The August 2021 newsletter has been uploaded to the Newsletter page.
MosquitoCon 29 “Best Of” Winners
MosquitoCon 29 went off without a hitch on July 31st, 2021, setting records for the most models ever at any of our shows, and several other categories.
We’re processing the photos of all the entrants, which can take some time. In the meantime, though, here’s a list of all of the ‘best of’ winners, and some photos from that group.
Thank you to everyone for a fantastic show! MosquitoCon 30 is only eight months away!
Best Armor: Bergepanther – Mark Kleinfelter
Best Sci-Fi: Ma.K Kuster – Peter Conde
Best Civilian: US Bulldozer – Tim Axe
Best Ship: IJN Taiho – Dan Kaplan
Best Aircraft: Bell P-400 Airacobra – Chad Bowser
Best of the Rest: Bob the Half Orc – Eric Flesher
Best Tailhook: S3B Viking – Andrew White
Best Vietnam Subject: F-4B Phantom – Darrin Cook
Judge’s Best in Show: IJN Taiho – Dan Kaplan
Best Junior: Battle Scar At-ST – William Santucci
MosquitoCon 28 Updates!
MOSQUITOCON 2021 UPDATE (7/28/21):
We continue to be on track to hold MosquitoCon 29 this coming Saturday, July 31, 2021. We will continue to monitor the situation and will be following state and venue guidelines the day of the show.
A few things to note (everything is subject to change):
– Each entrant may enter UP TO 12 models in total
– Each entrant may enter UP TO 3 models per category (12 max – see above).
– Door are scheduled to open at 9am for CONTEST ENTRANTS ONLY.
– Doors will open at 10am for non-entrants. This means no access to the contest OR vendor rooms for non-entrants until 10am. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Wearing of masks inside the venue continues to be optional. However, as of today (7/28), NJ Governor Murphy and state Health Commissioner Persichilli announced that they “strongly recommend” masking in indoor settings, for both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents, due to increased risk.
We are anticipating that we will be able to a pretty much “normal” show, though we are expecting a big turnout.
Keep checking back here, or on our website, for updates, as everything is subject to change.
Look forward to seeing everyone again!
MosquitoCon Last Minute Info and Awards
Everything is on for MosquitoCon 29 on July 31st. All trophy sponsorships have been purchased.
There are a few tables left in the dealer’s room. JP Awards will be on-site, making custom nameplates for model bases.
There are limits to the number of kits that can be entered this year, please refer to the flyer for more information.
And finally, an example of one of the acrylic trophies for the contest is shown at left.
That’s all we have. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone on the 31st!
July’s Newsletter and Meeting
A reminder for all NJIPMS members: this Friday, July 9th, we will be meeting in-person at the same place and time.
Also, this month’s newsletter has been uploaded to the Newsletter page.
Vendor Tables Available!
Due to a cancellation, Five vendor tables have become available for the show later this month. Please contact Bill Schwarz at whsch (at) optimum.net or (732) 567-3724 if interested.
Dealer’s Tables Sold Out! Flyer Updated!
As of June 15th, vendor tables are all sold out for MosquitoCon.
Also, the show’s flyer has been updated with the most current information.
MosquitoCon 29 Contest Entry Form Updated
We have updated the contest entry form for the 2021 show, to indicate the maximum number of model entries per contestant.
The form can be downloaded from the MosquitoCon 29 page, or by clicking on the icon to the left.
May 2021 Club Meeting In Person!
NJIPMS is going back to in-person meetings for this month, on Friday the 14th, at 7pm.
Per Big Bill’s email on the subject, the meeting will be as close to “business as usual” as can be made, with three big requirements:
- Masks are to be worn indoors at all times. No exceptions.
- Safe social distancing will be observed at all times.
- And finally, The Bar Will Be Open!
One more item: with the return of in-person meetings, means the return of dues. If you can pay them on the 14th, all the better.
Friday, May 14th. Back to almost-normal. Hope to see you all there.
MosquitoCon 29 UPDATE
This has been added to the main MosquitoCon 29 page as well:
MOSQUITOCON 2021 UPDATE (5/2/21):
As of now, we are on track to hold MosquitoCon 29 on Saturday July 31, 2021. We will continue to monitor the situation and will be following state and venue guidelines the day of the show.
A few things to note (everything is subject to change):
– Wearing of masks inside the venue is mandatory – NO EXCEPTIONS.
– Each entrant may enter UP TO 12 models in total
– Each entrant may enter UP TO 3 models per category (12 max – see above).
– Door are scheduled to open at 9am for CONTEST ENTRANTS ONLY.
– Doors will open at 10am for non-entrants. This means no access to the contest OR vendor rooms for non-entrants until 10am. NO EXCEPTIONS.
We are hoping that, as restrictions ease and things open up, we will be able to a pretty much “normal” show, but keep checking back here, or on our Facebook page, for updates, as everything is subject to change.
Look forward to seeing everyone again!