stuff," Squires says. • Paul Fischer Antiques of Indianapolis, who will sell "a wild assortment of small things." Returning will be local antique dealers, such as Michael Malley of East End Galleries and John Kroeck of Leetsdale. Co-chair Kirsten McCormack of Edgeworth said the preview party on Friday will feature several raffles, including the services of an antiques appraiser for a three-hour period, and a $250 gift certificate to the show. Squires says buyers are going back to the idea of buying a piece because it is beautiful, not because it's a good investment. And even neophytes can find something without spending a mint: Prices start at around $45 for a small 1900 cast-iron toy goat cart with its original paint intact, and range up into the thousands for larger and rarer items. Additional Information: 11th Annual Sewickley Antiques Show When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 16 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 17. Preview party, 6:30-9 p.m. Friday Admission: $10 for both days. Preview party, $65, includes admission to both days of the show Where: Edgeworth Club, 511 East Drive, Edgeworth Details: 412-741-2593 or website