NAMHSA - October 1-15, 2010 News

News & Updates

NAMHSA News for the period of October 1-15, 2010 based on the minutes compiled by Bobbi Devine, Recording Secretary

OCTOBER 1
--Discussion continued regarding a bounced check issue. The bounced check was paid (covered) by the check writer within two days of notification. The NAMHSA Treasurer (Carmen Robertson) noted that it took longer than usual for the bounced check to come to her attention because she was not able to deposit the check for ~20 days after its receipt. The delay stems from the fact that the nearest Bank of America (where NAMHSA has its account) is about a 30 mile trip for Carmen.

--After further discussion, the Board agreed that the Show Member Secretaries would enforce the policy that requires that both show applications and payment be received by the 60 day deadline, or a show could not be approved.

OCTOBER 3
--Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary submitted the September 15-30, 2010 minutes report. These were approved with amendments on September 13.

--Marilou Mol (Region 8 Representative) posted that she had discussed options for allowing late application submissions with the Show Membership Secretaries and suggested that it may be time to reopen discussion for putting a policy in place.

--Gail Schuenemann (SMS) posted the newly approved shows listing:

REGION 1

Spooky Live
10/30/2010
St. Helens, OR
Melissa Clegg

Ring in the New Year Mini Show
1/15/2011
Kent, WA
Amy Peck

REGION 2
No shows to report

REGION 3

OSC: Tucson Mountain Live
10/30/2010
Tucson, AZ
Pat McDonald

REGION 4

Dream Acres Live Model Show
11/13/2010
Parkersburg, IA
Letrisha Wise

Crystal Creek Riders Double Judged All Halter & Collector Model Horse Show
11/20/2010
Randolph, WI
Kathy Gunderson

REGION 5

Mid Ark Model Horse Expo
11/20/2010
Greenbrier, AR
Tracy Rogalla

REGION 6

Rockin' Redneck Round-Up Live
11/27/2010
Kissimmee, FL
Lori Daniels

MITS (Models In The Sunshine)
1/15-1/16/2011
Ocala, FL
Jackie Moore and Cindy Dilks

REGION 7
No shows to report

REGION 8

Little Horse Show 2010
10/30/2010
Shipshewana, IN
Sandy Cord

Novi Equestrian Expo
11/13/2010
Novi, MI
Donna Pontius

REGION 9

Ride For Pride 4-H 15th Annual Model Horse Show
11/6/2010
Leesport, PA
Wendy Twaddell (Ride For Pride 4-H)

South Jersey Classic
11/13/2010
Sewell, NJ
Lisa Smalley

REGION 10

Southern Connecticut Live
11/20/2010
Fairfield, CT
Sara Roche

REGION 11
No shows to report

OCTOBER 4
--Eleanor Harvey (2010 NAN Co-Chair) posted an update on the missing Region 2 basket. Eleanor had learned that sadly, the Holiday Inn North disposed of the basket. Full details were posted publicly.

OCTOBER 5
--Carra McClelland (Region 4 Representative) posted that the MSOTY runner up certificates had not been received by the winners. She said that she could reprint and mail the certificates within the next two weeks. Teresa Buzzell (R3) offered to do them right away upon receipt of the files.

OCTOBER 6
--Teresa Buzzell (Region 3 Representative) inquired if there was a reason that NAMHSA needs to keep its bank account at Bank of America since Carmen Robertson (Treasurer) does not live close to one.

--Bobbi Devine posted the ballot to be sent to the membership for the purpose of voting on Jackie Arns-Rossi's nomination for filling the vacant President position to the board.

--Carmen Robertson posted the August 2010 Treasurer's Report:

8/1/2010 through 8/31/2010
Total Income: $5,911.28
Total Expenses: -$16,839.61
Overall Total: -$10,928.33

Balance in BoA Checking 8/31/10- $101,858.48
Balance in Paypal 8/31/10- $201.93
Balance in NAMHSA Accounts 8/31/10- $102,060.41

OCTOBER 9
--Silke Brockmoeller (Vice President) announced that she had just spoken with a representative of the Marriott in Tuscon (NAN 2011 location) and relayed that the dates for NAN needed to be moved up a week earlier than initially planned. The hotel had a conflict in dates. The new dates for NAN 2011 are June 17, 18, and 19, 2011.

--Pauline Entin (Public Relations) posted a draft of the post to be sent to the hobby public announcing the new NAN 2011 dates and invited comments/edits.

