Pocono Speedway sponsors the Friday night get-to-gether.

Friday night at the EMPA convention means fun and comradery.

A few years ago, this combination RC car race and 'Name That Tune'  contest was held to the enjoyment of all who watched or participated.

Now Friday night is 'Casino night'

Attendees gamble without using real money.

photo by Mike Pares

Saturday's Press Conferences allow the media to talk to championship drivers as well as the local track promoters.

Pictured are John Blewett lll and Scott Szegedy in one such press conference.

 

Photo by Mike Pares

At the Convention it is normal to see EMPA photographers admire each others work.

Photo by Mike Pares

The Saturday Night Cocktail hour, which is held before the banquet awards program is always a big hit.

Photo by Robin Ervin

The highlight of the weekend. The EMPA awards presentation on Saturday night.

EMPA Awards awaiting to be given out.

The winning photos on display during the banquet.

During the awards banquet, new members are inducted into the EMPA Hall of Fame and the winners of the writing, photo and broadcasting contests are announced.

Here, Earl Krause announces the recipient of the next award.

Lunch is for meeting new friends and catching up on the news with old friends.

 

Below photos by Ace Lane Jr

The ever popular door prize drawing. The items given away often include such things as: collectibles, shirts, a day at a racing school and books.

Attendees help themselves to cheese, crackers and fruit during the before dinner cocktail hour.

 

Enjoying each other's company during cocktail hour.