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Figure skating performance Saturday at First Frost

The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink in Lithia Park is open for skaters of all ages and skill levels and will host First Frost from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, featuring live music, figure skating performances and family skating discounts. Ashland.news photo by Bob Palermini
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Family friendly community skate event features discounted rates, DJ Tuffshed

Ashland.news staff report

First Frost, a family friendly community skate event, is set for 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, at the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink, 95 Winburn Way, Ashland.

The evening begins with a Southern Oregon Figure Skating performance from 4 to 4:30 p.m., followed by open skating with music by DJ Tuffshed.

Admission is discounted: $4 for adults (14+), $2 for youth (5–13), and skate rentals are $3.

Ashlanders are encouraged to bring family and friends to enjoy this festive winter celebration on the ice, according to an event announcement from the Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission.

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