Figure Skating and Carnivals
|
Teachers
- Patricia (Rogers) Moon (then her sisters Janet and Sharon) - 1970's. Also, Lee Lindstrom and Kim Kelly in later years - 1980's. Costumes - The sewing of costumes - and not just one – there was an outfit for the performance AND one for the costume contest. And think of those families with several children participating – that’s a lot of sewing. Usually applique and extra design elements too! Scenery - often included backdrops at one end of the ice - setting the stage and defining the theme. - definitely lots of color and paper and streamers and install. - Anita Ford and Nelda McDonald were two of the main artists that helped create the atmosphere. Action - first of all the lessons – once a week. - these then became 'routine' practice sessions – official practice every Friday with lots of skating time any night of the week. - everything choreographed to music – the sound system piped inside and out. Event day - lots of action. Too many kids in too few dressing areas. - usually unseasonably warm – so ice surface shiny with moisture. - performances followed by the Grand Finale (everyone’s favourite), then costume contests, races. - concessions available through it all (burgers, fries, of course Vico …and cupcakes). - Ken Bechard (radio personality that he was) served as the annual commentator. - caretakers and volunteers over the years put in so much time (Con Bechard being one). One year Terry Lubkiwski 'tuxxed' it up to drive the zamboni! Themes - for many years the instructor choose theme/music/costumes. - those submitted so far 1976? - Movies 1977 - Toyland 1981- Disneyland 1982- Holidays on Ice 1983- A Trip around the World 1984- ? 1985- ? 1986- Color my World 1987- Happiness is... 1988- Disneyland on Ice 1989- Elvis 1990- Movie Magic 1991- Back to the Future |