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A14 « THE LONG-ISLANDER + APRIL 5, 2018 EAST NORTHPORT Postcar By Sophia Ricco info@longislandergroup.com Take a trip back in time and maybe stumble upon a new hobby this weekend at Long Island Postcard Club's 41st annual show and sale in East Northport. The show will feature around 15 vendors of post- cards, trade cards, maps and other paper items. There is something for every collection, with a wide variety in subjects and eras for all collectibles, said coordinator Gordon Smith. \If you name a topic, there's been postcards printed on it,\ Smith added. The show will run 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday at Christ Lutheran Church (189 Burr Road, East Northport). Admission is $3, which includes food and refreshments. In an effort to draw newcomers to the world of postcard collecting, members of the club will hand out starter packs to those who attend. \We're trying to pique ; that interest for the next gen- eration of collectors,\ Smith said, adding that members of the club have noticed those of the younger gener- ation are not picking up the hobby. \People who have been collecting postcards and want to pass their col- lection onto their children find the interest is not there.\ Smith said the lack of in- terest comes from members of the younger generation no longer using postcards, but instead sending messages and cards electronically. But that's \never the _ same as getting a real post- card in the mail, at least not to us,\ Smith said. Smith said he is hopeful for the future of postcard collecting and selling given the perks of starting a collection, such as themes. Smith said some amass collections based on their hometown - collecting cards with historical buildings or events - while others may be interested in transportation, from planes to ships. However, some are just interested in the visual ap- LonglIslanderNews.com -_ ‘g * o . Fed 5 Ln is \ { P - a ‘ *. Lous Please mention The Long Islander Newspapers when doing business with our advertisers. Sale To Make Old New Agai peal of a postcard. Smith said, \I ask people: 'What can I help you find?\ And they say, 'I don't know - when I see it and I like it, I buy it.\\ Smith and other club members will be on hand to aid attendees, whether experts or newcomers. The club is also accepting new members. Smith said he's noticed an increase in new members re- cently. One reason for it, he said, is because collec- HUNTINGTON The Long Island Postcard Club's annual show an sale is this Saturday at Christ Lutheran Church in East Northport. ¥ } s . Rint Hos Ta Da iPS chs cae Aan e. s Abe tors are moving away from purchasing postcards online. Instead, many are turning back to buying from shows and sales, where they can see and feel the collectible before purchasing. \When you photograph these things, there may be flaws, like a bend, a fold, or a crease, which don't show up in a picture,\ Smith said. \When you're at a show and you have the card in your hand, you know exactly what you're getting.\ 'Y Becomes Spring Funhouse 7 - arents and children work to create fun crafts to ce w C Mik eginning of spring with the YMCA of Long Island. The YMCA of Long Island recently host- ed more than 150 children, parents and community members to celebrate the beginning of spring at its Huntington YMCA branch. lebrate the b A building at the Huntington YMCA was transformed into a spring-themed funhouse to cele- brate the beginning of the season. Special guests throughout the Friday afternoon searched for col- orful eggs outside on the picnic grounds and took part in other themed activities before a visit from the Easter Bunny. The sprawling YMCA campus was filled with laughs and smiles throughout the afternoon of fes- tivities as more than 150 children, parents and community members enjoyed the day's activities. The main gymnasium at the Hunting- ton YMCA was packed from wall- to-wall with exciting activities and musical games, which included face painting and temporary tat- toos; arts and crafts; and cookie decorating. The celebration was a part of the YMCA of Long Island's ongoing efforts to engage the community. Please
