What: Seventh annual Fullerton Railroad Days

When: 9 am to 5 pm, May 5 and 6, 2007

Where: Fullerton Train Station

120 E Santa Fe Avenue

(exit 91 Freeway at Harbor Blvd and go north)

Who: co-sponsored by the city and Fullerton Railway Plaza Association, Inc., a non-profit educational group formed to support the development of the Southern California Railroad Museum in Fullerton

Why: Almost 100 Amtrak passenger trains, Metrolink commuter trains, and BNSF freight trains roll through Orange County each weekday. This free, family-friendly community fair aims to raise awareness of railroad safety, especially for children, and remind folks of the area’s historical connection to the railroad.

Cost: All model railroad exhibits and tours of trains are free.

To Do: Local businesses and community groups will staff educational, entertainment, food and souvenir booths both days.

Parking: Free all-day parking in downtown parking lots and multi-level parking structures. Train station parking limited to rail passengers. Note: Santa Fe Avenue will be closed May 1 and 2 between Pomona Ave. and Lemon St.

Idea: Enjoy riding Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner train to Fullerton from one of the many stations between San Diego, Los Angeles and points north.