White City Roller Rink was part of White City Amusement Park, located on the south side of Chicago at 63rd & South Parkway (now King Drive). It opened in 1905. After the amusement park closed in the late 1930s, the rink remained open and was a source of controversy because of the name, “White City”.… Read More »
The Original Savoy on 47th & South Parkway The New Savoy on 78th & Cottage was another popular roller skating rink on the South Side. While I don’t have as much information as I did with The Loop, I do know that it was a hot spot in the 1970s. Well, I do know that… Read More »
As I continue my research on Chicago roller skating history, I am learning that roller derby IS Chicago history. What do I mean by that? When I mention to people that I’m researching roller skating in Chicago, one of the first questions they ask, “Are you a derby skater?” When I say no, the next… Read More »
Join Phaze II Skate Crew’s Twin Skate Jam at Glenwood Roller Rink on Saturday, May 18, 2013. The event will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. To purchase tickets, contact Phaze II at Phazeiiskatecrew@sbcglobal.net or Glenwood Roller Rink at (708) 754-5640.
Ring in the new year with skating, stepping and line dancing with Phaze II Skate Crew’s annual New Years Eve’s Party at Rich City Skate, 4645 Sauk Trail in Richton Park, IL. There will be food, great music and good company to make it a great evening. Buy your tickets from any Phaze II Crew… Read More »
Did you know that people used to roller skate to organ music? Early skating was done to dances like the Waltz, Foxtrot and the Tango. In fact, if you visit Glenwood Roller Rink and other rinks where “seasoned” citizens roll, you will get a chance to see them in action. Roller Rink music changed in… Read More »