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This section is dedicated to our special four legged K-9 friends that also enjoy riding in our cars! (see links below) The best friend, companion, and traveling partner I've ever had will be forever remembered by hundreds of people she had met in her lifetime.  Those of you that had the pleasure of knowing her have sent me numerous cards and letters after her passing.  To me she was known as Radar...."The World's Greatest Dog".

Radar...."The Worlds Greatest Dog".  Loved by everyone that met her.

Radar was always ready for work!

Radar at Disney's Pop Century

Radar waiting for breakfast. (Cracker Barrel)

 

 

Radar in Pittsburg waiting for the Kennywood Coaster Car.

Radar watching construction workers in Virginia.

Disney January 2006.

 

 

 

www.pawsareprecious.com

 

 

 

 

Links:

www.rocketshipcar.com

 

    www.myfoxtampabay.com         (go to the "Seen on TV" link)

 

www.thepiefactory.org

 

www.learpromotions.com

 

www.humphreycompany.com

 

www.euclidbeach.com

 

www.achristmasstoryhouse.com

 

www.pizzacalzone.com

 

www.oldfirehousewinery.com

 

www.artscollinwood.org

 

www.bluewavemotel.com

 

 

 

 

Credit Card Logos & Merchant services

Gladly accepted for all event registrations!

 

 

 

 

Contact us at:

Click here to email the Rocket Ship Car.

rocketshipcar@aol.com

or

euclidbeachboys@aol.com

"Euclid Beach Boys"       533 Bishop Rd.       Highland Hts., Ohio   44143

 

Phone:

727-216-3770 (Florida)

440-460-0565 (Ohio)  Fax:  440-442-5034

WELCOME TO OUR WEB SITE!

Well it's about time we got around to updating everyone about all of the new and exciting things that have  happened over the past two years. New acquisitions have been, and are being made, along with that, a new car was built. We are now currently taking reservations for both "The Coaster Car"® aka the "Thriller Car"®, and the "Rocket Ship Car"® in Florida.  Florida residents can now reserve either or both cars by email at thecoastercar@aol.com, rocketshipcar@aol.com, By phone at 727-216-3770 in Florida, or 1-440-460-0565 in Ohio.   

Our unique cars are designed to carry up to 10 adults, and/or 15 children, and rent by the hour.  Please contact us for up to date availability, and pricing. Visit our "Calendar of Events" page, and our "Ride & Dine® " page for one of a kind ideas when reserving our vehicles.

History: On our history page you will find out the real stories about how we acquired some of the parks most recognizable pieces that, in fact, the amusement park industry was built on.  We currently own the largest and most complete collection of Euclid Beach Park® memorabilia in existence.   So take a few moments to enjoy a trip back in time to a place  that was very special to Northeastern Ohio, a place that was just plain fun, and  inexpensive to attend.  Euclid Beach Park® set the  standard that to this day no other amusement park has come  close to duplicating for the same price.

Calendar of Events: Our calendar of events page will  inform you of current and future schedules of Laughing Sal®, the Thriller Car®, the Rocket Ship Car®, and any event that we  are currently involved with.

                         

 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

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To honor all of the men and women that have served, or are currently serving in the United States armed services we  (The Euclid Beach Boys) have decided to transform one of  our parade vehicles to a patriotic themed float.  We will be debuting this vehicle in the South Euclid Memorial Day  Parade on May 26, 2008.  This new float will honor all 50 states in America.  For more information about this uniquely designed vehicle, and rental information please contact us at 440-460-0565, or by email at the euclidbeachboys@aol.com.

 

 

Mitz's Ice Cream Shop

Starting January 23rd "Mitz’s Dipsy Ice Cream Shop""Mitz's Dipsy Ice Cream Shop" featuring 24 flavors of soft serve ice cream and more! will be featuring one of our unique cars from 7 pm to 9 pm for FREE RIDES!  Come out for some GREAT ICE CREAM and exciting rides every other Wednesday.  On January 23rd our "Rocket Ship Car"®"Rocket Ship Car" presented by "Mitz's Dipsy's Ice Cream Shop". will kick off this winter’s season.   February 6th our wooden coaster car the "Thriller Car"® The "Thriller Car" presented by "Mitz's Dipsy's Ice Cream Shop".will be there giving FREE RIDES to all of "Mitz’s Dipsy Ice Cream Shop" customers.  Our winter schedule will be as follows:

The "Rocket Ship Car"® will be at "Mitz's" January 23rd, February 20th, March 19th, and April 16th.

