Colorado Kicks-Off Its Legendary Winter Season With a Late-October Snow Storm Oct 31, 2009
Everything's Better in Threes at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek - The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is now offering the ''Three for Free" package. Those who book receive three components for Free: a free night, free room upgrade and free daily breakfast at 8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill. Savings and Fun Off the Slopes:Family Fun at The Westin Riverfront - Take advantage of The Westin Riverfront's Mini Mountaineer Family Package. The package includes a 2-bedroom condominium, three hours in the Westin Kids... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Price of gold soars on the London medal exchange Oct 31, 2009
Beyond, that is, the warm inner glow we feel every four years - two if you think skiing, ice skating and luge are sports and not hobbies - that follows another you-bloody-bewdy Aussie triumph in events that are usually followed as closely as the Norwegian sled racing results. The Olympic lobby will argue that the benefits of their success cannot be measured (even if they seem to spend a lot of time doing just that with their medal forecasts and other propaganda tools). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Winter is Packed With Events and Packages in Breckenridge, CO Oct 31, 2009
Other winter activities include a visit to the Arts District, boutique shopping, spa treatments, hut trips, ice skating, walking, mining and museum tours and more. With an average of 25 feet of snow each year, Breckenridge's has endless winter activities to offer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
5 ski resorts that suit Southerners Oct 29, 2009
The resort also has a snow-tubing area, an ice skating rink and a snowboarding park. The peak of the mountain is a mile high, with a view that might stop you in your tracks to take it all in, before darting back down to the lift. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Val Bialas operator to be chosen soon Oct 28, 2009
Roefaro also said an ice skating rink may be installed somewhere at the site. It s one of those things we re trying to work out right now, Mayor Roefaro said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Board of Estimates discusses amendments, funding issues Oct 27, 2009
The amendments covered a wide span of funding issues, including alcohol inspectors, a vending monitor, ice skating rinks, community access television, traffic engineering and bus stops, mail notifications concerning ALRC members and health insurance co-pay. One proposed amendment in particular garnered a considerable amount of public support. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Leisure centre 'junk food' alert Oct 27, 2009
The report, which was prepared by the Food Commission, looked at leisure centres, bowling alleys, ice skating rinks and park cafes. It's fantastic that these kids are getting fit and having fun at the same time but this is being undermined by venues peddling junk food at them. (BBC News -- UK)
A centennial on the edge of the continent Oct 26, 2009
Sutro also built the fabled Sutro Baths, a huge indoor swimming complex that came complete with an ice skating rink and a museum of curiosities. "I remember swimming there as a little girl and ice skating as a teenager," said Cynthia Soyster, Sutro's great-granddaughter. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Marshfield Recreation Oct 26, 2009
Due to the continued demand, and based upon the success of the summer preschool programs, the recreation department will offer several enrichment programs for younger children, including ice skating, Kids in the Kitchen, Smart Soccer, Little Tykes, Craft Time with Heidi, Mountain Munchkins, Music and Me, Creative Movement and Pre-Dance ... The programs will include Kids In the Kitchen, Craft Time, Music and Me, Creative Movement, Pre-Dance, a drop-in program for 3- to 5-year-olds, ice skating... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Cheap dates that make you look rich Oct 24, 2009
For a budget-friendly activity to get your blood pumping, try riding bikes, hiking, ice skating, rowing on a lake, fly fishing, sledding, shooting hoops or playing tennis at the local park. 8. (FOX61, CT)
Stress-free Thanksgiving getaways Oct 23, 2009
After enjoying a classic Thanksgiving buffet, families can take part in holiday-themed activities such as sleigh rides, ice skating, caroling and visits with Santa. The supervised Mountain Buddies kids club offers board games, arts and crafts, outdoor fun and more. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Family travel five: Colorado gets back in snow business Oct 20, 2009
