ASHWAUBENON — The Cornerstone Community Center is preparing to unveil its fourth ice rink, the Donald and Patricia Schneider Family Arena, with a community ribbon‑cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. The new facility adds a 65,000‑square‑foot ice surface and 3,000 spectator seats, expanding the Center’s role as a hub for youth hockey, figure skating and family recreation.
Family‑friendly festivities
Local families can enjoy a morning of celebration that includes food trucks such as Heritage Coffee & Tea and Kickin’ Ash BBQ, live musical performances, and guided tours of the arena. Attendees will also receive a commemorative giveaway marking the grand opening.
Support for youth sports
Youth hockey teams and skating clubs are slated to join the festivities, offering merchandise booths and opportunities for young athletes to meet coaches and peers. St. Norbert College hockey will be on hand to sell tickets for its home opener later that evening, giving fans a first look at the new arena’s capabilities for collegiate competition.
Community impact
The addition of a fourth rink reflects the Center’s commitment to providing safe, affordable recreation for families in Ashwaubenon and the surrounding Green Bay area. With 3,000 seats, the arena can host regional tournaments, school events and community gatherings, creating new economic activity for local vendors and reinforcing the town’s reputation as a family‑oriented destination.
Looking ahead
Center officials anticipate that the expanded ice facilities will attract more youth programs, increase participation in winter sports and generate additional revenue that can be reinvested in facility maintenance and future upgrades. The ribbon‑cutting ceremony offers a tangible reminder that community investment, guided by faith‑based values and a focus on strong families, continues to strengthen Ashwaubenon’s quality of life.
Residents are encouraged to arrive early, enjoy the food trucks, and take part in the celebration of a project that underscores the town’s dedication to providing wholesome, family‑friendly recreation for generations to come.
Original reporting: FOX 11 WLUK Green Bay (local) — read the source article.
