Hawkins McConnell, 4, gets a little help from mom, Rhonda McConnell, as he learns to maneuver on the surface at Ruston’s artificial ice-skating rink, while older sister Ruth Ann Hyde, 11, practices balance. The rink is located outside the Ruston Sports Complex gymnasium and is open to all ages for holiday fun. Admission is free. Hours are 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 21, and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 27-28.