• From its humble beginnings, the Carnival of Silver Skates has grown to a major event that celebrated its 75^th year this past weekend. The Jubilee performance featured 108 skaters from the community, both young and past skaters.
• The Carnival began in 1938 when the community built the first skating rink, and it was decided to host an event to celebrate the new addition to the community. The first carnival featured figure and stunt skating as well as skating races. The event wrapped up with a hockey game featuring Aberdeen teams. Since the carnival started, Groton has held this event every year, except for the years of World War II.
• The Carnival has grown to a full time production with a volunteer staff that plans for the carnival all year round. The committee is made up of parents and community

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