Event Calendar

State	2000 Dates	Event
WI	Mar 18	*Liberate a Leprechaun VII,* by Liberty Vans. Vic's Clique, 5152 S. Packard Ave., Cudahy, WI 6:30 - 12:30 a.m. Live band, free beer & soda, games, trophies, shuttle from 3 hotels. For more info call Kevin: 414/489-1209 or Jeff & Nancy 414/764-9348. email: jpattism@aol.com website: Liberty Vans
MD	Mar 25	*27th Anniversary* hosted by The Nomads Van Club. Bull & Oyster roast at Martin's North Point, North Point Shopping Center, Baltimore, MD. 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Open bar, dsco. Donation $38. Info: Curley's Harbor City Hall 410/727-5503, Nomad's Club House 410/523-6416. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE!!
MO	Mar 24 - 26	*Freeze Out 2000* hosted by HOAVC Independent Vanning Enthusiasts. Down Under Campground, Turney, MO. Free meal Friday, games, enclosed pavilion, Show n Shine (must be there on Friday), DJ. Party - Heat or Sleet!! You don't have to drive your van to this one. Gate $20, extras $7. Info: Bumblin Bee - Ken Cormack 816/734-8436, Queen Bee - Suzy Phillips 816/781-5736.
IL	Apr 1	*1975 - 2000 "The Party Goes On!"* hosted by Central Illinois Vans. Kickapoo Sportsmen's Club, Kickapoo, IL. Doors open at 7 p.m. $10 pre-reg (3/25), $12 gate. Dancing, refreshments, beer and games.
WI	Apr 8	*Foreplay,* by Party Time Vans. Irish Spring House, New Berlin, WI. 6 p.m. - ? Pre-reg (4/1) $9/person, door $12/person. Live band, free beer & soda, games, food, raffles. Info: Hammer 414-578-9014. WVC Meeting before the party.
MI	Apr 8	*21st Annual Anniversary Cabaret* hosted by Ultimate Express Van Club. U.F.C.W. Local 876 Hall, 876 Horace Brown Drive, Detroit MI. $12 advance, slightly higher @ the door. Food, setups, music. 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Info: Boski 313/861-9350, Pipe Dreams 248/405-2086.
IN	Apr 28 - 30	*24th Annual Van Jam "Future Truck-in",* by Bluegrass Vanners. Black Swan Lake, Medora, IN. Pre-reg (4/15) $25, gate $30; extras $10; RV trlr $15; utility trlr $5. Live band Friday & Saturday. Show n shine, Bright n Shine, vendors, Hot Wheel races. Website: Bluegrass Vanners.
PA	Apr 28 - 30	*Spring Thaw 19,* hosted by Susquehanna Valley Vans, Inc. Friendship Park, West Milton, PA. Live band, Show n Shine, games. Pre-reg (4/15) $25, gate $30; camping trlrs <16' $15, >16' $20; motorhomes pre-reg $55, gate $60; extras $10. No early arrivals. No roping off areas. Info: Hound 570/374-0752, Tom 570/374-8773. email: nautic1@sunlink.net
IA	May 5 - 7	*Vanniversary 26 "Blast Into 2000",* by Central Iowa Vanners. Jasper County Fairgrounds, Colfax, IA. Games, Show n Shine, live music. Vans & Panels only. Heated activity center. Pre-reg (4/15) $25, gate $30; extras $10. Info: Wanda 515/262-5214.
WI	May 12 - 14	*V2K - The Cumming of Generation Next,* hosted by Partytime Vanners. Sheboygan County fairgrounds, Plymouth, WI. Games, shows, nighttime fun for adults, band on Saturday. Steak dinner Saturday night for a small fee. Info: Hammer 414/578-9014 or BlenderMan 920/830-7941.
OH	May 12 - 14	*Spring Back,*** hosted by Vans on the Run. Knox County Fairgrounds, Mount Vernon, OH. Show n Shine, Brite n Shine, vendors, band. Pre-reg (4/30) $25, gate $35; camping trailers $10; extras $10. Info: votr985@aol.com
MO	May 19 - 21	*Spring Fever - Mardi Gras Madness,* hosted by Vantasia Vans. Down Under Campground, Turney, MO (Exit 48 off 69 highway). Free beer, live bands, great fun! Pre-reg (5/15) $25, gate $30, extras $10, trailers free. Info: Don 913/721-3707 or email: dnooner@aol.com.
CT	May 19 - 21	*Vandango IV,* hosted by Starlite Vanners LTD. Lazy "B" Ranch, Canterbury, CT. Vendors, live band, games, People's Choice Van Show. Pre-reg (5/6) $25, gate $30; trailers <16' $5, >16' $10, club trlr free; extras gate $8, pre-reg $5. Info: dirtydawgs@webtv.net
IL	May 26 - 29	*Weird Science,* hosted by Midwest Vans. Bureau County Fairgrounds, Princeton, IL. New! Home brew beer-tasting & judging. Hot Wheels races, vendors, Soap Box Derby. Vans & Panels only. Pre-reg (5/10) $35, gate $45; extras $5; camping trlr pre-reg $20, gate $30; $10 for Thursday night arrivals. Info: Woody 708/544-7030, Rudar 708/429-4916.