New this season, the Crested Butte Mountain Resort is introducing a base-area Adventure Park, complete with year-round ice skating and a three-lane, lift-served tubing hill. A Kids' Night Out program is offered as part of the new Camp CB program. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Kim Yu-na wins Trophee Bompard women's event Oct 18, 2009
Francois Mori / APYu-Na Kim of South Korea performs her Ladies Free Skating program during the Ice Skating Bompard Trophy at Bercy arena in Paris, Saturday Oct. 17, 2009. (AP Photo/Francois Mori). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Get Creative Oct 17, 2009
Hey don t they turn Atlantic Station into a winder wonderland with snow and ice skating. I know I saw that in the AJC one year but I don t recall seeing it since. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Gamecock of the Week: Mia Corsini Oct 13, 2009
Mia Corsini shines in a competetive ice skating performance. Mia Corsini, a second-year sports and entertainment student, is not only a USC Resident Mentor, but a trained and competitive ice skater. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Casey Park building to be named for Oropallo Oct 9, 2009
The Auburn City Council unanimously voted Thursday to name the ice skating and recreation facility at Casey Park after Michael Oropallo Jr. During his tenure as the city's recreation director, Oropallo was instrumental in developing the Casey Park complex. Oropallo passed away in January at the age of 75, and members of his family were present at the council meeting. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Downtown to Get Second Winter Ice Rink (956) Oct 9, 2009
Published: Friday, October 2, 2009 4:40 PM PDT DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - Downtown will see a new addition to the usual holiday festivities this winter: dueling ice skating rinks. The Los Angeles Kings this year are dropping their sponsorship of the Downtown On Ice rink at Pershing Square after a decade-long partnership. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Popularity of pond hockey raises safety concerns Oct 8, 2009
The commission is also proposing the addition of a 15-foot-wide ice skating trail that would loop to the south through the woods, providing skaters with a scenic path to skate on. This trail is not proposed to be completed this year. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Knight jabs NCAA at sports project's unveiling Oct 7, 2009
Six basketball courts that convert into 10 volleyball courts will be housed in a former ice skating facility run by the NHL's , who surrendered the money-losing venue last month after the suburb of Duncanville wouldn't change terms of the lease. Developers want the $1. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Casey Park could be renamed for Michael Oropallo Oct 7, 2009
The Auburn City Council is scheduled to decide Thursday whether to name the ice skating and recreation facility at Casey Park after Michael Oropallo Jr. The former recreation director, who passed away in January, was instrumental in developing the Casey Park complex. (Oropallo) spent quite a bit of time and effort at Casey Park, and at all of our playgrounds, said Auburn Mayor Michael Quill. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 7, 2009
Hallmark Channel has bought exclusive cable rights to eight ice skating specials from Disson Skating. FCC chairman Julius Genachowski has told Rep. (Multichannel News)
Hallmark Channel Unveils 'Holiday Countdown' Program Oct 6, 2009
There's also an encore airing of the ice skating special, while the rest of the day will showcase ghost/witch-themed movies The day ends with Golden Girls costume episodes. For its Countdown to Christmas, Hallmark Channel also will partner with Hallmark Gold Crown stores to produce a national sweepstakes that will run Nov. 1 through Dec. 24. (Multichannel News)
'My children will grow up without their mum' Oct 4, 2009
Mrs Moore, a world championship judge, died along with rising ice-skating star Morgan Innes, 14, NSW Ice Skating Association president Alan Blinn, 47, and his friend James Engert, 44. Mr Moore described his wife at her funeral as ''the light in my life, the bonfire of my life. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Watertown sports notes Oct 1, 2009
Wicked Local Watertown Posted Sep 30, 2009 @ 10:03 AM. Girls basketball clinic grades two to eight. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Area history: Old swimming holes were classic, sometimes dangerous Sep 30, 2009
The Old Mill Pond at the south end of Irvine Park furnished facilities for swimming and ice skating and was filled with water supplied by the diversion of Duncan Creek ... It was without a doubt, the best ice skating rink in the city. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Melrose recreation partnership between Recreation Department, Mount Hood Association Sep 17, 2009
