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	Meetup	Location	RSVPs
Sep 3 7:00 PM	THURSDAY EVENING SKATE 1 attended (est.) – No rating yet This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK NYC, NY, 10022 40.762951,-73.969910	1 Yes 1 Maybe
Aug 30 7:00 PM	THURSDAY EVENING SKATE No rating yet This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	Columbus Circle Traffic Circle New York, NY, 10019 40.770981,-73.988960	1 Yes 0 Maybe
Aug 27 7:00 PM	THURSDAY EVENING SKATE 1 attended (est.) – No rating yet This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK NYC, NY, 10022 40.762951,-73.969910	1 Yes 2 Maybe
Aug 16 4:00 PM	Skate Party! BYOB! 1 attended (est.) – No rating yet Ok, let's party! A skate party and pic-a-nic on what will hopefully be a nice, sunny day. We will set up camp on the hill right next to the skate dancer's circle. It's right down the hill from the Naumburg Band Shell. I will provide a picnic blanket, some napkins, paper plates and some light refreshments. This is a meetup for all skill levels: newbies can come and practice on the smooth paved stretch next to the dancers, those who want to boogie can join in with the skate dancers, and advanced bladers can rock the loops and park pathways if they so choose. We're just going to meet, eat, skate and chill. I will not be providing beverages, so bring your own, or some for the group if you like. Also, anyone wanting to bring snacks for the group, feel free. The fee for this Meetup is $3.00 Come ready to socialize and have some fun! By the way, "BYOB" means "bring your own blades". Do NOT show up with alcohol! ;) Cost: $3.00	Naumburg Bandshell New York, NY, 10001 40.748940,-73.991821	1 Yes 0 Maybe
Aug 14 7:00 PM	Central Park Loop's - Easy Paced 2 attended (est.) – No rating yet It is short notice but the weather is great so tonight I am doing loops in the Park as an alternative to the Big Apple Roll Advanced Skate. EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. I am thinking 1 to 1.5 or 2 loops and then (optional) Head over to Gossip 733 Ninth Avenue (between 49th and 50th Street) where the BAR Skate will be ending and join the group for Dinner and Drings at The BAR Friday night Venue. Dinner and Drink will be at your own expense. Skates not allowed so you will need footwear, Skate attire is OK. Meet up if interested at Corner by 59th Street and Central Park West at the steps at the Statue the Maine. The weather should be nice. Bob	COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK NYC, NY, 10022 40.762951,-73.969910	2 Yes 1 Maybe
Aug 14 3:00 PM	BIG APPLE ROLL WEEKEND - August 14-16, 2009 2 attended (est.) – No rating yet BIG APPLE ROLL 2009 IS FREE FOR ALL! THERE IS NO REGISTRATION FEE! Register Free and Pick Up the Survival Guide and Schedule at The Skyline Hotel August 14th From 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM or Check Online for Updates This Week @ http://www.bigappleroll.org/ Skline Hotel 725 Tenth Avenue at 49th Street New York, New York 10019 Tel 212 586-3400 The Empire Skate Club of New York's seventh annual Big Apple Roll Weekend - BAR 2009 is an exciting weekend, Friday-Saturday-Sunday, August 14-16, 2009, of group skates, adventures, touring, exploring and experiencing New York City on skates. Party with old friends, make new ones, feel the rush of skating the New York City streets. Enjoy the City’s beautiful scenery, smooth pavement, rolling hills and fast straight-aways. Central Park is also the capital of dance skating where you can join the world's greatest skate dancers for a truly unique experience. City skating, island hopping, beaches, parks, night life and of course our skates through Times Square. REQUIRED: All must bring a great Attitude for Safe Skating Fun + Great Time with Wonderful People!!! SKATES PLANNED: Officially the BAR starts on Friday. Yet, our co-sponsor, The Central Park Skate Patrol invites you to roll with its THURSDAY EVENING SKATE that meets at 7 PM, at Columbus Circle Entrance to Central Park. About an hour skate with skaters heading for food and drinks afterwards. For more information surf to http://www.skatepatrol.org . Of course, we'll have our regular Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Skates, go to website for more information: http://www.empireskate.org . SKATE LEVEL AND BIKES: BAR 2009 is for intermediate to expert skaters capable of easily handling moderate pace street skating in groups, able to keep up with the group, skate in traffic, during the day and/or night, stopping and turning on all terrain, following all traffic laws. Bikers are welcomed as long as they keep in mind that skaters kick-out. Therefore, bikers must give skaters adequate space at all times by riding in the back, front or side of the skaters. See website for more information: http://www.empireskate.org/bigappleroll . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Details are continuously being refined and will be provided by both email and on website http://www.empireskate.org/bigappleroll . Surf to website for additional information, questions, and updates. There will be frequent updates to the web site and schedule through the weekend, I will update as more information is scheduled. There will be some very exciting skates this coming week starting with the Regular Thursday Evening Skate in Central Park and ending on Sunday with an afternoon Skate dancing lessons with the Central Park Dance Skaters Association. NEW FAST, EXPERT ONLY SATURDAY MORNING SKATE! REGULAR SATURDAY MORNING SKATE WILL ALSO ROLL. There will be a Skate to Governors Island on Sunday . There will be a skate for every skate level and an exciting Saturday Night entertainment venue. Check the Website later in the week for more detailed updates. Bob Mattson	SKYLINE HOTEL New York, NY, 10019	2 Yes 1 Maybe
