Roseville Ice Rink Fires Skating Coach Nov 19, 2008
-- The families of more than a dozen of some of the areas best young figure skaters are scrambling after the regions largest ice skating rink fired its coach. Former professional turned figure-skating coach, Michelle Ray Davis, said Skate Town terminated her contract without warning and banned her from the rink. (KCRA 3, CA)
Transcript of Morgan's chat with fans Nov 19, 2008
signdante: Who would win in a race: Nyjer Morgan running the bases, or Nyjer Morgan ice skating in a hockey rink. nyjer_morgan: Nyjer Morgan on the ice. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Winter Family Vacation to Vancouver Nov 16, 2008
In addition to skiing, there s plenty of other winter fun to be had: try tobogganing or tubing downhill, ice skating on outdoor and indoor rinks, or venture out snowshoeing through the woods. Stanley Park is also a great destination on a sunny day. (Suite101.com)
Outdoor Extravaganza Nov 15, 2008
People came for the entertainment and freebies, which included tethered hot air balloon rides, ice skating, a Christmas pa- rade, live music, samples of kettle corn, mini doughnuts and Starbucks coffee. The big blowout was designed to build excitement around the new high-end retailers. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Seasonal events 'round the U.S. Nov 14, 2008
You don t have to travel to New York s Rockefeller Center to enjoy ice skating or see the Rockettes. Holiday train rides, Christmas shows, lighting displays and outdoor winter fun like ice skating and skiing all begin in late November in many localities. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Speedskating oval to open Nov 14, 2008
Consultants said the city needed a place that could accommodate many activities, from reading on a bench to ice skating. A local committee laid out the details, and a plan was adopted. (Anchorage Daily News)
Village at Modesto mall will open with much fanfare Nov 12, 2008
Starting at 6 p.m. Friday, enjoy pop singers, marching bands, classic cars, ice skating, Santa's parade and -- weather permitting -- hot air balloon rides, all free. The headlining act will be the LA Allstars, a cover group that puts on a choreographed show featuring pop and holiday music, at 7:30 p.m. on the Village Main Street. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Winter Activities for Kids in Rockl... Nov 11, 2008
Ice Skating and Hockey ... In addition to ice skating, they offer youth hockey leagues and clinics, and also figure skating lessons. (Suite101.com)
Train rides, light displays and holiday shows open for Thanksgiving weekend Nov 8, 2008
You don't have to travel to New York's Rockefeller Center to enjoy ice skating or see the Rockettes. Holiday train rides, Christmas shows, lighting displays and outdoor winter fun like ice skating and skiing all begin in late November in many localities ... Ice skating rinks often open in time for Thanksgiving weekend. (USA Today -- Travel)
Fun things to do Thanksgiving weekend Nov 7, 2008
You dont have to travel to New Yorks Rockefeller Center to enjoy ice skating or see the Rockettes. Holiday train rides, Christmas shows, lighting displays and outdoor winter fun like ice skating and skiing all begin in late November in many localities ... OUTDOORS: Ice skating rinks often open in time for Thanksgiving weekend. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Wishes finally come true for special needs children Nov 7, 2008
This week, she's been living her dream of ice skating. The families said Texas Wishing Well Foundation also sent them checks and informed them that the charity had folded. (KHOU.com, TX)
Pleasanton stakes claim as Tri-Valley retail center Nov 4, 2008
The city wants to create a 17-acre community park and 140,000-square-foot ice skating rink, mostly to cater to kids who head to hockey or ice skating practice in Fremont, which has the nearest ice rink, said Economic Development Director Pamela Ott. We re in the talks with the company, LLC, to bring in an indoor ice facility, she said. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
The Wyoming Center at Cam-plex Nov 2, 2008
Ice skating likely will be happening at the same time as the tournament, she explained. But to get there, the wrestlers would have to go outside to the Spirit Hall entrance. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Work on the figures, never mind the profits Nov 1, 2008
GONE are the days when 500 skaters packed Canterbury ice rink, but the Ice Skating Club of NSW Co-operative, which owns it, still goes about its business of quietly churning out national champions and Olympians. "There were a lot of people in those days, it was like an icon," says the rink's manager, Wayne Disbery, a Canterbury Boys High old boy who skated and played ice hockey there. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
December cruise bargains to sunny ports Oct 31, 2008
Onboard the ship, there's an endless list of activities including rock-climbing, ice skating, a golf simulator, and 9-hole miniature golf course. If you book this cruise by November 6, you'll also receive up to $50 onboard spending credit. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Former owners say they won't reopen Skateland Oct 31, 2008
Jim wrote on Oct 29, 2008 4:38 PM:" How about the ice skating rink? ". momwhocares wrote on Oct 29, 2008 2:08 PM:" Why do so many of you people rely so much on other people to entertain your kids? Its a shame they had to close down Skateland, as I had enjoyed it as a kid growing up. It was a big privelage to be able to go there for my family, and we had to earn it. Nowdays, parents just want to use such places as "babysitters" instead of actually parenting these kids themselves. ". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
