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WE MEET TWICE A WEEK FOR BREAKFAST

TUESDAY & FRIDAY AT 9:00 AM

If you enjoy friendship and model trains come and meet us. The Florida Citrus Model Train Society members meet every Tuesday & Friday at 9:00 AM for breakfast at Kristof's Kafe 8912 W. State Road 84, Davie, FL 33324. (between Radio Shack and Staples) at the corner of Pine Island Road and State Road 84 (I-595) on the Southwest Corner. (Publix, Burlington, and Scrubys BBQ) We are always pleased to welcome new or interested people. We have members of all ages who share a passion for toy trains, fun activities, lively debate and new friendships. Please stop buy - we would love to meet you.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY & OPERATION LIFESAVER PRESENTATIONS OLD DAVIE SCHOOL ON SATURDAYS FROM JUNE 4, 2013 - AUGUST 3, 2013

Model Train Display at the Old Davie School, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie, Florida 33314. The first day will be Saturday June 4, 2013 from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM. The Model Train Display will be provided by the Florida Citrus Model Train Society. The Display continues every Saturday during the summer until Saturday August 3, 2013 which is our last day. An "0" Scale Layout will be running during the event. Operation LifeSaver Safety Program will be presented for visitors to the Old Davie School with plenty of free handouts available.

OPERATION LIFESAVER PRESENTATION BOY SCOUTS JUNE 12, 2013 TREE TOPS PARK, DAVIE, FLORIDA

Boy Scout & Cub Scout Summer Camp Operation LifeSaver Presentation will be made on June 12, 2013 at Tree Tops Park in Davie, Florida. The actual address is 2900 SW 100 Avenue (Nob Hill Road), Davie, FL 33328. This will be the second year we have presented our program to the scouts. Thanks to our Assistant Scoutmaster Tom Rottenberg for setting this up. Operating "G" Scale Railroad Layout will be featured with presentation.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY & OPERATION LIFESAVER PRESENTATIONS AT THE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE AUGUST 24, 2013 - FEBRUARY 24, 2014

NEW MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING SIGNED

BY THE FLORIDA CITRUS MODEL TRAIN SOCIETY AND

THE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE

AUATONATION IMAX THEATER

AUGUST 24, 2013 - FEBRUARY 24, 2014

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society President Dr. Ken Sargeant and The Museum of Discovery & Science President/CEO Kim Cavendish signed an Memorandum of Understanding on April 16, 2013. The Florida Citrus Model Train Society will present Model Train Displays at the Museum of Discovery & Science starting on August 24, 2013 until February 24, 2014. On Friday October 4, 2013 a new movie "Rocky Mountain Express" will be presented by THE AUTONATION IMAX THEATER. The Florida Citrus Model Train Society will have an Operating "G" Scale Layout in the lobby of the Museum with an "O" Scale Modular Layout upstairs in another room. Special Operation LifeSaver classes will be presented during the entire stay at the Museum.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, PLANTATION, FL DECEMBER 21, 2013 - JANUARY 22, 2014

West Regional Library

8601 West Broward Blvd

Plantation, FL 33324

Grand Opening December 21, 2013

Last Day January 22, 2014

PAST EVENTS

THE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE DISPLAY FROM MAY 4, 2013 - MAY 14, 2013

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society "G" Scale Display at the Museum of Discovery & Science, Fort Lauderdale, Florida from May 4, 2013 to May 19, 2013. Over 4,022 attended the 14 day event. Visitors were given Operation LifeSaver Presentations and received Activity Books, Bookmarks, Key Rings, Pencils, Pens, Plastic Lapel Pins, Whistles, and Brouchers about Myths or Realities, Pedestrian Safety Around Tracks & Trains. We are looking forward to our second visit from August 24, 2013 to February 24, 2014. See: Museum of Discovery & Science.

Young at Art Library

January 26 - February 28, 2013

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Model Train Display at the Young at Art Library in Davie, Florida from January 26 to February 28, 2013. Over 5,576 attended the 23 day event. Picture above was taken on our last day February 28, 2013. See: Young at Art Library

Train Show & Swap Meet February 23, 2013

Feb. 23, 2013 (L-R) Ken Sargeant, Paul Gehring, Steven Kneuer, Tim Lemrow present Grand Prize winner Jayden Smith (center) with Lionel Train Set provided by our sponsor Ready to Roll. It was presented at the Train Show & Swap Meet at Pembroke Pines Charter School - Central Campus, Pembroke Pines, FL Over 326 guests visited the February 23, 2013 train show. See: Last Show

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, PLANTATION, FLORIDA Dec. 15, 2012 - Jan. 26, 2013

Florida Citrus Model Train Society Train Display at West Regional Library, Plantation, FL

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society model train display at the West Regional Library in Plantation, Florida from December 15, 2012 until January 26, 2013 set a new record of 10,050 visitors during our twenty six day event. We have been asked by Nancy Ansley (Programs and Exhibits Supervisor ) to attend again December 21, 2013 through Janurary 22, 2014.

