pvwtoys
08-27-2008, 10:12 PM
Hi Folks, this*most likely will be my last toy show listing. No diecast group showed my listing higher views than this one during the duration it ran! You're definitely diehard!! Thanks for the support:-)
== AZ ==
9/13: Phoenix.
Mary Anne's Toy Fest.
at North Phoenix Baptist Church,
5757 N. Central Ave.
Collectible toy and model items for sale. Hrs.- 9am-2pm, Adm.- $3, children under 10 free. Contact- Jim or Mary Anne Grimes- 602-267-9526 / hwn864@aol.com
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9/13: Phoenix.
Arizona Outlaws HWs Collectors Club.
at 12626 N. 28th Way(member's house).
Activities include diecast trading/buying/selling, custom contests, door prizes & raffles!
We meet the 2nd Saturday of every month from 6pm - 9pm, Initial visit FREE for non-members, yearly membership- $25 a family, so bring the wife & kids:-). There's a $2 admission fee per meeting for all members over 12 yrs. too.
Web- www.azoutlaws.com
Contact- Wayne Henderson- wayhend@cox.net or 602-996-8213
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9/27: Phoenix.
Wheels Of Fire Club Meeting.
held at Shepherd of Valley Lutheran Church, 1500 W. Maryland Ave. We buy, sell, and trade as well as race Hot Wheels on a four-lane track. We also have raffles, door prizes, and complimentary refreshments. We meet at 6pm every fourth Saturday, except for November when we meet on the third Saturday due to Thanksgiving. Membership is $20 annually with $2 door admission to each meeting. The first visit is free to guests Anyone interested can contact me at jgastelum@cox.net
== CA ==
bi-weekly: City of Industry.
Frank & Son Collectible Shows. at 19649 E. San Jose Ave. Over (250) of the Finest Collectible*
Dealers w/ (40) of them being diecast.
Admission & parking- FREE.
Regular Show Hrs: Wed.- 3pm-9pm &
Sat.- 9am-5pm.
Show Info: Wed.- 3pm-9pm, Fri.- 11am- 3:30pm & Sat.- 9am-5pm. Web- http://www.frankandsonshow.com
Contact- (909) 444-7955 or frankandsonshow@aol.com
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9/6: San Jose.
Super Toy, Comic & Record Show.
at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd. Featuring more than 200+ toy, collectible, comicbook and record vendors selling new and vintage items. Huge variety of Hot Wheels, dolls, Transformers, Star Wars, Disney, model kits, robots...Rockn Roll, jazz, punk, metal, surf records...Marvel, DC and small press comic books. Hrs.- 11am-4pm, Adm.- $5 (Children 12 and under $2.50), Early Bird- $15(9 am-10:59am) Web- www.timetunneltoys.com/toyshow.html Contact- Jose Castro- 408-298-1709 / Email- ttunnel@concentric.net or
artapartment@yahoo.com
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9/14: Stanton.
Rack & Cue Collectible Show.
at Rack & Cue Billiards, 7520 West Katella Ave. Monthly show for Nascar, NHRA, Hot Wheels and Johnny Lightning Die Cast. Friendly vendors with hundreds of cars on display, find the latest releases with great prices. Hourly door prizes, Cable TV to watch the Nascar races and other sporting events. Snack bar with great food and cold Beer. Hrs.- 9am to 2pm, Admission- $2, children & under 12 free. Contact- Ron- 909-902-0217 OR HotWheelsShow@yahoo.com Web- www.geocities.com/hotwheelsshow
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9/21: Whittier.
Jimmy's USA(all NEW) Diecast Show.
12327 Whittier Blvd.,
(60) Booths of Nascar, HW, MB, JL, Maisto & Jada. Free PIzza & door prizes! Every 3rd Sunday of the month, Hrs.-10am-4pm, FREE admission & parking,
During the weekly shows there's (20) Booths of diecast. Web: www.jimmysusa.com , E-mail: shows99@aol.com, PH: 562-693-4387
== CO ==
9/14: Denver.
Rocky Mountain Hobby & Collectable Show -- El Jebel Shrine, 4620 W. 50th Ave., (55-65) Tables of car collectibles, diecast(80% being), Hot Wheels, NASCAR, model kits, action figures, toys, slot cars and more! Hrs.-10am - 2pm, FREE admission. Contact- Roger- rogerm52@q.com (Roger Mendenhall
719-495-0678 eves @ weekends only please rogerm52@prodigy.net)
== CT ==
9/7: Windsor Locks.
CT. Valley Die-cast Club Meeting.
at 9th First Street in the Polish National Home. CVD is a club formed to enjoy, preserve, and protect the hobby of die-cast car collecting. Meetings start at 8am and the general public is welcome to join us. Along with the meetings member's also enjoy a monthly newsletter[the Free Wheeler] filled with stories, facts, upcoming events, and articles of interest to all collectors.*Membership can help the experienced as well as the novice collector obtain current information about all aspects of our growing hobby, as well as a new avenue to obtain that one elusive casting they may be seeking.
Web- www.cvdcollectors.bravehost.com/schedule.html Ken (president)- cwik111@yahoo.com
== FL ==
9/7: Lakeland.
West Central Florida Hot Wheels Club Meeting. at AMF Lakeland Lanes, 4111 S. Florida Ave. 1/2 mile south of the Polk Parkway. Making it very accessible for the Tampa or Orlando area off of I-4. Diecast buying/selling/trading & racing!
There is a nice size room with as many tables as we will need, a great snack bar and a Pub if you would like a beer. I look forward to seeing some new faces as well as some familiar ones. Everyone is invited! Usually meetings are the first Sunday of the month. Hrs.- 1-4pm, Adm.- FREE.
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9/9: Jacksonville.
First Coast Hot Wheels Collector's Meeting. head at Mount Carmel Gardens, 5846 Mount Carmel Terrace. We're very excited that our club has grown so much since we started back in 2000.* Our club is primarily geared for the Hot Wheels collector, but many of our members trade and collect a variety of cars from MB, JL, ERTL & many others. During our meetings we sell/trade cars and race for prizes! There's custom cars available to members too. We are very family oriented and take part in charity causes. Everyone is invited and is encouraged to bring a friend, and by all means, bring the family!* We are primarily an adult club, but children can also come and join as long as they are accompanied by an adult.* Visitors can attend two meetings for free and after that would have to be considered for membership. We meet the second Tuesday of every month at 6pm to discuss what we want to do as a club (charities, toy shows, etc.), then at 7pm the trading and racing begin! CONTACT INFO;
If you would like more information regarding our club, it's meetings, or events please contact our club president.
Ben Lewis, Interim President
Phone:* (904)-635-7725
Email:* blewis59@bellsouth.net
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9/13: St. Petersburg,
Suncoast Diecasters.
We meet on the 2nd Saturday of every month from high noon til 3pm at The Sports Bar on Bay Pines Blvd. Trading-Buying-Selling-all brands of diecast welcome. No dues.*Come join us. www.suncoastdiecasters.com/
== GA ==
9/2: Atlanta.
Peach State HotWheels Club Meeting.
It's at the Picadilly Cafeteria, in front of the Kroger's on Howell Mill Road. There is also a Walmart at this exit now. I-75 south and exit Howell Mill, take a right at the top of the ramp and get into the left hand lane. The Picadilly is like 200 yards down on the left and the food is usually pretty good btw... The meeting will start at 7pm, so come on out and have some fun talking about those little cars we love so much. Anyway, bring your trade bait and anything you'd like to show off-as far as diecast goes.
Contact- robbyswheels@yahoo.com
== IL ==
9/7: Peoria.
Central Illinois Hot Wheels Club Meeting. held at the YWCA, 1013 West Lake.
Activities include; diecast buying/selling/trading & racing(kid & adult).
Meeting Hrs- 1pm-3pm, (2) month trial membership, Yearly Membership- $25- which includes badge & T-shirt.
Meetings are the 1st Sunday of every month. For more info; Shane- centralillinoishotwheelsclub@comcast.net or 309-453- 9391
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9/16: Indian Head Park.
Windy City Hot Wheels Club.
at the Lionsville Congregational Church on the SE corner of Wolf Road and Joliet Road. The club was formed in 1991 and now has grown to over
(100) members in several states.* We Buy/ Sell & Trade HWs and have Downhill Racing with a $3 entry fee ..with a first place winner. Doors open at 5:30pm and the meeting usually lasts until around 8pm.* MEMBERSHIP is $25 a year and our club year starts in June.* Membership benifits include: Discounted Admission to Club ($3 for Adults, Children under 12 are always Free), A Monthly Newsletter, Free Use of a Table at our club to Sell or Trade, plus an annual Custom made Code 3 Hot Wheels car.
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Non member admission is $4 and table rental fee is $5 per table. Web- www.windycityhotwheelsclub.com Contacts- Jim (Treasurer & Newsletter Author)- jimerz@aol.com / Jay (Downhill Race Track, Website & Special Events Coordinator)- xxtunemanxx@hotmail.com / Craig (Downhill Race Track & Special Events Coordinator)- WindyCityHWC@sbcglobal.net
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9/14: Collinsville.
Gateway Hot Wheelers Club Meeting.
First formed in 1988, the club
originally consisted of approximately (6) guys that would meet at the fast food restaurant to swap cars.* Today, the club boasts approximately (100) members from both Missouri and Illinois. There's a business meeting followed by a swap meet,
custom car contest & HWs races.* Lunch is served at themeetings.*Newsletters are sent out to members prior to each meeting.
SCHEDULE:
9:30am - 11am - Trading,
11am - Meeting,
Noon - ? - More trading and races.
Tables- (must be a member to rent) ADMISSION: Members- $3, under 12 - $1, Non-Members- $8, under 12 - $2, FREE entrance if you become a member on your initial visit.
Yearly Memberships- $20 an individual or $25 a family. For more info, E-mail- broke6869@sbcglobal.net
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9/14: Grayslake.
38th Year of the Zurko's Midwest Promotions Antiques, Collectibles & More Market! Lake County Fairgrounds. 4 Miles West of IL. Tollroad I-94 on the corner of Route 120(Belvedere Rd.) & Route 45. Each show is a collector's paradise!
1000's of Antiques & Collectibles!!!** Dealers inside & outside!!*Treasures Galore!!* This one is BIG!!* Pottery -*Furniture -*Jewelry - Art Glass - Primitives -*Old Toys - Linens -*Advertising - Post Cards & More!! Free Parking, Hrs.- 8am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Early Bird- 6am-8am- $25, Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/21: Bridgeview.
ToyCon Toy Show.
Bridgeview Community Center, 7900 S Oketo Ave, (60-70) Tables of HWs, MB, JL, Jada, Maisto, Action figures & comic books. Kids racing for back to school supplies! Hrs.- 8:30am-2pm, Adm $3 (10 & under free), 2008 show schedule- 11/2- (Halloween show-treats for dressed up kids and kid friendly Haunted House), 12/7- (charity show). Web- www.toycontoyshow.com
Contact- Terry- 708-363-3612
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9/21: Wheaton.
38th Year of the Annual Zurko's Midwest Promotions Antiques, Collectibles & More Markets!
DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester, (30 miles west of Chicago Loop, 7 miles east of St. Charles, IL. Take Rt. 38 to County Farm Rd. to Manchester Rd. to fairground.)
1,000's of Antiques & Collectibles!!!**
Treasures Galore!!* This one is BIG!!* Pottery -* Furniture -*Jewelry - Art Glass - Primitives -* Old Toys - Linens -*Advertising - Post Cards & More!! Free Parking, Hrs.- 8am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Early Bird- 6am-8am- $15, Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/28: Wheaton.
52nd Illinois Plastic Kit & Toy Show.
at Dupage County Fair Grounds, 2015 W. Manchester Rd. Hrs.- 9am-3pm Adm.- $5, Children under 12 years- $2.
Contact- (630) 969-1847
== IA ==
9/14: Maquoketa.
Annual Fall Doll - Toy - Bear Show & Sale. at Jackson Cty Fairgrounds, Junction Hiways 62 & 64. Antique, Modern, Collectible - Dolls - Bears - Toys - Farm Toys - Cars - Games - Barbies - Star Wars - Action Figures - Fast Food Collectibles - Hot Wheels - Artist Dolls - Artist Bears - Doll Supplies & More!!! A Show Worth the Trip! Doll Repairs on Site - Doll Appraisals - Door Prizes Hourly.
Hrs.- 9am-3pm, Adm.- $2.50 (Under 10 Free), Early Buyers- $10 Contact- Dora Pitts- 563-242-0139 (563-242-0139?) / Email: iadollsh@yahoo.com Web- www.iowadolltoyshows.com
== MD ==
9/6: Baltimore.
C4 Hot Wheels Club Meeting/Trade Show.
at Edgemere Elementary School (from the parking lot, it's the first door on the right), 7201 North Point Road. Hrs.-8am
- 1pm, Adm.- FREE
On the Event Roster:
-Downhill Mainline Opener Race
-Treasure Hunters Chase Race
-Drag Racin' for Pinks
-People's Choice Custom Contest
Anyone that would like to sell, trade or looking to purchase items, should stop by and check us out. Everyone is welcome! For more info, check out our website www.c4hotwheels.tk
== MA ==
9/7: Braintree,
Boston Area Toy Collectors Club Meeting. at the Food Court(upper level of mall) at South Shore Plaza. Our club is comprised of avid toy collectors whose interests include all ranges of die-cast vehicles ...and action figures too. Our meeting will start at 9:00 am and feature presentations on the latest die-cast & action figure product offerings, as well as raffles & give-a-ways of some of the latest new releases. We have our own newsletter ˜Toy Times", which is a great source of both information and entertainment. Members also receive massive discounts on the latest and best toy collector books. The HIGHLIGHT of the Social Season is our National Collectible Toy Event held each September! Next meeting date decide at previous meeting.
Contact- Stephen-(781) 963-0615 OR E-mails - Batcc@comcast.net / mooseandgreg@bostontoyclub.com /
sjlanzilla@bostontoyclub.com
Website- www.bostontoyclub.com
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9/21: Marlboro.
East Coast Real Riders Club Meet.
at Marlboro Moose Family Center 1129,
67 Fitchburg Street, at the end of Route 290 east. East Coast Real Riders would like to invite anyone who would like to come and have a fun day of racing, trading, buying, selling & chating with other collectors, to come out to our upcoming meeting. Everyone is welcome to come join us! This month along with our regular "raffles", we will have a door prize one! The prize will be one of the convention cars from Chicago!! The RACES for this meet(changes monthly) will be; carded stock, open stock, any HWs pick-up truck & any Brand of diecast race. Hrs.- 8am-noon(or whenever the fun stops:-) Admission- FREE, Table setup- $1. We meet the third sunday of every month. DIRECTIONS; From the South: 495 North to 290 (exit 25A), right at first set of lights (Fitchburg St.). Moose Club is 1/2 mile on the left. From the North: 495 South to #25A/RT-85 onto I-290 EAST toward MARLBORO, take Hudson Street/ MA - 85 Conn E towards RT-85/Hudson. Turn slight right on FITCHBURG ST, Moose Club is on the left. Web- http://eastcoastrealriders.yuku.com/ CONTACT- batty37@comcast.net
== MI ==
9/6(Mid-Niter-5pm-12m): Centreville.
