Dec 26 2008
More Events in January, 2009 for Scale Model Railroad Trains
More Events in January, 2009 for Scale Model Railroad Trains
January, 2009 has a huge selection of events for scale model railroad trains beginners and enthusiasts. There are so many events I had to add this second post to give you a good sampling. Make sure to check with local groups, clubs, dealers, museums, and parks for even more events close to your home. Magazines, blogs and online discussion groups are good sources for events of interest too.
January 2, 2009; January 3, 2009; January 4, 2009
Hazelton, Pennsylvania
The Anthracite Model Railroad Society will be hosting an Open House on Fridays and Saturdays from November 27th thru January 3rd, plus Sunday, January 4th, at the rear of 1057 Peace Street (Hanover Court). Hours will be from 5:00 pm. to 8:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving and Fridays; from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on January 4th. For more information, e-mail jps2102@verizon.net, chuckandmaryann@verizon.net, or trainnut@ptd.net; or visit www.amrsclub.org
January 3, 2009 - January 4, 2009
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
The Black Diamond Society of Model Engineers will be holding an Open House on Jan. 3-4, at 902 East Macada Road. Hours will be from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in November and December, and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in January. Attractions to include two floors of operating train displays in O, S, and HO scale, as well as pre-owned trains and accessories for sale. Admission: $3.00, adults; $1.00, students; under 6 admitted free. For more information, contact: C. Maguire, (610) 395-0752; www.bdsme.org
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Oaks)
The World’s Greatest Hobby On Tour will be held January 3-4, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Show hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Attractions will include entertainment, operation model layouts, manufacturers, and hobby shops. Admission: $10.00, adults; children under 16 admitted free; admission is good for both days. For more information, contact: World’s Greatest Hobby On Tour, P.O. Box 11, Elmhurst, IL 60126; (630) 279-5094; fax: (630) 214-4113; www.wghshow.com
January 3, 2009; January 4, 2009; January 10, 2009; January 11, 2009; February 7, 2009; and February 8, 2009
Richboro, Pennsylvania
The Abington Lines Model Railroad Club will be having Open House on Dec. 6-7, 13-14; Jan. 3-4, 10-11; and Feb. 7-8, at 2066 Second Street Pike (PA Rt. 232). Hours will be from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Attractions will include multiple trains with digital radio control and sound, two track mainline exceeding 1,000 feet in length, extensive trolley operation, a circus, operating roundhouse, industrial switching areas, waterfront with rail car ferries, wilderness waterfall, and multiple buildings with exquisite interior detailing. Admission is free; raffle trains, donations appreciated. For more information, call the Club at (215) 598-7720; or visit: www.abingtonlines.org
January 3, 2009; January 4, 2009; January 10, 2009; January 11, 2009; January 17, 2009; and January 18, 2009
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
The Cheltenhills Model Railroad Club will be having an Open House on January 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18, at Cheltenhills Model Railroad Club, 8000 Old York Road (at Railroad Bridge adjacent to Elkins Park Square). Admission is free; donations gratefully accepted. For more information, call (215) 635-9747.
January 10, 2009; January 11, 2009; January 17; January 18, 2009; January 24, 2009;and January 25, 2009
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
The Schuylkill Valley Model Railroad Club’s Annual Open House will be held December 6-7, January 10-11, 17-18, and 24-25th at 400 S. Main Street. Hours will be from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Attractions will include the club’s layout which models Reading to Philadelphia with numerous buttons that allow visitors to bring scenes to life, Thomas the Tank, and a scavenger hunt. Admission is free; donations gratefully accepted. For more information, visit or call the club on Tuesday evenings, (610) 935-1126; e-mail: svmodelrailroadclub@yahoo.com; or visit: www.svmrrc.com
January 10, 2009 - January 11, 2009
York, Pennsylvania
A Greenberg Train & Toy Show will be held January 10-11, at York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Avenue. Show hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days. Show will feature a huge marketplace of train, toy, and hobby dealers, operating model railroads, and instructional presentations. Admission: $7.00, adults good for both days; children under 12 admitted free. For more information, contact: Greenberg Shows, P.O. Box 34, Elmhurst, IL 60126; (630) 279-4087; e-mail: Staff@Greenbergshows.com; www.greenbergshows.com
January 11, 2009
Dalton, Ohio
The All Trains Swap Meet will be held on January 11th, at Montgomery Co. Fairgrounds, 1043 S. Main. Hours will be from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Attractions to include model trains in all scale, railroad antiques, and collectibles. Refreshments will be available. Admission: $5.00, adults; under 12 admitted free. For more information, contact: Larry Zeller, 1215 Camaro Ct., Piqua, OH 45356-9793; (937) 773-7186.
January 17, 2009 - January 18, 2009
Allentown, Pennsylvania
The Great Lehigh Valley Train Meet will be held on January 17-18th, at Merchants Square Mall, 1901 S. 12th Street. Hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. Attractions to include over 12,000 square feet of model trains, parts, railroadiana, operating layouts, door prizes, and more. Admission: $5.00, adults; children 12 and under admitted free with an adult. For more information, contact: Valley Rail Promotions, P.O. Box 64, Coplay, PA 18037; (610) 440-0487; www.valleygoto.com
Plano, Texas
The 24th Annual Dallas Area Train Show will be held on January 17-18th, at Plano Center, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway. Hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Admission: $7.00, adults; children under 12 admitted free. For more information, contact: Bart Bartholomew, 6403 Duffield Drive, Dallas, TX 75248; (972) 733-4998; www.dfwtrainshows.com
January 24, 2009 - January 25, 2009
Wilmington, North Carolina
The Cape Fear Model Railroad Club Inc. will be hosting its 12th Annual Model Railroad Show & Sale on January 24-25, at the American Legion Post 10 Building, 702 Pine Grove Drive. Show hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Attractions will include 43 vendor tables, free clinics, and operating layouts. Admission: $5.00, adults; $3.00, children 6-12; children under 6 admitted free. For more information, contact: Ben Jackson, (910) 270-2696; (910) 617-1724; or visit: www.CapeFearModelRailroadClub.org
January 31, 2009
La Crosse, Wisconsin
The 4000 Foundation will be hosting the 18th Annual “Great Tri-State Rail Sale” on January 31st, at the La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, located at Second and Pearl Streets. Show hours will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Attractions will include a railroad flea market, hobby sale, and swap meet. Admission: $4.00, adults; children under 12 admitted free. All proceeds to maintain and restore the La Crosse Short Line Railroad display. For more information, contact: The 4000 Foundation, P.O. Box 3411, La Crosse, WI 54602; (608) 582-4761; e-mail: pdlamke@juno.com; www.4000foundation.com
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