OCTOBER 11
--Bobbi Devine emailed ballots for the membership to vote on Jackie Arns-Rossi's nomination to serve the remainder of the Presidential term.

OCTOBER 13
--Silke Brockmoeller posted the latest agenda:
1- Jackie Arns has been approved by the BoD for NAMHSA President to fill the remainder of Liesl Dalpe's term. Vote is out to general membership.
2 - NAN 2010 open items - Carmen posted auction results, checks were mailed for judges and volunteers.
3 - NAN 2011 - Tucson contract has been signed by Silke Brockmoeller
4 - NAN 2011 Date Change - Formal announcement has been put out to general membership
5 - Judging Handbook Committee - need update
6 - Discuss fees for late show applications
7 - Need to post solicitations for NAN Chair and Sponsorship Chair for 2011
8 – Junior IM/Merit Award programs -tabled
9 – Online ballots/voting -tabled
10 – Merchant account -tabled
11 – Nondisclosure form -tabled
12 – Allowing fantasy equines in collectibility/workmanship
13 – Individual Membership period
14 – Need to discuss on continuing with NAN auction, and need for auction Chair (need input from past steering committee members)
16 - delinquent show results

OCTOBER 14
--Marilou Mol posted that she had been contacted by a couple of members concerned that the Board was not following proper procedure for the ongoing membership vote to replace Liesl Dalpe. Eleanor Harvey responded that while Roberts Rules of Order are followed by the Board in general, the bylaws take precedence. And since the bylaws in this case do not provide complete direction, prior protocol is being followed. Discussion ensued.

OCTOBER 15
--Silke Brockmoeller informed the Board that she was leaving for vacation and would not return until November 1st. Eleanor Harvey will assist during her absence.

REGIONAL REPORTS
Region 1 (Tracy Eilers)
September was a lovely month with two shows here in the Pacific Northwest. Sarah Tregay had her Appaloosa Country show over in Boise, ID and all reports have been that entrants had a wonderful time. Our annual Rose City Live was also held in Portland, OR and the hostesses Vicki and Amy put on a great event.
October brings us some colder temperatures and the start of the rainy season, but that won't stop us from holding a few more shows before the start of the holidays! Check out our lineup for this month!
-October 16, 2010: TVMHC All Mini Show in Boise, ID
-October 16, 2010: Tri Cities Fall Classic Model Horse Show in Pasco, WA
-October 30, 2010: Spooky Live in St Helens, OR
Happy Horsey Halloween!
******

Region 2 (Tom Dean)
September 18th brought us Mini-Mayhem hosted by Chris Jones, followed by Three Ring Circus hosted by Robin Kent and Marie Sobieski on the 19th. Both were held in San Martin and featured highly competitive classes. It was great to chat with old and new friends, as well as get some of our models back in the fray. September 25th brought us Santa Ynez Pony Play Day in Santa Ynez hosted by Linn Kinsky. Did not have a report on this show but trust that all in attendance had a good day. The 25th and 26th also featured So-Cal Showdown Series - Ridgecrest by Jacquie Fernandez. From all reports, well organized and greatly enjoyed by all in attendance.
******

Region 3 (Teresa Buzzell)
September was a busy month for those of us in Region 3 with three shows in Colorado and another in Arizona. First up was Red Devil Live OF Stone/China plus CMG - or, RDL 2 held in Golden, CO on Sept 4 by Teresa Fedak. As always, it was great fun to see old friends, new purchases and a generous class list. And, the generous class list just got more and more generous with some judicious class splitting. I kept myself even more busy than normal by scribing for the china classes - which also gave me prime drooling positioning!
The following weekend, a bunch of us made the trek up the mountains to Rocky Mountain Rendezvous, our annual Stone show held in the Rocky Mountain National Forest. This was the fifth show in five weekend for me, but it didn't even feel like it. From the BBQ on Friday night to the backed up toilet in the judge's cabin on Sunday am and everything in between, it was a great weekend for all involved. I had the pleasure of judging everything clinky, which is always a lot of fun, and show in everything else. And, I managed to come home with a trophy in the performance division - which was hard fought between just two of us crazy people! Mega congrats for newbie show host, Jim West. He even signed on for next year - so with all the class tweaks talked about, it should be even better next year!

