Everybody almost ready for The VCCC convention?

[gottahaveahoove]

Just think, this time next week, we'll all be together, or will be en route. It's be wonderful to reunite with old friends, and to also meet new folks. So, put in your fresh bags, light bulbs, belts, etc.. Pack your bags and get ready.
"going to Kansas City....Kansas City here we come"!

 

[kloveland]

Oh yes!

We will have over 30 people attending. I have a feeling the free and for sale piles are going to be big this year. I'm bringing ten vacuums myself to put in the free pile. Another member talked about renting a van to haul his vacuums to the convention. I'm currently working on the attractions list for the convention. There will be plenty of vac shops, thrift stores and estate sales for us to shop at. I don’t think we will be short of vacuums. I know our members will find some treasures to bring home.

It will be a fun time! I’ll post pictures to our club’s website and possibly here. The convention is June 27th to June 30th. That’s next week! It’s coming up fast!


http://www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.org/annual-convention/

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Will be

FANTASTIC !!!

 

[Deleted member 1090]

can i ask why no vccc meet in Canada >?

 

[kloveland]

Well, I guess because the VCCC started in the US and we currently do not have any members in Canada. We did at one time when Vacuumland and the VCCC were one. We have had members from Canada attend our conventions. I've met Brad and Dave.

 

[Deleted member 1090]

Well that explains it im Canadian il save up to join the VCCC club

 

[swivelsean]

Everything's up to date in Kansas City

A week away...yea!

I.m looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting new collectors too! Thanks to Chad, our club president, for organizing this. Because of the generosity of club members and VCCC supporters there will plenty of vacuums for sale, free, trading, and to play with.

I'll be driving from New Mexico, and I know Luke will be driving from Ohio. I think John L will have us both beat as he's driving from Oregon. John, are you driving from PA or taking the Golden Argosy from Rome again this year?
See everyone soon
Sean

 

[kloveland]

Compactc9guy

We will be having one in Pennsylvania in about two years. It's closer to your side of Canada. Hope you can make that one.

 

[Deleted member 1090]

Ill see what i can do whit no car yet id fly there but have to catch a cab and hotel its a big trip bigger if i bring vacuum well see .

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Kenny,

Does that mean "Scranton" is a go??

 

[paulg]

Very much looking forward to this meet.

Seeing friends again is really terrific. And every year the meets are a little different with interesting vacs, stories and a different mix of people. Always interesting with something new to learn and a few laughs to boot!

It was great to see Sean and Rick recently. We shared a whisp of a vintage vacuum event recently and I am eager to see how their new finds worked out. I’ll have a to live vicariously through them as all I have succeeded in doing is picking up a few old bags at estate sales.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

And, it's ALWAYS

great to see you, too.

 

[akabent]

Everything's Up to Date........

<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Well,... if  EVERYTHING'S  up to date in Kansas City, how could I miss that??   The past few Conventions have been so incredible...I'm SO looking forward to more of the same this year in Kansas City.  Many people had asked for another Mid-West Convention,<span style="font-size: 18pt;"> so</span> here we are! </span>


<span style="font-size: 14pt;"> Since flying is at an ALL TIME HIGH, I hope those flying the Friendly Skies are already booked and ready to take off, as am I.    </span> 


<span style="font-size: 14pt;">RB</span>


 

 

[eurekaprince]

We Canadians could definitely have a mini-meet get together here in Montreal or somewhere central. Unfortunately, my responsibilities right now prevent me from coordinating such a gathering.

But I hope to be able to one day take part in the annual American convention - it would be so nice to meet everyone finally!

Wishing all this year’s conventioneers a wonderful weekend and reunion!

EurekaPrince Brian

 

[swivelsean]

Micro Meet in Palm Springs

Paul is correct, thanks to the generosity of a fellow VCCC member Rick B, Paul G and I enjoyed a Micro Meet during our visit to Palm Springs. It was the sneakiest of previews for what is awaiting us and others in Kansas City.
Have a great pre convention weekend everyone,
Sean

 

[papasvacs]

Can't wait..............

<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">....... to arrive in Kansas City.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">I'm flying in Wednesday.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">My first flight, first trip since the accident.  A little apprehensive but that will go away fast, I'm sure.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Can't wait to see everyone!</span>

 

[Deleted member 1090]

Eureka prince

Im about 8 or 7 hours from Montreal ,i could rent a car and make it here whit my canisters would be awesome . Lets get some thing going for Canadians members, maybe have a skype or facebook Live for the American convention and make it live whit the Canadian side .
humm technology could come in handy .Id love to be able to go to a official VCCC conventions its in my to do list.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I think a LIVE stream would be GREAT!!!!!!!

In a short time (maybe 2 yrs), I might be hosting the annual convention. I'm 2.5 hrs from New York City. Canada wouldn't be totally out of the question to get here. Think about.

"Streaming, LIVE from Canada....... The VCCC convention, via satellite".
Let's make it happen!!!!!!!!!

 

[vacfan6384]

Wish I was going

I wish I could go I have been to 3 of these conventions and had an amazing time and met and made a lot of nice friends. Since I now have my own home money has been tight for me but hopefully I get to go again. My dream is that they have it in Pennsylvania. I don't have a big collection but would be proud to show off what I have and if the convention comes here I would be honored to have one of the meets or lunch ins at my little house. At least I have my best close friend John Long near by and get to enjoy his mini meets.

 

[Deleted member 1090]

If we can get enough Canadian people to make a convention in a Canadian city live stream on facebook or zoom could be nice.

 

[Deleted member 1090]

Id love to attend a US or Canadian Convention for the VCCC , one day either Canqada or Us would bea good ieda to live stream via satelite maybe on Zoom or facebook live or hangoutlive?

 

[kloveland]

In Spokane

We planned out our conventions for the next three to four years. It's pretty exciting!

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I also have exciting news about the

new "Newsletter". It's going to be VERY nice, indeed.

 

[swivelsean]

Leaving in the morning...

Hi Folks,
The vacuums and related item are snug in the car, clothes are packed, snacks and sandwiches are chilling...I'll be there by lunchtime Wednesday.

May all the attendees have a great journey, I'm looking forward to seeing everyone.
Sean

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Finishing up end of semester paperwork here

Leaving at noon Wed.
SAFE TRAVELS TO EVERYONE!!

 

[alexb1186]

I will be arriving Thursday afternoon with freebies galore - Electrolux tools, Rainbow tools and hoses, Powermates, donor Hoover Innovations, and whatever else I can squeeze in my itty bitty Soul before College Hunks Hauling Junk gets it

 

[papasvacs]

I'm here.........

<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Arrived about an hour ago.</span>. 


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Trip was smooth, although a bit nerve wracking because it is my first "outing" since the accident.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">But, I'm here now and settling down.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Kansas City airport is like a maze. Seems like I walked around forever before finding a way out of the terminal.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Got my rental car and arrived at the hotel.  </span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Very nice!</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Can't wait to see others.</span>

 

[kloveland]

Good Alex.

We will enjoy them. I arrived today. I'm looking forward to tomorrow!

 

[chicagomike]

Some great raffle items this year

There will be some great raffle prizes this year.

So bring a few extra $'s so you will have a chance to go home with one.