Amusements of America: New Rides and Family Vibes in 2024
Amusements of America: New Rides and Family Vibes in 2024
Amusements of America, headquartered in Florence, South Carolina, runs two separate east coast units and operates 70 rides in all, on a route that stretches from Florida to New York State. According to co-owner Dominic Vivona, “We do county fairs and state fairs along a route that runs from March through November annually. We do about 40 to 50 stops each year.” Besides the company's regular route, Vivona also helms a Christmas carnival in Puerto Rico. “We've done that every year since the 90s, with a few years off due to hurricanes and the pandemic. We transport our equipment by boat. It's a big boat,” he laughs, noting that the rides and gear take a week on average to ship. While each fair is a special occasion for Vivona and his family, he notes that the company does have some consistent favorites. “We ... [read more]
Deggeller Attractions Purchases Belle City Florida Route, Select Equipment
Deggeller Attractions Purchases Belle City Florida Route, Select Equipment
Deggeller Attractions formally announced today that they have purchased the Florida route of Belle City Amusements. The deal has been in the works throughout the season when Andy Deggeller and Charles Panacek connected at the Greater Jacksonville Fair last year to begin discussions. Charles Panacek was in the process of retiring and looking for a reputable show who could provide a quality midway for years to come.As talks developed throughout the year, the focus became on the Florida route as the show would not be able to play Belle City's summer route because of conflicts with long time fair relationships. "We had a full route for summer and early fall. A lot of the dates my family played for generations and we have had long term relationships with. My family has always been loyal to our fair ... [read more]
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It is with great sadness to report the passing of Al DeRusha. Al most recently served as the Jamboree Coordinator for the Outdoor Amusement Business Association (OABA) and is also the past OABA Vice President. In 2017, Al was inducted into the OABA Hall of Fame.Our thoughts and prayers are with Al's family and friends.Please check back for more information. [read more]
It is with deep sadness that the family of Carlo Guglielmi announces his passing on October 13, 2024 in Nashville, TN, at the age of 73, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Carlo was born on July 1, 1951, in the charming city of Vicenza, Italy, to Mildred and Dante Guglielmi, who preceded him in death, along with his beloved brother, Roberto Guglielmi.
Carlo led a life rich in love, adventure, and accomplishment. From a young age, his larger-than-life personality and energetic spirit captivated all who met him. Known for his ability to speak five languages — Italian, English, Spanish, French, and German — Carlo had a unique gift for connecting with people from all walks of life.
His journey took him from serving in the Alpini, the Italian mountain infantry, to pursuing higher education at the University of Padua, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering. In the 1970s, Carlo ventured to the United States as a sales representative for ... [read more]
The annual Outdoor Amusement Business Association (OABA) Jamboree, sponsored by North American Midway Entertainment (NAME), was held at Eastern States Exposition (ESE) in West Springfield, Mass., during The Big E on Tuesday, September 24. The fundraising event brought together key stakeholders in the industry to support the vital initiatives of the carnival's trade association.More than 400 people attended the dinner and auction to support the OABA, including representatives from the beneficiary, NAME and ESE, plus concessionaires and exhibitors currently working the Fair.“I have been running or participating in OABA Jamborees at The Big E for 30 years,” shared Greg Chiecko, president and CEO of the OABA. “It all began as a support mechanism for the former Conklin traveling school and, in the last three years, it has become one of the top two OABA member-run Jamborees. I can't believe how it has grown in recent years. I offer a huge ‘thank you' to The Big E and ... [read more]
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