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Ahmeek Ice Rink Grand Opening
January 21 @ 2:00 pm
The Emil Aho Memorial Ice Rink in Ahmeek, commonly known as the Ahmeek Ice Rink, has been a community recreational gathering place for nearly 40 years. The rink will host a Grand Opening Ceremony to celebrate the installation of its new boards, a project made possible by the successful fundraising campaign, “Outdoor Recreation for All – Build the Boards Project.” The event will include a ribbon-cutting
ceremony to officially unveil the newly revitalized rink.
The event will take place on Friday, February 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Ahmeek Ice Rink on School Street in Ahmeek, MI.
This milestone celebration honors not only the completion of the board installation but also the collaborative spirit that brought the project to life. Through a community-driven fundraising campaign, the community raised $100,000 to replace the rink’s deteriorated boards, ensuring a safe and sustainable space for skaters of all ages.
Event Highlights:
● Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to officially mark the rink’s reopening
● Free Hot Chocolate to keep attendees warm
● Jim’s Pizza Available for Purchase
● Open Skating to experience the new boards firsthand
About the Ahmeek Ice Rink and the Outdoor Recreation for All – Build the Boards Project Established in 1984, the Emil Aho Memorial Ice Rink, also known as the Ahmeek Ice Rink, has long been a cherished community space for winter recreation. Maintained by dedicated volunteers, the rink provides daily access for skating and hockey during winter and serves as a versatile venue for community events in the off-season.
Launched in Fall 2023 as a special project through the Keweenaw Community Foundation, the Outdoor Recreation for All – Build the Boards Project addressed the unsafe and deteriorating condition of the Ahmeek Ice Rink’s boards, which had suffered years of wear due to harsh Keweenaw winters. Thanks to the generosity of over 100 donors, including residents, businesses, and charitable foundations, the rink has been revitalized, ensuring its use for skating, hockey, and community activities for decades. This renovation reflects the community’s unwavering commitment to preserving and enhancing this vital recreational space.