June 26 - 29, 2008
Bloomington, MN The NCC is holding a convention in June, 2008 in Bloomington, MN. This is the perfect time for all Department 56 enthusiasts to meet and greet some of the artists that create your favorite village and ask them how they do what they do. More information can be found on their website www.ncc2008convention.com
 



May 15 - 17, 2009
Montreal, Quebec, Canada Village Lamplighters of Québec (Canada) announces the next gathering in Canada will be in Montreal on May 15 – 17, 2009.  Mr. Marc Chouinard has accepted the president’s post for this gathering. The website is http://www.lamplighters.ca or http://www.lamplighters.ca/index-en.html (English text)
 



August 20-23, 2009
San Antonio, Texas Plans are moving forward for the Region 8 Roundup.  It will be held August 20 - 23, 2009 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade in San Antonio, Texas.  Dust off your witches' hat and brooms because the theme is Halloween and we are planning a Spooktacular time for y'all.  We hope to have our web site updates soon. For more information contact Chairwoman Linda Cook at 512-255-9982 or email lindacook@sbcglobal.net

TBD 2010
Frankenmuth, MI There are plans in the works for a possible gathering in Frankenmuth.  This event will be hosted by Village Collectors of Michigan.  Stay tuned for more details.