February 8, 2007

Already the Industry Leader, Classic Party Rentals Expands Its Presence Throughout California’s Central Coast

El Segundo, CA – Classic Party Rentals, the largest and most comprehensive event rental company in the U.S., has acquired Parties a la Carte, the party rental division of Buellton, California-based Valley Tool Rental. The acquisition furthers Classic Party Rentals strategic growth in the event rental industry and expands its operational presence into the Santa Ynez Valley.

Parties a la Carte has been an event rental industry leader in Santa Barbara County for the last 16 years. Founded by Joy and Steve Sawin, Parties a la Carte was an early pioneer and supporter of special events from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles, providing high-quality event rentals for prestigious clients including UC Santa Barbara, Gainey Winery, Wine Cask, Plemmons and Ono Catering.

Classic Party Rentals plans to relocate Parties a la Carte to a newly constructed facility in Buellton. The Sawins will continue to work with Classic as consultants at the new location.

Classic Party Rentals’ extensive event rental network – which includes 17 locations nationwide – now has two locations in California’s Central Coast region, including a main showroom and warehouse in Carpinteria and a showroom in downtown Santa Barbara. Classic is a supporter of many local organizations, including the Vintners Association, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, The Santa Ynez Family School, The Solvang Theaterfest , Girls, Inc., Storytellers, the Boys & Girls Club and Transition House.

“Our exciting growth – and the addition of a new facility within the Santa Ynez Valley – continues to reaffirm our commitment to California’s Central Coast, which is an important regional market in the event rental industry,” said John Campanelli, CEO of Classic Party Rentals. “Along with the Parties a la Carte team, Classic Party Rentals shares a passion for helping others create lifelong memories through unforgettable special events. We are extremely excited to begin working with more customers throughout this region.”

Added Steve Sawin, “Classic Party Rentals was the only event rental outlet to which I would consider selling Parties a la Carte. Classic has continually proven its commitment to excellent customer service, great career opportunities and community outreach. Our clients, partners and employees are in good hands with Classic, and I will stay on to ensure a smooth transition.”

About Classic Party Rentals

Classic Party Rentals is the nation’s leading full service event rental company. The Classic network supports a wide range of events, including the most basic table and chair rental order to high-profile Hollywood awards shows, premieres, celebrity weddings, charity events, and intimate private affairs, as well as a wide range of national events, including automobile product road shows, golf tournaments, auto racing events and professional tennis events. Classic offers a broad inventory of china, glassware, flatware, linens, designer furniture, tables, chairs, and kitchen equipment, and is also a leading nationwide provider of tents, clear span structures, power, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and sub-flooring.

Classic Party Rentals is ranked number-one by the Zagat Survey as the “highest rated of the major party rental sources.” Classic Party Rentals is also a multiple winner of the prestigious Special Events Gala Award – the industry’s highest honor. Classic Party Rentals continues to grow; adding Atlanta Party Plus and Carolina Party Plus to its network of locations that now includes Southern California offices and warehouse in El Segundo, Santa Barbara, Culver City, Orange County, San Diego, and Palm Desert; Northern California offices and warehouses in San Francisco, Modesto, and Sacramento; Tri-Rentals locations in Phoenix, Arizona and Albuquerque, New Mexico; Ducky-Bob’s Party & Tent Rentals in Dallas, Texas. Unique Tabletop Rentals, Classic Tents, and Prime Event Group all service the nationwide rental market. For more information, please visit www.classicpartyrentals.com.

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