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CONEY ISLAND BEARD AND MOUSTACHE COMPETITION!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 6:00PM, $15


Pre-Show & Registration 6-8PM, Judging and Show to Follow.
After party-10-Whenever...

For the third year in a row, people are coming from near and far to celebrate facial hair long and short, quaffed and unkempt at Donny Vomit’s third annual Coney Island Beard and Moustache Competition.

Shaving Demonstrations and Victrola Spinning by the Antique DJ, Michael Harr starts the night off while contestants enter their furry faces in categories including Best Moustache styled, Best Moustache Natural, Best Beard Style, Best Beard Natural, Best Fake (or real!!) Female, Best in Show and the coveted Worst in Show.

Entertainment by Cowboy and World Champion Trick Roper, Chris McDaniel and Jennifer Miller, The Lady with a Beard.

Judges (Cowboy Chris McDaniel, Heather Holliday & Donny Vomit) will award the best display of hair with customized Coney Island Fez’s-an honor that only few can cherish.

Come out whether as spectator or competitor-and enjoy a night of lovely faces, Schmaltz Brews and good company!

Coney Island USA
1208 Surf Ave.

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Coney Island USA ONLINE Gift Shop
MERMAID PARADE 2010 T-SHIRT $25 SHIPPED!
MERMAID PARADE 2010 POSTER! $30 SHIPPED!

SPECIAL 2009 MERMAID PARADE CLEARANCE SALE!
MERMAID PARADE 2009 MENS T-SHIRT $20 SHIPPED!
MERMAID PARADE 2009 WOMENS T-SHIRT $20 SHIPPED!
MERMAID PARADE 2009 POSTER $25 SHIPPED!

Many more items available! Shop online or visit us at the Coney Island USA Giftshop Saturdays and Sundays 12pm - 5pm!

1208 Surf Ave. between Stillwell and West 12th

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CONEY ISLAND MUSEUM


Since 1980, Coney Island USA has told the story of why Coney Island is important enough to one day retake its place at the cultural center of New York. The Coney Island Museum is at the heart of that mission. Its the only public repository documenting the history and culture of this important neighborhood. We fight to keep the history of this critical piece of American popular culture from being lost to the inevitable changes facing Coney Island today.

New Exhibition - Postcards from Paradise: Writings and Images from Dreamland, Luna Park and Steeplechase Parks - Now through February 27, 2011

Postcards from Paradise: Writings and Images from Dreamland, Luna Park and Steeplechase Parks, an exhibition of never-before seen postcards from the Coney Island Museum Collection, featuring an introduction by former first lady, Barbara Bush.  For over a century, individuals have been sending each other images and text through the mail.

Postcards are the original Instant Messages, and in the early 20th century, thousands were mailed from Coney Island each day, telling stories and painting word-pictures that were carried by the US Postal Service to destinations all over the world.  Curated by Martha Wilson and Aaron Beebe, this exhibition is not affiliated in any way with the government of the United States, the US Postal Service, or any other State-Sponsored organization or Agency.


Come join us Thursday - Sunday, 12pm-5pm. Admission is $.99 cheap! Our Ground Floor Giftshop is open 7 days a week.

Coney Island Museum
1208 Surf Ave. between Stillwell and West 12th st. Half a block from the Stillwell Ave. Subway station. Click here for a map.

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help SUPPORT CONEY ISLAND USA!

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With your support, CIUSA can continue to bring you innovative and accessibly priced arts programming while we remain a strong public advocate for responsible development in our beloved Coney Island.
Click here to Donate Now!


Your donation of any amount is greatly appreciated, tax-deductible and goes directly towards programs like the Coney Island Museum, Sideshows by the Seashore, Burlesque at the Beach and the Mermaid Parade. Also, when you donate $25 or more you'll automatically become a member of CIUSA entitling you to a host of exciting benefits and perks. Click here to peruse all our membership levels.

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CONEY ISLAND FUN GUIDE!


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10TH ANNUAL CONEY ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL!
SEPTEMBER 24 - 26


The 10th annual Coney Island Film Festival Call for entries is now closed. Thanks to all who submitted. Selected films have been announced. Full website and advance ticketing coming soon!

Want to Sponsor the Film Festival? Click Here

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 UPCOMING EVENTS!
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OPERA BY THE SEA, ONE NIGHT ONLY!
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 8:00PM. $55


STEP RIGHT UP and SEE OUR SHOW!
WE PRESENT OPERA BY THE SEA FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY
PAGLIACCI
SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, Curtain 8PM
AT CONEY ISLAND USA
MUSEUM AND CIRCUS SIDESHOW

1208 Surf Avenue, (corner of West 12th) Subway Stop Stillwell Avenue Smarttix.com 212 868 4444
ALL SEATS $55 (includes a post show reception with cash bar)
Opera in your face---hurry seating is limited.
www.mercuryopera.com

Coney Island USA
1208 Surf Ave.

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CONEY ISLAND CIRCUS SIDESHOW!
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! TWO SIDESHOWS!


They're Here, They're Real and They're Alive!


