2009 PGR Winter Convention
The 2009 Prairie Gold Rush Winter Show will be hosted by Nic Papenburg, Joe and Judy Clifford and Dennis Miller in Shipshewanna, IN March 26-27-28, 2009.
MOTEL INFORMATION:
Please make reservations early as all rooms will be release March 1, 2009 if not reserved. All motels are located on SR 5 in Shipshewana, IN
Farmstead Inn 260-768-4595
$70.10/Thurs night $80.10/Friday & Sat night
Please say you are with the Prairie Gold Rush Acct #29804
The Farmstead Inn is the location we are recommending as we received special rates and will have a hospitality room open on Thursday evening starting at 5:00 in Conference room 1.
Super 8 260-768-4004
$79.00 No special rate, but animals allowed
Both accommodations have continental breakfast included.
BANQUET INFORMATION:
An authentic Amish meal will be served Friday March 27. The banquet will be held Saturday evening March 28. Information regarding the dinner locations and costs will be in the January PGR.
Events For Everyone:
Thursday will be on your own shopping and touring of the town of Shipshewana. There are carriage rides, antique stores and don’t forget to check out the 100 year old carousel and the car museum. Tours will be planned for Friday with visits to an Amish machine shop, an RV factory and several local business and attractions. Saturday plans include plowing with horses which you will be able to try your hand at driving the plow and, of course, an auction. The auction may include a beautiful Amish handmade quilt or two.
Vendor and display tables will be available for Friday and Saturday during the show.