All that glisters is not gold Oct 25, 2008
" There is an understatement. It is getting tough to name a sport that Will Ferrell and friends have not lampooned. So far they have tackled soccer (Kicking and Screaming), NASCAR (Talladega Nights), ice skating (Blades of Glory) and basketball (Semi-Pro). Each one fits Micallef's definition of meta-comedy. "I often wonder what it would be like from somebody from the 1930s to sit down and watch a movie now. All the frames of reference would be missing. (The Age, Australia)
Fidelity House from the week of Oct. 20, 2008 Oct 24, 2008
Activities include; arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor sports, trips to local parks, homework club, science activities, chess, cooking, contests and games, computer time, special events, ice skating, gymnastics and more. Brochures and further information may be obtained by calling Fidelity House. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Skate Boots and Blades: To Buy or N... Oct 21, 2008
It s practically impossible to really experience and advance in any ice skating sport without a supportive, properly-fitted boot and sufficiently sharp blade. But at what point in your training should you consider buying your own skates. (Suite101.com)
Where to Ski in Vancouver BC Oct 17, 2008
For the non-skiiers and -snowboarders, other fun activities include tobogganing, tubing, ice skating, and snowshoeing. Learn to Ski at Grouse Mountain. (Suite101.com)
• COLUMN: Hockey moms at the rodeo grounds? It could happen Oct 17, 2008
Dirt would be brought in for rodeos, and removed for ice skating and other events. The nonprofit Hailey Ice Inc. has raised enough money to build a refrigerated rink, but hasn't found a place to put it. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Plan is under way to honor Augusta stars Oct 15, 2008
A designated area in the lobby of Augusta's only public ice skating venue once housed an air hockey table and arcade games. Soon it will be a shrine to hockey in Augusta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
London's Christmas spectacular Oct 10, 2008
Ice skating at Somerset House on the Strand, overlooking the Thames. A rink is open in the building s romantic 18th-century courtyard through Jan. 25; about $14. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Charity promises dream trips to special needs kids, doesn't deliver Oct 10, 2008
Gabriella had always wanted to go back to New York and go ice skating again. She experienced it with a walker a few years ago. (KHOU.com, TX)
Pettit Center should be sold to private board Oct 8, 2008
The ice skating and hockey facility, one of only two Olympic ovals in the country, is more than $1. 3 million behind in its rent payments to its landlord, Wisconsin State Fair Park. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Casper briefs Oct 5, 2008
The racquetball courts, game room, and fitness/weight rooms will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; the gym for volleyball from 5 to 8 p.m.; open swim with waterslides and Lazy River from 1 to 6 p.m.; family swim from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and public ice skating from 1 to 3 p.m.. For more information, call (307) 235-8383. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Bowling into a new millennium on the Seacoast Oct 5, 2008
"Bowling isn't an activity that ebbs and flows really, unlike roller skating, a good example. It's maintained its popularity because I think it transcends any age, small children, grandparents, parents. It works for the small to the really old. You can't do a lot of things like roller skate, or maybe hiking ... or ice skating as a whole family. But bowling, especially candle pin, about anyone can do.". These days lanes go one better and offer equalizers; making for fairer game between pops and... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
T-Boz rumored to be on 'Celebrity Apprentice' Oct 4, 2008
-Ice skating star Scott Hamilton. -Country legend Clint Black. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Flowood's The Park items hitting auction block Oct 4, 2008
A Flowood amusement park -- once boasting an ice skating rink, miniature golf and arcades -- is auctioning off all of its equipment Saturday ... The property is being sold, too, which includes the 20,500-square-foot venue that once housed the metro areas only ice skating rink. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Greenway set for its close-up Oct 3, 2008
But a bigger test will be Brennan's ability to site a more permanent attraction - an ice skating rink - next year, perhaps near the Aquarium or in the Dewey Square area between South Station and the Financial District. While sections of the park in the North End and Wharf District between Christopher Columbus Park and Rowes Wharf are attracting good use, the overall experience of the Greenway remains as underwhelming as some of the immature saplings that line the park. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
AARP: Cornell University Tops 2008 List Of Best Employers For Workers Over 50 Sep 24, 2008
" In addition, there are weight loss workshops and stress management programs. The university's wellness program also provides access to five fitness centers on campus, an ice skating rink and several swimming pools, along with group fitness and nutrition classes. Cornell's forward-thinking policies, in addition to its wellness programs, include flexible arrangements such as flextime, compressed work weeks and telecommuting; a formal phased retirement program for faculty; a robust retiree health... (PR Newswire)
