Carnival, Circus and Sideshow Models

Evening Sun - Model trains fascinate at the fair

Link: Evening Sun - Model trains fascinate at the fair.

Don't tell Lisa Boll that trains are only for running around Christmas trees. For the past 14 years, the York Township resident has been designing and building train displays and landscaping for gardens and outdoor spaces. Boll is a founder of the Susquehanna Valley Garden Railway Society, which has set up large train displays at garden shows and Rocky Ridge Christmas Magic. This is the first year they will have a display at the York Fair. Club member Donna Oberdick of Manchester Township said it's the largest and most beautiful setup she has ever seen. "Every one we make is very nice," Oberdick said, "but this one has to top it." In past train displays, they have done Wizard of Oz and a Western theme, but this one has a moving carnival with a Ferris wheel to capture the attention of the kids. It never fails, parents line up their baby strollers and people are 10 deep waiting to look at the trains.

Railroad Circus Days

Link: RR Museum of PA - Hours, Events, Admission.

RAILROAD CIRCUS DAYS Wednesday, August 8 through Saturday, August 11, 2007 • Regular Museum hours It’s the fun of the big top in colorful and exact miniature. See scale model replicas of circus trains, equipment and performances, displayed by the Circus Model Builders International.

List of carnival modeling items for sale

I have a new 6-page list of carnival and circus models, modeling items, vehicles, rides and ride kits, railroad cars, tents, figures, etc. for sale. Most items are out of production and 95% of them have not been listed before. Contact Fred Heatley, 1922 Neely Ferry Rd., Laurens, SC 29360 or 864-575-2110 or email fheatley@backroads.net for a free copy of the list.