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In the March 2007 issue:


  • The North and South Carolina Combined Fair Associations held their annual meeting in January in Durham, North Carolina. A trade show, hospitality suites and workshops and seminars were the order of the day for the two states where the future looks bright.
  • Down Memory Lane takes a look at an item that was popular before the age of computers- show stationery, that colorful letterhead sent from the desk of….
  • Do You Remember presents from Texas-based Export Sales the Italian- made Himalaya, a ride that was promoted as being designed specifically for the American market.
  • Midway Personality spotlights the entrepreneurial spirit of food concessionaire Dennis Fraleigh, a man who has been an independent operator for over 20 years and has made his mark on the amusement industry’s food operations.
  • In Manufacturer’s Showcase, National Ticket is celebrating their 100th anniversary; and Bertazzon America is introducing its Swing Buggy, a ride that is being converted to a portable piece for the American market.
  • The History of Train Shows follows several train transported circuses from the 1930s and ‘40s that went out of business and the carnivals that benefited from this.
  • The IAFE Annual Convention in Las Vegas was a gathering that served to prove learning can be fun.
  • Route Snapshots includes photos of Mac’s Carnival & Attractions and Davis Shows Northwest.
  • March 20-22 are the dates for the Pennsylvania Ride Safety Seminar to be held at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The informational gathering will cover all aspects of ride safety and is critical for those operators seeking to work in the state.
  • With the addition of several new pieces, several new dates, an expanded route and with the help of foreign labor, Playworld Amusements had a great 2007 season.
  • The Pack Your Bags section provides a list of a number of state and industry-related events, including safety and organization meetings, slated for the next several months.
  • The Now Booking for 2007 section provides the opportunity to check out the carnivals and concessions that may be available for booking your event
  • Check out the new Carnival Exchange section that lists carnivals that need route help and have booking opportunities for rides and concessions
  • Looking to buy, looking to sell, be sure to check out the Classified Ads
  • Also included in this issue are regular features: Midway Talk, Direct From the Lots, and Life's Flow.
 
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