The Centreville Antique Flea Market.
at St. Joseph County-Grange Fairgrounds, at State M86, 316 E. Charlotte. Bring a lantern or flashlight to find treasures!! Indoors and Outdoors! RAIN OR SHINE ~ 1,000'S OF ANTIQUE TREASURES!! GREAT FOOD ~ FREE PARKING~ INDOORS & OUTDOORS
THE COLLECTOR'S CENTRE FOR ANTIQUES!!
Early Buyers Saturday: 10am to 6pm ($15.00) Regular Admission Sunday: 7am to 3pm ($4.00), Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/21: Taylor.
Motor City Hot Wheelers Club Show.
at Taylor Town Trade Center. 22525 Ecorse Road. Early Entry: 9:00 a.m. Regular Entry: 10:00 a.m. Adm: Early Entry - 2008 Member - $5. Spectator - $15. Regular Entry - 2008 Member - FREE. Spectator 16 and older - $3.00. 15 and younger - FREE when accompanied by an adult. Contact: 810-688-3606. Email: LCA@tir.com
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9/21: Mt. Clemens.
Die-cast and Collectible Toy Show.
at Gibraltar Trade Center North. 237 N. River Rd. (107 of the 200) Tables already reserved, (45) Vendors, Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Gibraltar charges $2 at the entry gate, but if you get the Lee*s Toy Review Magazine, or visit the Toy Peddler, you can get a $2 off coupon top be used at the gate!
Email: mazubo@gmail.com
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9/27-28: Midland.
The Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival. at Midland Fairgrounds, US-10 Eastman.
Celebrating our 39th Year! One of the Midwest\'s largest Antique & Collectible Events.
Some diecast, pressed steel & tin.
Special Building for Comics, Coins, Sports Memorabilia and Unique Collectibles. Antique Toy Firetruck Museum.
- Featuring free antique appraisals
· An exciting new classic car show - Bandstage in the car area. · Expanded Swap Meet and For-Sale Car Lot · Entertainment at the Gazebo featuring: Blues, Folk/Americana and Bluegrass Bands. · Over 80 Acres of antiques, treasures and collectibles. All events are held rain or shine and ample parking is available at no extra cost. ·A variety of food and refreshments are offered. Adm.- $5, Children 11 and under free Hrs.- Sat.- 8am-6pm/ Sun.- 8am-4pm
Web- www.miantiquefestival.com
PH.- 989-687-9001 (Mon-Fri)
== MO ==
9/7: Bridgeton.
ToyMan Toy Show.
at Machinist Hall. 12365 St. Charles Rock Road. (Beside Target and Walgreen's).
The show has approx. 180+ tables as well over 100 dealers selling antique and collectible toys. Some of the items represented are Hot Wheels, Star Wars, Barbie's, Comics, Movie memorabilia (posters - autographs), NASCAR items, Board Games, Action Figures (science fiction- movie - television - wrestling), Die Cast Cars, Model Kits, Trading Cards, Sports Collectibles and too much more to list. Hrs: 9am-2pm. Adm: $3 - Adult, 12 and under- Free. (Early Bird Adm.- $12 - 8am to 9am). Contact: Chris McQuillen- (636) 332-0807. Email: ToyManToyShow@aol.com
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9/21: St. Louis.
Diecast Show.
at the St. Mary Magdalen's Parish Center, 4354 S. Kings Highway Blvd. (40+) Tables fo HWs(including 3-4 redline vendors), MB, JL, Jada, Maisto, Greenlight & pressed steel.
Tables- $10 ea., ea. addtional Table- $5, Hrs.-7am-12.30pm, Adm.- $3, children under 12 free, Attendance prizes every 30 minutes starting 8am. 3rd Sunday of every month for '08. For more info- E-mail- cmwingnut@aol.com or 618-876-4422- leave message.
== NY ==
9/28: LINDENHURST.
NORTHERN SPUR TRAINS & DIE CAST VEHICLES MEET. at KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL,(ground level), 400 SOUTH BROADWAY.
(95) TABLES INCLUDING ALL GAUGES OF MODEL TRAINS AND PARTS, DIE CAST VEHICLES(MB,Dinky,etc), HESS AND PLASTIC VEHICLES. FOOD CONCESSION FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH, DOOR PRIZES, Hrs.- 8:30am -1pm, Adm.- $4, under 16 FREE with Adult,
Contact- CARMELO SANCETTA- (631) 666-6855 or msfreespirit228@yahoo.com
== NC ==
9/20-21: Raleigh.
68th North State Toy & Hobby Show.
at NC State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Bldg., 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. Antique to modern and collectible toys, sportscards & sports memorabilia,including Barbie, diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Hallmark ornaments, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, NASCAR, etc. Guest appaearance: Larry LeGrande of the former baseball Negro League. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading!
Hours:* Saturday 9-4, Sunday 10-4
# of Tables:* 225
Adm:*$5 Daily, 15 & Under Free, Weekend Pass- $7, Free Parking. Web- www.insidepitch.com
Contact- 919-553-4285 or
shows@insidepitch.com
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9/27: Hickory.
Toy, Hobby, Sportscard & Nascar
Show.
Hickory Metro Convention Ctr (I-40 exit 125) Hours:* Saturday 9-4
# of Tables:* 150
Admission:* Adults $4 Daily, 15 & Under Free Free Parking. Web- www.insidepitch.com
Contact- 919-553-4285 or
shows@insidepitch.com
== OH ==
9/14: Columbus.
Columbus Toy & Comic Show.
at Veterans Memorial, 300 West Broad St. (West Hall). If you Collect Toys, Comic Books, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Die-Cast, Toy Soldiers, Sci-Fi, Models, Trains, Star Wars, Star Trek, Transformers, Non-Sports Cards, Action Figures, G.I.Joe, Barbies, Marx, and other great toys this is the place for you.
Hrs: 9am-3pm, Adm: $5 - Early Bird $8 (Children 12 and under Free) Web:
www.ctspromotions.com Contact- James Ford- 614-886-1346 / Email: jamesford73@yahoo.com
== PA ==
9/7: Leesport.
Gallagher Toy Show.
at Leesport Farmer's Market(Banquet Hall), 312 Gernant's Church Rd. (100+) Tables of Nascar, HWs, MB, JL & other collectibles, Hrs.- 8am to 2pm, Adm.- FREE,
Contact- Charles- 610-780-7000
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9/7: New Hope.
New Hope Toy@Train Show.
New Hope Eagle Fire Company.
Around (6) vendors with some diecast.
Hrs.- 8am-noon., Adm.- $4, Contact- Fred Dauncey- fcdauncey@comcast.net
or 908-755-7989
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9/27: Pleasant Unity.
Associated Hobbyists Diecast & Collectable Toy Show. at Westmoreland Fairgrounds.
(50) Tables of Toys from the past to present that you had, want again, or remember.
Hrs.-9am-4pm, Adm. $6, $1 off for all EMS and Fire Depts with proper ID or in uniform. Under 12 free.
Directions:
6 miles from Mt. Pleasant Exit. U.S. Route 30 Contact: B. Corcoran-
(724) 887-8255 or goblin@zoominternet.net
== RI ==
9/9: Cranston.