Aug 13 7:00 PM	BIG APPLE ROLL WEEKEND STARTS WITH THURSDAY EVENING SKATE 2 attended (est.) – No rating yet Officially the BAR starts on Friday. Yet, our co-sponsor, The Central Park Skate Patrol invites you to roll with its THURSDAY EVENING SKATE that meets at 7 PM, at Columbus Circle Entrance to Central Park. About an hour skate with skaters heading for food and drinks afterwards. For more information surf to http://www.skatepatrol.org . Of course, we'll have our regular Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Skates, go to website for more information: http://www.empireskate.org . NEW FAST, EXPERT ONLY SATURDAY MORNING SKATE! REGULAR SATURDAY MORNING SKATE WILL ALSO ROLL. This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK NYC, NY, 10022 40.762951,-73.969910	2 Yes 1 Maybe
Aug 6 7:00 PM	THURSDAY EVENING SKATE 4 attended (est.) – 5.001 This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK NYC, NY, 10022 40.762951,-73.969910	3 Yes 0 Maybe
Aug 2 4:00 PM	Skate Party! BYOB! No rating yet Ok, let's party! A skate party and pic-a-nic on what will hopefully be a nice, sunny day. We will set up camp on the hill right next to the skate dancer's circle. It's right down the hill from the Naumburg Band Shell. I will provide a picnic blanket, some napkins, paper plates and some light refreshments. This is a meetup for all skill levels: newbies can come and practice on the smooth paved stretch next to the dancers, those who want to boogie can join in with the skate dancers, and advanced bladers can rock the loops and park pathways if they so choose. We're just going to meet, eat, skate and chill. I will not be providing beverages, so bring your own, or some for the group if you like. Also, anyone wanting to bring snacks for the group, feel free. The fee for this Meetup is $3.00 Come ready to socialize and have some fun! By the way, "BYOB" means "bring your own blades". Haaaa! What were YOU thinking? ;) Cost: $3.00	Naumburg Bandshell New York, NY, 10001 40.748940,-73.991821	1 Yes 0 Maybe
Jul 30 7:00 PM	THURSDAY EVENING SKATE 1 attended (est.) – 5.001 This is an ongoing weekly meetup with the Central Park Skate Patrol. Great way to get in some evening skating. Read on: THURSDAY EVENING SKATE Hosted by The Central Park Skate Patrol, Inc. TES is organized, run and marshalled by certified skate patrollers/instructors of the Patrol. It is a social, casual, "RELATIVELY" EASY SKATE OF THE TRAFFIC-FREE CENTRAL PARK ROAD LOOP, 6.1 miles or 5.2 miles option. It is not a "starting beginner" skate. Skaters must know how to skate. There is the option of the 5.2 miles, 104th Street "flat" cut-off road for those skaters not wanting to do, or uncomfortable with the big, Great Hill/Heartbreak Hill downhills and uphill on the North/Uptown end of the Park. The entire loop with four rest/water stops along route should take about an hour in the beginning. Central Park Skate Patrollers will lead, sweep, and marshal the skate to keep it organized, safe and fun! Patrollers will give tips to help skaters improve their individual and group skating skills within limitations of the group skate. But, it is not a "skating lesson" session. HELMETS AND WRISTGUARDS REQUIRED. Recommended, all other protective gear including, but not limited to elbow and knee pads, blinking lights and light colored and/or reflective clothing for night visibility. Who All skaters welcome! This is not a "starting beginner" skate. SKATERS MUST BE ABLE TO STOP, TURN, KEEP UP WITH THE MODERATELY PACED GROUP, and know or want to learn how to skate with a group. When Thursday Evening Skate - TES MEETS WEEKLY AT 7 PM, STARTS ROLLING AT 7:15 PM. The skate is CANCELLED IF IT IS RAINING OR THE ROADS ARE WET. Where COLUMBUS CIRCLE ENTRANCE TO CENTRAL PARK, between 59th and 60th Streets, at the Statue the Maine. Afterwards DINNER AND DRINKS in local restaurant/bar, AMSTERDAM ALE HOUSE, 340 Amsterdam Avenue, 76th Street, 212 721 2161. Those going to restaurant pay for their own food, drinks, tax, and tip. "Let the Good Times Roll with Thursday Evening Skate" I won't be attending this event, but wanted to be sure to pass on the info. You guys can post comments on the event page to hook up with each other at the event if you like. Thanks, Rob, for the info! Bob Mattson	Columbus Circle Traffic Circle New York, NY, 10019 40.770981,-73.988960	1 Yes 3 Maybe