The Recreation Department is also planning its second annual Winter Festival at Mount Hood on Wednesday, Feb. 17, during February school vacation week, with ice skating (weather-permitting), hot cocoa, s mores prepared on an open fire, a free barbeque, and other games and activities. At the Winter Festival, the Mount Hood Park Association will help out with a program that Dittmer said the association held in the 80s and 90s with great success a skate, ski and snowboard swap. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Girl's leg broken in accident Sep 16, 2009
Polo said Ambriah was also practicing for ice skating at the time. Reader Comments Many of you have expressed concerns about some of the harsh anonymous comments from readers. (Odessa American, TX)
Texas ice venue could be Knight basketball venture Sep 15, 2009
DUNCANVILLE, Texas (AP) -A money-losing ice skating venue run by the Dallas Stars is likely to end up in the hands of a youth sports venture bearing the name of Hall of Fame basketball coach Bob Knight. The hockey team has proposed having the rent reduced at the StarCenter facility in Duncanville. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Stars' venue may convert into Bob Knight court Sep 15, 2009
DUNCANVILLE, Texas (AP) -- A money-losing ice skating venue run by the is likely to end up in the hands of a youth sports venture bearing the name of Hall of Fame basketball coach Bob Knight. The hockey team has proposed having the rent reduced at the StarCenter facility in Duncanville. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Walk, observe, laugh Sep 12, 2009
Offerings include free use of the Recreation Center from 9 a.m. to noon, free swimming from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and free ice skating from 1 to 3 p.m. (skate rental fees apply). The past, present and future of Wyoming's juvenile justice system will be examined for the Democratic Women's Forum at the first fall meeting at the Petroleum Club luncheon. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Open ice: Dr Pepper StarCenter almost finished Sep 11, 2009
Fans can register to win prizes, including complimentary skate school passes, ice skating passes and a complimentary birthday party at the ice rink. Besides the two sheets of ice that will accommodate regulation hockey play and competition figure skating, the facility has a snack bar, pro shop, and four meeting rooms. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Quick Shots Tri-Town Edition Sep 11, 2009
After school basic skills family ice skating program. The Hamilton-Wenham Skating Club will offer a 10-week Basic Skills skating program at the Johnson Rink at the Pingree School in Hamilton on Thursdays from 3:30-4:50 p.m. from Sept. 10 through Nov. 12. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Kids learn to skate at Roche Arena Sep 9, 2009
The Jim Roche Arena, West Roxbury ice rink, is scheduled to hold a fall semester of ice skating classes. Lessons are available to children ages 4 1/2 and up, as well as for adults. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Philly basketball court shooting kills 1, wounds 1 Sep 4, 2009
Police in Las Vegas say they're searching boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s Rolls-Royce at his home after witnesses reported it was involved in a shooting outside an ice skating rink. Lt. Patrick Charoen said Monday that police obtained a warrant to search the vehicle at one of Mayweather's Las Vegas-area homes after the shooting late Sunday night outside the Crystal Palace Skating Center. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
• Passion on ice Aug 31, 2009
Passion on ice Skating instructor rises from childhood abandonment to storybook life doing what she loves. By Shaun T. Cox | JUNEAU EMPIRE. (Juneau Empire)
Veteran designer wants makeoverfor popular Ely Park in Lambertville Aug 31, 2009
Veteran designer wants makeover for popular Ely Park in Lambertville - NJ.com. Search Local Business Listings. (NJ.com -- Times)
Reflecting back over 35 summers in Albany Aug 30, 2009
I twisted my ankle pretty bad once ice skating at Swinburne Park. The Gateway Diner had the best pancakes, and they still do. (Albany Times Union)
A girl's journey: From dollar-a-day Malawi to elite US prep school Aug 27, 2009
Exeter, N.H. - Idah Savala is navigating several new experiences these days: going ice skating, eating a snow cone, shopping at Wal-Mart not to mention her first airplane ride and her first trip beyond the borders of her home country, Malawi. In an unlikely journey that most girls in Malawi can only dream of, this 16-year-old from a rural village spent the summer attending Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Back to the ice for Canada's Elvis Stojko Aug 27, 2009
