Tuesday, March 26, 2013

March 2013



RVer’s, and those wanting to learn more about the FMCA (Family Motor Coach Association) way of life. It’s time to take action. On your mark, get set, GO REGISTER!!! for  GLAMARAMA 2013, the Great Lakes Area Motor Coach Association (GLAMA) area rally. Yes, I did say register! You can now register through the FMCA.COM website or, for your convenience, just click on the REGISTER NOW!! link on the right panel of this webpage. Where and when is this grand event you ask? The rally takes place at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen Indiana from Wednesday through noon Sunday, September 18 through 22, 2013. Early arrivals are welcome on Tuesday, September 17 for an additional fee.

What’s the big deal? How about three nights of quality entertainment? We start with Wednesday evening with Daniel Clark “the Singing Trooper.” On Friday night Serah Getto entertains and on Saturday night Harbor Lights, an Acapella Doo Wop singing group performs. All this is led by the professional master of ceremonies, Dane Bailey. Each of their websites is listed below for your ease of review. What else will you get? Coach displays, vendor booths, seminars on numerous topics, crafts, one breakfast, an ice cream social and two coffee and donuts hours. Also, a ladies tea is offered for an additional fee. How about joining in a golf outing for an additional fee which includes a cart and lunch?

What else you might ask? Four nights of camping with unlimited 30 amp electric and water. A limited quantity of 50 amp electric with full hookup is available for an additional fee. If you don’t want electric and water provided at campsite then select FULL GENERATOR PARKING at a reduced rate. Parking with chapter friends is always preferred. The commitment is to try and accomplish that where possible. Of course, coming in as a caravan as early as Tuesday morning best assures that outcome. Also, you will be able to park your tow vehicle next to your RV. This will be especially advantageous for those who have mobility issues. Attendees will be able to drive on designated routes to park near event buildings. Handicap carts are also planned to assist those needing transport to various locations on the Fairground.

But wait! I left out Thursday! No entertainment was planned in order to promote an opportunity for chapters and other groups to spend quality time together. Either spend the time around the rv campsites or visit local attractions, some available both day and evening. The following are some area attractions:

·         RV Museum and Hall of Fame is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.  Late hours, though, have been arranged for Thursday evening so rally attendees, spending time with old and new friends can visit the museum.  

·         Shipshewana Flea Market is open every Tuesday & Wednesday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

·         New World Arts located at 211 S. Main St, Goshen is presenting the play “Waiting for Godot” by Samuel Beckett.  It is being held from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM daily from Friday, Sept 13 through Saturday, Sept 21st.  There is a $10 admission fee. 

·         Fall Harvest Days at Amish Acres in Nappanee is open daily from Sept 16th through Oct 31st.     While there check out the 200 scarecrows that return to the farm for their annual reunion to stand guard along the lane to the Pumpkin Patch.  Details can be found at: Event Details - Fall Harvest Days 2013  and Event Details - Scarecrow Contest and Reunion

·         Other Amish Country Events can be found at:  Events in Elkhart County, Northern Indiana

Below is the list of entertainers:
Master of Ceremonies for GLAMARAMA:
Dane Bailey

Wednesday Evening:
Daniel Clark “The Singing Trooper”

Friday evening
An Evening with Sarah Getto

Saturday evening
Harbor Lights - Acapella Doo Wop singing group
www.harborlightsdoowop.com

We’re looking forward to seeing all of you at the GLAMARAMA 2013 Rally in September. Let’s all share this great RV life together.

Further updates of this website are planned with additional details. Stay tuned.

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