The "Thriller Car"® will be at "Mitz's" February 6th, March 5th, and April 2nd.

(Weather permitting at the above listed events.)

"Mitz's Dipsy's Ice Cream Shop" Mitz's Dipsy's Ice Cream Shop located at East Bay Drive and Highland Roads in Largo.is located on the southeast corner of East Bay Drive and Highland Roads. in Largo.  In front of "Missing Links" golf shop and driving range."Missing Links" driving range and golf shop.  "Mitz's" boasts 24 scrumptious flavors 24 scrumptious flavors!of soft serve ice cream along with wide variety of hand dipped ice cream from "The Working Cow" creamery.  Couple up the delicious ice cream with some super toppings and you will have a great tasting treat that would please anyone's palate!  

 

The Pie Factory

Yes it's true, "The Pie Factory" The Pie Factoryhas joined our website, and we are now offering a new Ride & Dine® destination right here in Florida!  Located at 12777 Walsingham Road in Largo, this little restaurant produces the best pie's cakes, cookies Cookies!and more!  Everything is made from scratch, just the way Grandma used to make them!"Welcome"!

Voted for having the best "Key Lime Pie"Key Lime Pie...Voted Florida's best for 7 year's!!! in the state for seven years this Key West themed eatery is a hidden treasure with really big taste!

Boasting pies like Peanuttier Peanut Butter!Peanut Butter Fudge Swirl, Strawberry Short Cake Pie, Sweet Potato, Coconut Cream Meringue, Apple Carmel Nut, Pecan, Oreo Bash, Display case.and many, many more.

They also feature cakes with names like Chocolate Thunder Cake!Chocolate Thunder, Pina Colada, Coconut, Tira Misu, Red VelvetRed Velet Cake!!!!Mmmmmm!, Chocolate Raspberry, Black Forest, Carrot, and the list goes on, and on!

Trust me when I tell you, you will want to eat desert first, and save your entree for desert!  The serve great Panini Sandwiches Chicken, Reuben, Veggie, Italian, Steak and Turkey.  Just to name a few.  Complete menu board. Couple those with Broccoli, Spinich w/feta, Lorraine, and Crab w/Lobster quiche's, and you have the makings for a great lunch, or dinner. 

On Sundays they serve brunch Sunday's "Brunch Menu".from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.  "The Pie Factory" ship's their pie's, cakes, and cookies anywhere in the USA, so you can share them with family and friends all over the country!

Come on into "The Pie Factory", Outside dining available.Sit back-Relax-Enjoy easy times, delicious food & deserts, gourmet coffees, and teas in an "Old Key West" atmosphere.

Call toll free: 866-593-1884 and place your order now, or visit their website at: www.thepiefactory.org  

 

***NEW*** acquisitions have been made!

Stay tuned here for further details! You will never be able to guess what they are!

First Hint: Our finds have something to do with "Music & a non-produced ride car design! (sort of) 

FYI

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is "Does your Rocket Car have a rocket engine in it"?  First of all our car is named after the ride that operated at Euclid Beach Park® from the mid 1930's until it closed in 1969.   This is what the "Rocket Ships" ride looked like after the park closed in 1969.  This picture was taken in April, 1970. The ride was called the "Rocket Ships".  Our car is powered by a bored and stroked big block Chevrolet gas engine.  The cubic inch is 512, and is producing around 525 horsepower.  Because of the weight of the car a large cubic inch engine is needed to create enough torque to adequately move the Rocket Ship Car® down the highway.  The car runs on regular pump gas, usually 87 octane, (not rocket fuel) without a problem.  So technically our car is really not a rocket car, but it is a car that looks like a Rocket Ship!     

 
 
Cuyahoga County Fair summary!

