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Time to register for the Gathering is approaching quickly. Registration starts on December 31st at midnight, Mountain Standard TIme. The 1st 75 paid registrations will get a special 75 piece Code 1 Matchbox model in a plastic case and the option to purchase ONE the 2nd variation of the same model. After the 1st 75 paid registrations are received, the remainder of paid dinner guests receive one of the 2nd Dinner Model variation models. Please be sure to send the attached registration form completely filled out so we can prepare your name badge.

Dealer models will come in a plastic case once again this year. They will be sold only to paid dealers only and 1 to each paid dealer table. I hope all can join us. We will once again share the event live.



Thank you for your interest in the 2017, 15th Annual Matchbox Collectors International Gathering of Friends Toy Vehicle Convention, brought to you by Route 66 Promotions and sponsored by the Mattel® Matchbox® Team.
Dinner and Dealer Registration starts December 31st 2016 midnight MST.
(Please no earlier) Pay Pal accepted + 5% Pay Pal Fee (matchb0x1@aol.com)

The Convention will be held July 21st-July 23rd 2017 at the Albuquerque Marriott, 2101 Louisiana Blvd. in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. Hotel Phone: 001 (505) 881-6800 Group Code DIECAST


The event includes:
* The Mattel Matchbox Design and Marketing Team from El Segundo California.
* The top collectors from around the world.
* Exciting presentations form world renowned experts in the world of Matchbox.
* A Sit down Dinner followed by a Mattel Mini Line Preview Presentation by the Mattel Team.
* Charity auction featuring many proto types as well as a large selection of models and memorabilia donated
by Mattel and collectors from around the world.
* Huge Sunday Toy Show.
* First responder vehicle show featuring, Albuquerque Police, Albuquerque Fire Department, Bernalillo
County Fire Department, well as many others.
* Come meet old friends and make new ones. This event is all about the friends we make and hobby we share.
Please read and complete the following to secure your spot at the event!

****To select which of the following you would like to purchase, please complete and return the registration form.

Dinner and Auction: Reservations required.
Saturday 22nd July 2017. Seating begins at 5 and dinner at 5:45pm
The dinner is limited to 125 guests. Only the 1st 75 paid guests receive a special limited 75 piece run model. You may purchase the 2nd run model if available. All other paid dinner guests receive a limited second variation of the 75 piece run model.
Dinner ticket includes: dinner, participation in auction, early admission to Toy Show on Sunday, July 23rd, and an exclusive Code 1 Dinner model.


Table(s) for Toy Show: Sunday, 23rd July 2017
Table selection is available on a first come, first served basis.
By purchasing tables, you agree to the following:

• Set-up time is 7:30-9:00AM, Sunday, July 23rd. Set-up must be completed by 9:30AM
• No take down prior to 3PM
• There is a limit of two people admitted per paid table reservation
• Vendors and guests must wear provided badges while in the show
• You will be directed to your space upon arrival
• You must have a badge to be admitted to the toy show prior to 10AM on Sunday.
• There are no refunds after July 1st, 2017, NO EXCEPTIONS
• The promoters and/or sponsors CANNOT accept any liability for items lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise.






PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY AND RETURN WITH PAYMENT or Pay Pal:

I would like to reserve _____________ dinner guest places @ US$80 per guest on 22nd July 2017.

PLEASE PRINT YOUR FULL NAME AS IT SHOULD APPEAR ON BADGE.

Screen or board name: __________________________________________________________

Name of dinner guest #1: ______________________________________________________________________________

Name of dinner guest #2: ______________________________________________________________________________

Name of dinner guest #3: ______________________________________________________________________________

Name of dinner guest #4: ______________________________________________________________________________

Name of dinner guest #5: ______________________________________________________________________________


I would like to reserve __________ table (s) @ US$45 per table on 23rd July 2017.



Please complete in BLOCK CAPTIALS the details below:

First Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Last Name:
____________________________________________________________________

Phone:
____________________________________________________________________

Street Address:
____________________________________________________________________

City:
____________________________________________________________________

State/Postcode:
____________________________________________________________________

Country:
____________________________________________________________________

Email Address:
____________________________________________________________________

List Guests here: ____________________________________________________________________

Payment details:

Due with reservation, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Please choose from the following options:
• Money Order: Payable to Jim Gallegos

• : matchb0x1@aol.com. All Pay Pal payments MUST ADD 5% to cover Pay Pal fees.


Return this completed form via mail or email to: Jim Gallegos:

Address: P.O. Box 15414, Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87174, USA.
Email: matchb0x1@aol.com
Questions? Contact Jim Gallegos or call 001 (505) 980-4330.

I need your email to notify you. You will be notified by email that your registration has been received and if you are in the 1st 75 or next group.
Hotel Reservations:


For Hotel Reservations:

Call 001 (505) 881-6800

visit: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/a ... p=resvlink

Mention Route 66 die cast convention code DIE. Or Die Cast Show

2017 Convention rate is US$100/night per room.

Map:

All signed up and ready for another fantastic "Gathering" in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2017. It is hard to believe that this is the 15th Annual event!!
I am hoping to see all "the regulars" there again plus some new faces including some from this forum.
If any of you are "on the fence", take the plunge and you will not be disappointed!

Bill

Hi Bill

I too am now signed up and ready to go. This is a great event for collectors.

The 1st 75 dinners at the Gathering sold out in less than 2 minutes. There are still a few dinners left though. Not to worry. A few tables remain available as well. I look forward to seeing new faces as well as welcoming back familiar ones. This is the 15th year and sure to be the best. Email me @ matchb0x1@aol.com for more information.

Finally got my room and airfare. I arrive on Friday afternoon and staying until Monday morning this year. Looking forward to seeing friends again this year.

Tom Larson

Until we get something similar in the UK, we are missing out on this splended gathering. So I hope ypu Guys out there have a great time, but please do think of the forum as being with you, thank's.

Ghosthunter.

Well we do have our little Sandown one

fixer wrote:Well we do have our little Sandown one

I can't get to Sandown so what chance do I have of getting to Albuquerque?

I understand the difficulty for many to attend the Gathering, therefore, we will try to bring the Gathering online to you via the MC Gathering Facebook page. My son is working on details which will be posted on this board prior to the event.

Collecting is a family to me and you all are my family.

Well I am leaving tomorrow from the UK for a 2-week road trip (taking my niece along for company) from Washington DC to Las Vegas, via the Gathering. It's going to be a lot of fun and I am really looking forward to the event.