The Inferno
POSTED 5.6.25

ORLANDO, FL – Florida will be fire this summer as Team Inferno is brining you the heat on and off the wood, June 19-21, 2025.  Off the wood on Friday, Let’s Get the Party Started with check-in and purchase your advance tickets at the Staybridge Hotel and then Mix and Mingle at Bar Louie starting at 5:00 PM. Then on Saturday, June 21 the 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament begins at 12:30 PM with sign up at 11:45 AM.  Then it’s Carnival at The Pool Party at Staybridge Hotel from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

On the wood, there will be three sessions, Thursday, the Juneteenth party at 9:00 PM, Friday, it’s the Black Out starting at 11:59 PM, and Saturday wear your Inferno shirts to the main event starting at 11:30 PM.  All sessions are at Semoran Skateway.  Music will be provided by Killa B, Arson, Soulnificent, Just Judii and Fanatic. This is a cash only event.

THE UNDERGROUND: 5th Anniversary Skate Jam Weekend
POSTED 5.3.25

DAYTON, OH –  May 30-31, roll down to the UnderGround, the 5th Anniversary Power Book V Edition.  Two nights of skating featuring DJ Dior (OH), DJ Rob (MI), DJ Jay T (OH), DJ Jigg (OH), DJ Swizzy (MD), and DJ Chop (KY).  The weekend kicks off with a Meet N Greet at On the Par Entertainment in Beavercreek followed by skating starting at 10:30 PM.  The Motor City meets Gem City showcase starts at midnight.  Saturday night’s attire is Camo vs. Plaid.  Then Saturday, wake up and go the STL Ballroom workshop starting at 10:30 AM, followed by a basketball tournament at Dayton Sports Complex, a day party at Reserve on Third, followed by the main event kicking off at 11:00 PM.

ICT's River City Rollout
POSTED 4.2.25

WICHITA, KS –  Spizzy and the 316 Crew are hosting the ICT’s River City Rollout, June 5-7, 2025.  The weekend includes skate workshops for various skill levels and 3 nights of skating at Carousel Skating Rink.  The DJ lineup includes a Guest DJ from 316, DJ Jerry and DJ Bounce.  Skaters must be 21 or older to attend.  Get your tickets early and save on door admission.  VIP tickets are also available.

16th Annual Harlem Nights - Roll for Soul Edition
POSTED 3.23.25

INDIANAPOLIS, IN –  The Naptown Real Rollers are inviting skaters from all over to join them for the 16th Annual Harlem Nights, Roll For Soul Edition, July 31 – August 3, 2025.  The weekend will be full of activities including the 502 Crew Workshop, a Meet and Greet at Kulture Bar and Lounge, The Lou (STL) workshop, the Playas all Club Suga Ray, a Yoga and Brunch and 4 skate sessions.  Book your hotel room at the Comfort Inn using the “Naptown Skate” code for a discounted rate.

Skatemasters USA Skate Party
POSTED 3.17.25

KANSAS CITY, MO –  Roll into Father’s Day on skates with a party at Winnwood.  Get ready for one of the best rolls on one of the smoothest wood floors in the country while jammin to one of the best skate Djs, DJ Bam of Chicago and DJ Awdat.  Admission is $20 per person and food will be served at midnight.

12th Annual Red Alert Skate Party
POSTED 3.16.25

RALEIGH, NC –  Twinz Entertainment, Tobe & Kobe are hosting their 12th Annual Red Alert Skate Party at United Skates of America Raleigh, Saturday, May 17, 2025.  Come and roll to the musical entertainment of DJ Tone Capo, DJ Youngsoul, and DJ CJ “The Prince of JB”.  Admission is $20 at the door, skate rental not included.  Skaters must be 18 or older to attend.

4th Annual For the JB's
POSTED 3.14.25

RALEIGH, NC –  September 19-20, 2025, Fufy is bring the JBs to the 4th Annual “For the JB’s at United Skates of America in Raleigh.  Music will be provided by DJ Money Mike and the session will be filmed by Malkie Thomas.  Book your room at the Doubletree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown host hotel.  Skaters must be 18 or older to attend.  This is a “No Rental Skaters” event.

Peachtree87 Skate Jam 4
POSTED 3.10.25

ATLANTA, GA –  Join JayRenard for the Peachtree 87 Skate Jam weekend for three skate events coming to Sparkles Roller Rink, July 18-20, 2025. Bring your best skate game and enjoy your roll at one of ATL’s finest skating rinks.

For the Love of Sk8ing - Volume 6
POSTED 3.9.25

ATLANTA, GA –  One of the biggest skate parties of the year is coming to the ATL, June 12-16, 2025.  Jody and the For the Love of Sk8ing crew invites all skaters to roll for five nights of skating.  Warm up on Thursday at the Trap vs. R&B skate with DJ Yoga, DJ Ham and DJ Tootz.  It’s a Pajama Party but there will be no sleeping at this one.  Friday, Meet and Greet incoming skaters at TGI Fridays at 5:00 PM, followed that night with A Wild Jam Party with DJ Jammin, DJ Alley Al and DJ Wildchild at Golden Glide.  Saturday, start your morning at the Skate Legends Workshop at Golden Glide with Killa B, Reggie Gunn, Rich Humphrey and Sydney Blalock.  A Day Party will be announced soon.  Saturday night, it’s Yung Money Dreams rolling from midnight until 5:00 AM at Cascade with DJ Money Mike, DJ Dream and DJ Yung Stylez.  Sunday, fuel up at Chicago Pizza & Sports Grille at 2:00 PM with DJ Master Toby.  Then head to Sparkles Smyrna at 7:00 PM for a Father’s Day Celebration Toast and skate to DJ Killa B, Mz DJ Tone and DJ Smuurda.   If that is not enough for you, hang out one more day starting at New Orleans Daiquiri Bar from 5:00 PM until it is time to go to the Hang Over Party with DJ Nile from 8:00 PM until Midnight at Skate Towne.