Our display at this year's fair turned out to be a BIG crowd pleaser!!  People came from several states just to see the display we put together with the help of Ron Newell, and our sponsor NATIONAL CITY.  Titled "A Tribute to Ohio Amusement Parks" contained memorabilia from numerous parks that at one time, and in a some cases, still grace our state.  The largest part of the display was made up of items from the most famous park ever...Euclid Beach Park®.  Laughing Sal® was on hand greeting and even scaring guests that arrived to view never before seen artifacts from now defunct parks, such as Chippewa Lake Park, Erieview Park, the old Geauga Lake Park®, Idora Park, Coney Island near Cincinnati, photographs from Puritas Springs, Gordon Gardens, and others. To view pictures of our display click here to go to our Photo Page.  Thanks for taking the time to visit our site, and for those of you that missed our display at the Fair I hate to say it, but you missed an AWESOME opportunity to see a once in a life time event.  Thanks to everyone who attended it and for all your kind, heartfelt words of thanks to us for keeping their memories alive.  You are all very welcome.

Sincerely,

Joe & John

"The Euclid Beach Boys"®  

 

Comments from the public:

In this section we will publish comments from some of our customers.  

Dear Joe,
    Thanks so much for providing such a great time for the Willoughby Workshop adults with disabilities! As you know, they  all really enjoyed the Thriller Car rides!  Thanks for your patience and thoughtfulness in ensuring that everyone who wanted to ride had that opportunity. You are a true asset to our community. Thanks again from all of us at the Lake County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities!

                        Sincerely,

                        Ken and the Willoughby Workshop staff

Joe, I got your card today.

Thanks so much for your thoughtfulness and generosity. The event wouldn’t have been the same without the Rocket and the Thriller! J

Take care,

Jenee                     It was a great honor for us to have our Rocket Ship Car and Thriller Car to be the first vehicles to pass through the re-dedicated "Arch".                                                         

Dear Joe,

I can't thank you enough for bringing back such fond memories for all of us.  Your professional and caring ways made our first experience so much fun.  I have already given your web site to many of the staff and customers at the restaurant, ladies who took the trip, and friends.  You have a wonderful treasure, and   we thank you for sharing it with our community.  Keep up the wonderful work.  Evey, and friends surprise Deb for her 50th birthday!

Evey

Joe - 

Our thanks for bringing the Thriller Car to Cedar Lee and sharing some of the nostalgia from Euclid      Beach Park with us.  Everyone enjoyed the ride and it is perfect for families with small children!    As I mentioned, it is challenging to have a street festival when the city will not block off the major traffic route.  Thanks for being a considerate, patient and safe driver.  Much success with your endeavors. 

Regards,

Kelley

 

Hi Joe, I wanted to send you a few photos of your trip to Amherst from our Old Time
Jamboree. The Rocket Ship Car was unquestionably the hit of the Jamboree.
Looking forward to seeing you again next year. 2007 Amhurst "Old Fashion Jamboree"

Ted

PS: Thanks for sending my granddaughter's sunglasses back.

Joe,

Thank you so much for making our party a hit!  The Thriller was thrilling! I
had my heart set on the Rocket Ship so I was so surprised by how much fun the
Thriller was! Frank treated the kids and everyone to wonderful rides!!!! The
money spent was worth every penny for the lifetime memories it brought back
and created!!! I'm sure you will be getting future bookings from the party!

Trudy

Hello Joe,

Thank you for coming to our party on Saturday night.  Your ride was the main event and was loved by all.  I have received several calls from our guests all commenting on how much fun they had on your ride.  Many saying they have  not laughed that hard in months.  Thank you for making it a party to remember. 

Joan 

Joe-

Thanks for a great night. Everyone loved it... We will see you at the Cindy's on Sept. 1st. 

Janna

 

I received a very nice "Thank You" card from Sue who had come out to the Cuyahoga County Fair, and just recently attended the Stat Park event at Euclid Beach State Park.  She doesn't have the ability to send emails but did take the time to send us a card that shares her thoughts about Euclid Beach Park.  Here is what she wrote:

Dear Joe and John,

Just wanted to say "Thank You" for giving me and others the fun of going back to one of our favorite childhood places where we were able to enjoy the roller coasters, Thriller, Racing Coaster, Merry-Go-Round, the Great American Racing Derby, Flying Turns, the Bug, Over the Falls, Laughing Sal, the Surprise House, a walk on the pier, salt water taffy, Humphrey popcorn balls, the Frozen Whip, the Rocket Ship car in the air and on wheels for a ride around the park.  It sure did bring back many memories!  Come early and stay late for many hours of fun until the park closed in 1969. The Arch will always be the landmark and a reminder of where the park is, and I will never forget.  It will always stay in my thoughts and dreams.

