While conducting research for my writing trainings, I found a white paper titled, “Ending the Writing Crisis: The Corporate Perspective”, written by Brian Hanington, President of Stiff Sentences Inc. I reached out to Brian for advice and he gave me 20 minutes of his time, which was a great blessing. I was concerned he wouldn’t… Read More »
While perusing the aisles of Barnes & Noble this past weekend, I was intrigued by ALL the Black History books they were promoting. I stopped to read many of the titles and felt a little jolt. I got the feeling that my roller skating book should be on that stand next year; the main attraction… Read More »
As I speak to different people about the early years of Chicago roller skating history, I’m finding that Ron Jellse was a legend during his day. Apparently, he was a world class skater who taught black people how to roller skate despite segregation. I do have a quite a few mentions of Mr. Jellse. Thus,… Read More »
While researching Chicago roller skating history, I found 11 roller rinks, 1 roller skating manufacturing company and one roller skate retailer in 1885. How cool is that?? Ok, I’m excited. I don’t know about you. Either way, keep sharing your stories so I can have a good draft by May 31, 2012. And please,please, please … Read More »
From what I’ve heard, Rainbo Roller Rink, located at 4812 N. Clark in Chicago, was a popular place to skate. The second level must have been one if its great assets because it is one of the memories people speak of most. If Rainbo was your favorite place to skate? Share your memories now!
I am pleased to announce that my roller skating site, Real Skate Stories, is up and running. This is not the most exciting roller skating site you will find online. However, it is one of the most interesting – well to me. While all of the other sites provide information and share memories, I am… Read More »