The Midwest Pond and Koi Society's
15th Annual Goldfish Show

August 22 - 24, 2008
Darien Sportsplex: Friday: 6-9,Saturday: 9-5,Sunday: 10-3

July 23, 2008

Update!
Hello MPKS Members:

Just a quick reminder to reserve tanks for the goldfish show. To do so, decide how many fish you will likely bring and decide how many tanks they will require. Be sure to reserve enough so as to not overstock the tanks.

When you know how many you need, email me at sonof43@hotmail.com to notify me. Note that there are no paper entry forms and all reservations are done via email. When I receive your reservation, I will send you an email to confirm. Please reserve by August 15, 2008.

Space will be somewhat more limited this year and we do not want anyone to be left out. In addition, when you reserve tanks, it is not necessary to provide any descriptions of the fish you plan to bring; all we need is the amount. The cost will be $3 per fish, regardless of how many tanks you require.

Also, remember to fast your fish several days before the show so that the water quality folks don't have to do unnecessary work. Good luck and see you in a few weeks.

Dear MPKS members:

In just a few months, we will be having our 16th Annual MPKS Goldfish Show, the premier goldfish show in the Midwest. As in years past, we hope that we can bench a sizeable number of fish from our own club. If you've never shown fish before, this year is a great opportunity to get into it. This year will also be the second MPKS show to be sanctioned by the American Goldfish Association (AGA).

We are also pleased to announce that our judge this year will be Vicki Knill of Marietta, Georgia. Vicki is a member of the Atlanta Koi Club and has been involved in the hobby for a number of years. You can read more about Vicki on the AGA website here: http://www.americangoldfish.org/new_page_582111112113112111.htm

Due to renovations happening at the Darien Sportsplex, we will be moving to a different room. As such, space may be limited. Please be sure to reserve your tanks before August 9, 2008. Please be mindful that tanks should not be overstocked so be sure to reserve enough tanks for the fish you plan on bringing.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at sonof43@hotmail.com

Sincerely,
Jim Castillo
16th Annual MPKS Goldfish Show Chairman