Roller Revival — 02/01/24

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Remember the roller rink? In this week’s cover story we talk to the folks at Remix Roller Skating and Event Center in Manchester about their new approach to this beloved classic activity. And we get tips from an expert on how to pick skates of your own.

Also on the cover Voting begins Thursday, Feb. 1, in our readers poll, Hippo’s Best of 2024. Best pizza! Best ice cream! Best burgers! Other things that don’t have to do with food! Fun questions! Go to hippopress.com to vote now! See page 23 for details.

In this week’s food section we look at a few wine events: LaBelle Winery has some wine and chocolate classes in February (page 20) and Wine on Main in Concord has classes for those who might want to make vino their vocation (page 21).

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