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The rink is located on the east side of 42nd Street, between the College of Nursing Building and the Sorrell Center.<\/p>\n<p>Skating will begin at 12 p.m. on Jan. 10 and conclude at 12 p.m. on Jan. 11. The event is open to the public &#8212; skaters and non-skaters alike. Skaters will be on the ice continually, but non-skaters are encouraged to come and enjoy the festivities and show their support.<\/p>\n<p>Proceeds go toward: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clinical and basic science Parkinson&#8217;s research at UNMC; and\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/phdomaha.org\/\">The PHD Program<\/a> (Parkinson&#8217;s Health Development), a non-profit, local program that offers affordable exercises and activities to improve the quality of life for persons with Parkinson&#8217;s.<\/ul>\n<p>Cost is $10 which includes skate rental and ice access. 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