Rhode Island Hot Wheels Club Meeting.
at the Kelley & Gazzero Post, 1418 Plainfield St. Our club offers many ways to help you keep pace with your own method of collecting, whether you hunt down every new release, or prefer searching out the vintage pieces to replace your cherished childhood memories. Meeting activities include racing for a free Treasure Hunt, trophies, gift cards and more. We have a 2-lane raceway with electronic finish line and custom starting gate. We also sponsor auctions where members can win some great Hot Wheels®-related prizes. Another important aspect of our club is the family atmosphere. We realize that kids are an important part of this hobby, as they are the future collectors. We have special activities and giveaways just for the children. Stop in and join the fun!! Meeting starts at 6pm. Email- jlhotwheel@cox.net
Web- www.rihotwheels.freeservers.com
== TN ==
9/6: Knoxville..
The EAST TENNESSEE HOTWHEELERS HOT WHEELS SHOW AND SWAP MEET. at the Holiday Inn Select on Cedar Bluff Road. (45-50) Tables available for the show. If you plan to attend, please email or call to reserve your table so we can plan for how many tables to set up. There is always a great variety of items at the show and some awesome deals. Our show is family oriented so bring the whole family because there's something for everyone to do. DETAILS: LOTS OF BUYING/SELLING/TRADING ALMOST ANYTHING THAT IS HOT WHEELS RELATED NEW AND OLD.
CUSTOMS CONTEST WILL BE HELD AND JUDGED. NO RESERVE AUCTION WILL BE HELD EARLY PROVIDING SOME KILLER DEALS. FREE DRAWINGS FOR CLUB MEMBERS AND SOME RAFFLE ITEMS AVAILABLE. DOWNHILL RACING FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. CHILDRENS COLORING CONTEST AND FREE KIDS RAFFLES. CLUB MEMBERSHIP COMPLETE WITH NEW 67 CAMARO CLUB CAR IS AVAILABLE AND OUR NEW BLACK CLUB T-SHIRTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT $10 EACH($2 EXTRA FOR ANY SIZE OVER XL) AND THERE WILL BE A SHORT CLUB MEETING DURING THE DAY. SETUP IS AT 7:00 AM DOORS OPEN TO PUBLIC AT 8:00 AM(NO EARLY ENTRY PLEASE UNLESS YOU ARE SETTING UP A TABLE FOR THE SHOW.) -DIRECTIONS: FROM I-40 EAST: TAKE THE CEDAR BLUFF EXIT 378 TURN LEFT ON CEDAR BLUFF, GO UNDER THE EXPRESSWAY AND TURN RIGHT AT THE SECOND LIGHT. HOLIDAY INN WILL BE ON THE RIGHT. DIRECTIONS FROM I-40 WEST: TAKE CEDAR BLUFF EXIT 378A-B THEN TAKE EXIT B LEFT ON EXCECTIVE PARK THE HOLIDAY INN WILL BE ON THE LEFT. CONTACTS: Tim Brantley 865-454-0775
John Gardino 865-675-1368
Jim Swabe 423-337-1510
Scott Minor 865-947-5022
== TX ==
9/20: Houston.
Space City Hot Wheels Collectors Club Meeting. The longest continuously run and best stocked, monthly Hot Wheels event in Houston. Usually (25-30) Tables of trading, buying and selling. MEETING LOCATION: at the SOKOL Hall, 1314 Patton South of Loop 610 North and west of I-45 North. From the North, take I-45 to Exit #50, the first exit south of I-610 North, which is Calvalcade/Patton. Continue on feeder road pass Calvalcade light and proceed to Patton stop sign. Turn right(west). From the South, Exit #50A, make left(west) on Patton. SOKOL Hall is 7 blocks up on right. The doors open at 9:00 am. Entry is $2.00 per family "EARLY BIRD" entry for those without table reservations before 9:00 am. is $10.00 per person Contacts; dewinder@peoplepc.com or chuck@spacecityhw.com Web- http://www.spacecityhw.com/meeting.htm
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9/27: San Antonio.
South Texas Diecast Collectors Club Meeting, at Grady's BBQ, 4109 Fredricksburg road (1/2 mile south of Loop 410). Our meeting runs from 11am - 2pm. All our members and guests are welcome to buy, sell, or trade. $1.00 at the door and tables are $5 each. Door prizes, sometimes a large raffle, discuss diecast news and upcoming events. Free parking at rear of building.
Web- www.southtexasdiecast.com
== VA ==
9/14: Front Royal.
Toy Show and Sale.
NEW show offering wide variety of diecast/toys.
221 North Commerce Ave.
Hrs.-9am-2pm, Adm.- $5, Children 6-12 - $3, Children under 6- FREE.
More vendors are welcome!
More info: John - 540-635-3252 or 240-498-6921. Email: us3@shentel.net
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9/21: Winchester.
Winchester/Shenandoah Valley HWs Club Trading Day. at the Shockey Companies- conference room on 219 Stine Lane at 1 pm. We buy, sell, trade and talk about diecast cars. DIRECTIONS; To Shockey Company in Winchester-From I-81 south*get off at exit 310 onto Rt. 37.* Get off RT. 37 (about 2 miles) at the Rt. 11/Winchester exit.* Turn left after the curve and then turn right onto Rt. 11 at the light.* Go about 1/2 a mile and you will see the big Shockey sign on the right.* Turn on Stine Lane at Shockey's.* Go over 2 sets of RR tracks and turn right at the yield sign.* Park in the parking lot on the left.* The entrance to the building is next to the parking lot and the conference room is right inside the door.* From I-81 north get off at exit 317.* At the bottom of the ramp turn right at the light onto Rt. 11.* When the road splits into a "Y" take the left side on Rt. 11.* Go about*3/4 a mile and you will see the big Shockey sign on the right.* Turn on Stine Lane at Shockey's.* Go over 2 sets of RR tracks and turn right at the yield sign.* Park in the parking lot on the left.* The entrance to the building is next to the parking lot and the conference room is right inside the door.* CONTACT; Dan Hammond at 1-540-868-9029 or**hwdan2@earthlink.net , HW Dan's Info Corner- http://www.hotwheelsclubelite.com/phpBB2/index.php
== WA ==
9/13: Kent.
Greater Seattle Toy Show.
Kent Commons Community Center
525 4th Ave North.
Antique & Collectible Toy Sale.
Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Children under 12 Free, Early Adm.- (8am-
$10).
Contact- Todd Archer- 425-486-7353/425-338-5958 or aicherg@aol.com
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== CANADA ==
9/1: Hamilton.
The Hamilton Toy and Collectibles Show.
at Michelangelo’s Banquet Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa St. Hrs.- 10 am to 3 pm, Adm: $2 per person
For more info email: sassea04@yahoo.ca or call 905-643-6883
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9/7: Woodstock.
Woodstock Nostalgia Show And Sale.
at Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis Street. Featuring vintage toys, small antiques, vintage paper and other neat old stuff.*
Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Admission: $3.00 per person. For more info email Ian at toyshow@kwic.com or call (519) 426-8875
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9/21: Woodstock.
Woodstock Toy And Collectibles Show.
at Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis Street.* Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Admission: $2.00 per person. For more info email Ian at toyshow@kwic.com or call (519) 426-8875*
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9/28: North York, Ontario.
Southern Ontario Hot Wheel Club Swap Meet. held at rear parking lot of Metro Toronto Police Association, 180 Yorkland Blvd. North of 401, south of Sheppard Ave.
Just west of Victoria Park Avenue.
NO cost, bring a table or just yourself and your extras. Trade, Buy, Sell.
Appox. Time 9am till 2pm(Weather Permitting) Contact- templetons.bsnc@sympatico.ca
== UK ==
UK Toy Fair/ Swap Meet Listing- dates, hrs. venues & contact info are provided at the link below. Just go to the top right hand corner and CLICK under "Show me dates for the next;" to get up to 8 weeks of listings:-)
www.diecast-collector.com/toyfairtimes/default.asp
== AZ ==
9/13: Phoenix.
