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Babb's Roller
Rink Merchandise
20 minutes of interviews with
locals reminiscing about Congamond Lake and Babb’s. Lots of photos
included.
“Reflections on Congamond” DVD $20
Hanes Beefy-T t-shirt,
preshrunk, high quality cotton. Has color photo of Babb’s building
on the back, red BABB’S logo on the front.
Babb’s T-shirt $12
Approximately 2” x 6” wooden
replica. Includes history of this
historical building printed on the back $20
Changes and
Citizens Restoring Congamond (CRC)
In 1977, the Babb’s family donated the
7-acre property to the Town of Suffield. To ensure the property
didn’t further deteriorate, in 2003 CRC signed a lease with the Town
of Suffield to make “minor changes” to bring this historic building
up to code. However, changes now must include sprinklers and exits
for fire protection, new electrical and plumbing, new lighting,
tempered glass, a new roof, new restrooms, new party rooms and snack
bar, new supports underneath, a new septic sys-tem, a new water
line, heating and air con-ditioning, plus doors and ramps to meet
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CRC needs your help to
make this family-fun dream a reality.
I’d Like to Help Restore Babb’s!
Help to restore a family-friendly National Landmark in 6 simple
ways:
- Volunteer any weekend to restore the
roller rink and park
- Donate materials or money, which are
fully tax deductible
- Help write grants
- Assist with fundraising events
- Remember Babb’s in your estate
planning
- Sponsor events and be recognized in a
permanent display on our website and public relations
activities. Contact
CRC.
You Can Help
Restore Babb's Park
Do You Remember When?
Since the 1890’s, Babb’s has
been part of the “fun scene” of our tri-state area, attracting
families from miles around. Babb’s began as a camping, beach and
entertainment destination. By the 1940’s it presented Big Bands like
Tommy Dorsey, Harry James and others. Then as a roller skating rink
in the 1950’s it became “The Cool Place To Be.” Many speak fondly of
meeting their future spouses there.
Restoring Babb’s Benefits You and Your
Community
This historic landmark belongs to the
people of Suffield. Once operating, it benefits you by:
• Providing a safe place for youth sports,
kids and families
• Once reconfigured, the rink building will accommodate indoor
sports, family functions, roller skating, and a host of other
possibilities
• Helping fund the protection and betterment of the Congamond Lakes
• Producing revenue for local businesses by attracting families from
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