Meeting in Virginia for owners of Minature Train Co. minature trains, which were a staple at many city parks, zoos and drive in movies in the 1950s. Many are being restored today. From the MTC Trains list:

Our non-profit organization (Gypsy Express, Inc.) runs a G-16 train in a city park (Gypsy Hill Park) in Staunton,VA -- train is owned by the city. We are trying to put together a one day (April 15, 2006) get together with discussions on operations, maintenance issues, etc. with all those persons having the same interests. If you have any interest in attending, or any suggestions as to topics of general interest for the group, please contact me via e-mail at frsjr@verizon.net or call @ (540) 887-8137 or snail mail @ Ralph Sheppard - 402 Marian Place - Staunton, VA 24401