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USICERINKS.COM NOVEMBER.DECEMBER.2020 / 21 what's happening in both of the figure skating exclusive sheets of ice. There is room for as many as 500 people to dine while spectating. There is space for din- ing, lounging, eating and drinking. Other key features include the Club Library and Academic Center. During the coronavirus pandemic, this area is being utilized by kids doing distance learning. They can do their schoolwork in this area and then go to the rink for practice time. Opening and Adapting On Sept. 7, the Skating Club of Boston held a private ceremony to celebrate the first skate at the new facility in Norwood. With all in attendance masked, Maxim Naumov kicked off the event with the first skate. He is a 2020 U.S. junior champion figure skater. While the facility opened amidst the pandemic caused by COVID-19, it has been a place for skaters in the area to continue their passions. Like most facili- ties, the club has implemented measures such as temperature taking, social dis- tancing, no spectators and more. "We've been so cautious and so prepared with our health screenings," Jepson said. "There was an adjustment period, but we are getting some nor- malcy with skaters on the ice." Despite that, the team has helped usher in a new era in Norwood. That's come while the community around the club's new facility arrives with a figure skating mission in mind. "Norwood is a really big hockey com- munity," Zeghibe said. "But they've real- ly embraced the club and figure skating. They've shown that they love all sports." While many facilities may put their focus on hockey, the Skating Club of Boston remains a place devoted to figure skating. With more than a century of experience in the books, the club lives on with a youthful look. J www.mayekawausa.com | info@mayekawausa.com M aye kaw a U S A S a l e s Re p r e s e n t a t i ve s M-series Reciprocating Compressor "The most efficient solution for ice rinks" •15% energy savings •Lower running costs •Minimal oil carry over •Improved ice quality