VACATION WEEK
Wed., Aug. 21, 2013
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The Choo Choo Store offers models, accessories
Anyone who loved train sets as a kid, builds models as a hobby, or is interested in getting into model building needs to check out The Choo Choo Store. Located in the heart of downtown Three Lakes, The Choo Choo Store has something for everyone. The store is a familyowned retail store that specializes in model trains and accessories. Owners Dale and Janel Wolke have more than 60 years of combined experience in the retail industry and strive to make sure their customers have a great shopping experience. Visitors are entertained by the 15-foot by 16-foot running train layout that serves as a centerpiece for the store and comes complete with model buildings, trees, rocks, lakes and a bridge. The Choo Choo Store sells a number of items for the hobby model builder, but the main focus is on model trains, parts and accessories. “We are the largest train store in the North Woods area with more than 6,000 items,” said Dale Wolke. For young railroad enthusiasts, customers can visit the junior engineer department which features a selection of popular train sets that appeal to children such as Thomas The Tank Engine and Disney character Chuggington. The Wolkes enjoy seeing customers who come in year after year continue the tradition of model train building and pass it on to younger generations. “Our customer base
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The Choo Choo Store in downtown Three Lakes.
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ranges in age from 2 years old to 92,” said Janel Wolke. “We work hard to cater to families.” This summer, The Choo Choo Store has expanded its collection of plastic models and classic games and puzzles. The extensive inventory of plastic model kits include cars, ships, aircraft and military models, great for the hobbyist of any age. The family game section includes puzzles and
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games that are appropriate for adults and children and features classics such as Clue, Scrabble, Yahtzee and Monopoly. Adults will find everything they need for poker, such as cards and chips, as well as high-quality chess sets. The Wolkes expanded their inventory of plastic models and family games with summer vacationers in mind. Whether stuck in the cabin on a rainy day or just looking for a way to have fun with family, The Choo Choo Store sells the products to entertain. But the main
focus is tr ains and they sell everything from train sets and tracks to scenery products, hobby paint and howto books. They are an authorized dealer of brands such as Atlas, Bachmann, Lionel, MTH and Woodland Scenics. For a complete lineup of products, prices and availability, customers can visit thechoochoostore.com. The Choo Choo Store is open seven days a week at 10 a.m. and is open until 6 p.m. Mondays thru Fridays, 5 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays.
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