This is your invitation to attend the 13th annual show of Pinball Expo - and what an exciting show we have planned for you!

FACTORY TOUR

We are pleased to offer Expo attendees the opportunity to tour the new ultra-modern manufacturing facility of Williams-Bally/Midway, located in Waukegan, IL. While at the factory, you will be able to witness the assembly of the latest Williams-Bally pingame which we are privileged to have as our tournament game for this year’s Flip Out Tournament.

SOCIAL GATHERINGS

The Fireside Chat continues to feature the greats of this fun industry. This year is no exception as we are fortunate to have Jim Patla of Bally fame and Joe Kaminkow of Sega share some stories of their exciting adventures for their respective companies.

PINBALL TOURNAMENTS

There will be yet another twist to the tournament as we add a senior’s division to our already growing list, which includes manufacturer’s, player’s, woman’s, youth, and tot. We wish to extend a big "thank you" to Ken Fedeana and Joe Dillon who will be on hand to present a new Williams-Bally game to the winner of the"A" Division.

SPEAKERS

A multitude of seminars are again scheduled for this year’s event. Besides the ever-popular "Pat Lawlor Show", Dick Bueschel, Tom Cahill, and Steve Young will give their respective presentations. Also, the always entertaining Tim Arnold will be on hand to enlighten our audience with his words of wit. New speakers will include Mark Helms, who will talk about his pinball documentary he recently finished and Michael Brown who has an exciting presentation on a machine he personally developed called "Go Girl!"

BANQUET

The Saturday evening banquet will be a special treat as we will be graced with the presence of the legendary pingame designer of Williams Electronics, Steve Ritchie. Wow! And don’t forget the Make-A-Wish Charity Auction which will also be part of the banquet festivities.

We look forward to seeing each and everyone of you. Make your preparations now for this outstanding event!

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We will be offering a $10.00 per game rebate for those that bring a pinball machine for Expo Attendees to play. The machine must be in good working order and appearance, and must remain at the show until the show closes at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. This offer is limited to the first 100 machines brought in during setup Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00p.m. We ask that these machines be only for the attendees to play and not for sale. Please contact exhibits chairman Mike Pacak at 330-549-2596 if you plan to take advantage of this offer.

To consign games for sale, bring games to the auction site Friday, November 15. Inspection: Saturday 9-10 a.m. Auction begins at 10:00 a.m. local time. Please, no cigarette or candy machines. Acceptable Payment - Cash, Cashiers Check, Travelers Check, Personal or Company Check with Irrevocable Bank Letter of Guarantee, Visa, MasterCard or Discover.
A 10% Buyers Premium will apply.

A panel of the leading pingame artists will be on hand to judge this new event, with the winner having the opportunity to personally meet these judges and hear comments and suggestions about his/hers entry. The winner will also receive a nice selection of backglass art a plaque, and a $50.00 cash prize. Please call or write Pinball Expo Headquarters if you have any questions.

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The Pinball Art Show will be held in conjunction with this year's Pinball Expo. The approach will be that of a county fair art / craft show with ribbons, honorable mentions, and Best of Show awards. All work will be on display in the exhibit hall ensuring plenty of exposure.

Our goal is to have fun and display more of the considerable talent which our attendees have -- so bring out your pinball drawings, pictures, models, etc. All attendees and their families are encouraged to participate in any (or all) of the categories listed below. All participants aged 16 and under will be placed in a Youth Division category and judged accordingly.

While every effort will be made to protect your entry, it must be noted that no insurance will be available. A display card will be provided for each entry noting the artist, category, and a selling price if you wish to sell your work (All sales are between the artist and buyer only). Your work shall remain on display throughout the Expo with removal to be made between 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday. All entries must have a pinball theme and awards will be presented Saturday evening at the banquet.

All work must be original and/or a limited edition and ready for hanging or display. There is no entry fee in either the adult or youth division, so enter as many categories as you wish. Entry forms which will be available ate the registration table must eb completed and attached to the artwork. Please bring your art to the Exhibit Hall by 6:00 p.m., Thursday, November 13, 1997. If you would like to enter or have any question or comments, please call or write Pinball Expo Headquarters.

Includes all seminars, exhibit hall admission, Factory Tour and 2 entries in Flip Out "97. Banquet NOT included.
(Advance registration only, MUST be received by November 3, 1997)

Includes all seminars, exhibit hall admission, banquet, Factory Tour and 2 entries in Flip Out "97.
(Advance registration only. MUST be received by November 3, 1997)

Includes all seminars, exhibit hall admission, Factory Tour and 2 entries in Flip Out '97 Banquet NOT Included.
(Received after November 3, 1997 - also available at door.)

Includes all seminars, exhibit hall admission, banquet, Factory Tour and 2 entries in Flip Out '97 Banquet NOT Included.
(Received after November 3, 1997 - also available at door.)

PINBALL FACTORY TOUR ONLY @ 25.00 EACH

EXHIBIT HALL ADMISSION ONLY (4 DAY) @ 35.00 EACH

SEMINARS ONLY @ 30.00 EACH

ACCOMMODATIONS: A block of rooms has been set aside at the Ramada O'Hare Rosemont at special discount rates for EXPO attendees. You can make your reservations directly with the hotel by calling (847) 827-5131 between the hours of 8:30-5:30 C.S.T.. Identify yourself as attending PINBALL EXPO '97.
REGISTRATION: Early registration (before November 3) saves you money and is strongly encouraged. Your show admission badge plus a additional EXPO information will be waiting for you when you check in. Registration at the door for exhibit hall admission only will cost $10.00 a day.
FLIP OUT '97: FLIP OUT '97 entries consist of the best score on two qualifying games on one of the tournament machines provided at the show. Additional FLIP OUT '97 entries cost $5.00 each. More information about FLIP OUT '97 will be included in your registration packet.
AIRLINE:PINBALL EXPO '97 has arranged for a discount fare through United Airlines for all show attendees. For information about that discount call United Airlines at 1-800-521-4041 (7:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. EST). You must provided the special PINBALL EXPO '97 account number 517JZ.
SHIPPING ARRANGEMENTS: A trucking company will be on hand at the EXPO in the event any attendees wish to have freight delivered anywhere in the U.S. All the arrangements are to be made between the attendee and the trucking firm, as PINBALL EXPO '97 assumes no responsibility for any trucking arrangements.
CANCELLATIONS: In the event of cancellation, the registration fee will be returned in full if written notice is received prior to October 31, 1997. After that date, no refunds will be made. For further information about PINBALL EXPO '97 contact Expo Chairman Robert Berk at Expo Headquarters: 2671 Youngstown Road S.E., Warren, Ohio 44484, (330) 369-1192 or (800) 323-FLIP, or Expo Assistant Chairman/Exhibits Chairman Mike Pacak at (330) 755-9574. Our fax number is (330) 369-6279.
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For general information on this year's Pinball Expo, Flip Out Tournament, etc., please contact: Robert Berk, Expo Chairman at Pinball Expo Headquarters, 2671 Youngstown Rd., S.E., Warren, OH 44484, (330) 369-1192 or (800) 323-3547 (U.S.A. only), fax: (330) 369-6279. For exhibit information contact Mike Pacak at (330) 549-2596.