Mary Anne's Toy Fest.
at North Phoenix Baptist Church,
5757 N. Central Ave.
Collectible toy and model items for sale. Hrs.- 9am-2pm, Adm.- $3, children under 10 free. Contact- Jim or Mary Anne Grimes- 602-267-9526 / hwn864@aol.com
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9/13: Phoenix.
Arizona Outlaws HWs Collectors Club.
at 12626 N. 28th Way(member's house).
Activities include diecast trading/buying/selling, custom contests, door prizes & raffles!
We meet the 2nd Saturday of every month from 6pm - 9pm, Initial visit FREE for non-members, yearly membership- $25 a family, so bring the wife & kids:-). There's a $2 admission fee per meeting for all members over 12 yrs. too.
Web- www.azoutlaws.com
Contact- Wayne Henderson- wayhend@cox.net or 602-996-8213
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9/27: Phoenix.
Wheels Of Fire Club Meeting.
held at Shepherd of Valley Lutheran Church, 1500 W. Maryland Ave. We buy, sell, and trade as well as race Hot Wheels on a four-lane track. We also have raffles, door prizes, and complimentary refreshments. We meet at 6pm every fourth Saturday, except for November when we meet on the third Saturday due to Thanksgiving. Membership is $20 annually with $2 door admission to each meeting. The first visit is free to guests Anyone interested can contact me at jgastelum@cox.net
== CA ==
bi-weekly: City of Industry.
Frank & Son Collectible Shows. at 19649 E. San Jose Ave. Over (250) of the Finest Collectible*
Dealers w/ (40) of them being diecast.
Admission & parking- FREE.
Regular Show Hrs: Wed.- 3pm-9pm &
Sat.- 9am-5pm.
Show Info: Wed.- 3pm-9pm, Fri.- 11am- 3:30pm & Sat.- 9am-5pm. Web- http://www.frankandsonshow.com
Contact- (909) 444-7955 or frankandsonshow@aol.com
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9/6: San Jose.
Super Toy, Comic & Record Show.
at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd. Featuring more than 200+ toy, collectible, comicbook and record vendors selling new and vintage items. Huge variety of Hot Wheels, dolls, Transformers, Star Wars, Disney, model kits, robots...Rockn Roll, jazz, punk, metal, surf records...Marvel, DC and small press comic books. Hrs.- 11am-4pm, Adm.- $5 (Children 12 and under $2.50), Early Bird- $15(9 am-10:59am) Web- www.timetunneltoys.com/toyshow.html Contact- Jose Castro- 408-298-1709 / Email- ttunnel@concentric.net or
artapartment@yahoo.com
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9/14: Stanton.
Rack & Cue Collectible Show.
at Rack & Cue Billiards, 7520 West Katella Ave. Monthly show for Nascar, NHRA, Hot Wheels and Johnny Lightning Die Cast. Friendly vendors with hundreds of cars on display, find the latest releases with great prices. Hourly door prizes, Cable TV to watch the Nascar races and other sporting events. Snack bar with great food and cold Beer. Hrs.- 9am to 2pm, Admission- $2, children & under 12 free. Contact- Ron- 909-902-0217 OR HotWheelsShow@yahoo.com Web- www.geocities.com/hotwheelsshow
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9/21: Whittier.
Jimmy's USA(all NEW) Diecast Show.
12327 Whittier Blvd.,
(60) Booths of Nascar, HW, MB, JL, Maisto & Jada. Free PIzza & door prizes! Every 3rd Sunday of the month, Hrs.-10am-4pm, FREE admission & parking,
During the weekly shows there's (20) Booths of diecast. Web: www.jimmysusa.com , E-mail: shows99@aol.com, PH: 562-693-4387
== CO ==
9/14: Denver.
Rocky Mountain Hobby & Collectable Show -- El Jebel Shrine, 4620 W. 50th Ave., (55-65) Tables of car collectibles, diecast(80% being), Hot Wheels, NASCAR, model kits, action figures, toys, slot cars and more! Hrs.-10am - 2pm, FREE admission. Contact- Roger- rogerm52@q.com (Roger Mendenhall
719-495-0678 eves @ weekends only please rogerm52@prodigy.net)
== CT ==
9/7: Windsor Locks.
CT. Valley Die-cast Club Meeting.
at 9th First Street in the Polish National Home. CVD is a club formed to enjoy, preserve, and protect the hobby of die-cast car collecting. Meetings start at 8am and the general public is welcome to join us. Along with the meetings member's also enjoy a monthly newsletter[the Free Wheeler] filled with stories, facts, upcoming events, and articles of interest to all collectors.*Membership can help the experienced as well as the novice collector obtain current information about all aspects of our growing hobby, as well as a new avenue to obtain that one elusive casting they may be seeking.
Web- www.cvdcollectors.bravehost.com/schedule.html Ken (president)- cwik111@yahoo.com
== FL ==
9/7: Lakeland.
West Central Florida Hot Wheels Club Meeting. at AMF Lakeland Lanes, 4111 S. Florida Ave. 1/2 mile south of the Polk Parkway. Making it very accessible for the Tampa or Orlando area off of I-4. Diecast buying/selling/trading & racing!
There is a nice size room with as many tables as we will need, a great snack bar and a Pub if you would like a beer. I look forward to seeing some new faces as well as some familiar ones. Everyone is invited! Usually meetings are the first Sunday of the month. Hrs.- 1-4pm, Adm.- FREE.
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9/9: Jacksonville.
First Coast Hot Wheels Collector's Meeting. head at Mount Carmel Gardens, 5846 Mount Carmel Terrace. We're very excited that our club has grown so much since we started back in 2000.* Our club is primarily geared for the Hot Wheels collector, but many of our members trade and collect a variety of cars from MB, JL, ERTL & many others. During our meetings we sell/trade cars and race for prizes! There's custom cars available to members too. We are very family oriented and take part in charity causes. Everyone is invited and is encouraged to bring a friend, and by all means, bring the family!* We are primarily an adult club, but children can also come and join as long as they are accompanied by an adult.* Visitors can attend two meetings for free and after that would have to be considered for membership. We meet the second Tuesday of every month at 6pm to discuss what we want to do as a club (charities, toy shows, etc.), then at 7pm the trading and racing begin! CONTACT INFO;
If you would like more information regarding our club, it's meetings, or events please contact our club president.
Ben Lewis, Interim President
Phone:* (904)-635-7725
Email:* blewis59@bellsouth.net
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9/13: St. Petersburg,
Suncoast Diecasters.
We meet on the 2nd Saturday of every month from high noon til 3pm at The Sports Bar on Bay Pines Blvd. Trading-Buying-Selling-all brands of diecast welcome. No dues.*Come join us. www.suncoastdiecasters.com/
== GA ==
9/2: Atlanta.
Peach State HotWheels Club Meeting.
It's at the Picadilly Cafeteria, in front of the Kroger's on Howell Mill Road. There is also a Walmart at this exit now. I-75 south and exit Howell Mill, take a right at the top of the ramp and get into the left hand lane. The Picadilly is like 200 yards down on the left and the food is usually pretty good btw... The meeting will start at 7pm, so come on out and have some fun talking about those little cars we love so much. Anyway, bring your trade bait and anything you'd like to show off-as far as diecast goes.
Contact- robbyswheels@yahoo.com
== IL ==
9/7: Peoria.
Central Illinois Hot Wheels Club Meeting. held at the YWCA, 1013 West Lake.
Activities include; diecast buying/selling/trading & racing(kid & adult).
Meeting Hrs- 1pm-3pm, (2) month trial membership, Yearly Membership- $25- which includes badge & T-shirt.
