Ice News

Our ice season started off hopeful with 68 children and adults enrolled in classes, a record number for recent years. We enjoyed excellent ice conditions and a full schedule of Ice Socials for the first weeks. Unfortunately, problems with the rink mat forced us to shut the rink down in early January. These problems began last season, and we took a gamble that some inexpensive and simple repairs might keep the rink operational for a few more seasons. The repairs held for six weeks, but then failed. We are investigating several options for a permanent fix and are optimistic that the rink can be repaired.
    A great way to help the rink is to purchase a Huguenot Bridge print. Last year, SRA member and artist Andras Bality wanted to do something to help raise funds for the rink. He offered to let us produce prints of one of his oil paintings of the Huguenot Bridge. 1,000 prints were made and have been signed and numbered by the artist. The 18 x 24-inch limited-edition prints (shown here in black and white) are available for $20.00. They can be purchased from the SRA office (272-7401 or sra2office@aol.com) and also at Once Upon a Vine South in the Stratford Hills Shopping Center, the Stratford Hills Antique Market (ask for Jack Colter), and Riverside Outfitters. To learn more about Andras Bality and his work, visit www.andrasbality.com.