• The centerpiece of the conference is five pavilions
  
  • Japanese Pavilion.
  • European Pavilion.
  • International Pavilion.
  • American Traditional Pavilion.
  • American Contemporary Pavilion.

• Additional attractions
  • Hands on teaching station.
  • Pavilion of other craft demonstrations.
  • Joe Straley and his steam powered trip hammer.
  • Tailgaters by the score.

• More from The New York State Designer Blacksmiths
  • In addition to their ring project, they are sponsoring a chapter flag project. For information see the summer issue of Hammer's Blow or contact Al Butlak, butlak1@mindspring.com.

OTHER NEWS

Not too long ago we sent to all chapters for feedback our proposed list of mutual responsibilities. We received one reply! Shortly thereafter we sent to all chapters for feedback a proposal for a program whereby chapters may share their successful programs with all chapters. We received one reply! Never the less, we will continue to develop this program of sharing successful activities and give chapters the details on how a chapter may participate.

Before the end of the year we will send to all chapters information on yet another new program-this one on improving ABANA/Chapter communication. Ask your president to discuss the program, when it is received, with your board and membership and return your input of ideas to us. We are trying hard to consult with the chapters in establishing these programs rather than unilaterally making the program decisions. This can be accomplished only if we all do our part.