The City of Peterborough will host a free “Family Skate Celebration” at the downtown Quaker Foods City Square next week.
The event at the outdoor rink on Charlotte Street will be held on Sunday, Jan. 21, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The celebration will feature music by DJ Lynz and free hot chocolate for attendees. A limited supply of free toques from Call2Recycle — a not-for-profit organization that provides battery recycling programs – will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis.
“Bundle up and enjoy the best the season has to offer at this free family skate,” said Coun. Lesley Parnell, chairperson of the city’s arena, parks and recreation portfolio. “Shake off the January blahs in the fresh outdoor air having fun, getting exercise and connecting with our community.”
Parking will be available on street or at the King Street Parkade at 202 King St., adjacent to the square.
Skates and helmet rentals are available at Runner’s Life, located at 174 Charlotte St., northeast of the Quaker Foods City Square entrance on Charlotte Street.
Quaker Foods City Square is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., as weather conditions allow.