We moved to the beach to enjoy many types of things - the sun, fun, sand, nature and sometimes just a walk on the beach. When the thermostat drops and the breezes are steady the cold reminds us of the value of things during a warmer time of year. You might even find yourself complaining . . . ‘Who Me’? Many have moved here to leave the cold and snow, salt and cinders and the black and Yuk of a northern winter.
We fail to easily remember the fun we had on those special winter days - a fun ski trip, making a snow man with the kids, or simply a beautiful brisk snowy morning walk. Well, one thing we always enjoyed (even if from the sidelines laughing at others because we were too afraid or embarrassed) was ice skating with friends or with family.
Even though this is North Carolina and we live at a beautiful beach, you now have the opportunity to take your date, kids and family for an outing at a skating arena. One local business is taking us nostalgically back to the fun in our past lives. The Weeping Radish Brewery & Restaurant just south of Grandy in Jarvisburg, has come to the rescue.
This Friday, The Ice Haus opens for your Holiday fun. It is an outdoor covered ice rink here for our enjoyment. They will be having special events, Christmas hay rides, winter festive activities, pictures with Santa and public ice skating and rentals. They have a full menu and a snack bar and might even have a beer for mom or dad while they take a break - there is even a mini-Zamboni!
I applaud the owners of the Weeping Radish Brewery for their commitment to opportunity and for taking the chance, but most of all for providing us the opportunity for some good old fashioned fun. Do your family, friends and loved ones a favor and find the time to enjoy the chill in the air. Take them skating and enjoy some hot chocolate and break a smile and laugh. We can all use a little fun and laughter in our lives.
The Ice Haus begins operation on Friday, December 21 (just in time for the Holidays) and will remain open through early March. Enjoy!
Nice article...will be there this weekend to check it out.
By the way, have added your blog to my local blogs link list...check it out.
Posted by: Sam Walker | December 20, 2007 at 06:25 PM