He started the hobby as a kid.

Now, Vernon elementary school teacher Lucas Mitchell wants to pass his love of collecting trading cards to youngsters, and others with similar interests.

Mitchell is the host for Collect-A-Con 2025, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at the Vernon Elks Lodge.

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The event includes free admission, and is open to everyone, but Mitchell would love to see kids come and check out why cards have been such a fun pastime in his life, and for millions of others globally over the decades.

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Posters have been made up for Collect-A-Con and distributed around town (including at The Morning Star). If you see a poster, scan the QR code which will take you directly to the event香蕉视频直播檚 Facebook link. Or check the link in Mitchell香蕉视频直播檚 Instagram page 香蕉视频直播� @whatsuplucmitch.

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