Presidents Message

Hello Everyone,

   Spring is here and summer is on its way. That means the air is full of auctions, shows,  flea markets, and many outdoor outings.

    Back in April, there was a local gathering in North Carolina hosted by Keith and Glynda Morris, they had a very good turnout. People came from as far as England, South Carolina, Wisconsin, Georgia, Virginia, Illinois and Ohio.  Bill Petrochuk and Chuck and Betty Friedman also were nice enough to open up their homes to show their collections.
Everyone had a good time and there was plenty of food. THANK YOU!

    There will be more local gatherings, coming so watch for an email blast for information.  Think about having a local gathering in your area?They are another way of showing your collections and meeting all your great members. If you have any questions about it, you can always contact me and I will help you out in anyway I can.

    By the time this magazine gets to you, the Spring Chicagoland show would have come and gone. I hope you were able to attend or set up, and that you were able to find some fantastic finds.

    The fall show dates are out. They will be October 23 and the 24th, 2026, hopefully you will be able to attend and support the show.

      I am going to check into having a club visit to Jasper at the fall show in October so watch for email blast on what’s happening trying for the 22nd which is a Thursday.

    We will also have our brief meeting and COCA Hall of Fame award at that time, so if you have a person to nominate for the Hall of Fame, please submit it to us soon. Submit your nominations via email to:   Contact@coinopclub.org   Be sure to include a brief summary of quaifications for induction.
    Have a fantastic summer!

      Until we meet again
      John R Fifer, President