He has been lacing up his skates twice a day since Friday for the CNE's Aerial Acrobatics and Ice Skating Show. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Woods captures Begay's skins game Aug 25, 2009
Mayweather vehicle seen at shooting scene: Police in Las Vegas say they're searching boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s Rolls-Royce at his home after witnesses reported it was involved in a shooting outside an ice skating rink. Lt. Patrick Charoen said Monday that police obtained a warrant to search the vehicle at one of Mayweather's Las Vegas-area homes after the shooting late Sunday night outside the Crystal Palace Skating Center. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Recreational Calendar Aug 18, 2009
ICE SKATING Learn to Skate, Satur days 1:15-2:15 p.m. starting Sept. 12. Ages: 3-adult. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Revival of South Daytona ice-skating rink heats up Aug 15, 2009
SOUTH DAYTONA -- A cold blast is expected soon at the Sunshine Park Mall ice skating rink, which closed after a storm blew out a transformer and the ice melted in May. A new icemaker is on the way, remodeling and refurbishing is underway on the snack bar and an upstairs sports bar, and the site is scheduled to reopen with all new equipment on Sept. 4 under new ownership as Daytona Ice Arena. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Open skate: Ice Arena purchases ice sleds from NOWCAP funds Aug 13, 2009
NOWCAP recently put on a disability awareness walk to purchase two ice skating sleds. Story Tools. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Melrose skater Kyra Guzzo goes for the gold at State Games of America Aug 13, 2009
So when he suggested ice skating, I tried it and I really liked it. Currently a member of the North Shore Figure Skating Club in Reading, Guzzo is privately coached by Domenica Capachiette. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Questions Grizzlies owners Aug 11, 2009
There are figure skaters, hockey players, the Fresno Falcons, Fresno Jr. Falcons, Ice Skating Club of Fresno, Fresno State hockey team, the general public (young and old) who love to ice skate, as well as other groups and organizations from around this Valley. This wonderful facility of ours is full of skaters and hockey players seven days a week. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Park has grown during first 100 years Aug 9, 2009
Ice skating on the rink at East Park. East Park playground, 1938. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Madisun Eisenbeis, 12, is a Lodi girl who's making her way in Hollywood as an actress and model (1) Aug 3, 2009
With ice skating, she's performed in theatrical productions, from Disney on Ice to "Cats." She twirls fire baton with Stars and Stripes of San Joaquin County. Madisun Eisenbeis poses with Adrian R'Mante, who plays Esteban on "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody." (Courtesy photo). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Active lifestyle leads to good health Jul 29, 2009
n Encourage fitness activities that children can enjoy throughout their lifetimes, such as judo, tennis, racquetball, golf, swimming, yoga, hiking, dancing and ice skating ... Enjoy ice skating with your children in the winter. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Bad Weather Activities in Chamonix ... Jul 26, 2009
Practice glides and twirls ice skating at the Patinoire ice rink, part of the Chamonix SportsCenter. Relaxation and Body Therapy in Chamonix. (Suite101.com)
Returning home Jul 26, 2009
Since the YMCA has taken over, they have made a noticeable change to the playing atmosphere, adding green turf instead of the concrete of the ice skating rinks as a playing surface. That is something that has only helped the interest in the league and is helping those playing to get better, AHS graduates like Matt Hoey, Bob Brannigan and BJ Simmons. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Montreal on a budget: European flair without euros Jul 24, 2009
The Montreal High Lights Festival at the end of February features free ice skating, fireworks, live music and the Montreal All-Nighter, when galleries, theaters and dance venues stay open through the night. The 10-day festival also features a host of internationally renowned chefs who take residence in some of the city's best restaurants; http://www. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Canseco famished to get first victory in ring Jul 23, 2009
