2013 Snow Show in Bangor, Pa JACKTOWN grove

[Paul Spence]

Well it’s January 1, 2013 and the new engine show year has begun. Weather permitting , I'll be at the Show Show with somethings to display, 8:00am-5:00pm (+/-), snow or shine. Make sure you are dressed warmly for the weather . There will be a few Gas Engine and other displays on the grounds. Be sure to bring an empty soup can and get some free, HOT(gloves work well for the can), Hobo Stew . There is other food available on the grounds. Come out and enjoy the fun by the bonfire with other friendly collectors and visitors looking for something to do on a Saturday (19th) in January.

Get directions and show history on their WEB site at

www.Jacktown.org

Future Weather forecast predictions are at least, a bit sketchy, with grey skies and cold temperatures, but It’s a Snow Show . Let's see how I feel in the next week or so...... HAPPY NEW YEAR to ALL....

[Al Steppich]

I'm gonna try to make it this year, barring weather conditions. At least there is no conflict with cabin fever expo this year.

[Paul Spence]

I guess a few that usually went to Cabin Fever instead will probably show . Any long range weather forecast out there .

[Kevin O. Pulver]

I've heard the name, but never dreamed it was a snow show! The soup can/gloves/free hobo stew gig sounds wonderful. I hope the wind isn't blowing and the sun is shining on you all!

[Paul Spence]

Just checked the latest 10 day weather forecast. It will be "COOL", but looks clear for the Snow Show .

Saturday Jan 19 Partly Cloudy
Hi:32°Lo:25° Winds S at 12 mph.

[SKocher]

I missed it last year, but I will make it this year. I need my hobo stew fix. good eating for sure. yes paul the bonfire is a good place to warm up. hope to see you all there
scott

[HBurk]

Paul,
You okay? Ain't heard much out of you lately.

[Paul Spence]

Yes, I'm OK, now, after my first bout with KIDNEY STONES that screwed me up for a few weeks over Christmas/New Years. Seems the body doesn't like the associated excruciating pain (me either), and some of the other normal bodily functions go a bit haywire . Just a visit to the ER twice (ever try to get a doctor over the Holidays ?) the PCP 3 times, the Urologist twice, X-rays, CT scans, more drugs (6) to help things get resolved, and eliminate infection, no sleep, etc.... Been OK (stones gone) for a few days, and only on one pill. I've been told to DRINK, DRINK, DRINK LOT's of water to prevent them in the future. I wonder if "ROD" juice would help.... . THANKS for asking

[Matt1931]

Just back from the ATM hope I can find a John Deere e mag.
Looks like it's going to be in the 40s that's good.

[Paul Spence]

My son and I made the 100 mile trip up to the show, which was packed with people after the HOBO Stew. Even though there was snow on the ground , there were a lot of vendors with stuff to buy (I passed on the Winchester Cannon at $850 ). I think I spent all of $10 and half of that was a donation for the HOBO Stew and Hot Dogs. We spent a few hours checking things out and just ing with a few STAKERS and other friends I've made over the years. It was worth the trip just to see them. Here are a few photos of the day at www.Jacktown.org .

[Paul Spence]

A few more photos , and the last warming up by the fire .

[Kevin O. Pulver]

Originally Posted by Paul Spence

Yes, I'm OK, now, after my first bout with KIDNEY STONES that screwed me up for a few weeks over Christmas/New Years. Seems the body doesn't like the associated excruciating pain (me either),

Paul,
My first grade teacher had 9 child births, and she had stones too. (unrelated to the deliveries)
She said she'd rather deliver a child any day than have another stone. It must be some kinda pain!

[Galan Hackman]

Great day to get out!! More people than I ever seen at the show. Got to meet allot of friends, had soom stew and hot dogs. Even brought a engine and ran it. I spent more than you Paul, money burns a hole in my pocket when I get around engine stuff.
Galan

[Firewoodguy]

Galan,I got that hole in the wallet when im there also. I couldn't believe the attendance..I hope that this show one day can be held for 2 days..1 day in the winter just isn't enough.See ya at the spring show.

[Alan R]

Well, it was great seeing you guys around yesterday. I didn't get off as lightly as you, Paul. There was a steam toy there I just couldn't allow to go back home. It cost me an arm and a leg, so now I have to look for a new arm. I already had an extra leg at home.

Ya know firewoodguy if we could assure all days would be like yesterday it wouldn't be bad, but then there was last year and then a few years ago when we started at minus 5 degrees. One of those at a time is enough.

See you all in May,

Alan

[Andrew Mackey]

Snow show was a big hit! Weather started out cold, but warmed up a bit. I had people buying stuff, before I could even get it off the trailer! People came running with flashlights (we got there at 6:00 AM), and were trying to get stuff off even before I could get the truck parked! Had a good day.
Andrew