Get Your Skate On...

If you’re not quite ready (willing, able, or interested) in joining roller derby, but still want to get your skate on, fear not…Traveling Wheelz is ready to get you rolling.

A passion project of Erin WheelerMcKenzie, Traveling Wheelz is a popup skating rink that hosts Open Skate events about twice a month.

The next two are a Valentine-theme night on February 4 and a Mardi Grasthemed skate February 18, at The Mad House, home of Cherry City Roller Derby. There are two sessions at each event: 4 to 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 10 p.m. All ages are welcome, except for the 7:30 p.m. Feb 4 session, which is 18 and older. Cost is $10-$15 per person. Bring your own skates or rent some for $5. Oh and yes, festive attire is encouraged.

It’s a side hustle fueled by passion. “I will never get rich, but I love it,” Erin said. “I want the community to have it.”

For future events, keep an eye on travelingwheelz.com