CONEY ISLAND CIRCUS SIDESHOW! DONNY VOMIT, HEATHER HOLLIDAY, NASTY CANASTA, SCOTT BAKER PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2pm - 8pm, Saturdays & Sundays 1PM - 8PM (All Ages)

CONEY ISLAND GIRLIE FREAKSHOW! ANGELICA, SERPENTINA, REMY VICIOUS & SPECIAL GUEST - MADAME FLAMBEAU'S FLEA CIRCUS
Mondays 1pm - 8pm, Thursdays & Fridays 1pm - 8pm (All Ages)

Saturdays 10pm - The Bad Girls Show Featuring Sideshow and Burlesque (18 and over)


BAD GIRLS SHOW - SATURDAY 9/4, 10PM, $10 (18 AND OVER) HORROR THEME!
Featuring Angelica, Serpentina, Remy Vicious, Madame Flambeau with Special Guests Dottie Lux and Divina Gran Sparkle!

Coney Island Circus Sideshow & Girlie Freakshow ticket price:
Adults $7.50 Kids (under 12) $5

Bad Girls Saturday 10pm Show, $10 (18 and over)

Please note: Siren Festival (7/17) all tickets are $10.

Sideshows By The Seashore
1208 Surf Ave
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BURLESQUE AT THE BEACH!
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 9PM, $10


MERMAID HAWLEY PRESENTS: BREAK UP BLUES BURLESQUE
BREAKING HEARTS IN TWO ACTS BREAK UP BLUES

Burlseque (cotton candy will be served to ease the pain) Mermaid Hawley and The legendary HouseBand break it down for burlesque babes who will break your heart in two acts! Jo Boobs! Clams Casino! Sizzle Dizzle! Jezebel Express! Anita Cookie! M'Lady Uppercrust! Bonnie Dunn! Hosted by Michael Schwartz (aka Joe Sttand the anti Sitt...The real estate developer for the people!) with blues from Staten Islands own Phyllis Forman of QUEEN TIPSEY!!


Coney Island USA
1208 Surf Ave.

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BURLESQUE AT THE BEACH!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 10PM, $15


THE 2010 CONEY ISLAND COCKABILLY ROADSHOW
After 6 long weeks and over 40 cities, The Cockabilly Roadshow returns to Coney Island !! Starring Jelly Boy the Clown and The Squidling Bros. Circus Sideshow !! With Betty Bloomerz, Matters Squidling, The Illustrated Penguin Boy and the Sensuous Burlesque Stylings of Miss Hayley Jane. Special Musical Appearance by Viva Le Vox !!

Coney Island USA
1208 Surf Ave.

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CONEY ISLAND FILM SOCIETY!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 8:30PM. $5, FREE POPCORN!


THE LOST WORLD WITH LIVE PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT BY
LIZ MAGNES
Directed by Harry O. Hoyt, 1925. The first film adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic novel about a land where prehistoric creatures still roam. Starring: Wallace Beery, Bessie Love, Lewis Stone, Lloyd Hughes. Black and White; Silent; Not Rated; 68 minutes

Watch the trailer.

Click here
to see this years "Sci-Fi Summer" Schedule!


ALL TICKET SALES RAISE FUNDS FOR CONEY ISLAND USA.

Coney Island Museum
1208 Surf Ave.

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ASK THE EXPERTS!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 4:30PM. $5, FREE FOR CIUSA MEMBERS!


JOSEPH BARNA: FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE:
Siberia to Brighton Beach, Ice Slide to Roller Coaster; A Unique Look at America's Favorite Ride, including a special look at the Coney Island Tornado.

In addition to being a roller coaster historian and one of the founders of American Coaster Enthusiasts, Joe has been a photographer and documentarian of popular culture for many years. The Lighthouse Park Carousel in New Haven, CT, and the Big Dipper roller coaster in San Diego, CA, are two of the successful preservation projects on which he did many years of work.

Joe is also a theater technician, professor at the Institute of Design and Construction in Brooklyn, and an off-Broadway lighting designer. He has been a commentator on Connecticut Public Radio, was the first person in the US to see Sputnik, and has an MFA from Yale University. He is currently writing a book about his dog, Zonker, who was famous for riding roller coasters all over the country.

He is extremely proud to have donated the front seat car of Coney Island’s Tornado Roller Coaster to the Coney Island Museum.

Coney Island Museum
1208 Surf Ave.

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MAGIC AT CONEY!!!
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 9PM
$10 ADULTS, $7 KIDS (UNDER 12)


Back by Popular Demand...

Magical Promotions, in conjunction with Coney Island U.S.A. presents another evening of fun for the entire family. Magic at Coney!!! is a magical variety show highlighting world-class, award winning magicians. Featuring illusionists, mentalists and close-up magicians from around the world, we have performers that run the gamut from mild to wild.

Performers: Master of Ceremonies: Gary Dreifus
Headliner: Faust
Close-Up During Intermission: Mike Raccuia
Danny T
James Gavin
Lee Alan Barrett
Michael Matson & Noel Marie
Rogue

 

Click here to buy tickets online. There are no extra service charges to purchase in advance!

Coney Island USA
1208 Surf Ave.

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