POND ISLAND:--- An ice-skating rink under the blazing St. Maarten sun will be one of the main features of TelEm Group's "Wet Park" Family Fun Day in the company's parking lot on Pond Island Saturday.
The "Wet Park" theme is the third year of Family fun day activities offered by TelEm Group, and organizers say this year's event will be the biggest and the best to date.
"All the family favourite characters, such as Mickey, SpongeBob, and Dora will be coming to the event to entertain children along with a host of clowns and magicians," said Family Fun Day coordinator, Angel Richardson.
She said because the water rides and games made such a big splash with previous visitors to the Family Fun Day, organizers have decided to add even more water attractions this time around, including an ice-skating rink on the side of the TelEm Group building, immediately opposite the new government administration building.
"We will be setting up the ice rink the night before so that it will be ready for use on the day of the event, and we think it will be a great hit, especially with the kids," said Angel.
She said since many of the activities involve being in the water, parents and children are advised to bring along suitable clothing and even a change of clothes if necessary since they can expect to get very wet by the end of the day.
The TelEm Group Family Fun day is an annual hit with company personnel and members of the public who turn out in droves to enjoy themselves in a family-based atmosphere with Disney characters and other entertainers present.
There is face-painting, various games, rock-climbing, food and drink – all at reasonable prices.
"We do not anticipate long lines for the various attractions because there will be lots of different activities for everyone," continued Angel.
TELEM Press Release