As in the past, we’d like to invite the community to come by for an introduction to the fascinating world of model railroading and all of its facets. Best of all, children 12 and under are admitted free. Admission for anyone over the age of 12 is just $5. All children will receive a welcome gift, and there will be a scavenger hunt, raffles with door prizes, and a hands-on play … [Read more...]
All Aboard for the Return of the Lake Nona Model Train Show
What do COVID-19, model trains, and the Lake Nona XL Soccer World have in common? The answer will come in a moment. But first, let me re-introduce myself. My name is Mike Mills, and I’m a resident of VillageWalk here in Lake Nona. I am also an avid model train collector, which led me to coordinate the Lake Nona train shows back in 2018 and 2019. These are sponsored by the … [Read more...]
All Aboard: Lake Nona’s 2nd Annual Model Train Show
Last September, I introduced myself and The Southern Division of the Train Collectors Association (TCA) National Club to Lake Nona. We held our Model Train Show at Lake Nona Middle School. Thanks to many of you, it was a huge success as evidenced by the included photos. We introduced model trains to all age groups and were able to make a small donation to the Central Florida … [Read more...]
All Aboard for Lake Nona’s First Model Train Show
An Event for Young and Old Arriving Sept. 15 at Lake Nona Middle School My name is Mike Mills, and I’ve been a resident of VillageWalk for three years. I am also an avid model train collector, which has led me to coordinate the Train Show for the Southern Division of the Train Collectors Association (TCA), one of the largest and most respected collecting societies in the … [Read more...]