February
21, 2009, AmeriStamp Expo, Arlington, TX
August 8,
2009, StampShow, Pittsburgh, PA
The
APS Stamp Saturday is a mini-seminar where participants
have the opportunity to learn a lot about stamp collecting
in a short period of time. Held in conjunction with StampShow
each August and the APS Winter Show in January, this
workshop provides the opportunity for beginning collectors
to learn the philatelic  essentials.
Learn
the basics, including:
- How
to get started
- Where
to find stamps
- When
to soak stamps (and when not to soak)
- How
to safely store your collectibles
- How
to use catalogs and reference materials
- How
to use the necessary tools of the hobby
- How
to identify worldwide stamps
Each participant receives:
- Helpful handouts and brochures
- Stamp
tongs, magnifier, stock page, and worldwide stamps and
covers
- An
opportunity to look through a huge pile of worldwide stamps
to practice stamp identification. (Take some stamps to
add to your collection!)
- Personal
attention and answers to your questions.
- A
chance to explore the APS show, including dealers, exhibits,
seminars, and so much more.
Sign
up today! Register for the August 16, 2008 event online or
by contacting
Gretchen Moody,
Director of Education.
Note: Session is designed for adult beginners (ages 15 and up
only, please.)
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