The HIstorical Construction Equipment Association will hold its 24th Annual International Convention and Old Equipment Expositionin Bowling Green, Ohio (just south of Toledo) September 18-20. If you’ve never been to one of these and you’re nearby it would be well worth your time to attend. They include hundreds of pieces of restored equipment and trucks, many of them operational, plus historical displays, memorabilia, parts for sale and activities for the kids. And for those of you who don’t appreciate how good you’ve got it today there’s usually a live earthmoving demonstration using all vintage iron.

For more information visit the group’s website: www.hcea.net or e-mail tberry@heca.net.