On September 18, the Tucson show OSC: Stock Horse Classic was held. From the chatter I heard, it was a lot of fun and a great success. Unfortunately, I did not see any photo links to share! Last, but not least, for the month was the Redline Revival OF Mini show in Jim West's house in Colorado Springs. A few of us made the trek to Jim's house - which held a host of "other" things to do besides pay attention to the judges around the kitchen table (aka show ring)! I must admit to making more than a few treks to the basement to play on the full size pinball machines... And, I can say first hand that the house was clean and tidy and Jim (and others in the area) are excellent cooks as we potlucked for lunch. And, in case anyone is curious, I made chocolate chip cookie dough truffles. Thanks much again to Jim for opening up upstairs, downstairs and in between to us! (Rumor has it that more small "Jim's house" shows will be occurring next year!)

Upcoming for October:
Crazy Ladies Love Clinkies, Oct 23 in Westminster, CO. Contact me if you're interested - we have room!
OSC: Tucson Mountain Live, Oct 30 in Tucson. Contact Pat McDonald for more information. (Contact info on namhsa.org)
******

Region 4 (Carra McClelland)
September was a quietly fabulous month in Region 4. Our weather is getting cooler, football started and the leaves have begun to change. Many of us are acquiring new horses to show and already talking about the spring show season! September 25 saw Party on the Platte in Ashland Nebraska! A good time was had by all, including a MASSIVE pot luck lunch on show day and a drop in by an adorable baby boy! We were lucky to have EL from Chicago as one of our judges!

November brings 2 shows our way:
November 13, 2010: Dream Acres Live Model Show in Parkersburg, IA. Contact: Letrisha Wise.
November 20, 2010: Crystal Creek Rider's Show in Randolph, WI. Contact: Kathy Gunderson
******

Region 5 (Lori Batchelor)
September brought the return of Red River Live in Gainesville, Texas on Labor Day weekend. A great show at a really unique setting. Then on September 18 Mid Kansas was held just outside of Wichita, Ks. October will bring us Cajun Country Live in Vinton, LA on October 9&10. And then the Model Horse Expo in Wichita Falls, TX on October 16. Looking forward to November, there will be the Red Dirt Roundup in Midwest City, OK on November 13 &14 followed by the Mid-Ark Model Horse Expo in Greenbrier, Arkansas on November 20.
So if you are in or near Region five this fall, you can't say there isn't a show somewhere near you!
Hope to see a lot of you out showing!
******

Region 6 (Jackie Moore)
Hello All!
Heart of Carolina Live was held on Sept 18 in Cary, NC. Hostess April Pack put on another great show, and the competition was described as "friendly but fierce." By the reports of the youth division, the future of the hobby is bright in NC! At the time of this report, The 23rd annual Southern Model Horse Convention has already taken place in Covington, GA, but I will leave that show report for the October Region report. :)
Next up on the calendar is Peach State Live in Gainesville, GA on November 13, and Rockin' Redneck Roundup Live in Kissimmee, FL on November 27.
******

Region 7 (Heather Jackson-Lain)
September finds region 7 still with no shows for another month. Next shows start up in October with the All American Quarter Horse Congress Live in Columbus Ohio on October 9th hosted by Kim Bjorgo-Thorne.
Quickly followed by the second annual Cookeville Classic Live (2010 MSOTY hosted by Kylee Demers on October 16th in Cookeville Tn.
I hope to see lots of friends both new and old at both shows.
Heather
******

Region 8 (Marilou Mol)
Hi, all!
September was a busy month in Region 8! The first show was Meows & Minis, held on September 11 in Itasca, Illinois. The show is hosted by Chris Wallbruch and is a benefit for the Cat Guardians No-Kill shelter. Always a fun time, Meows & Minis features wonderful and plentiful donations, stiff competition, and a lot of fun! A record $3000 was raised for the kitties. Way to go, Chris!
September 18 was the date for the Great Lakes Congress No Frills Stone Specialty Show, held in Huntley, Illinois. GLC regularly hosts No-Frills shows, which use recycled ribbons and are a fundraiser show for the club and the "big" show. For this specialty show, any OF plastic model shown was a Stone Horse. The competition was tough and fun, and the entrants were able to buy new Stone models direct from Stone Horses and Breyer models from Bentley Sales.
The Fall Show in Osseo, Michigan, was held on September 25. The show was hosted by Silke Brockmoeller, and while I was unable to make it to this one, I can vouch for the fact that any show held by Silke will be well-run and enjoyable to attend!
Also in September, the Michigan UP Equifest held its annual horse show event. Always well attended, the model show is hosted by Adonica Badura in Escanaba. I always hear that this show is huge and is excellent publicity for our hobby!
October appears to be pretty quiet in Region 8, but as I write this, the weather is beautiful! Enjoy!
******

