December 2013
In the December 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Helm & Sons Amusements' Wave Swinger at Night. Photo by Christian Vega.
Feature Articles:
- Drew Expositions Welcomes Record Attendance at N.C. Mountain State Fair
- Big Ride and Food Gross at the State Fair of Texas
- James E. Strates Shows Plays Northeast Route Again in 2013
- Reithoffer Shows Has Great Fall Route
- Advent: A Season Bonus for European Showmen
- Wisdom Stampede Debuts at the North Carolina State Fair
- Connecticut Show Offers Carnival & Circus
- Do You Remember The Jolly Caterpillar?
- Midway Personality: Debbie Carter, Pride of Texas Shows
- Holiday Special: Model Construction
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
November 2013
In the November 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Wade Shows at the 2013 Nebraska State Fair, photo courtesy of the Nebraska State Fair.
Feature Articles:
- Imagine the Possibilities: The 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo
- Midway Revenue Up at the Nebraska State Fair
- National Advertising Moved the Shows
- Wheels on Film: Carnival Rides on the Silver Screen
- Helm & Sons Amusements at the Tulare County Fair
- Moore's Greater Shows Continues Family Tradition
- Tufano Amusements at the Goshen Fair
- N.A.M.E. at the Wisconsin Valley Fair
- News from Hitch-Hiker Mfg.
- Do You Remember Go-Karts?
- Midway Personality: Jeff Dean
- 2013 November Fair Route Listing
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
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October 2013
In the October 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Photos of Various Amusement Wheels, Photos by John D. Toomey.
Feature Articles:
- N.A.M.E. Plays Three State Fairs in America's Heartland
- Chance Rides Delivers New Ride to RCS
- Touring Midget Troupes of the 1940's and 50's
- Ventura County Fair Promotes Reading Using Carnival Rides
- Gold Star Amusements at the Rasmey County Fair
- Big Numbers for Amusements of America at the Ohio State Fair
- Midway Visits in Northeast and Canada
- KMG Delivers Several Rides in U.S.
- Midway Personality Gordie Mills
- Do You Remember The Overland Fire Truck?
- 2013 Inudstry Buyer's Guide
- 2013 October Fair Route Listing
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
September 2013
In the September 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Ray Cammack Shows at the 2013 Houston Livestock Show. Photo by Chris Hurley.
Feature Articles:
- Ray Cammack Shows Welcomes 7 New Rides to Midway
- Hitch-Hiker Mfg. Prepares for New Product Launch
- Dennis Kline Has Painted Them All
- A Good Year for First Class Concessions
- Midway Rides of Utica Debuts Wisdom Grand Wheel
- Carnival Magazine Visits Events Throughout U.S. & Beyond
- Midway Personality David Cox
- Do You Remember The Starflyer?
- Minnesota and Wisconsin 2013 State Fair Ride Lineups
- 2013 September Fair Route Listing
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
August 2013
In the August 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- The 2013 San Diego County Fair in Del Mar, California. Photo by Christian Vega.
Feature Articles:
- Game On at the San Diego County Fair
- Belle City Amusements: It All Started with a Pony Ride
- Europe's Used Ride Market in America
- Improving Economy in Northern California Pleasant News for Midway of Fun
- T.J. Schmidt & Company Celebrate Six Years!
- Myers International Midways at the Murray-County Fair
- Midway Personality John Mayne
- Do You Remember Multi-Unit Kiddie Rides?
- 2013 August Fair Route Listing
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
July 2013
In the July 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Funtastic Shows Carousel at the 2012 Puyallup Fair (Washington) Photo by Patty Herman.
Feature Articles:
- Strawberry Fields Forever: Amusements of America Welcomes Spring at New Event
- Carnival of the Caribbean: Smokey Mountain Amusements provides Midway in The Bahamas
- Follow the Searchlights: A History of Military Equipment used by Carnivals
- The Craft of Doing Business: A Conversation with Schantz Mfg.
