I am coming. Who else is planning to be there? E21 can we meet as Milwaukee nuts?
Dick
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God willin and the crick don't rise I'll be there.
The Rockford O Scalers group will be attending the show and we hope to see/meet many of your there. We will also be open as part of the March Meet layout tours . The layout is about 1:15 west/north west of the show and we will be open Saturday night from 7:00 to 9:30 and Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00. Please check out the facebook page "Rockford O Scalers" if you would like to see what the layout looks like.
John Handlogten
Amy and I will be there with the magazine and hosting the model contest.
Is there a web address where I can get info on times, location, etc., for this show? Thx in advance.
How come there are no photos under the photos drop down?
Mine brings up nothing.
Wait, it does bring up a pdf in Google Chrome. Brings up nothing in Internet Explorer.
oscaletrains posted:Wait, it does bring up a pdf in Google Chrome. Brings up nothing in Internet Explorer.
Works fine on IE on my computer.......
Looking forward to thee "March Meet" always a fun gathering of good folks and trains . I'll have vintage O scale on display and host an open house as part of the meet . Look forward to seeing everyone .
Cheers Carey
THE GREATEST O SCALE SHOW ON EARTH will be there with a pocket full of money
Am prepared to be debauched by the allurements.
mwb posted:oscaletrains posted:Wait, it does bring up a pdf in Google Chrome. Brings up nothing in Internet Explorer.
Works fine on IE on my computer.......
Works on mine too.
Breakfast at Verdict Restaurant 7am to 7:30 am before show
Address: 600 S County Farm Rd suite 100, Wheaton, IL 60187
I'll be there near, around, at the White River tables so stop by and say hi!
AlanRail posted:Breakfast at Verdict Restaurant 7am to 7:30 am before show
Address: 600 S County Farm Rd suite 100, Wheaton, IL 60187
Isn't that a pretty fair distance from the Weston Hotel, in Lombard? Why not just eat in the restaurant in the hotel, just off the lobby? Harry Cary's isn't it?
rattler21 posted:CBQer posted:I am coming. Who else is planning to be there? E21 can we meet as Milwaukee nuts?
Dick
Dick, Is the Internet address in your Profile correct? Two sent messages have bounced. John Mateyko in Lansing, ILL
cbqer@aol.com
Some of us Brits are staying a few days in the hotel. Apart from dealing with all the bargains on Saturday, getting to Denny's up the road by 7.00am is sure to be our hardest task.
Jason
We really were set up to go. Airline tickets and table purchased, hotel reservations made, inventory ready to ship and then everything went haywire. Went in for what was supposed to be a simple procedure and spent the next 6 days in intensive care. From what they tell me, the first few days were really ugly (I was unconscious and have zero recollection).
Bottom line, I'm bailing this year. Too much work with my diminished stamina. Okay, it ain't all doom & gloom. I feeling better than I've felt in quite a while. Next year, we go for sure...bet on it!
Jay
Jay C posted:We really were set up to go. Airline tickets and table purchased, hotel reservations made, inventory ready to ship and then everything went haywire. Went in for what was supposed to be a simple procedure and spent the next 6 days in intensive care. From what they tell me, the first few days were really ugly (I was unconscious and have zero recollection).
Bottom line, I'm bailing this year. Too much work with my diminished stamina. Okay, it ain't all doom & gloom. I feeling better than I've felt in quite a while. Next year, we go for sure...bet on it!
Jay
We'll be praying for you Jay! You'll have twice as much stamina for next year's show. 
Golly Jay, that’s terrible thank God your ok now or at least feeling better. 
Stay well 
Glad you're recovering Jay. You're a valuable resource. Best wishes.
Thanks for the get well wishes. Truth is, I'm feeling great. I'm sure my doctor will tell me otherwise...nothing new there!
Jay
Dear List,
I will be there driving out with George Losse from New Jersey.
Bringing about 100 Champ, Microscale and other decal sets to thin the herd !! $8.00 each complete set.
See you there.
John
Strasburg Show 04/06/2019
I've never been to this meet before even though it's right in my own backyard! Oops!!
I typically look for newer Legacy stuff, is there usually much there?? Thanks.
Dear Jeff,
This a 2 rail Scale show. John
True, but I've always heard there are 3 railers there as well. That's why I asked.
Jeff T posted:True, but I've always heard there are 3 railers there as well. That's why I asked.
They do attend, but there's very little if any 3-rail items at this meet.
there are 3 railers that attend for sure. the show is aimed at 2-rail and is one of the few that is. But the scenery stuff, buildings and such for the layout fit O scale regardless of 2 or 3 rail. You just won't much, especialy 3 rail locos. the scale cars do show up.
Thanks! Looks like I'll save my $20 for something else!!
Say hey to Mike Hill!
You'll miss some great O scale from all eras. You might enjoy just browsing the brass models.
I will be there again this year with 6 tables! Stop by and say hi!
I will not be attending Chicago due to being in my 6th week out of 7 being treated for cancer. I requested the show let someone else have my table this year and requested the same table for 2020. I look forward to seeing everyone's post and the more pictures the better.
Ken Towler-American Lightweight
Hello all ...the March Meet is almost here ... I got one of the loops running for the outside 3rd rail last night !!! Just in time for an open house . Look forward to seeing everyone art the great meet .
Cheers Carey 
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Not one person on here has said when it is, or where it is in March.
This should answer all questions ...if not see link for more info....
Chicago O Scale March Meet
March, 15, 16 and 17th, 2019
Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
Lombard, IL
Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
Lombard, IL
Friday, March 15th
10am - 3 pm Self-guided tour of the Illinois Railway Museum. The museum is technically closed until April, but they have graciously agreed to open up for attendees of our show. Please drive around the back of the museum to Gate 5, and press the buzzer to be let in. If you have any problems, please contact 630-254-3007 for assistance. Please leave a goodwill donation in the office after your tour.
1 4-9 pm Dealer set-up in Grand Ballroom
7-8 pm O Scale Kings Meeting (Open to all)
8-9 pm Proto 48 Meeting (Open to all)
Four Layout Tours available for viewing
Saturday, March 16th
8 - 9 am Dealers set-up in exhibit halls
9 - 5 pm Show open to the public
9-11 pm Model contest admission accepted
9-3 pm Model contest open for viewing and voting
1-2 pm Clinic by Paul Hanson - How to run your trains: DC, DCC, and Deadrail
3 pm Clinic - Gerry Cornwell, former owner of Mt. Albert Scale Lumber, reviews the methods and tools for making fine scale lumber. Gerry also explains and demonstrates some techniques for modelling weathered wood, a guide to the tools required, and a brief look at some of the newer coloring techniques; particularly PanPastels.
3:30 pm Model contest winners announced, all admissions picked up from contest room
5 pm Show closes for evening
Seven Layout Tours available for viewing
Sunday, March 17th
8:30 am Vendor set-up
9 - 2 pm Show open to the public
11 am Clinic- Bob Lavezzi shows you the ins and outs of hand-laid trackwork.
Six Layout Tours available for viewing
eddie g posted:Not one person on here has said when it is, or where it is in March.
2 rail meet advertised in 2 rail magazines and on web sites......and only announced over a year ago.
eddie g posted:Not one person on here has said when it is, or where it is in March.
That's because they are ALL 2-Rail SCALE modelers (note that this thread is on the 2-Rail SCALE Forum), and you are much more interested in York anyway.
Eddie G - - do a search for "March Meet O Scale" and the website for the meet will pop up. They even have a photo section with past years.