Region 9 (Pat Coulter)
No Report
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Region 10 (Kate Cabot)
No Report
******

Region 11 (Sandra Gibson)
No Report

Posted by Pauline Entin, NAMHSA PR 11/17/2010

Last updated on November 18, 2010

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The delay stems from the fact that the nearest Bank of America (where NAMHSA has its account) is about a 30 mile trip for Carmen. --After further discussion, the Board agreed that the Show Member Secretaries would enforce the policy that requires that both show applications and payment be received by the 60 day deadline, or a show could not be approved. OCTOBER 3 --Bobbi Devine (Recording Secretary submitted the September 15-30, 2010 minutes report. These were approved with amendments on September 13. --Marilou Mol (Region 8 Representative) posted that she had discussed options for allowing late application submissions with the Show Membership Secretaries and suggested that it may be time to reopen discussion for putting a policy in place. --Gail Schuenemann (SMS) posted the newly approved shows listing: REGION 1 Spooky Live 10/30/2010 St. Helens, OR Melissa Clegg Ring in the New Year Mini Show 1/15/2011 Kent, WA Amy Peck REGION 2 No shows to report REGION 3 OSC: Tucson Mountain Live 10/30/2010 Tucson, AZ Pat McDonald REGION 4 Dream Acres Live Model Show 11/13/2010 Parkersburg, IA Letrisha Wise Crystal Creek Riders Double Judged All Halter & Collector Model Horse Show 11/20/2010 Randolph, WI Kathy Gunderson REGION 5 Mid Ark Model Horse Expo 11/20/2010 Greenbrier, AR Tracy Rogalla REGION 6 Rockin' Redneck Round-Up Live 11/27/2010 Kissimmee, FL Lori Daniels MITS (Models In The Sunshine) 1/15-1/16/2011 Ocala, FL Jackie Moore and Cindy Dilks REGION 7 No shows to report REGION 8 Little Horse Show 2010 10/30/2010 Shipshewana, IN Sandy Cord Novi Equestrian Expo 11/13/2010 Novi, MI Donna Pontius REGION 9 Ride For Pride 4-H 15th Annual Model Horse Show 11/6/2010 Leesport, PA Wendy Twaddell (Ride For Pride 4-H) South Jersey Classic 11/13/2010 Sewell, NJ Lisa Smalley REGION 10 Southern Connecticut Live 11/20/2010 Fairfield, CT Sara Roche REGION 11 No shows to report OCTOBER 4 --Eleanor Harvey (2010 NAN Co-Chair) posted an update on the missing Region 2 basket. Eleanor had learned that sadly, the Holiday Inn North disposed of the basket. Full details were posted publicly. OCTOBER 5 --Carra McClelland (Region 4 Representative) posted that the MSOTY runner up certificates had not been received by the winners. She said that she could reprint and mail the certificates within the next two weeks. Teresa Buzzell (R3) offered to do them right away upon receipt of the files. OCTOBER 6 --Teresa Buzzell (Region 3 Representative) inquired if there was a reason that NAMHSA needs to keep its bank account at Bank of America since Carmen Robertson (Treasurer) does not live close to one. --Bobbi Devine posted the ballot to be sent to the membership for the purpose of voting on Jackie Arns-Rossi's nomination for filling the vacant President position to the board. --Carmen Robertson posted the August 2010 Treasurer's Report: 8/1/2010 through 8/31/2010 Total Income: $5,911.28 Total Expenses: -$16,839.61 Overall Total: -$10,928.33 Balance in BoA Checking 8/31/10- $101,858.48 Balance in Paypal 8/31/10- $201.93 Balance in NAMHSA Accounts 8/31/10- $102,060.41 OCTOBER 9 --Silke Brockmoeller (Vice President) announced that she had just spoken with a representative of the Marriott in Tuscon (NAN 2011 location) and relayed that the dates for NAN needed to be moved up a week earlier than initially planned. The hotel had a conflict in dates. The new dates for NAN 2011 are June 17, 18, and 19, 2011. --Pauline Entin (Public Relations) posted a draft of the post to be sent to the hobby public announcing the new NAN 2011 dates and invited comments/edits. OCTOBER 11 --Bobbi Devine emailed ballots for the membership to vote on Jackie Arns-Rossi's nomination to serve the remainder of the Presidential term. OCTOBER 13 --Silke Brockmoeller posted the latest agenda: 1- Jackie Arns has been approved by the BoD for NAMHSA President to fill the remainder of Liesl Dalpe's term. Vote is out to general membership. 2 - NAN 2010 open items - Carmen posted auction results, checks were mailed for judges and volunteers. 