You are invited to join a new, free stamp group! Learning About Stamps Online (LASO for short) has  formed to give collectors a new way to connect with others over the Internet no matter where they live. 

Our Mission Statement says it all: To provide an online forum for stamp collectors of all ages, skill levels  and philatelic interests who have a passion to learn. Together members will share knowledge and resources  to better appreciate, enjoy and promote the hobby. 

Over 30 volunteers active in philately in the U.S. and Canada met by Zoom during the early months of 2024 to discuss needs and roadblocks facing collectors. Their collaboration has resulted in this  organization with the aim of helping each other through LASO’s emphasis on learning. 

You will want to know… 

• Membership is free to anyone worldwide. 

• Monthly meetings will be held the third Tuesday of every month beginning at 8 PM Eastern via Zoom for  about an hour in length. 

• English is the primary language used by participants. 

• Topics will vary and cover a broad range of collecting areas, including philatelic basics, “how to”  tutorials, general and specialized presentations.  

• Breakout groups will be used whenever possible to foster a more personal experience for everyone.

• The focus of meetings is not for buying or selling; however, participants may contact one another to initiate such exchanges. 

• Member contact information will never be utilized for non-club purposes and only released to other  members with his or her consent. 

We encourage interested collectors to sign up to receive meeting notices and information as it becomes  available. Please share this information to anyone else that may be interested. Again, there is no  fee!

The following serve as LASO’s Operations Team:

Bob Thompson (thompsonro@ecu.edu), Raleigh Stamp Club, Raleigh, NC

Diane Goatey (ladydi@htc.net), Belleville Stamp Club, Mascoutah, IL

Tom Fortunato (stamptmf@gmail.com), Rochester Philatelic Association, Rochester, NY

Paul Booth (fishnstamp@gmail.com), Hagerstown and Frederick Stamp Clubs, Hagerstown, MD

Antone Aboud (antonejaboud@gmail.com), Fort Orange Stamp Club, Albany, NY

We are Chapter Member 1621 of the American Philatelic Society. You can download a copy using this link: