First Show Day

Filed under: On The Road, Shows by Charon

Springfield, OH – George Rogers Clark Park
Today I sew. There are items that need attention and repair and they have leapt to the top of my list today.
It is Education Day here at the Fair. Children from all around the region’s elementary and secondary schools will be bussed in to experience a slice of 18th [...]

Road Logs Fall 2007

Filed under: Road Logs by Charon

This is the first in a category we are calling Road Logs and we will maintain them faithfully along all of our trips. This category contains information we feel might be of use to fellow trailerites, travelers and road warrior princesses.
WEST VIRGINIA

I-81 North

Exit 16 – Sheetz – A most excellent source of inexpensive fuel and [...]

Arrival

Filed under: On The Road, Swordswallowers In General by Charon

Springfield, OH – George Rogers Clark Park
One of the very first things I remember after the first day on the road is how much I love high-pressure showers. Not that we lack a shower, but our water needs to be used sparingly. Still, I’m in line for a nice washing tonight, no ifs ands or [...]

Sword swallowers prepare …

Filed under: Props & Tools, Swordswallowers In General by Charon

Getting ready to go on the road is no small amount of work, especially with members of the family who are under the weather and a new addition in the form of a polydactyl cat. We’re managing, trying to keep on top of things while stressed to the brows.
We’re generally pretty good at that sort [...]

 

Recommendations

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Podcast
Decoder Ring Theater

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Podcast
Conjurers, Carnies & Collectors

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Book
The Tattooed Lady

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The first book of its kind, The Tattooed Lady uncovers the true stories behind these women, bringing them out of the sideshow realm and into their working class realities. Combining thorough research with more than a hundred historical photos, this social history explores tattoo origins, women's history, and circus lore. A fascinating read, The Tattooed Lady pays tribute to a group of unique and amazing women whose legacy lives on.

Podcast
Radio Lab

"Radio Lab" produced by New York Public Radio

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