3 - NAN 2011 - Tucson contract has been signed by Silke Brockmoeller 4 - NAN 2011 Date Change - Formal announcement has been put out to general membership 5 - Judging Handbook Committee - need update 6 - Discuss fees for late show applications 7 - Need to post solicitations for NAN Chair and Sponsorship Chair for 2011 8 – Junior IM/Merit Award programs -tabled 9 – Online ballots/voting -tabled 10 – Merchant account -tabled 11 – Nondisclosure form -tabled 12 – Allowing fantasy equines in collectibility/workmanship 13 – Individual Membership period 14 – Need to discuss on continuing with NAN auction, and need for auction Chair (need input from past steering committee members) 16 - delinquent show results OCTOBER 14 --Marilou Mol posted that she had been contacted by a couple of members concerned that the Board was not following proper procedure for the ongoing membership vote to replace Liesl Dalpe. Eleanor Harvey responded that while Roberts Rules of Order are followed by the Board in general, the bylaws take precedence. And since the bylaws in this case do not provide complete direction, prior protocol is being followed. Discussion ensued. OCTOBER 15 --Silke Brockmoeller informed the Board that she was leaving for vacation and would not return until November 1st. Eleanor Harvey will assist during her absence. REGIONAL REPORTS Region 1 (Tracy Eilers) September was a lovely month with two shows here in the Pacific Northwest. Sarah Tregay had her Appaloosa Country show over in Boise, ID and all reports have been that entrants had a wonderful time. Our annual Rose City Live was also held in Portland, OR and the hostesses Vicki and Amy put on a great event. October brings us some colder temperatures and the start of the rainy season, but that won't stop us from holding a few more shows before the start of the holidays! Check out our lineup for this month! -October 16, 2010: TVMHC All Mini Show in Boise, ID -October 16, 2010: Tri Cities Fall Classic Model Horse Show in Pasco, WA -October 30, 2010: Spooky Live in St Helens, OR Happy Horsey Halloween! **** Region 2 (Tom Dean) September 18th brought us Mini-Mayhem hosted by Chris Jones, followed by Three Ring Circus hosted by Robin Kent and Marie Sobieski on the 19th. Both were held in San Martin and featured highly competitive classes. It was great to chat with old and new friends, as well as get some of our models back in the fray. September 25th brought us Santa Ynez Pony Play Day in Santa Ynez hosted by Linn Kinsky. Did not have a report on this show but trust that all in attendance had a good day. The 25th and 26th also featured So-Cal Showdown Series - Ridgecrest by Jacquie Fernandez. From all reports, well organized and greatly enjoyed by all in attendance. ** Region 3 (Teresa Buzzell) September was a busy month for those of us in Region 3 with three shows in Colorado and another in Arizona. First up was Red Devil Live OF Stone/China plus CMG - or, RDL 2 held in Golden, CO on Sept 4 by Teresa Fedak. As always, it was great fun to see old friends, new purchases and a generous class list. And, the generous class list just got more and more generous with some judicious class splitting. I kept myself even more busy than normal by scribing for the china classes - which also gave me prime drooling positioning! The following weekend, a bunch of us made the trek up the mountains to Rocky Mountain Rendezvous, our annual Stone show held in the Rocky Mountain National Forest. This was the fifth show in five weekend for me, but it didn't even feel like it. From the BBQ on Friday night to the backed up toilet in the judge's cabin on Sunday am and everything in between, it was a great weekend for all involved. I had the pleasure of judging everything clinky, which is always a lot of fun, and show in everything else. And, I managed to come home with a trophy in the performance division - which was hard fought between just two of us crazy people! Mega congrats for newbie show host, Jim West. He even signed on for next year - so with all the class tweaks talked about, it should be even better next year! On September 18, the Tucson show OSC: Stock Horse Classic was held. From the chatter I heard, it was a lot of fun and a great success. Unfortunately, I did not see any photo links to share! Last, but not least, for the month was the Redline Revival OF Mini show in Jim West's house in Colorado Springs. A few of us made the trek to Jim's house - which held a host of "other" things to do besides pay attention to the judges around the kitchen table (aka show ring)! I must admit to making more than a few treks to the basement to play on the full size pinball machines... And, I can say first hand that the house was clean and tidy and Jim (and others in the area) are excellent cooks as we potlucked for lunch. And, in case anyone