Friday, June 30, 2006

International flair - Roanoke.com

"International flair
The Salem Fair offers fun for residents, but it's also a cultural exchange for foreign students.

By Erinn Hutkin
From Erdim Koc's spot manning the Euro Bungy ride, America is loud -- Nickelback blaring on the sound system.

America is fast -- the Fire Ball ride spinning upside down, pink half-shells of the Tilt-A-Whirl twirling in a blur of motion.

America is big -- oversized SpongeBobs and Care Bears hanging from game booths. And America is deep-fried -- dotted with corn dog booths and funnel cake.

"I just want to discover America," the 22-year-old exchange student from Turkey explained."

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