Plantation Historical Museum

December 4, 2012 to January 5, 2013

Dr. Ken Sargeant at the Plantation Historical Museum with Christmas "G" Scale Display

PLANTATION HISTORICAL MUSEUM and SOCIETY’S WINTER WONDERLAND TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2012

TO SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 2013

511 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, FL 33317

BROWARD COUNTY FAIR

NOVEMBER 15, 2012 - NOVEMBER 25, 2012

Broward County Fair Opening Day November 15, 2012

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Exhibit was a big hit at the Broward County Fair. Last year we were at the Fair for only three days. This year we increased our participation from the beginning November 15 - 25, 2012. Our attendance increased to 6,068 visitors to our display. Thanks to the Florida Citrus Model Train Society members for their assistance making this a wonderful success. See: County Fair

Special Needs Kid's Day, Broward County Fair, November 21, 2012 10 AM - 1 PM

Special Needs Kid's Day Broward County Fair Nov. 21, 2012

Special Needs Kid's Day at the Broward County Fair November 21, 2012. Over 300 students from Broward County Schools attended the Fair with a Special Opening of the Fair from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Schools attending were Pembroke Pines Charter - Central Campus, Deerfield Beach High School, Fort Lauderdale High School, Piper High School, Flanagan High School, Driftwood Middle School, Pembroke Lakes Elementary, Broward Community College. Student were given a tour of the Fair Grounds which included the Agriculture Animal Tent, Horticulture Display, the Belmont Magic Show, Aussie Kingdom Show, Bengal Tiger Show, Wolf Show and the Florida Citrus Model Train Society Train Exhibit. Pepsi Cola products were provided for the students. Dr. Ken Sargeant co-ordinated the event.

TRAIN SHOW NOVEMBER 17, 2012

Pembroke Pines Charter School - Central Campus

Train Show November 17, 2012 Boy Scouts present colors and Pledge the Flag while Jack Esquenazi and Emilio Montanez play the National Anthem.

BUILDING "G" SCALE LAYOUT

FIRST DAY OCTOBER 15, 2012

Florida Citrus Model Train Society Members Building "G" Scale Layout

October 15, 2012 (L-R) Co-Chairman Joe Parisini, Co-Chairman John Michna, Co-Chairman Bill Tesser work on the end sections of the Florida Citrus Model Train Society "G" Scale layout. See:"G" Scale Layout

PLANTATION HISTORICAL MUSEUM, PLANTATION, FL

JULY 14, 2012 - OCTOBER 27, 2012

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Layout at the Plantation Historical Museum

Approximately 2,933 visitors to the Plantation Historical Museum for Railroad Days. This was in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Henry Flagler's Key West Extension 1912-2012. Members of the Florida Citrus Model Train Society participated in the event. See: Plantation Historical Museum

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, PLANTATION, FLORIDA, April 21, 2012 - May 5, 2012

West Regional Library, Plantation, Florida

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society display at the West Regional Library in Plantation, Florida from April 21, 2012 until May 5, 2012. Over 3,478 attended during our twelve day event. We will be back December 15, 2012 through Janurary 23, 2013. We are looking forward to this occasion. See: West Regional Library

MANIACS HOBBY COMPLEX DISPLAY, PLANTATION, FLORIDA, FEB. 26, 2012 - MARCH 16, 2012

HOBBY SUPERSTORE, PLANTATION, FLORIDA

Florida Citrus Model Train Society members (Left to Right) Bill Tessar, Martin Miller, Frank DelVecchio, Tom Rottenberg, Don Glasser, Paul Gehring, John Michna, Don Kneuer, Ken Sargeant, Mike Collins, Tony Balano.

Opening Ceremony Train Show Feb. 25, 2012

Pembroke Pines Charter School - Central Campus

Boy Scout Color Guard, Assistant Scoutmaster Tom Rottenberg, and band members from Pembroke Pines Charter School - Central Campus, open Model Train Show.

Southwest Regional Library, Pembroke Pines, FLordia, December 17 - 30, 2011

Southwest Regional Library, Pembroke Pines, Florida

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Display at the Southwest Regional Library in Pembroke Pines, Florida from December 17, 2011 through December 30, 2011. Over 3,702 attended during our twelve day event. See: West Regional Library

OUR PRESIDENT

Dr. Ken Sargeant

1810 SW 105 Avenue

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324

Phone: 954-473-6376

Cell: 954-253-0413

Email: Sarge40@aol.com

Website: www.fcmts.org

Want to be a member? Come have Breakfast with us at Kristof's Kafe. Visit Breakfast Club.

If you enjoy friendship and model trains come and meet us. We have Breakfast every Tuesday & Friday morning at 9:00 AM at Kristof's Kafe 8912 W. State Road 84, Davie, FL 33324 (between Staples and Radio Shack). Corner of Pine Island Road and I-595 on the Southwest Corner. (Publix, Burlington and Scruby's BBQ). Come and enjoy yourself with members of the Florida Citrus Model Train Society.

