Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier announced that Trainville Hobby Depot will host a Model Train Show on Saturday, March 4th and Sunday, March 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, located at 28 West Carl Street in Hicksville. The Model Train Show includes operating model layouts coordinated by Trainville Hobby Depot. Charitable donations are being accepted at the exhibit to support the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club.
“We’re proud to partner with Trainville Hobby Depot to offer this model train show while raising charitable funds for the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club,” said Councilwoman Maier. “Assisting groups that not only bring a fun and educational experience to residents of all ages, but also help preserve our history in understanding the railroad’s role in our heritage, is a great cause.”
Area train club are invited to display operating model layouts, including N, O, HO, On30, and G scales.
Admission in to the exhibit is $5.00, children ages 4-11 years are $3.00 and entry for children under the age of 4 is free. For further information, please visit www.trainville.com or call (516) 433-4444.