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IN A FLASH: Flashes on Ice

"If the cold never bothered you anyway," there are lots of fun activities in Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ this winter.

The Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ Skates ice rink in downtown Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ offers free use of the rink and free skate rental. It's open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m - 11 p.m., through February 26.  It's also available for group events. 

The location features food and beverages at a snack bar, the Zamboni Café, and visits from food trucks. Plus, the restaurants and shops of downtown Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ are just steps away.

On January 20, the Flash Activities Board presents the annual WinterBlast at the Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ State Ice Arena from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.  The first 500 attendees will receive a WinterBlast crewneck. The hockey game begins at 6:20 p.m. and the free skate starts at 8:45 p.m. Check out  on Instagram for more information.

Alumni Skate Night at Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ Skates is Jan. 28 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be an a cappella group singing songs of the season rinkside and a hot chocolate bar inside the Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ Hotel and Conference Center Ballroom. 

Purchase event tickets , before Jan. 23 (adults $10, children $5). All proceeds support the Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ State Scholarship Fund. 

Adults and children enjoying the Âé¶¹¶ÌÊÓÆµ Skates ice rink.

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POSTED: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 10:41 AM
Updated: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 09:53 AM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen