Thanks CraftyBear for the following suggestions - I'm obviously a rookie at setting one of these up so ....
All are free to come, not just "Illinois" people.
You are all welcome to invite guests, spouses, and well behaved children (misbehaving children will be given a puppy, a cup of espresso, and a large lollypop just in time for the car ride home).
ALL - please bring show-and-tell items, brag items, and anything you wish to share with the group.