The Art of Letter Writing

The Art of Letter Writing

by Marsha Brandsdorfer When I was a young girl, for several years, my parents took my two brothers and me on a summer vacation to a “bungalow colony” in Connecticut. This was the 1960s, when we could keep doors unlocked, and run around the grounds to meet with other...
June President’s Message

June President’s Message

At the Sequoia Stamp Club 2015 season midpoint, I have been impressed with the quality and substance of our meetings. Our members have stepped up to offer fun activities, lively auctions, and worthwhile presentations. Our VP, Jim Giacomazzi, has managed the Larry...
Panama-Pacific International Expo (PPIE)

Panama-Pacific International Expo (PPIE)

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition (PPIE) in San Francisco.  It was nothing short of a miracle that it even took place having to overcome the Great Earthquake of 1906 and the shadow of World War I hanging over the...
PENPEX – A 501(c)(3) Organization

PENPEX – A 501(c)(3) Organization

The Peninsula Philatelic Exhibition (PENPEX) held its first show on November 10 & 11, 1951. Since then 41 stamp shows have been held in Redwood City under the name PENPEX. PENPEX was incorporated as a non-profit public benefit corporation on January 7, 1994, but...
Another One Bites the Dust

Another One Bites the Dust

By Ken Perkins And another one gone And another one gone And another one bites the dust. (lyrics by John Deacon of Queen) The Globe Stamp store of Oakland. Richard Wolffers in San Francisco. Laurel Stamps in San Carlos. The Stamp Shoppe, with two locations: San Carlos...
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