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Roll in Peace

NATIONWIDE – Hello SkateGroovers.  It is not widely known but since 2003, to preserve our history, SkateGroove has been keeping a database of beloved skaters who are no longer rolling with us.  There are many skaters not listed and I would like to ask for your assistance.  If have a loved one, family, friend or someone you rolled with that is not included on this list, please send an email with the skater’s first and last name, skate name/club/organization, date of passing (if known), city and state.  Here is a link to those names already collected. http://skategroove.com/rollinpeace.htm

APRIL
Apr 30 – Myles aka "Chilly-Mac"¸Ohio Legends, Huber Heights, OH

MAY
May 1 - Charlene (Winky) D., Unique Rollers, Delaware, Tri-State Area
May 1 - Darrell "Jokey" M., Vice President, Crowd Cutta Productions, Columbus, OH
May 2 – Andrea “Moneymaker”, Tampa, FL
May 3 - Edward aka "Speedy", Virginia Skater BWO Michigan
May 3 - JuJu, Secret Skate Society (owner), Memphis, TN  
May 4 - Lauren F., Little Rock, AR
May 5 – Frankie W., (Hoover Skater), Dayton, OH
May 9 – Tammi aka "Dark Chocolate”, Cincinnati, OH
May 10 - Sharnell aka "Ms. Charm”, DMV
May 10 - Monique aka "Moe Betta”, Skate Sistas, Lexington, SC
May 11 - Anthony aka "Tee", Rock Town, Hell on Wheels
May 13 – Tom W., Pittsburgh Steel City Rollers, Pittsburgh, PA
May 14 - Joanne F., Minneapolis, MN
May 16 - Dawn H., Jus Sk8, New Jersey
May 17 – Kendra D., Flint, MI
May 17 – Shakiyla S., Decatur¸GA
May 17- DaLisa B., As The Wheels Turn Skate Club, Oakland, CA
May 17 - Jai Bounce, C-Land Freestylers, Cleveland, OH
May 17 – Hotshot, C-Land Freestylers, Cleveland, OH
May 17 - Angel "Code Redd", Skate Sistas, Columbia SC
May 18 - Delores D., NSC Freestyle Rollers
May 19 - Michael M., Skateology, Columbus, OH
May 19 - Miss Cookie, DC/MDC
May 20 - Tanisha D., Master Rollers, DC/MD
May 20 - Stich, Ruff Rollerz, DC/MD
May 21 - Jeanette aka J.L., Indianapolis, IN
May 21 – Milo, NYC BX /Louisville, KY
May 21 – Cynthia aka "Storm", Roll Call, Ontario CANADA
May 23 - Ebony H. VA Skate Connection, Hampton, VA
May 23 – Brandi aka "Fancy", Richmond, VA
May 24 - Marcial Wiggins, aka Mouse, Diamond State Rollers, Wilmington, DE
May 28 - Shawn aka Lo-Key, Skateology, Columbus, OH
May 31 - Marsha C. "Heaven on Wheels", North Jersey
May 31 - Khannie B., The Scenario, Philly, PA
May 31 - Chel aka “SoChic”, Jacksonville, FL

JUNE
Jun 5 - Charles D., NSC Freestyle Rollers
Jun 5 - Kekoa E., Burlington, NJ
Jun 5 – Alisha C., Icy Rock, Waukegan, IL
Jun 6 – Linda T., Kennesaw, GA
Jun 6 – Katrina D., Suitland, MD
Jun 7 - Charles E., Burlington, NJ Skate 22
Jun 8 - Montrell P. “StayFresh” One Wheel Motion Nashville, TN
Jun 8 - Sydnee W., Houston, TX
Jun 9 - Rita RahRah Louise, KC, MO
Jun 12 - Al F. aka "2Smooth", Minneapolis, MN
Jun 14 - Jeron L., The Rock Star, SkateGroove.com, Atlanta, GA
Jun 14 - DeWayne G., JBXperience, Chicago, IL
Jun 15 - Brian M., Columbus, OH
Jun 15 - Hezekiah B., NSC Freestyle Rollers, Sk8 Xpressions (3/4 Muslim)
Jun 15 – Essie D., Atlanta, GA
Jun 16 - Pam B., ATL Skater, Atlanta, GA
Jun 16 – Miss Raw Talent, C-Land Freestyler, Cleveland, OH
Jun 20 - Phyllis J., Atlanta, GA
Jun 21 - Tamecka “Mecka” Y. of Mil-Town Rollers of Milwaukee, WI
Jun 26 - Rickey D. AKA Tip Toe, Houston Texas, SpaceCity Rollers
Jun 28 - Shaquana V., Phase V, Camden, NJ
Jun 28 – DJ Mike Music, Atlanta, GA
Jun 28 - Lavette, Empire Roller Rink, Brooklyn, NY
Jun 29 - Desi, SkateGroove.com, Phoenix, AZ
Jun 29 – Janie C., Virginia

Anniversaries
Jun 3 - Dee and Denise Knowles, Nashville, TN Celebrating 19 years of marriage
Jun 7 – Charles and Kiyomi Edwards, 22 years of marriage
Jun 24 - Phil & Rose Bean, Towson, Dynasty Sk8 Club 31 years of marriage

Do you know a skater who has a birthday, graduation or anniversary in May or June? Show your love by sending e-mail letting SkateGroove know the name, city, state, and birthday/anniversary and we will post it.

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All submissions will be reviewed by the SkateGroove crew prior to posting. SkateGroove reserves the right to accept or reject submissions.