Meetings are the 1st Sunday of every month. For more info; Shane- centralillinoishotwheelsclub@comcast.net or 309-453- 9391
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9/16: Indian Head Park.
Windy City Hot Wheels Club.
at the Lionsville Congregational Church on the SE corner of Wolf Road and Joliet Road. The club was formed in 1991 and now has grown to over
(100) members in several states.* We Buy/ Sell & Trade HWs and have Downhill Racing with a $3 entry fee ..with a first place winner. Doors open at 5:30pm and the meeting usually lasts until around 8pm.* MEMBERSHIP is $25 a year and our club year starts in June.* Membership benifits include: Discounted Admission to Club ($3 for Adults, Children under 12 are always Free), A Monthly Newsletter, Free Use of a Table at our club to Sell or Trade, plus an annual Custom made Code 3 Hot Wheels car.
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Non member admission is $4 and table rental fee is $5 per table. Web- www.windycityhotwheelsclub.com Contacts- Jim (Treasurer & Newsletter Author)- jimerz@aol.com / Jay (Downhill Race Track, Website & Special Events Coordinator)- xxtunemanxx@hotmail.com / Craig (Downhill Race Track & Special Events Coordinator)- WindyCityHWC@sbcglobal.net
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9/14: Collinsville.
Gateway Hot Wheelers Club Meeting.
First formed in 1988, the club
originally consisted of approximately (6) guys that would meet at the fast food restaurant to swap cars.* Today, the club boasts approximately (100) members from both Missouri and Illinois. There's a business meeting followed by a swap meet,
custom car contest & HWs races.* Lunch is served at themeetings.*Newsletters are sent out to members prior to each meeting.
SCHEDULE:
9:30am - 11am - Trading,
11am - Meeting,
Noon - ? - More trading and races.
Tables- (must be a member to rent) ADMISSION: Members- $3, under 12 - $1, Non-Members- $8, under 12 - $2, FREE entrance if you become a member on your initial visit.
Yearly Memberships- $20 an individual or $25 a family. For more info, E-mail- broke6869@sbcglobal.net
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9/14: Grayslake.
38th Year of the Zurko's Midwest Promotions Antiques, Collectibles & More Market! Lake County Fairgrounds. 4 Miles West of IL. Tollroad I-94 on the corner of Route 120(Belvedere Rd.) & Route 45. Each show is a collector's paradise!
1000's of Antiques & Collectibles!!!** Dealers inside & outside!!*Treasures Galore!!* This one is BIG!!* Pottery -*Furniture -*Jewelry - Art Glass - Primitives -*Old Toys - Linens -*Advertising - Post Cards & More!! Free Parking, Hrs.- 8am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Early Bird- 6am-8am- $25, Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/21: Bridgeview.
ToyCon Toy Show.
Bridgeview Community Center, 7900 S Oketo Ave, (60-70) Tables of HWs, MB, JL, Jada, Maisto, Action figures & comic books. Kids racing for back to school supplies! Hrs.- 8:30am-2pm, Adm $3 (10 & under free), 2008 show schedule- 11/2- (Halloween show-treats for dressed up kids and kid friendly Haunted House), 12/7- (charity show). Web- www.toycontoyshow.com
Contact- Terry- 708-363-3612
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9/21: Wheaton.
38th Year of the Annual Zurko's Midwest Promotions Antiques, Collectibles & More Markets!
DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester, (30 miles west of Chicago Loop, 7 miles east of St. Charles, IL. Take Rt. 38 to County Farm Rd. to Manchester Rd. to fairground.)
1,000's of Antiques & Collectibles!!!**
Treasures Galore!!* This one is BIG!!* Pottery -* Furniture -*Jewelry - Art Glass - Primitives -* Old Toys - Linens -*Advertising - Post Cards & More!! Free Parking, Hrs.- 8am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Early Bird- 6am-8am- $15, Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/28: Wheaton.
52nd Illinois Plastic Kit & Toy Show.
at Dupage County Fair Grounds, 2015 W. Manchester Rd. Hrs.- 9am-3pm Adm.- $5, Children under 12 years- $2.
Contact- (630) 969-1847
== IA ==
9/14: Maquoketa.
Annual Fall Doll - Toy - Bear Show & Sale. at Jackson Cty Fairgrounds, Junction Hiways 62 & 64. Antique, Modern, Collectible - Dolls - Bears - Toys - Farm Toys - Cars - Games - Barbies - Star Wars - Action Figures - Fast Food Collectibles - Hot Wheels - Artist Dolls - Artist Bears - Doll Supplies & More!!! A Show Worth the Trip! Doll Repairs on Site - Doll Appraisals - Door Prizes Hourly.
Hrs.- 9am-3pm, Adm.- $2.50 (Under 10 Free), Early Buyers- $10 Contact- Dora Pitts- 563-242-0139 (563-242-0139?) / Email: iadollsh@yahoo.com Web- www.iowadolltoyshows.com
== MD ==
9/6: Baltimore.
C4 Hot Wheels Club Meeting/Trade Show.
at Edgemere Elementary School (from the parking lot, it's the first door on the right), 7201 North Point Road. Hrs.-8am
- 1pm, Adm.- FREE
On the Event Roster:
-Downhill Mainline Opener Race
-Treasure Hunters Chase Race
-Drag Racin' for Pinks
-People's Choice Custom Contest
Anyone that would like to sell, trade or looking to purchase items, should stop by and check us out. Everyone is welcome! For more info, check out our website www.c4hotwheels.tk
== MA ==
9/7: Braintree,
Boston Area Toy Collectors Club Meeting. at the Food Court(upper level of mall) at South Shore Plaza. Our club is comprised of avid toy collectors whose interests include all ranges of die-cast vehicles ...and action figures too. Our meeting will start at 9:00 am and feature presentations on the latest die-cast & action figure product offerings, as well as raffles & give-a-ways of some of the latest new releases. We have our own newsletter ˜Toy Times", which is a great source of both information and entertainment. Members also receive massive discounts on the latest and best toy collector books. The HIGHLIGHT of the Social Season is our National Collectible Toy Event held each September! Next meeting date decide at previous meeting.
Contact- Stephen-(781) 963-0615 OR E-mails - Batcc@comcast.net / mooseandgreg@bostontoyclub.com /
sjlanzilla@bostontoyclub.com
Website- www.bostontoyclub.com
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9/21: Marlboro.
East Coast Real Riders Club Meet.
at Marlboro Moose Family Center 1129,
67 Fitchburg Street, at the end of Route 290 east. East Coast Real Riders would like to invite anyone who would like to come and have a fun day of racing, trading, buying, selling & chating with other collectors, to come out to our upcoming meeting. Everyone is welcome to come join us! This month along with our regular "raffles", we will have a door prize one! The prize will be one of the convention cars from Chicago!! The RACES for this meet(changes monthly) will be; carded stock, open stock, any HWs pick-up truck & any Brand of diecast race. Hrs.- 8am-noon(or whenever the fun stops:-) Admission- FREE, Table setup- $1. We meet the third sunday of every month. DIRECTIONS; From the South: 495 North to 290 (exit 25A), right at first set of lights (Fitchburg St.). Moose Club is 1/2 mile on the left. From the North: 495 South to #25A/RT-85 onto I-290 EAST toward MARLBORO, take Hudson Street/ MA - 85 Conn E towards RT-85/Hudson. Turn slight right on FITCHBURG ST, Moose Club is on the left. Web- http://eastcoastrealriders.yuku.com/ CONTACT- batty37@comcast.net
== MI ==
9/6(Mid-Niter-5pm-12m): Centreville.