Again "Thank You"!  Your friend and Euclid Beach new member. Sue and Laughing Sal at the Cuyahoga County Fair August 2007.

Sue

Dear Joe,

You guys made the "Salute"!  I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt thanks for your very active involvement at our 16th Annual Salute to Orange Village on September 2, 2007.  The success of this event was made possible by the "dedicated efforts" of so many willing participants.  Your support in our celebration demonstrates your caring spirit and represents an investment in the future of our village.  I hope to see you again next year.

Sincerely, Valerie 

 

First and foremost, I would like to commend you on your presentation at the Cuyahoga Fair this past summer.  I visited your display after work (5 am to 3 PM) and was impressed by your collection and by the ever present circulating number of people that were attracted to it. You were both busy with people for the whole time I was there, so I didn't have the opportunity to ask any questions.  I took numerous pictures and took several trips down memory lane as I saw memorabilia that I hadn't seen since my childhood. One of the most vivid memories from my childhood was when I was finally big enough to reach the gas pedal and drive by myself on the turnpike car exactly like the one you have.  Two days ago my family was at Cedar Point and my 9 year old son drove the same course in the newer cars and I stood there watching, lost in time as the generations mixed together.  

We seem to have a common interest and kindred spirit.  I collect much smaller memorabilia.  My budget won't allow for rocket cars, but I am happy with collecting park maps, ceramics, glassware, coins and other small memories of the past that in some cases don't exist anymore and in other cases are still going strong and have a wonderful variety of historical items. 

Ironically, on the same Saturday that the news broke about Geauga Lake closing I saw your rocket car go by the Eat'n Park that I work at on Snow Road.  I was so bummed out and melancholy about the closing until I saw the rocket ship car and I said to myself, "That is a sign, that is good karma. You are not alone."  Your simple act of driving by my workplace cheered me up enough to get through the rest of the day and I thank you for that.  

I am still stewing at Cedar Fair for pulling out of this market.  If they really wanted it to succeed, they would have invested more in the ride side than a paint job the first year.  They had a plan in place from the beginning, I believe and it just took time to work through it.  I was hired by Six Flags the year of the sale to work at the hotel although I really wanted to work in the park and be where the action was.  Then Cedar Fair bought the park and everything changed.  Working at the hotel, I got to meet most of the management including Bill Spehn and Dave (?) the head of security for the park.  Dave and I became friends. CF reduced my pay by $3.75/hour and took away my management position.  Yet I stayed for a while to see what would happen.  Of course what happened was the removal of the animals from the Sea World side and that was a very surreal day.  I went to lunch at the KFC across the street from the park and the slow parade of trucks bearing passed by and you could hear the sea lions barking sadly as they left their home of many years.  

I wonder about the future of some of the more historic items from the park.  The Illions carousel needs to be preserved.  I rode it this summer and was thinking that it really needed cleaned up and restored.  I work part time at Fun'n Stuff, a family owned amusement park in Macedonia and I keep telling the GM to look into auctions for the smaller kiddy rides to add to their park.  I would rather see these rides be used than sold for scrap.  And more recently, CF has announced that they will close a park in San Francisco to make room for the 49'ers new stadium.  Deja vu?

Bill was in the Halloween Parade on Sunday, so he really is back at the Point.The Euclid Beach Band sang "There's no surf in Cleveland" and I have the vinyl to prove it.  But there's certainly a lot of pride and respect for the past and I appreciate you guys for your leadership in this cause.  If I won the Mega tomorrow, I would build a place for birthday celebrations that would embrace the fun of the amusement park with a museum of the past that would be affordable to all and memorable to many.  But that's just a dream, but it's a good dream, much like the description by James Earl Jones  in Field of Dreams where the memories of the past are so thick you have to brush them away. 

I apologize for being so long winded, but I thank you for letting me vent on certain subjects.  Good luck with your future endeavors and please help keep the memories alive! 

Brian

 

 

**BIG News**                                                           Well time has finally arrived for our exciting news......

 

Starting November 10th 2007 through April 30th, 2008, we will be accepting bookings in the Clearwater/Tampa/St. Petersburg, and surrounding areas of Florida.   We are very excited to be able to bring our cars to the "Sunshine State" this winter.  So tell your family and friends down there to look out for our two unique cars this winter.   Contact us at rocketshipcar@aol.com.

Photo Gallery:

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Ride & Dine:

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