I'm not sure how many in the club have already checked out Hog Heaven Hobbies, in Sturbridge (Fiskdale), right on Rt. 20. Their anniversary sale is coming up and here's the skinny:
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March 11-19, 2022
29th Anniversary Sale
15% OFF: Radio control, receivers, servos, simulators, airplanes, boats, cars, helicopters, kits, ARFs, RTFs, parts & accessories, engines, motors.
20% OFF EVERYTHING ELSE: Trains, plastic models, toys, slot cars, wood, glue, rockets, tools, dollhouse, books, scenery, paint, batteries, chargers.
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They only carry Estes, but they're pretty well stocked with kits, motors, and accessories. They also tend to carry a few recent OOP kits. The store's biggest strength is supplies - best I've seen in New England, of late. Fantastic stocks on balsa and basswood as well a great paint selection. If you haven't checked 'em out, you should. And unlike the often glum,funeral-like atmosphere of Hobby Emporium or Spare Time, the crew at Hog Heaven is usually a upbeat and helpful bunch (in my experience). Here's the link to their site:
www.hogheavenhobbies.com/
--Rob