Every four years, there is an extra day to the calendar in the form of Feb. 29, also known as Leap Day. Put simply, these additional 24 hours are built into the calendar to ensure that it stays in line with the earths movement around the sun. This year, 2020 is a leap year, thus February will have an extra day for antiquing. The January sales display at the Historic Burlington Antique and Art Emporium was very successful, and the dealers are extending the 15- to 20-percent winter sale until the end of February. During the cold days of winter, the Emporium is a great destination for antiques, art and collectibles. The Emporium is a 14,000-square-foot building housing 50 individual booths and 65-plus cases where shoppers can search for antiques from the early 1800s to the collectibles of today. February is filled with unique holidays, the third Monday of the month will be a day for the American presidents, while the second day of the month, the groundhog will predict an early spring or another six weeks of winter. The celebration of Mardi Gras starts on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 25, and the most romantic day of the year falls on Friday, Feb. 14, Valentines Day. The entire month of February is celebrated as American Heart Month, Black History Month, and National Wedding Month. The Emporium sales display case will be filled with items celebrating the holidays of the month, including hearts and flowers for that special someone. The Emporium, located at 424 High St., Burlington City, N.J., is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours on Thursdays until 7 p.m. The 65 Emporium dealers are always adding new items to their inventory, and with Valentines Day rapidly approaching, the Emporium offers great gift ideas for that special day. The coffee pot is always on, and complimentary snacks are offered. Find the Emporium on the web or Facebook or call 609-747-8333 for directions. Happy antiquing!