A clown continues to smile at Enchanted Forest Playland even though the music stopped here long ago.
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This sign once welcomed adults and children alike to the amusement park in North Toledo.
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An airplane ride patiently waits to take off with the next load of passengers.
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The Jolly Caterpillar emerges from the foliage ready for a spin.
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Parkgoers purchased tickets for the various carnival-style rides.
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The Himalaya once careened around the curve on the track.
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Birds perch on the framing of a ride at Enchanted Forest Playland, perhaps wondering when the grounds might again be covered in popcorn falling from children's hands.
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R.W. Bishop thought Enchanted Forest Playland might become a popular spot for company picnics and school class trips.
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It's lights out for the Himalaya ride.
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R.W. Bishop walks by the clown ride, which was built in Italy. He said folks just don't share that family experience anymore "like in the old days."
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R.W. Bishop hopes to find a buyer for the Enchanted Forest Playland rides, seen here in this 2002 file photo.
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