I became a regular customer at Sholes in about 1990. Since I always found it sad that the place was always so empty, it didn't take me long to begain scheeming on ways to get more people to go there regularly. I began quizzing Richard Sholes on what type of shows the place used to host. He was very proud of the place (rightfully so) but very protective. I eventually convinced him that you could host a family-oriented event with fun rock bands, and the AS220 Christmas Party at Sholes Hillsgrove Country Club Roller Rink was born.

The 1st AS220 Christmas Party at Shole's was held in 1995 and featured The Royal Crowns and  The Smoking Jackets. Maning the Hammond organ were the house organist Frank, and Keith Munslow. Mayhem was provided by the Big Nazo Puppets, fabulous holiday goodies were served up by Lisa Hendricks and everybody got a pair of skates!

The Royal Crowns

The Smoking Jackets

One of the Nazo's

Nazo Santa

Sonny escourted this guy around, shooting silly string out of his nose.

Joe Auger, sound man and Keith Munslow, keyboardist.

The fabulous Pam Murray, hanging outside the skate room.

More photos from the other Christmas Parties, plus photos and information on Sholes are coming, so check back!