... Marilou Halvorsen , and Toby Gerlach of Jenkinson's Boardwalk ; Bob Bennett , Bill Erwin , and Floyd Moreland of Casino Pier and Water Works ; David and Scott Simpson of Playland's Castaway Cove ; Steve Marke of Bowcraft Amusement ...
Surprisingly, our biggest entertainment attraction wasn't the pageants or even recognizable performers like Chuck Berry, who made periodic visits. It was Jimmy Sturr. One year, my father invited Sturr and his polka band to come and ...
By the end of the 19th century, New Jersey coastline was dotted with thriving amusement parks but are just fond and fading memories today. The Jersey Shore has always attracted people seeking relief from summer heat and humidity.
This comprehensive guide profiles 16 major amusement parks in the Empire State and offers information on smaller parks as well, with complete information on rides and attractions, a history of each park, and best times to go.
In an age before jets, air-conditioning, and superhighways, Lake Hopatcong was a major northeast resort.
The Park featured new talent with events such as the New Talent Showcase, the Valley Fair Step to Stardom, and the Miss American Starlet pageant, which gave away trips to Hollywood. The Country Music Talent Contest awarded each winner a ...
"The Jersey Shore has always attracted people seeking relief from summer heat and humidity. Long before Europeans came here, the native Lenape clammed, fished, and played games on the beach and in the surf.
Featuring playful illustrations, a diverse and lovable cast of characters, an invaluable resources section, and a fun foldout map, this book is an ingenious way for kids to take the lead while planning a vacation or learning about one of ...
Among the small group of mourners were friends like Toni and Eddie, Tommy Meyers and his family, as well as a Hubschman cousin named Betty. At one point a group of about fifteen youngsters came in: thirteen, fourteen years old, ...
By the end of the 19th century, New Jersey coastline was dotted with thriving amusement parks but are just fond and fading memories today.
Six Flags Great Adventure has been the premier destination for family fun in the Northeast for over 40 years.