Hey y’all! I need your help. I have ideas on how to make the site a little better, but I would like to get an idea on what you would like to see AND to find out if you are willing to contribute. I’m a one woman operation and could use a little help. However,… Read More »
I just launched a 30-day crowdfunding campaign to raise $2,850 to publish my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, which teaches you how to create content that will get more Facebook likes, Youtube views and blog visitors. You will also get found more easily on Google. The funding levels range from $1 to… Read More »
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan declared October National Roller Skating Month. This was a popular activity during the 80s. Fast forward to 2013, 30 years later, it is still a fun and inexpensive fitness activity. Believe it or not, roller skating is still very popular in the United States, but people do not know about… 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 »
I know it’s been a while since you last heard from me but I am trying to create a manageable blogging schedule. Currently, I have three sites to manage: Marcie Writes, Shorty: Your Chicago South Side Resource and Real Skate Stories; my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, which is available on Kindle;… Read More »
Willie B. contacted me about a roller rink on Chicago’s West Side called “The Grand”. It was located around Laramie & Quincy/Adams, where a Family Dollar is currently located. Do you remember that rink? Was it called “The Grand” or “The 7 Grand”? All help would be appreciated.