PRESS PHOTOS BY DONNA GEWERTZ Daring to ride “The Cobra,” one of the most thrilling rides on the North Catasauqua Borough small Town USA Carnival midway, are Jordan Kurczewski (left) and Alex Bernini, both of Catasauqua, during the 18th annual event. The carnival, sponsored by the borough's betterment committee, was held June 12-15 at North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Park, 701 Grove St. It was rained out for consideration of safety June 14 as heavy thunderstorms moved through the area.

Proudly displaying their carnival game prizes are lucky winners, from left, Nathan and Jaxon Beaton and Lucas Reed, all of Catasauqua.

A possible future farmer in the making, Janeiro Gonzalez, of Northampton, enjoys his time on the carnival's tractor amusement ride.

From left, Rayhana Sam and Landen and David Miller, all of Catasauqua, treat themselves to the summer carnival fare of funnel cake and lemonade.

Catasauqua residents, from left, Danika Carpenter and Aiden and Jacob Stanchus are ready to ride the Ferris wheel, which takes them high above the midway.