is curious, I made chocolate chip cookie dough truffles. Thanks much again to Jim for opening up upstairs, downstairs and in between to us! (Rumor has it that more small "Jim's house" shows will be occurring next year!) Upcoming for October: Crazy Ladies Love Clinkies, Oct 23 in Westminster, CO. Contact me if you're interested - we have room! OSC: Tucson Mountain Live, Oct 30 in Tucson. Contact Pat McDonald for more information. (Contact info on namhsa.org) ** Region 4 (Carra McClelland) September was a quietly fabulous month in Region 4. Our weather is getting cooler, football started and the leaves have begun to change. Many of us are acquiring new horses to show and already talking about the spring show season! September 25 saw Party on the Platte in Ashland Nebraska! A good time was had by all, including a MASSIVE pot luck lunch on show day and a drop in by an adorable baby boy! We were lucky to have EL from Chicago as one of our judges! November brings 2 shows our way: November 13, 2010: Dream Acres Live Model Show in Parkersburg, IA. Contact: Letrisha Wise. November 20, 2010: Crystal Creek Rider's Show in Randolph, WI. Contact: Kathy Gunderson ** Region 5 (Lori Batchelor) September brought the return of Red River Live in Gainesville, Texas on Labor Day weekend. A great show at a really unique setting. Then on September 18 Mid Kansas was held just outside of Wichita, Ks. October will bring us Cajun Country Live in Vinton, LA on October 9&10. And then the Model Horse Expo in Wichita Falls, TX on October 16. Looking forward to November, there will be the Red Dirt Roundup in Midwest City, OK on November 13 &14 followed by the Mid-Ark Model Horse Expo in Greenbrier, Arkansas on November 20. So if you are in or near Region five this fall, you can't say there isn't a show somewhere near you! Hope to see a lot of you out showing! ** Region 6 (Jackie Moore) Hello All! Heart of Carolina Live was held on Sept 18 in Cary, NC. Hostess April Pack put on another great show, and the competition was described as "friendly but fierce." By the reports of the youth division, the future of the hobby is bright in NC! At the time of this report, The 23rd annual Southern Model Horse Convention has already taken place in Covington, GA, but I will leave that show report for the October Region report. :) Next up on the calendar is Peach State Live in Gainesville, GA on November 13, and Rockin' Redneck Roundup Live in Kissimmee, FL on November 27. ** Region 7 (Heather Jackson-Lain) September finds region 7 still with no shows for another month. Next shows start up in October with the All American Quarter Horse Congress Live in Columbus Ohio on October 9th hosted by Kim Bjorgo-Thorne. Quickly followed by the second annual Cookeville Classic Live (2010 MSOTY hosted by Kylee Demers on October 16th in Cookeville Tn. I hope to see lots of friends both new and old at both shows. Heather ** Region 8 (Marilou Mol) Hi, all! September was a busy month in Region 8! The first show was Meows & Minis, held on September 11 in Itasca, Illinois. The show is hosted by Chris Wallbruch and is a benefit for the Cat Guardians No-Kill shelter. Always a fun time, Meows & Minis features wonderful and plentiful donations, stiff competition, and a lot of fun! A record $3000 was raised for the kitties. Way to go, Chris! September 18 was the date for the Great Lakes Congress No Frills Stone Specialty Show, held in Huntley, Illinois. GLC regularly hosts No-Frills shows, which use recycled ribbons and are a fundraiser show for the club and the "big" show. For this specialty show, any OF plastic model shown was a Stone Horse. The competition was tough and fun, and the entrants were able to buy new Stone models direct from Stone Horses and Breyer models from Bentley Sales. The Fall Show in Osseo, Michigan, was held on September 25. The show was hosted by Silke Brockmoeller, and while I was unable to make it to this one, I can vouch for the fact that any show held by Silke will be well-run and enjoyable to attend! Also in September, the Michigan UP Equifest held its annual horse show event. Always well attended, the model show is hosted by Adonica Badura in Escanaba. I always hear that this show is huge and is excellent publicity for our hobby! October appears to be pretty quiet in Region 8, but as I write this, the weather is beautiful! Enjoy! ** Region 9 (Pat Coulter) No Report ** Region 10 (Kate Cabot) No Report **** Region 11 (Sandra Gibson) No Report Posted by Pauline Entin, NAMHSA PR 11/17/2010
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