The Toledo Plastic Modelers is a chapter of the International Plastic Modelers Society. As these names suggest, we are a club that is devoted to the plastic modeling hobby. Our purpose is to share the recreational and educational outlets this activity affords with the members of our club. The Toledo Plastic Modelers also tries to promote the hobby by holding several events which are open to the public.

Chief among these is our Century-Con Model Contest and Swap Meet. Held each year, this event allows modelers of all ages and interests to compete for trophies in dozens of categories. During the show, we have what may be "the largest hobby shop in Ohio" - the Vendors Room. Here, a host of vendors sell new and out-of-production hobby kits, tools, supplies, and references. The Toledo Plastic Modelers try to have something for everyone at the Century-Con!

At the Century-Con, and other times during the year, we hold a Make 'N Take. This is an opportunity for newcomers to the hobby to get a hands-on experience with plastic modeling. The attendees are given a simple plastic model to assemble under supervision from our members. The models require little or no toxic adhesives or paints to finish - the idea is to have fun! There is no charge to participate in our Make 'N Take events.

We meet twice a month on the second (business) and fourth (informal) Thursday evenings, at the Rider's Hobby of Toledo store in the Starlight Plaza Shopping Center, 5700 Monroe Street in Sylvania, Ohio. The meetings begin at 6:30 PM. See the Coming Up Page for specifics. Dues are $25.00 per year, pro rated for newcomers who join in the middle of the dues period. For further information on our next meeting, or the club in general, e-mail us at: toledoplasticmodelers@toast.net

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