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CLUB CLOSED FOR REPAIRS

As many of you know, our air conditioning system was destroyed when theives removed all of the copper. It couldn't be at a worse time; it's the hottest summer in a decade.

Repairs are being arranged but the date of completion is unknow at this point.

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Written by Mike Naughton   
Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:01

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The Busiest Dog Act In Show Business

Joanne Wilson and her Clever Canines made dates for Struppi Hanneford, Billy Martinʼs Cole All-Star and the Hanneford  produced park show in New Hampshire. Her 2010 circus season follows several years of touring with the bus and truck  tours of the Will Rogers Follies and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

For more about Joanne Wilson and her famous dogs, go to: www.wilsondogs.com.

 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:14
 
New Lights, New Cameras, New Air Conditioners PDF Print E-mail
Written by Mike Naughton   
Monday, 30 August 2010 00:00

A Busy Summer At The Showfolks Of Sarasota

Our antiquated air conditioning system is kaput. Bids were solicited from several contractors who examined the units on the roof; one contractor did not want to participate due to the dilapidated condition of the units.
Tom Gorski of Sarasota was selected to install the 2 new air conditioners.
Several more need to be replaced, but we will have to proceed slowly because of financial limitations. The two big units will service the west side of the dining room and the lounge area. These units have 25% greater capacity than the old units which will allow faster cool-down. Also, these units are energy efficient which will help with the electric bill.
CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION CAMERAS have been installed to thwart the thieves who remove the copper and the condensers from air conditioners.
LIGHTS! The lamp post on the north side of the parking lot has been rewired and a new lamp installed. Repairs to several exterior lights on the roofline were completed; the light for the flagpole and lights on the outside mural have been fixed. Two new extra-bright lights have been installed by the main entrance and handicapped ramp.
PARKING LOT, the new painted yellow stripes will make parking a pleasure.
And this is just Phase I.
 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 18:58
 
Obituaries PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 31 August 2010 07:26

We Honor the Memories of our Circus Family Members

Norma Davenpo! Cristianani

January 26, 1931 - August 18, 2010

Norma Davenport-Cristiani, 79, of Sarasota died August 18, 2010. Survivors include: her husband of 60 years, Pete; daughters Eva D. Cristiani and Desiree V. Martin, both of Sarasota; sons Tony P. and Pete B.Jr., of Sarasota, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

 

Margaret P. McGuire Rebernig

March 30, 1944 - August13, 2010

Margaret P. McGuire-Rebernig, 66, of Sarasota, formerly of Donegal, Ireland, died August 13, 2010. Survivors include her husband, Peter of Sarasota; a brother, James Quinn of England; sisters Maureen Young Wolff of Sarasota, Olive Holmes of Pennsylvania and Clare Bradley of England.

Other survivors include: Margaretann, Pepe, Alan, Olly, Tootsie and Sissi. Donations to the Cat Depot, 3542 17th Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 in Margaret’s memory would be appreciated.

 

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September - Important Dates PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 31 August 2010 07:23

Saturday, Sept 4

POT LUCK DINNER

Saturday, Sept 18

The Jenny Wallenda Senior Showfolks Reunion

Saturday, Sept 25

The Showfolks Circus Advertisers Appreciation Reception

 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 18:59
 
Showfolks of Sarasota Board Of Directors PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 29 June 2010 18:45

2010-2011 Board Of directors

President: Noella (Manny) Torres 941 266 2831
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:00
 
Pat Cahin Is Cahing In PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:09

New_sept_sf_finale_.pdf_-_Adobe_Acrobat_Pro_ExtendedPat Cashin, Showfolks member and the pride of New Jersey reports a busy summer season with parades, community festivals  and a couple of promotional events for Ringling. “It looked like a slow summer for bookings which is to be expected with the flat  economy, but the bookings are last minute phone calls.” Pat is looking forward to his second appearance at Showfolks Circus on Saturday, December 11 at Robartʼs Arena, the crown jewel of Sarasota.

 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:15
 
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I Wish I Was There..... PDF Print E-mail
Written by Mike Naughton   
Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:36

It Happened in 1956

Clyde Beatty Circus opens in LA with the Cisco Kid (Duncan Renaldo) and his horse, Diablo, who appears in the show in a spot involving bandits robbing an old prospector portrayed by “Poodles” Hanneford. The Cisco Kid’s popularity on the television is gathering hard-to-get publicity that should bring extra ticket sales. Gil Gray Circus in Sioux City, IA with Joe Horwath’s lions and tigers; Flying Alexanders; Hazel  King and Johnny Herriott, ponies; Jimmy Reynolds and Dick Berg, seals; Wong Troupe; Natal the Monkey Man; Gee Gee’s Alaskans; Adolf Del Bosq with Seranado the Musical Horse; Herriott and Engesser,  elephants.
RBBB talent, some new faces and some familiar faces: Trevor Bale, lions and tigers; Albert Rix, bears; Viscount Roberto de VasConcellos, dressage; Canestrelli Troupe, traps and balancing; Five Verdu, rolling globes; Three Rebertis, comedy acrobats. Grotto Circus in Richmond, VA, talent booked by Harry Cooke of the Cooke and Rose Agency of Lancaster, PA. Captain Eddie Kuhn’s wild animlas, James M. Cole elephants; Frank Cook, aerialist; Billy Barton, cloud swing; Betty Pasco, aerial; Andrews Dogs and Ponies. Polack Eastern Unit was 12 hours late going from Maine to Erie, PA when a big winter storm forced a  long layover in Boston for the baggage cars and the portion of the performers’ cars that traveled by rail. Trailer folks found it rough going on the snow-blocked highways. Mills Brothers The ship bringing new ballet girls from England was fraught by rough seas which forced the scheduled New York arrival to be diverted to the Port of Hoboken. Line-up reported by Jack Mills include: Four Lindemanns, balancing; Two Bakers,  juggling; Reynoso Trio, iron jaw; Paul Nelson, equestrian director and horse trainer; Victor Gaona Troupe, casting and wire walking; Dubskys, risley and 12 ballet girls. Cristiani Brothers drew very good crowds in
Columbia, Mississippi without a sponsor and despite overcast weather. Doc Capell’s Shop-O-Rama Free Circus out until December doing two shows a day, three day stands to draw shoppers. On the lot are 5  rides, 15 concessions, snake and freak show operated by Johnny Howard.

At the grocery store: Potatoes, 5 cents/pound...Onions, 3 cents/pound... Campbells Soup, 15 cents,...Loaf of Bread, 12 cents... Chicken 43 cents/pound...Toilet Tissue, 5 cents Information gathered from several sources and are not presented as original material, just for the enjoyment of our members.

 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 August 2010 19:46