Special Events

BINGO
Tuesday and Thursday
February 26 and 28
4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Building 10

It's always fun playing this game with friends old and new. The ambassadors from the La Verne Chamber of Commerce are coordinating the bingo. To make sure you get a good seat, stop by the FMCA Information Center in Building 9 and sign up.

BLOOD DRIVE
Monday, February 25
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Located near the Coffee Hour Area

The La Verne Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring a blood drive coordinated through the American Red Cross. The need for blood is critical. We hope you choose to participate.

No appointment is necessary.

CHAPTER FAIR
Monday, February 25
10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Seminar 5, Building 5

Come find out one of the best-kept secrets of FMCA — chapter membership. This is a rare opportunity to see individual chapters showcasing their unique qualities — music, golfing, gaming, dining, sharing coach tips, or just kibitzing about motorhoming experiences. The variety of chapters will astound you, but watch out. Chapter members are exceptionally enthusiastic about this way of life ... it can be contagious. Door prizes will be awarded.

COFFEE AND DOUGHNUTS
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
February 26, 27, and 28
7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
(While quantities last.)

Coffee and doughnuts will be provided at the Coffee Hour area in Lot C each morning beginning at 7:00 a.m., while quantities last; compliments of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, C9158, and Roadmaster, Inc., C2952, FMCA Super Star sponsors.

DANCING
Square/Line/Round Dance with Jack Ingle
Sunday, February 24
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Seminar 8, Building 8

ENTERTAINMENT STAGES
There is one daytime entertainment stage at the 79th International Convention located at the Coffee Hour area, in the covered awning area in Lot C at Fairplex.

The evening entertainment stage is located at the Grandstand.

EXERCISE
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

February 26, 27, and 28
7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
Seminar 7, Building 7

“Early Morning Workout For All,” which will incorporate exercise demonstrations from the TravelFit Rehab Series seminars — Shoulder, Knee, and Back Health — will be presented by Wayne and Dahelia Hunt, F235156. These health, exercise, and resistance-training specialists have been full-time RVers since 1995, and are health-wellness-fitness-performance educators and national presenters with more than 25 years of experience in their field. TravelFit and Professional Fitness Instructor Training are in association with the American College of Integrative Medicine. Wayne and Dahelia are directors of the Health Fitness Performance Institute in Houston, Texas. Exercise is medicine.

FAIRPLEX GARDEN RAILROAD, PALM STREET AT BUILDING 4
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
February 25, 26, 27, and 28
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Be sure to visit the Fairplex Garden Railroad. The Garden Railroad is centrally located in the main exhibit area of the Fairplex and is the size of a football field. It is known as the oldest, and possibly the largest, public garden railroad in the United States. The Fairplex Garden Railroad is maintained and operated by volunteers. Trains will be operating on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for your pleasure. You also will be given the opportunity to have a docent-conducted tour of the railroad. There is no charge for these tours; however, donations are welcome, and all money received goes directly towards the maintenance of the garden railroad.

FAIRPLEX PARK CLUBHOUSE
Thursday - Monday
January 3 to April 20
10:30 a.m. (doors open)
Admission: $3

Fairplex Park is a friendly off-track wagering facility. Live video coverage of thoroughbred racing from Santa Anita, with night racing of quarter horses at Los Alamitos, and harness racing at Cal Expo. Races from tracks across the country also are shown on the facility's many big-screen televisions.

FLXIBLE FEVER
The Fairplex grounds will be filled with modern motorhomes, but one old-timer might catch your eye. FMCA member David Rosique’s 1950 Flxible Visicoach will be on display in the Coach Display Area. It’s a former transit bus converted to a motorhome in 1969 by a man whose company worked on the “Spruce Goose,” Howard Hughes’ famed flying boat. Mr. Rosiques’ Flxible is a close likeness of the vehicle depicted on Family Motor Coach Association’s logo.

When FMCA’s California chapter held its formation meeting at Fairplex in February 1965, about one-half of the coaches in attendance were Flxibles. Jim Holifield, L387, one of the chapter's founders, will be on hand at this exhibit, displaying photos taken at the chapter’s formation meeting 47 years ago. He also will answer questions about the history of the storied California chapter. Please visit Jim on Monday, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. to noon; Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to noon.

FLY FISHING
Thursday, February 28
8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Seminar 8, Building 8

Don Green is a fly fishing teacher at San Dimas parks and he will cover basic fly fishing instructions for trout; a casting demonstration; and a discussion on fly fishing locations in the Western states. Time will be allowed for questions and answers.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Wednesday, February 27
1:00 p.m.

Ice cream will be provided at the daytime entertainment stage, located at the Coffee Hour area in Lot C, compliments of National Interstate Insurance Company, C7160, an FMCA Four Star sponsor.

ORIENTATION FOR FIRST-TIME ATTENDEES
Monday, February 25
9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Seminar 7, Building 7

Don Eversmann, F240000, executive director of FMCA, and FMCA commercial services supervisor Maureen Mullarkey will conduct a seminar to introduce first-time attendees to the fun, spirit, activities, and opportunities related to FMCA membership and attending rallies and conventions. Be sure to bring your convention program.

QUILTS FOR KIDS
Thursday, February 28
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Information Center, Building 9

Come and see the children's quilts made and donated by On-Road Quilters. Our quilts for Kids donations will be given to children in the Pomona area by the Nite Owls Quilt Guild. Their on-going project provides quilts to children through various agencies in San Bernardino Country, including the Foothills Family Shelter which deal with the homeless population.

RED HAT TEA
Thursday, February 28
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Seminar 7, Building 7
Sponsored by Kiley Mold Company, C7252, an FMCA One Star sponsor, and FMCA.

"When I am an old woman … I shall wear purple with a red hat which doesn't go, and doesn't suit me … But maybe I ought to go practice a little now." Ladies, take these words from the poem "Warning," by Jenny Joseph, and join in on the fun of FMCA's own version of the Red Hat Society. Wear your red hat, purple dress, and bring your favorite tea cup. Iced tea and refreshments will be served. A $1 donation will be collected at the sign-up table in the Information Center in Building 9 beginning Monday, February 25, at 7:00 a.m.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Non-Denominational Service
Sunday, February 24
9:00 a.m.
Seminar 9, Building 9

Morning Devotions
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, February 26, 27, and 28, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Seminar 10, Lower Grandstand. Led by volunteers from the Coaches for Christ chapter.

Roman Catholic Mass
Sunday, February 24
4:00 p.m.
Seminar 10, North Lower Grandstand

Wednesday, February 27
5:00 p.m.
Seminar 11, South Lower Grandstand

SOCK HOP
Monday, February 25
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Seminar 8, Building 8

A disc jockey from Energy Entertainment will spin hits from the 1950s, '60s, and '70s. If you're in the mood to dance or just listen to favorite songs from the past, you won't want to miss this fun event.

WINE TASTING
Wednesday, February 27
3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Seminar 1, Building 10
Admission: $26

What's your style? Wine style, that is. Do you enjoy white or red? Undecided? Whites are crisp, silky, rich and bubbly. Reds are fruity, mellow, bold and nectar. Six wines will be offered for your tasting experience — three whites and three reds. You may even be surprised. Elie Joseph of WineStyles in Claremont will be the guide as you sample the variety of wines and broaden your knowledge of your own wine style. The cost is $26 per person. Sign up in the Information Center in Building 9 beginning at 7:00 a.m. Monday. Space is limited.