The Centreville Antique Flea Market.
at St. Joseph County-Grange Fairgrounds, at State M86, 316 E. Charlotte. Bring a lantern or flashlight to find treasures!! Indoors and Outdoors! RAIN OR SHINE ~ 1,000'S OF ANTIQUE TREASURES!! GREAT FOOD ~ FREE PARKING~ INDOORS & OUTDOORS
THE COLLECTOR'S CENTRE FOR ANTIQUES!!
Early Buyers Saturday: 10am to 6pm ($15.00) Regular Admission Sunday: 7am to 3pm ($4.00), Web- www.zurkopromotions.com , Contact- RobertZurko@aol.com or 715-526-9769
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9/21: Taylor.
Motor City Hot Wheelers Club Show.
at Taylor Town Trade Center. 22525 Ecorse Road. Early Entry: 9:00 a.m. Regular Entry: 10:00 a.m. Adm: Early Entry - 2008 Member - $5. Spectator - $15. Regular Entry - 2008 Member - FREE. Spectator 16 and older - $3.00. 15 and younger - FREE when accompanied by an adult. Contact: 810-688-3606. Email: LCA@tir.com
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9/21: Mt. Clemens.
Die-cast and Collectible Toy Show.
at Gibraltar Trade Center North. 237 N. River Rd. (107 of the 200) Tables already reserved, (45) Vendors, Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Gibraltar charges $2 at the entry gate, but if you get the Lee*s Toy Review Magazine, or visit the Toy Peddler, you can get a $2 off coupon top be used at the gate!
Email: mazubo@gmail.com
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9/27-28: Midland.
The Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival. at Midland Fairgrounds, US-10 Eastman.
Celebrating our 39th Year! One of the Midwest\'s largest Antique & Collectible Events.
Some diecast, pressed steel & tin.
Special Building for Comics, Coins, Sports Memorabilia and Unique Collectibles. Antique Toy Firetruck Museum.
- Featuring free antique appraisals
· An exciting new classic car show - Bandstage in the car area. · Expanded Swap Meet and For-Sale Car Lot · Entertainment at the Gazebo featuring: Blues, Folk/Americana and Bluegrass Bands. · Over 80 Acres of antiques, treasures and collectibles. All events are held rain or shine and ample parking is available at no extra cost. ·A variety of food and refreshments are offered. Adm.- $5, Children 11 and under free Hrs.- Sat.- 8am-6pm/ Sun.- 8am-4pm
Web- www.miantiquefestival.com
PH.- 989-687-9001 (Mon-Fri)
== MO ==
9/7: Bridgeton.
ToyMan Toy Show.
at Machinist Hall. 12365 St. Charles Rock Road. (Beside Target and Walgreen's).
The show has approx. 180+ tables as well over 100 dealers selling antique and collectible toys. Some of the items represented are Hot Wheels, Star Wars, Barbie's, Comics, Movie memorabilia (posters - autographs), NASCAR items, Board Games, Action Figures (science fiction- movie - television - wrestling), Die Cast Cars, Model Kits, Trading Cards, Sports Collectibles and too much more to list. Hrs: 9am-2pm. Adm: $3 - Adult, 12 and under- Free. (Early Bird Adm.- $12 - 8am to 9am). Contact: Chris McQuillen- (636) 332-0807. Email: ToyManToyShow@aol.com
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9/21: St. Louis.
Diecast Show.
at the St. Mary Magdalen's Parish Center, 4354 S. Kings Highway Blvd. (40+) Tables fo HWs(including 3-4 redline vendors), MB, JL, Jada, Maisto, Greenlight & pressed steel.
Tables- $10 ea., ea. addtional Table- $5, Hrs.-7am-12.30pm, Adm.- $3, children under 12 free, Attendance prizes every 30 minutes starting 8am. 3rd Sunday of every month for '08. For more info- E-mail- cmwingnut@aol.com or 618-876-4422- leave message.
== NY ==
9/28: LINDENHURST.
NORTHERN SPUR TRAINS & DIE CAST VEHICLES MEET. at KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL,(ground level), 400 SOUTH BROADWAY.
(95) TABLES INCLUDING ALL GAUGES OF MODEL TRAINS AND PARTS, DIE CAST VEHICLES(MB,Dinky,etc), HESS AND PLASTIC VEHICLES. FOOD CONCESSION FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH, DOOR PRIZES, Hrs.- 8:30am -1pm, Adm.- $4, under 16 FREE with Adult,
Contact- CARMELO SANCETTA- (631) 666-6855 or msfreespirit228@yahoo.com
== NC ==
9/20-21: Raleigh.
68th North State Toy & Hobby Show.
at NC State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Bldg., 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. Antique to modern and collectible toys, sportscards & sports memorabilia,including Barbie, diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Hallmark ornaments, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, NASCAR, etc. Guest appaearance: Larry LeGrande of the former baseball Negro League. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading!
Hours:* Saturday 9-4, Sunday 10-4
# of Tables:* 225
Adm:*$5 Daily, 15 & Under Free, Weekend Pass- $7, Free Parking. Web- www.insidepitch.com
Contact- 919-553-4285 or
shows@insidepitch.com
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9/27: Hickory.
Toy, Hobby, Sportscard & Nascar
Show.
Hickory Metro Convention Ctr (I-40 exit 125) Hours:* Saturday 9-4
# of Tables:* 150
Admission:* Adults $4 Daily, 15 & Under Free Free Parking. Web- www.insidepitch.com
Contact- 919-553-4285 or
shows@insidepitch.com
== OH ==
9/14: Columbus.
Columbus Toy & Comic Show.
at Veterans Memorial, 300 West Broad St. (West Hall). If you Collect Toys, Comic Books, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Die-Cast, Toy Soldiers, Sci-Fi, Models, Trains, Star Wars, Star Trek, Transformers, Non-Sports Cards, Action Figures, G.I.Joe, Barbies, Marx, and other great toys this is the place for you.
Hrs: 9am-3pm, Adm: $5 - Early Bird $8 (Children 12 and under Free) Web:
www.ctspromotions.com Contact- James Ford- 614-886-1346 / Email: jamesford73@yahoo.com
== PA ==
9/7: Leesport.
Gallagher Toy Show.
at Leesport Farmer's Market(Banquet Hall), 312 Gernant's Church Rd. (100+) Tables of Nascar, HWs, MB, JL & other collectibles, Hrs.- 8am to 2pm, Adm.- FREE,
Contact- Charles- 610-780-7000
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9/7: New Hope.
New Hope Toy@Train Show.
New Hope Eagle Fire Company.
Around (6) vendors with some diecast.
Hrs.- 8am-noon., Adm.- $4, Contact- Fred Dauncey- fcdauncey@comcast.net
or 908-755-7989
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9/27: Pleasant Unity.
Associated Hobbyists Diecast & Collectable Toy Show. at Westmoreland Fairgrounds.
(50) Tables of Toys from the past to present that you had, want again, or remember.
Hrs.-9am-4pm, Adm. $6, $1 off for all EMS and Fire Depts with proper ID or in uniform. Under 12 free.
Directions:
6 miles from Mt. Pleasant Exit. U.S. Route 30 Contact: B. Corcoran-
(724) 887-8255 or goblin@zoominternet.net
== RI ==
9/9: Cranston.