- Do You Remember Trackless Trains?
- Chris Cristiani: The Next Generation
- 2013 July Fair Route Listing
Plus our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
June 2013
In the June 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Century 21 Shows, cover design by Lisa Kluttz.
Feature Articles:
- Frazier Shows Makes Room for new Spectacular Ride
- Memories of Century 21 Shows
- Wall of Death
- Tons of Fun Shows Season Kicks-Off
- Crabtree Amusements Introduces Buc Days to New Wheel
- New KMG Inversion Set for Midway at Del Mar
- Midway Personality Wayne Kunz
- 2013 Fair Route Listing
Plus: Do You Remember The Hi-Ball and our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
May 2013
In the May 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Powers Great American Midways, photo taken by R.D. Thomas.
Feature Articles:
- Ride Debuts & Strong Attendance Across Country as 2013 Season Begins
- New Products and Increased Markets for Berk Concession Supply
- All This Just for Fun, 57 Years in the Carnival Business with E.J. Strates
- Lighting Solutions by CMD Enterprises
- McDonald's Sponsors Midway at Texas Event
- Showmen's League of America Goes Green for 100!
- Hitch-Hiker Mfg. Receives GOSA Award
- Midway Personality Wilbur Cooke
- 2013 Carnival Directory
Plus: Do You Remember Vintage Show Trucks and our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
April 2013
In the April 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Dreamland Amusements Antique Fire Truck Ride at the Florida State Fair.
Feature Articles:
- Gorgeous Gibtown: The 2013 I.I.S.F. Trade Show & Extravaganza
- Frederiksen Industries Hosts Annual Cocktail Party
- There's No Place Like Home: Showmen's Museum to House OABA Hall of Fame
- Funtastic Shows Ready for Washington State Fair in 2013
- Fun at the Florida State Fair
- Club Lido: A Prize in Every Box (But No Hot Showers)
- Midway Personality Doc Rivera
Plus: Do You Remember Mouse Coasters and our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
March 2013
In the March 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Butler Amusements' midway, photo by Steven Wilson.
Feature Articles:
- A Strong Season for Reithoffer Shows
- Big Rock Amusements Purchases New Spectacular
- Money on the Midway: A Conversation with Carolina ATM
- Philadelphia Toboggan Co. Portable Carousels Built for Carnivals
- Midway Visits in the State of Michigan
- Hell Drivers and Daredevils Unlimited: Two Attractions Along the Carnival Midway
- Midway Personality Carl Snoddy of North American Midway Entertainment (N.A.M.E.)
Plus: Do You Remember Over the Jumps, Part II and our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
February 2013
In the February 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Various carnival rides owned by Wade Shows, cover design by Kistin Jordan.
Feature Articles:
- A Banner Season for Wade Shows
- The Showmen's League of America Celebrates 100 Years
- The Big Bamboo at the Florida State Fair & the History of Owen Trailers, Inc.
- John Strong, Jr., Forty Three Years of Performances
- 2013 Florida State Fair Ride List
- Wheel Man: Pat Gurhtie Remembers Moving His Ground Mounted Wheel
- Butler Amusements Gears Up for 2013
- Mike Williams Launches New Industry-Wide Finance Company
- Catching up with North American Midway Entertainment
- 2013 IISF Trade Show Directory
Plus: Do You Remember Photos of Midways Past and our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.
January 2013
In the January 2013 issue:
Cover Photo- Powers Great American Midways at the Dutchess County Fair. Photo by RD Thomas.
Feature Articles:
- Off & On the Road Again with Powers Great American Midways
- The 2012 IAAPA Attractions Expo
- Ray Cammack Shows Concludes Season at the Arizona State Fair
- Velare Bros. Space Wheels Acquired by Drew Expositions
Plus:
- Do You Remember Over the Jumpsl
- Midway Personality Sam Johnston
And our regular monthly features: Direct from the Lots, Midway Talk, Now Booking, Concession Stands, Marketplace for Showmen and Classifieds.