Bob,
Thanks for the invite, would love to come, but its way out of my "being in a car tolerance" for my medical conditions. Can't really handle being in a car for more than 2 hours tops. I am certain, being new to the hobby, I would enjoy the show.
My grandson, typical of his generation, if it isn't on a computer screen, cell phone, or I-Pad, or game console - they aren't usually overly interested. I had bought him r/c cars and trucks in the past, again, no real interest. Wish kids still knew how to play with toys. That's why we of our generation are still playing with toy tanks, even big ones.
I look forward to hearing about the show, and perhaps seeing some awesome video clips and pics from the event. It's the next best thing for me.