Goggin: Presentation book makes order easy Sep 24, 2008
Nancy Belle's karate and ice skating schedules are at her fingertips and Emily Anne's volleyball and eighth-grade specifics are all together in one location. Until now, I couldn't remember where I put the basketball league information for Tom or if Mary's classroom party list was filed or lost. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jax Indoor Sports shuts down Sep 18, 2008
The indoor sporting activity company that shared space at 3605 Philips Highway with the Jacksonville Ice Rink packed up last week, according to Keith Williams, the general manager of the ice skating rink. He did not know when exactly the company officially stopped doing business, however. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Today in the Cedar Valley Sep 13, 2008
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Tymor Park programs set to begin Jan. 5 Sep 11, 2008
Optional homework help will be given in the first segment of the program and staff will make sure kids are outdoors as much as possible, doing things from group hikes to golf to ice skating in winter. Craft projects and theme days are also planned. (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Driver Logano a boy wonder Sep 11, 2008
That's when Logano's family moved to Atlanta in the hopes of promoting Danielle's ice skating career by opening a rink. But it was where Joey's racing career took off when at 12 he became not only the Pro Legends' youngest event winner, but series champion in 2002. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
The Tyrolean Sauna Sep 7, 2008
5 acre park with facilities for skiing, snow shoe hiking, ice skating, sledding and sleigh rides in the winter and hiking, cycling, Nordic Walking, para-gliding, horseback riding, canoeing, bowling, rafting, and golfing in the summer. Besides its Tyrolean sauna, the Wellness Center has a brine pool and salt graduation tower, herbal baths, a waterfall, a hydro-massage shower, a separate children s pool with a water slide, and an outdoor pool with air massage. (Suite101.com)
Letter: Carriage Museum explains ice rink proposal Sep 5, 2008
We at the Amesbury Carriage Museum would like to answer a few questions that have been raised regarding the proposed ice skating rink at the Amesbury Town Park. It is our hope also to dispel any rumors or misconceptions that may have arisen. (Amesbury News, MA)
Early Focus on One Sport Raises Alarms Sep 2, 2008
While pediatricians encourage children to exercise more, there is growing concern about specializing in just one sport, whether baseball, soccer or ice skating. Growing bones can t handle the same stresses as mature bones. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
It is important to stay physically active, eat healthy during busy fall Aug 31, 2008
Instead of going to a movie or watching television, go ice skating at the Pepsi Ice Center or take a fall hike, Richards said. I love going to the pool during the summer, she said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ice skating rink not the right venture for DeKalb city planners Aug 30, 2008
chevy_mama wrote on Aug 29, 2008 9:43 AM:" I agree with Mr. Whelan Jr. A Children's Museum, or something like that, would be more beneficial and useful to the community. I'm sure it would bring in a lot more money than an ice skating rink that differently abled children can't even use...And obviously a Children's Museum could still be open when it's not um, cold outside. " ... lime60178 wrote on Aug 30, 2008 3:15 AM:" We need an ice skating rink to draw outsiders to our community to benefit off... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
A walk in the park Aug 27, 2008
In 2004, the city brought up consultants who advised creating more opportunities for activities in the park, such as ice skating, playing in playgrounds, going to concerts or skiing. And creating easier access to it -- a walkway across the library parking lot, for example. (Anchorage Daily News)
What next for Olympic venues? Aug 26, 2008
Concerts and theatre shows are planned, and managers say they may ice over the basketball court for international ice skating or ice hockey events. NATIONAL INDOOR STADIUM: * China's biggest indoor stadium, located just north of the Water Cube, will go on to host sports competitions and arts, culture and entertainment events. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Nickelodeon Expands Cruise Partnership With Royal Caribbean International Aug 26, 2008
Freedom of the Seas, the largest ship in the world, also offers a multitude of activities, including the FlowRider surf simulator, the H2O Zone water park, an ice skating rink, a nine-hole mini-golf course, 10-route rock-climbing wall, as well as the line's other signature amenities. Vacation packages for each Nickelodeon Family Cruise go on-sale to the public beginning in mid-September. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Summer is cool for ice skating Aug 24, 2008
Ice skating is a year-round sport at the Skating Club of Boston, which accommodates both beginners and professionals. The club is open to the public on Tuesday nights and Sunday afternoons. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Changes coming to Plattwood Park Aug 22, 2008
For this winter, Kmetz said that the town is hoping to put in an ice skating rink and organize a volleyball league next summer. Smith added that the excitement from the people in town about the renovations to the park has made it easier for him to sell the changes to the Board of Finance and the town's Budget Committee. (Pictorial Gazette, CT)
Bethlehem Is in an Uproar Over Recreation Park Plans Aug 22, 2008
