Chattanooga, TN. Moparty Picnic, May 12th & 13th

Family should come first and I completely understand that. Also, I believe in being loyal to those who have supported the hobby and understand the issues of scheduling conflicts. Farmington has been going on for years and the Chattanooga show has been on and off for approximately the same amount of time.
The most important thing is to support what is available to you. I am as guilty as anyone about supporting the local shows, but we attend and vend at seven very large shows. I am very fortunate that I have that ability to attend these venues as most of them mean that you are away from home and the business for basically a week at a time. That is why I am promoting this show as much I can as it would give me a show basically in my back door. There is so many people in this area that who have not had the opportunity to attend a Carlisle or Nats type of venue. Some people have no desire to do so, but for those who would like the chance, this is an opportunity to start the building process.
I hope that I have not offended anyone and we all need to support the grass root shows. None of us are getting any younger and for the hobby to stay fresh and vibrant, we all need to work together, support the show promoters and organizers so that there is still the desire for people to come out and enjoy the various venues.