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I hope everyone had a great Christmas. From the looks of the "Christmas Goodies" thread, I'd say that there are quite a few happy VGOF'ers out there! We also set a record for simultaneous users on the site on Dec 26th with 187 users online at once!

Please check the articles below for information on area Gun Shows this weekend and developments in the forum.

I'd like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year.

Rick Sandlin, VGOF Owner/Administrator

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Southeastern Guns and Knives
Fredericksburg, VA
Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center

Admission $8

Show Hours:
Saturday 9-5
Sunday 10-4

2371 Carl D Silver Parkway (Central Park)
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Directions:

Exit 130-B (Rt. 3 West) off I-95, turn Right onto Carl D. Silver Parkway (into Central Park), stay on Carl D. Silver Parkway and pass through the Fall Hill Avenue intersection and the Expo Center will be 1/4 mile further on the right.

An Established Quality Gun Show Since 1971 -
The Largest Continuous Running Gun Show in the State of Virginia

JANUARY 1 - 2, 2011

LOCATION
Roanoke Civic Center
710 Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24016

HOURS
Sat - 9am - 5pm
Sun - 9am - 4pm

ADMISSION
Adults - $8.00
Children 12 & Under w/ Adult -FREE
Saturday admission good for both days!

DEALER SETUP
Fri - 12 - 8 pm,
Sat - 7 am - 8:30 am

FEATURING
Free Parking, 24 Hour Security

CONDITIONS
All political material must be pre-approved by Show Manager.
No photography or video allowed without written
permission of Promoter.
No media interviews allowed.

NO LOADED FIREARMS--NO EXCEPTIONS!

DIRECTIONS
I-81, Exit 143, I-581, Exit 4E
(Williamson Road & Orange Ave. NE.)
Roanoke, VA

Save $1.00 Print and bring to show to save $1.00 off regular adult admission. Not to be distributed on premises. Click here for a printable coupon (Offer Expires: 01-03-11)

Concealed Carry Class

Date: Saturday, January 1, 2011 or Sunday, January 2, 2011

Time: 11:00am - 2:30pm
Place: Roanoke Gun Show - Roanoke Civic Center
Price: $45.00

Important Information:
There is a new class each day listed. You only have to attend one session so choose the day that best suits your schedule.
Please do not call our store to register. All you need to do is show up on the day of the class. Please arrive 20 minutes early to register.

There is no need to bring a firearm as there is no qualification shooting or range time.
To check in go to the ticket window at the show location and tell them you are there to take the concealed carry class. They will give you directions to where the class is being held.
The $45.00 fee can be paid the day of the class.

This is a Basic Pistol Safety Class taught by a NRA Certified Pistol Instructor.
THIS IS NOT AN NRA CLASS!
It is accepted by all Virginia localities in order to obtain a Concealed Handgun Permit.

Paul Henick will be going to trial at the Surry County Courthouse on January 4th, 2011 at 9am. If you are close to the area (or even if you aren't!) please consider showing up to show your support for a man who is a firearm enthusiast, second amendment and open carry supporter.

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Paul is charged with brandishing a firearm and obstruction of justice. The brandishing charge was leveled by a supervisor at the Surry County Ferry who claims that he "felt threatened" when Paul pointed his finger at him and called him "You" during a discussion about the requirements for search at the ferry crossing. Paul was open carrying at the time, but never made any kind of movement toward or reference to his firearm. The obstruction charge was leveled by a Surry County deputy who asked Paul for his driver's license, although Paul was never operating a motor vehicle in the deputy's presence. When asked for identification, Paul identified himself by name and provided his address, as required by law.

Mr. Henick is a strong supporter of our rights in Virginia including attendance at VCDL Lobby Day and many other VCDL functions as well as putting forth a good and responsible face for the Second Amendment and Open Carry movement.

Please consider helping Paul by contributing to his legal defense fund, either via Paypal or with a personal check or money order. Every penny counts, and Paul deserves our help!

Contribute via PayPal
-or-
Send a check or money order contribution to:

Virginia Legal Defense
P.O. Box 100
Broad Run, Va. 20137

I had hoped to be personally present at the trial, but my job has come up with things to do on January 4th, so the best I can do is provide moral support here in our newsletter and financial support via the Paypal link above. VGOF has contributed to his legal defense.

Good luck Paul!

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I have started a VGOF CafePress shop that currently contains a couple of hats, a shirt and a couple of stickers with VGOF logos on them. Every purchase helps to support VGOF. Please let me know if you buy something and provide feedback regarding the quality of the item and how the logo looks, as I have not had a chance to preview all of these items personally.