WI	Jun 4	*23rd Beer Bust,* by County Line Vans. George's Club Highview, 5305 - 60th Street, Kenosha, WI. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free beer, door prizes, horseshoe tournament, food. $2 donation. For more info: Ed 414/694-1221 or Scott 414/656-9846.
IL	Jun 9 - 11	*"One More For The Road"* hosted by St. Louis Truckin' Association. Mick's Lake Campground, St. Jacob, IL. Bingo, Hot Wheels show & race, Show n Shine, music and games. Pre-reg (6/1) $15, gate $30, extras $5. Info: Bob 618/644-5855.
MN	Jun 9 - 11	*Silver Anniversary Garden Party Truck-In* hosted by Twin City Vans, Inc. Winona County Fairgrounds, St. Charles, MN. Pot luck supper Saturday night, vanning memorabilia show, toy van show. Pre-reg (6/1) $25, gate $30, trlrs free, extras $10. Vans & Panels only. Info: Nancy 612/521-9549 or email triggertoy@aol.com.
WI	Jun 16 - 18	*Van A Mega Mania* by County Line Vans. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, WI. Band & free beer Saturday night, breakfast with Mr. Bill. Dealers welcome. Pre-reg $30 (6/14), gate $35, $15 camping trlr, $10 extras. For more info: Ed 262/694-1221 or Scott 262/656-9846.
MO	Jun 16 - 18	*Y2KE* hosted by E-Z Live Vans. Eagle Ridge Campground, Eagleville, MO. Swimming pool, snack bar. Games, Show n Shine, giveaways, free beer, DJ Friday and Saturday by Noone's Tunes. Potluck dinner & hog roast Saturday night. Pre-reg $25, gate $30; extras $10. Info: 712/252-0265.
OH	Jun 16 - 18	*C.B.S. A Blast From The Past!,* hosted by Coshocton Truckers in Hillsboro, OH. email: l vaners@digitalexp.com for more info.
Ont Canada	Jun 16 - 18	*Vanfest 2000,* Canada's Premier Truck Show, hosted by Vanners Across Ontario. Springwater Conservation Park, Aylmer, Ontario, Canada. Vans, pickups & 4x4's welcome. Show & Shine Saturday 12 - 5 p.m., Brite & Shine, vendors, fishing, games. Friday night - Toga Party! Pre-reg (6/1) $25, gate $30; trailers $10, extras $5. Info: Kevin or Sheila Lunday 519/644-1777 or email: chris@execulink.com. http://www.tcn.net/ofv
CO	Jun 23 - 25	*Woodie Boogie VII "Welcome to Vantasy Island"* by Colorado Van Association. Indian Springs Ranch Campground, Penrose CO. Costume Ball Saturday night. Come as your favorite island fantasy character. Show & Shine, Brite & Shine, free beer, swimming pool, Boogie Bar, live music. Pre-reg (6/16) $30, gate $35, all 1st time Woodie Boogie Vanners 1/2 price $15 (pre-reg only); extras $7. Info: Frank or Elaine 303/287-5968. email: EarlyVanner@aol.com.
Quebec Canada	Jul 1 - 3	*Thai One On Meet,* hosted by Thai One On Vanners. Murphy's Cove Campground, Nova Scotia, Canada. Contact Al 902/864-8501, email: bjramsay@gov.pe.ca.
NY	Jul 7 - 10	*South of the Border* hosted by Mohawk Vans, Vanimal Vans & No Class Truckers. Vans & Panels Only. Washington County Fairgrounds, Greenwich, NY. Live bands, games, van show. Pre-reg (6/10) $25, gate $30, extras $5, trlrs <16' $6, >16' same as van. Info: Wayne 518/399-9826, Dave 518/664-4071 or email: eaburke@prodigy.net.
NY	Jul 12 - 16	*28th National Truck-In "A New Space In Time",* hosted by North East Van Association, Inc. Washington County Fairgrounds, Greenwich, NY. Gates open 7/10 at Noon. Official opening of the Nats is Noon on 7/12. Vans & Panels Only! Vanners Nite In Wednesday night $8/person (by 6/1). Pre-reg $35 (incl. free patch) (6/1), gate $45; extras $10; Trlrs <16' $20, > 16' $30. Parking on grounds Mon & Tues $10/day & $5 per extra person. Website: 28th National Truck-In.
Quebec Canada	Jul 21 - 23	*Medieval Van-In* hosted by Brotherhood of Vanners/Confrerie de Vanneurs. Val Alain, Quebec. Show n Shine, band, games. Medieval themed van-in, tournament style games, costume contest. More info to follow. email: virtualvanner@hotmail.com
MO	Jul 28 - 30	*A Van New Beginning "The Year 2000 and Beyond",* hosted by Three Trails Vans. Eagle Ridge Campground, Eagleville, MO. Vans & Panels only. Swimming pool and snack bar. DJ and live band, shot bar, games, Show n Shine. Pre-reg $25 (7/20), gate $30; extras $10. Info: Joyce Wiese 816/322-3317. Website: Three Trails Vans
WI	Jul 28 - 30	*Great Northern Boogie 2000,* by Suds City Vans. Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn, WI. Band, food, Show n Shine. Pre-reg $30 (7/21), gate $35, extras $10, camping trlr $10. Info: Big Man 262-878-3646, Blue Jay 262/675-6310.
IL	Aug 11 - 13	*B'day 24 "Van Park - Who Killed Eddie?",* hosted by CITA. Twelve Oaks Campground, Martinsville, IL. Potluck Saturday night - bring a covered dish. Vans Only. Pre-reg (8/4) $30, gate $35; extras $7, trlrs $10 (club trlrs excluded). Show n Shine, dealers row. Info: Don & Linda 217/234-6037, Ed & Loretta 217/752-6897.
IL	Aug 25 - 27	*Life In The Fast Lane, 19th Verse "Drive Like An Egyptian"* hosted by Fast Lane Vans. Rolling Hills Campground, Penfield, IL. DJ Friday night, live band Saturday night, Show & Shine, Hot Wheels show & races, good eats at the Oasis Bar. Pre-reg (8/11) $25, gate $32; Pre-reg trlrs $8, gate $12; extras $6. Info: Rick Duvall 217/932-5475 or Gary Sholders 217/923-5538.
Ont Can	Aug 25 - 27	*"Come to Summer Camp" with Flyin' High Hammered Vanners* near Acton, Ontario, Canada. Air band contest Friday night, longest haul US & Canada. Bring your own food, fun & flamingos! Hosted by Flyin' United Vans, Sky High Custom Vans and Halton Hills Hammered Vanners. $20 pre-reg, $25 gate for van or custom trucks. No walk-ins. Contact Loree-Bob 519/853-4639 or George 519/822-8282. email: bltthomson@aol.com.
IN	Sep 15 - 17	*Institution VI "Carnival Daze",* hosted by Hoosier Van Congress. Buck Lake Ranch, Angolia, IN. NOTE NEW LOCATION. Van shows, fishing contest, costume contest, games, toy van contests. Pre-reg (8/15) $25, gate $35, extras $10, sleeping trlrs $10.
WI	Sep 22 - 24	*Oktoberfest Truckin "M M",* hosted by Bar City Vans. LaCrosse Interstate Fairgrounds, West Salem, WI. Show n Shine, Brite n Shine, live music, beer buying contest, Chili Cookoff, free beer Sat. nite, 100s of creative uses for M&Ms. Vans & Panels only. Pre-reg (9/15) $25, gate $30, trlrs free, extras $10 ea. Info: Mike Given 608-784-3558, Terri Ashmore 608-785-1571. Email: t+mstolpa@centurytel.net, bcvsugar@centurytel.net
PA	Sep 22 - 24	*Keystone Madness 2000,* hosted by Performance Inc. Show n Shine, Brite n Shine, games, band, vendors. No license required for fishing on Saturday. Pre-reg (9/7) $30, gate $35; trailers $15, extras $10. Info: Chas 610/469-0604, Dimples 610/323-8095, Vendors - Jim 610/327-3839. Email: eaglevan2@aol.com
WI	Oct 13 - 15	*A Howling Van-Pir-te, Part VI,* hosted by Hy-Rollin Vans. Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn, WI. Live bands, food, free beer w/purchase of $5 mug. Games, costume contests, Show n Shine, Brite n Shine, trick or treating. Pre-reg (10/1) $30, gate $35; extras $10, sleeping trlrs $10. Info: Taz 847/662-4043. email: Hy-Rollin Vans; website: Hy-Rollin Vans
MO	Oct 20 - 22	*HOAVC's HAVOC #22,* hosted by HOAVC Van Council. Down Under Camp Resort, Turney, MO. Kids trick or treating, costume contests, phantom van judging, best campsite, live band. Vans & Panels only. Pre-reg $20 (10/10), gate $25, extras $7 (they must arrive with you in your van). Info: Mike Phillips 816/781-5736, RD Jones 816/313-9056.
VA	Oct 20 - 22	*Halloween Havoc VI 2000* hosted by Vanmasters In Motions and Nomads Van Club (All In One Van & Social Club Alliance). Bowling Green KOA, Bowling Green, VA. Pre-reg $30 (9/11), gate $35; extras $10; 1 axle trlr $20 pre-reg, $25 gate; 2 axle trlr $25 pre-reg, $30 gate; motor homes pre-reg $60, gate $65. Info: 6 Deuce 410/655-1705 or Swat 410/367-7952.