The FMM is a great opportunity to make new friends and has classes specific to "newbies" to the hobby. Additionlly, the FMM has group buys from vendors, so you will be recieve a discount off products with delivery of those products to the MegaMini for free. Most people will save more than the cost of admssion simply by the discounts they recieve from this group buy with the group. Additionally, you will taught by community experts who have been in your same shoes once upon a time. Christmas people are the most friendly, helpful people you will meet in any hobby. Additionally, the Extreme Lighting Fanatics (ELF) of Florida Facebook page have people from all over the world who are avilable to help at a post's notice.