Canseco, stigmatized for two tell-all books about steroids in baseball, will fight Simmons on Friday night at an ice skating rink in Aston, Pa. Simmons ate his way into Philadelphia sports cult status with a record five Wing Bowl titles. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Saugus residents win Theatre On Ice competitions Jul 18, 2009
Barcelona, Spain also has it s own Theatre on Ice skating federation. In April 2010 Toulouse, France will host the very first World Theatre on Ice championships. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Wellesley Bulletin Board (July 16) Jul 17, 2009
Club amenities include eight clay tennis courts, three paddle tennis courts, ice skating and hockey rinks, trapshooting and clubhouse dining. The Deutsche Bank Partners for Charity Junior Shoot Out is one of few national junior golf tournaments the AJGA will conduct in 2009 in the Northeast. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Tri-Valley: At a crossroads Jul 15, 2009
Staples Ranch is a 124-acre parcel owned by the , which has outlined a plan to build a 720-unit senior housing complex, retail center with an auto mall and an ice skating facility affiliated with the hockey team. Pat Cashman, director of the authority, said the retail component will probably not happen until the economy improves, but the senior housing and sports facility could be ready to break ground next year. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Enjoy the lazy days of summer Jul 10, 2009
The YMCA is hosting an Open Ice Skating on Saturday for members from 4 to 8 p.m. Call ahead to reserve your spot. Just a reminder, if you are looking for kids activities, the YMCA holds weekly sports camps for kids in grades 2-5. (Forest Republican, WI)
Wrangling with adventure: Filosa in July 25 Baystate Championship Wrestling show Jul 10, 2009
On March 15, Peter competed in the Special Skater III category at the Ice Skating Institute competition in Natick ... The adventures of Peter Filosa from his recent ice skating competition to his upcoming gig as a manager for former WWE wrestler Doink The Clown during Baystate Championship Wrestling s July 25 show make it clear he gets around ... Filosa will also be in an Ice Skating Institute figure skating show Aug. 15 at the Norfolk rink. (Medfield Press, MA)
Ideas for LDS Young Women's Mutual ... Jul 9, 2009
Ice skating or roller skating. Spiritual Mutual Activities. (Suite101.com)
Pepsi Ice Center another bright spot Jul 4, 2009
Hundreds of Bloomington and Normal families participate in the hockey and ice skating programs offered at the center. It is so successful that there is not enough ice-time available to meet the demand for open skating, parties and amateur hockey teams. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Project took journey Jun 27, 2009
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS A rundown of the some of the proposed Tullio Arena improvements: The outdoor space near Tullio Arena's main entrance, now a parking lot, would become an outdoor entertainment area, including an amphitheater and winter ice skating rink. A larger, glass-covered lobby. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Financial collapse of luxury-resort owners Jun 21, 2009
Priced at $155 million, the 53,000-square-foot home, called the Pinnacle, would have a heliport, an ice skating rink and underground parking for 20 SUVs. (The home was never built, but for the driveway. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Skaters compete in local contests at O'Neil Park Jun 21, 2009
Jad has been involved in soccer and ice skating in the past anything speedy, she said. For Jad, the sport represents more than a form of exercise; its about being part of a cool culture. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Police Blotter: June 20, 2009 Jun 20, 2009
-based Northern Edge Hockey reported someone entered the Music City Mall's ice skating rink, 4101 E. 42nd St., and took $630 in cash between 4:30 p.m. Wednesday and 11:15 p.m. Thursday. BURGLARY OF A HABITATION. (Odessa American, TX)
Area man celebrates a long, full 105 years of life Jun 18, 2009
Haugestuen enjoyed baseball in the summer and ice skating over the winner. When he was young, he had a dog named Don, who Haugestuen recalled would shake hands to get food. (Chetek Alert, WI)
T.A.G. Raises and Donates More Than $4,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Venice Beach Jun 18, 2009
Other past events have included serving Thanksgiving dinner to the families of The Boys and Girls Club with help from the Los Angeles Lakers and the Lakers Girls, a San Diego Mud Run, ice skating, and visits to Six Flags Magic Mountain and Marina Del Rey. About T.A.G.: Founded in 1998 in Los Angeles, California, T.A.G. was created to acquire and retain business customers in a personalized manner for Fortune 500 companies. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
