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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Collect-A-Con 2025 has attracted more than 20 vendors, and the vendors will not only be there to buy, sell, and trade cards, they乌鸦传媒檒l have free swag for the kids to help introduce them to the hobby.

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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乌鸦传媒檚 Facebook link. Or check the link in Mitchell乌鸦传媒檚 Instagram page 乌鸦传媒� @whatsuplucmitch.

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