You may have seen that the USPS is soon to release the Carnival Nights stamps – we certainly did, and were inspired by the images of carnival rides and colorful lights to kick off our June membership campaign with a celebration of the quintessential American carnival! This month, the APS is reminding stamp enthusiasts across the globe that we are your “ticket” to stamp collecting. Whether you’re a researcher, an exhibitor, a dealer, or a casual collector – or if you’re just someone who wants to support the hobby and see it grow – the APS can help you get the most out of the hobby.

What’s a carnival without prizes? In June, when you join as a new member, you’ll receive a packet of stamps absolutely free! Keep them for your own collection or pass them along to a new collector to share the fun of philately.

And don’t forget – June is your last month to secure APS membership for the lowest price of the year! U.S. membership is currently $25.50 through the end of 2024 (and just $20.50 for digital membership!), so if you’ve been thinking about giving membership a try, sign up before the prorated price goes up to $59.25 (membership through the end of 2025) for U.S. members in July!

Want to learn more about APS membership and which option is right for you? Visit our Join Now page for more information!

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