Sutton Bank Charitable Fund of Tiffin Community Foundation Rink at Oakley Park opening in late fall
TIFFIN, Ohio – Aug. 22, 2024 – Today, Tiffin Mayor Lee W. Wilkinson announced that the City of Tiffin will be adding an “iceless” skating rink at Oakley Park, set to open to the public Dec. 8, 2024. The grand opening will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. with open skating to follow. This initiative represents a dynamic public/private partnership between the City of Tiffin, the Tiffin Parks and Recreation Department and Operation Hallmark Inc.
“This project is a testament to what we can achieve when we collaborate and pool our resources for the greater good of our community,” Wilkinson said.
Named the Sutton Bank Charitable Fund of Tiffin Community Foundation Rink at Oakley Park, the rink utilizes a state-of-the-art design that allows people to skate using regular commercial ice skates regardless of temperature and without the need for chillers. Residents can bring their own skates or rental skates will be available at the rink. Entrance is $5 a person and the rink will operate on Fridays 4-8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-8 p.m.
The project has been a collaborative effort, spearheaded by Tiffin Parks Director Bryce Kuhn and Christy Wiser, president of Operation Hallmark Inc. Major sponsors include the Sutton Bank Charitable Fund and the White Family Charitable Fund, funds of The Tiffin Community Foundation, Reineke Family Dealerships, Mary Jo & Bob SanGregory, and Clouse Construction.
“We are excited to have this feature at Oakley Park to benefit our whole community,” said Jodie Reinbolt, Executive Director of the Tiffin Community Foundation.
For additional details or information on volunteer opportunities, visit the Tiffin Parks and Recreation website, www.tiffinparks.com. The city encourages community support and volunteer participation to ensure the rink’s success.
To become a sponsor or donate to the project, reach out to Operation Hallmark Inc. via Facebook (www.facebook.com/operationhallmarktiffin) or send a check to Operation Hallmark, 117 Clinton Ave, Tiffin, OH 44883.
