Coming in the July 2004 issue of CARNIVAL

  CARNIVAL magazine's 2004 Carnival Route Listing ** Find out who is where, when, with this comprehensive listing of dozens of carnivals from across North America. The listing contains information on shows through the remainder of the 2004 season.

  Lights and graphics that enhance the Magic of the Midway can be found on many contemporary concession units. View a sampling of such units, adding their colorful themes to the midway.

  Michigan-based McDonagh's Amusements has worked hard to breathe new life into a midway classic: the Sky Wheel. The completely refurbished piece has been added to the midway line up on the show.

  The "Concessions" section includes an article on Charles Watkins, a games concessionaire who is approaching his 25th anniversary in the carnival industry. He has played on a number of shows and expects to continue in the business.

  A relative newcomer to the carnival scene, Mid America Shows is the result of a partnership between Danny Huston and Jim Wegerly, both former Pugh Shows personnel. Featuring a ride arsenal of more than 45 pieces, Mid America generally operates with two units, covering dates in the Midwest.

  Blomsness' All Star Amusements has one of the sweetest gigs around with their date at the Burlington, Wisconsin Chocolate Fest, proving once and for all that chocolate is a food group.

  After trying their hands in several different milieus, Dick and Lisette Shea have settled on the carnival industry and own and operate D&L Amusements, a family run operation based out of Tilton, New Hampshire.

  "Do you remember" profiles the Allan Herschell Kiddie tank ride. Featuring a camouflage paint job and rat-a-tat machine guns, the ride was designed to have strong appeal to both "junior fighting" men and young ladies.

  Manufacturer's Showcase puts the spotlight on Zamperla's newest ride entry - the Skater; it also focuses on new concession equipment and supplies from Gold Medal Products.

  The History of Train Shows continues its coverage of the Hennies Bros. Shows and discusses the tragic fire that almost totally destroyed the James E. Strates Shows carnival. Also, learn about Alvin DeBelle, one of the industry's foremost press agents and publicity directors.

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