CHARLOTTE – One forever stamp for collectors, one giant event for philatelists. Stamp collectors and enthusiasts will gather in Charlotte for a two-day event showcasing stamps and other philatelic products for the Charpex Annual Stamp and Postcard Show.

The Postal Service will offer philatelic items and a variety of stamps for sale, including the new First Moon Landing Forever Stamp with a special cancellation (see figure below) to honor the 50th anniversary of the historic event.

Information for Charpex Annual Stamp and Postcard Show

Dates:	July 27-28
Times:	Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location:	Worrell Building at CPCC 1228 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28204

The special postmark can be also ordered by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to Postmaster, Charlotte Station, 2901 Scott Futrell, Charlotte, NC 28228-9997. Mail order requests for the postmark will be honored for 30 days following the event.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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