Rhode Island Hot Wheels Club Meeting.
at the Kelley & Gazzero Post, 1418 Plainfield St. Our club offers many ways to help you keep pace with your own method of collecting, whether you hunt down every new release, or prefer searching out the vintage pieces to replace your cherished childhood memories. Meeting activities include racing for a free Treasure Hunt, trophies, gift cards and more. We have a 2-lane raceway with electronic finish line and custom starting gate. We also sponsor auctions where members can win some great Hot Wheels®-related prizes. Another important aspect of our club is the family atmosphere. We realize that kids are an important part of this hobby, as they are the future collectors. We have special activities and giveaways just for the children. Stop in and join the fun!! Meeting starts at 6pm. Email- jlhotwheel@cox.net
Web- www.rihotwheels.freeservers.com
== TN ==
9/6: Knoxville..
The EAST TENNESSEE HOTWHEELERS HOT WHEELS SHOW AND SWAP MEET. at the Holiday Inn Select on Cedar Bluff Road. (45-50) Tables available for the show. If you plan to attend, please email or call to reserve your table so we can plan for how many tables to set up. There is always a great variety of items at the show and some awesome deals. Our show is family oriented so bring the whole family because there's something for everyone to do. DETAILS: LOTS OF BUYING/SELLING/TRADING ALMOST ANYTHING THAT IS HOT WHEELS RELATED NEW AND OLD.
CUSTOMS CONTEST WILL BE HELD AND JUDGED. NO RESERVE AUCTION WILL BE HELD EARLY PROVIDING SOME KILLER DEALS. FREE DRAWINGS FOR CLUB MEMBERS AND SOME RAFFLE ITEMS AVAILABLE. DOWNHILL RACING FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. CHILDRENS COLORING CONTEST AND FREE KIDS RAFFLES. CLUB MEMBERSHIP COMPLETE WITH NEW 67 CAMARO CLUB CAR IS AVAILABLE AND OUR NEW BLACK CLUB T-SHIRTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT $10 EACH($2 EXTRA FOR ANY SIZE OVER XL) AND THERE WILL BE A SHORT CLUB MEETING DURING THE DAY. SETUP IS AT 7:00 AM DOORS OPEN TO PUBLIC AT 8:00 AM(NO EARLY ENTRY PLEASE UNLESS YOU ARE SETTING UP A TABLE FOR THE SHOW.) -DIRECTIONS: FROM I-40 EAST: TAKE THE CEDAR BLUFF EXIT 378 TURN LEFT ON CEDAR BLUFF, GO UNDER THE EXPRESSWAY AND TURN RIGHT AT THE SECOND LIGHT. HOLIDAY INN WILL BE ON THE RIGHT. DIRECTIONS FROM I-40 WEST: TAKE CEDAR BLUFF EXIT 378A-B THEN TAKE EXIT B LEFT ON EXCECTIVE PARK THE HOLIDAY INN WILL BE ON THE LEFT. CONTACTS: Tim Brantley 865-454-0775
John Gardino 865-675-1368
Jim Swabe 423-337-1510
Scott Minor 865-947-5022
== TX ==
9/20: Houston.
Space City Hot Wheels Collectors Club Meeting. The longest continuously run and best stocked, monthly Hot Wheels event in Houston. Usually (25-30) Tables of trading, buying and selling. MEETING LOCATION: at the SOKOL Hall, 1314 Patton South of Loop 610 North and west of I-45 North. From the North, take I-45 to Exit #50, the first exit south of I-610 North, which is Calvalcade/Patton. Continue on feeder road pass Calvalcade light and proceed to Patton stop sign. Turn right(west). From the South, Exit #50A, make left(west) on Patton. SOKOL Hall is 7 blocks up on right. The doors open at 9:00 am. Entry is $2.00 per family "EARLY BIRD" entry for those without table reservations before 9:00 am. is $10.00 per person Contacts; dewinder@peoplepc.com or chuck@spacecityhw.com Web- http://www.spacecityhw.com/meeting.htm
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9/27: San Antonio.
South Texas Diecast Collectors Club Meeting, at Grady's BBQ, 4109 Fredricksburg road (1/2 mile south of Loop 410). Our meeting runs from 11am - 2pm. All our members and guests are welcome to buy, sell, or trade. $1.00 at the door and tables are $5 each. Door prizes, sometimes a large raffle, discuss diecast news and upcoming events. Free parking at rear of building.
Web- www.southtexasdiecast.com
== VA ==
9/14: Front Royal.
Toy Show and Sale.
NEW show offering wide variety of diecast/toys.
221 North Commerce Ave.
Hrs.-9am-2pm, Adm.- $5, Children 6-12 - $3, Children under 6- FREE.
More vendors are welcome!
More info: John - 540-635-3252 or 240-498-6921. Email: us3@shentel.net
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9/21: Winchester.
Winchester/Shenandoah Valley HWs Club Trading Day. at the Shockey Companies- conference room on 219 Stine Lane at 1 pm. We buy, sell, trade and talk about diecast cars. DIRECTIONS; To Shockey Company in Winchester-From I-81 south*get off at exit 310 onto Rt. 37.* Get off RT. 37 (about 2 miles) at the Rt. 11/Winchester exit.* Turn left after the curve and then turn right onto Rt. 11 at the light.* Go about 1/2 a mile and you will see the big Shockey sign on the right.* Turn on Stine Lane at Shockey's.* Go over 2 sets of RR tracks and turn right at the yield sign.* Park in the parking lot on the left.* The entrance to the building is next to the parking lot and the conference room is right inside the door.* From I-81 north get off at exit 317.* At the bottom of the ramp turn right at the light onto Rt. 11.* When the road splits into a "Y" take the left side on Rt. 11.* Go about*3/4 a mile and you will see the big Shockey sign on the right.* Turn on Stine Lane at Shockey's.* Go over 2 sets of RR tracks and turn right at the yield sign.* Park in the parking lot on the left.* The entrance to the building is next to the parking lot and the conference room is right inside the door.* CONTACT; Dan Hammond at 1-540-868-9029 or**hwdan2@earthlink.net , HW Dan's Info Corner- http://www.hotwheelsclubelite.com/phpBB2/index.php
== WA ==
9/13: Kent.
Greater Seattle Toy Show.
Kent Commons Community Center
525 4th Ave North.
Antique & Collectible Toy Sale.
Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Adm.- $5, Children under 12 Free, Early Adm.- (8am-
$10).
Contact- Todd Archer- 425-486-7353/425-338-5958 or aicherg@aol.com
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== CANADA ==
9/1: Hamilton.
The Hamilton Toy and Collectibles Show.
at Michelangelo’s Banquet Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa St. Hrs.- 10 am to 3 pm, Adm: $2 per person
For more info email: sassea04@yahoo.ca or call 905-643-6883
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9/7: Woodstock.
Woodstock Nostalgia Show And Sale.
at Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis Street. Featuring vintage toys, small antiques, vintage paper and other neat old stuff.*
Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Admission: $3.00 per person. For more info email Ian at toyshow@kwic.com or call (519) 426-8875
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9/21: Woodstock.
Woodstock Toy And Collectibles Show.
at Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis Street.* Hrs.- 10am-3pm, Admission: $2.00 per person. For more info email Ian at toyshow@kwic.com or call (519) 426-8875*
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9/28: North York, Ontario.
Southern Ontario Hot Wheel Club Swap Meet. held at rear parking lot of Metro Toronto Police Association, 180 Yorkland Blvd. North of 401, south of Sheppard Ave.
Just west of Victoria Park Avenue.
NO cost, bring a table or just yourself and your extras. Trade, Buy, Sell.
Appox. Time 9am till 2pm(Weather Permitting) Contact- templetons.bsnc@sympatico.ca
== UK ==
UK Toy Fair/ Swap Meet Listing- dates, hrs. venues & contact info are provided at the link below. Just go to the top right hand corner and CLICK under "Show me dates for the next;" to get up to 8 weeks of listings:-)
www.diecast-collector.com/toyfairtimes/default.asp