Tequesta, FL -- Tim Luke, HGTV's Cash in the Attic and WPTV's What's It Worth host and local appraisal columnist , headlines a full weekend for antique and collectibles lovers August 15 th and 16 th at the Lighthouse Center for the Arts (LCA) in Tequesta.

The Appraisal Extravaganza kicks off with the Cash in the Attic Season Premier party Friday, August 15 th starting at 6:00pm. Tim will share a sneak peek of the new season's shows along with a fun-filled, behind-the-scenes look at unusual items from Cash in the Attic. Followed by a live auction with Tim as auctioneer, a number of unique experiences will be up for bidding including the opportunity to be an "Appraiser-for-a-Day", a VIP brunch with Tim at a magnificent antique filled home, "early bird" admission to the appraisal day on Saturday, a one-hour appraisal in your home, and the opportunity to have a piece appraised on-air during his What's it Worth TVnewscast. Advance reservations are required. Cost is $25 for LCA members and $35 for non-members which includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Call 561-746-3101.Open to the public on Saturday August 16 th, the Lighthouse Center will host What's It Worth Appraisal Day from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Former Director of Collectibles at Christie's, Luke will be joined by appraisal consultant and business partner Greg Strahm. Both are accredited by the International Society of Appraisers. New appraisers will join their team this year and will appraise up to three items per person. Cost is $20 per item, three items for $50. Please, no guns, knives, coins or stamps.

The Lighthouse Center for the Arts, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organizations, provides a bridge to the visual and performing arts for the community through unique collections, engaging exhibitions and cultural programs, a dynamic School of Art and diverse outreach activities. The Lighthouse Center has provided arts education and culture programs for northern Palm Beach and southern Martin County for over 44 years.

Summer hours are Monday-Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm with extended hours during special events such as the Appraisal Extravaganza Weekend. For more information, visit online at www.lighthousearts.org.