PRESS PHOTO BY SHARON SCHRANTZOver 600 tables packed with trains and train accessories were part of the Spring Thaw Train Meet recently at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex in Allentown. ABOVE: This Pennsylvania car is just one of the many displays available at the train meet. Additional photos appear on Page A2.

LEFT: Joyce Robinson is the first African-American female engineer. She now conducts educational events for anyone interested in trains.

ABOVE: The Wetzel family is involved in bringing together train enthusiasts. Pictured are Duane, Tyler and Nick Wetzel.PRESS PHOTOS BY SHARON SCHRANTZ

Trains are everywhere at the train meet. The event included train races, test tack and switching and operating layouts. Participants came as far away as Texas.

Lots of displays of model trains and their villages are available for attendees to get some ideas for their own displays.

Laura Wetzel, Natasha Ziegler, Coletin Vecho, Matthew Gabrielle, Summer Neighoff and Austin and Chase Cusalenuevo visit the train racing area for kids.