There will be a playground for small children, miniature golf and paintball-along with an ice skating rink. The park will be surrounded by double fencing, insulation and trees for a sound barrier. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Summer on ice Aug 21, 2008
With summer winding down, kids are making the most of the few days they have left before school starts. Other Articles in this Category. (Odessa American, TX)
Hockey floor presents a challenge unto itself Aug 21, 2008
The ice temperature must remain between 16 to 22 degrees, depending on whether the event is hockey, ice skating, or motorcycle racing. But the floor covering must be thick enough and insulated enough so that foot traffic above the ice enjoys a temperature of 64 degrees. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Good Morning Cedar Valley -- Aug. 19 Aug 19, 2008
--- Public ice skating at Young Arena will be 3:30 to 5 p.m. The cost is 3 with a 3 rental fee. --- The Waverly Farmers' Market will be 3 to 6 p.m. in the 200 block of First Street. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
An challenging way to get one's kicks Aug 17, 2008
(As George Carlin used to say, hockey is not a sport, but an amalgam of three activities: ice skating, playing with a puck and beating somebody up. Hockey isn't boring -- there's too much speed and violence for that -- but soccer induces a numbing paralysis that replicates the result of an aneurysm. (NJ.com -- Times)
Olympic gold medalists eyed for sales potential Aug 16, 2008
Tour promoter Michael Burg, who has represented past Olympians and run ice skating and gymnastics tours, said Liukin and Johnson are poised for marketing gold. "Both of these kids have an appeal way beyond what some of the past figure skaters had in the way of vibrant personalities," Burg said. (Los Angeles Times)
Julie Dustin Aug 15, 2008
I think we should have more community activities for teens, something they could have fun at, like roller skating or ice skating. Reader Comments We welcome comments from registered users of our Web site. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Hopkinton State Park program gets everybody into the water Aug 15, 2008
Other activities include horseback riding, cycling and rowing in the summer and sledding and ice skating in the winter. During yesterday's program, Wrentham staff paddled residents out in double kayaks, with their charges supported and protected by pieces of foam, bean bags and inflatable cushions. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
OGE readies for new theme school year (3) Aug 12, 2008
Jankoviak said other possible trips would include ice skating at the Arkansas Skatium and attending a St. Louis Cardinals Baseball game. Article Rating. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Let the dreams begin Aug 9, 2008
"I couldn't do both," said Breeden, who also had tried horseback riding, tennis, volleyball, ice skating and just about every other sport. "I gave it all up for swimming. It was the right choice.". (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Lehtonen has begun on-ice workouts Aug 6, 2008
SARA these guys are on the ice skating within a week of getting home. Could be June or early July depending on how deep they went into the playofffs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Frontiersman backs skateboarders Aug 1, 2008
Just as we have done for baseball, basketball, soccer, hockey, ice skating, tennis and football, skateboarders now have a designated area to ply their skills. Through positive reporting by the Frontiersman newspaper, enthusiasm and motivation remained at a high level for over two and one-half years. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Monday Movie Buzz: Will Ferrell's best songs, ranked Jul 29, 2008
(Honorable mentions go to his "Love Me Sexy" in "Semi-Pro," his version of Bo Bice's "Blades of Glory" in the ice skating comedy, and his insistence on skating to the Black Eyed Peas "My Humps" in the same film. . (The Trentonian, NJ)
Obituaries for July 28 Jul 28, 2008
Mr. Abdo enjoyed skiing and ice skating until he was 67 years old. He also enjoyed bowling and ran five miles a day until recently. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Diamond in the rough Jul 27, 2008
"In the wintertime, when the conditions are right there is good ice skating, and I like it for walking and trail running.". Ortner also is an avid mountain biker. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bright Tahoe Nights Jul 27, 2008
Hiking and swimming are free; ice skating costs extra. After 5 p.m., cost of the gondola goes down. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Harwood is contestant in Miss Mass. USA pageant Jul 26, 2008
She now coaches ice skating and dance at Phillips Academy ice rinks, as well as working as the program administrator. For more information on the pageant or for tickets call 781-321-3500. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
A Hot Day For A Preview Of One Cool L.I.C. Ice Rink Jul 25, 2008
Friday July 25, 2008. At Thursday’s sneak peek at City Ice Pavilion in Long Island City, from left, Erik Eckstein, Paul Lloyd, Eric Gioia and Rod Gilbert. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
What others find taxing is her specialty Jul 24, 2008
Whether it was taking on her brothers on the football field, ice skating professionally or, in her early twenties, becoming the top Tupperware salesperson in her region, Ruckel set steep challenges and went after them with a single-minded perseverance and a clear focus on reaching the top. So it was no different when Ruckel, 54, decided to launch her own business in Santa Fe. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