February 8, 2013 Look on "Young at Art Library"

Florida Citrus Model Train Society President Dr. Ken Sargeant states "This is the reason the Florida Citrus Model Train Society was founded, Kids are the lifeline of our Toy Train Hobby".

A RAILROAD PRAYER

Oh Lord, now that I have flagged Thee, lift up my feet from the rough road of life and plant them safely on the deck of the train of salvation. Let me use the safety on the deck of the train of salvation. Let me see the safety lamp know as prudence, join all the couplings in the train with the strong arm of love, let my hand lamp be the Bible. Heavenly Father, keep all the switches closed that lead off to the sidings, especially those with the blind end. Oh Lord, if it be Thy pleasure, have semaphore block along the line show the white light of hope that I may make the run of life without stopping. And Lord, give us the Ten Commandments for a schedule and when I've finish on scheduled time and pulled into the dark station of death, may the superintendent of the Universe say, "Well done thou good and faithful servant, come and sign the payroll and receive the check of eternal hapiness."

Anonymous

OUR SPONSORS

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE AUTONATION IMAX THEATER

The Museum Of Discovery & Science AUTONATION IMAX THEATER is a new sponsor. The Florida Citrus Model Train Society is working on a long term relationship with the Museum. Meetings between FCMTS President Dr. Ken Sargeant and MODS President / CEO Kim L. Cavendish, Vice President of Programs, Life Sciences & Exhibits Joe Cytacki, Vice President of Marketing & Visitor Services Marlene Janetos are currently taking place.

BROWARD COUNTY FAIR

Broward County Fair

The Broward County Fair is proud to be a sponsor of the Florida Citrus Model Train Society. The Society displays model train layouts in the community. They do outstanding educational programs for students. Members teach train Safety through Openation LifeSaver and make presentations at various schools, clubs, etc. www.browardfair.org

READY TO ROLL

Ready To Roll is a Full Line-Full Service model railroad supply store with 5 operating layouts. Ready To Roll is a must see attraction in South Florida . From Z to G the store is widely known throughout the world. The store carries track, scenery, structures, electrical, tools, engines, rolling stock, a large selection of detail parts, accessories, and scratch building supplies.

Mike Wolf of MTH had confidence that they could get the job done when he asked Ready To Roll to build and design his show room layout located at MTH Headquarters in Maryland. This spectacular layout was featured in March 99’ Classic Toy Trains Issue.

Visit Ready to Roll Train Model Railroad Supplies located at 831 NW 143 Street, Miami Florida 33168 . Visit website: www.readytorolltrains.com

WE SUPPORT OPERATION LIFESAVER

We support, Operation LifeSaver, which is a national, non-profit education and awareness program dedicated to ending tragic collisions, fatalities and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings and on railroad rights of way. Dr. Ken Sargeant has presented the Operation LifeSaver program at Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary-Central Campus, Fulford Elementary, North Miami Beach, Crestview Elementary, Miami Gardens, Dan Marino Foundation, Fort Lauderdale, Boy Scout/Cub Scout Summer Camp, Vista View Park, Davie, Southwest Regional Library, Pembroke Pines, West Regional Library, Plantation, Broward County Fair, Pembroke Pines, Children's Learning Center, Davie, Florida, Sunset Lake Senior Center, Miramar, FL, several presentations at the Boca Express Train Museum and Plantation Historical Museum, Mirror Lake Elementary School, Plantation, FL. Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge Broward County Chapter. Visit the Operation LifeSaver website: www.oli.org

Come and have coffee with us

Tuesday and Friday at 9:00 AM

Kristof's Kafe

8912 State Road 84,

Davie, FL 33324

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Mug

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Hat

The Florida Citrus Model Train Society Engine

Look on Displays Page and see all the layouts

Don Kneuer with his Christmas Holiday "G" Scale Display in his front carport and yard.

Nov. 29, 2012 Don Kneuer and Christmas "G" Scale Display

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Bill Tessar and his new "O" Scale Layout

Nov. 29, 2012 Bill Tessar with new "O" Scale Display at home.

Look on Displays Page and see all the layouts Paul Gehring and his

new Christmas "O" Scale Layout

Nov. 30, 2012 Paul Gehring stands by his Christmas Layout in his garage.

Look on Display Page and see all the layouts.

Joe Parisini Christmas Layout

Dec. 4, 2012 Joe Parisini stands by his Christmas Layout in his living room

Look on display page and see all the layouts.

December 11, 2012 Aventura Mall Model Train Layout.

Look on display page and see all the layouts. Jack Russell "G" Scale Garden Railway Display.

December 11, 2012 (L-R) Tom Rottenberg, Paul Gehring, Tony Balano, David Mikelson, Ken Sargeant, Jack Russell

Look on West Regional Library Display Page

Dec. 22, 2012 The John Sowden Memorial Fire House Presentation (L-R) Mike Collins, Jan Resmini, Ken Sargeant