Roller skating is fun for the whole family. It's also good exercise, and it's very affordable when you come to Rohnert Park's Cal Skate, so consider heading on down next time you're looking for a way to spend the afternoon or evening.

Serious skaters can bring their own skates, but the facility also rents skates for children and adults, so even if you've never been skating before, it's easy to start with a trip to Cal Skate. This skating rink is also a popular choice for birthday parties, family reunions, and other celebrations: just make a reservation and the facility will be happy to take care of the cake, pizza, novelty gifts, and more. Keep in mind that many different groups use the skating rink, and the facility’s daily schedule blocks out time for kid-specific skating, open skating, lessons, and derby competitions, so it's important to check the online calendar before you visit.

CC-BY-2.0/Flickr Steve Snodgrass