In the February 2005 issue:  

  Featured in this issue is a complete listing of exhibitors that are participating in the 2005 IISF Trade Show and Extravaganza. Included in this comprehensive listing are contact names, phone and fax numbers, product listing, and booth spaces.

  Orlando in November was the scene of the IAAPA Orlando 2004 Annual Convention and Trade Show. See what exhibitors and visitors from all over the world came to ooh and ahh over with the latest and greatest for the outdoor amusement industry.

  Cumberland Valley Shows provided the midway at the Porter County Fair in Valparaiso, Indiana. The Hoosier event featured the show's new Zero Gravity ride.

  Down Memory Lane highlights rides and attractions as well as the train that were part and parcel of the American carnival institution Royal American Shows; also pictured is the show's logo that was reminiscent of a royal crest.

  Looking to help take Powers Great American Midways to their next level is Charlie Belknap. The former owner of Hollywood Stunt Show has taken on the task of helping market the show.

  MAH Consulting will be conducting safety seminars February 9 & 10 at the Gibtown Trade Show.

  The Minnesota State Fair successfully offers an independent midway. Who was there in 2004 and what did they bring - see it in CARNIVAL!

  In response to the statements issued by the State of Massachusetts regarding the Sizzler incident that involved Jaro Amusements last year, the carnival has in turn issued its own statement.

  CARNIVAL traveled Out and About with Franklinton, North Carolina-based Inners Shows

  The Huss Ranger is in the spotlight in Do You Remember. Only one of these rides was ever available on the American carnival scene and it was on the Deggeller Attractions' midway.

  The Concessions section profiles a veteran concessionaire who has managed to involve his family in his multiple concessions career.

  There is news from upstate New York: photos show that Hammerl Amusements has refurbished its Tilt-A-Whirl and the show still offers rides on its truck-mounted Whip.

  The History of Train Shows follows Rubin & Cherry Shows in the 1920s.

  Looking to buy, looking to sell, looking to hire, or looking for a job - be sure to check out the Classified Ads!

  Also included in this issue are regular features: Midway Talk, Modeler's Corner, and Direct From the Lots

  See You in Gibtown - February 9-12, 2005!