Published June 07. 2025 10:38AM
The Schnecksville Fire Company was abuzz with philatelic excitement 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 31, as it hosted the Eastern PA stamp show.
Collectors and dealers from across the region gathered for the semi-annual event, which featured a wide array of stamp-related treasures.
The show included 10-12 stamp dealers offering everything from rare stamps to first day covers and vintage postcards.
Attendees enjoyed free admission and parking, along with hourly door prize drawings valued at hundreds of dollars.
Food and refreshments were also available on-site, making for a comfortable experience in the fully air-conditioned banquet hall.
Members of the Allentown Philatelic Society were among the many collectors in attendance.
Bill Harris, president and Jeff Lynch, webmaster, both from Bethlehem, greeted attendees and browsed collections.
For more information on upcoming shows or the Allentown Philatelic Society, contact Brian Gaydos, 551 Richmond Road, Bangor, 18013-9535, via email at info@aps-lv-stamps.org or visit www.aps-lv-stamps.org.
PRESS PHOTO BY MICHAEL HIRSCHAllentown Philatelic Society members Bill Harris, president, and Jeff Lynch, webmaster, both of Bethlehem, greet folks attending the Eastern PA stamp show May 31 at the Schnecksville Fire Company.
PRESS PHOTO BY MICHAEL HIRSCHThe banquet hall at the fire company is filled with dealers that included stamp, first day cover collections and postcards, noted one attendee, reflecting on the diversity and richness of philatelic items on display.
