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Breaking the ice: the Mabel Fairbanks story - includes information on three helping organizations for aspiring Black competitive skaters

American Visions,  Dec-Jan, 1997  by Ronald A. Scheurer

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In 1993, Leslie Robinson (president/ producer) and Atoy Wilson (co-founder) formed this company to film community workshops and seminars and to produce touring ice shows. They also focus their attention on the financial support and needs of minority artists and skaters.

Figure Skating in Harlem 216 E. 120th St. New York, NY 10035 (212) 606-4212 scohen 1455@aol.com

Figure Skating in Harlem, a program directed by Sharon Cohen, now in its seventh year of operation, was originally sponsored by the community-based agency Upward Inc. In March 1997, Scott Hamilton participated in the program by giving some tips and a demonstration of various skating skills in Central Park. Upward offers funding to minorities looking to achieve success in sports and art.

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