Aurora Recreation Guide Spring 2017

SPRING 2017

C City of Aurora offers specialty summer camps Camps from ages 3-17, all summer long

From athletics, to cooking, to fitness, nature & back by popular demand, Zombie Apocalypse Camp!

For more information on all city of Aurora summer camps, call 303.326.8650 or visit auroragov.org/recreation.

Coming Soon!

MOORHEAD RECREATION CENTER

2390 Havana St. 80010

Moorhead Recreation Center will be opening soon after a complete renovation!

THE RECREATION CENTER FEATURES… Full-Size Gymnasium Teaching Kitchen Covered Outdoor Patio Enclosed Aquatics Area Fitness & Cardio Multi-Purpose Rooms For more information about this exciting project, call 303.739.7167 or visit auroragov.org/recreation.

CONTENTS

WHAT'S INSIDE OUR CENTERS

AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS (ACAA)

Billiards Community Rooms ● Del Mar Aquatic Center ● Drop-in Fitness Classes ● Playground ● Quilting & Crafting ● Wii Games ● Weight & Cardio Machines ● ●

4 | Registration/ Membership 5 | Aquatics

40 | History Museum 41 | Martial Arts 43 | Music

11 | Art

44 | Nature

13 | Camps 14 | Computers & Online 15 | Cooking 22 | Crafts & Hobbies

45 | Pottery 46 | Preschool 48 | Reservoirs & Outdoors

34 | Fitness

49 | Sports 49 Adult Sports 50 Racquet

Sports 53 Youth Sports

37 | Golf

56 | Theatre

38 | Gymnastics

56 | Therapeutics

23 | Dance 25 | Dog Training 26 | Fifty Plus

REGISTER ONLINE

www.auroragov.org/recreation Fast • Easy • Secure • 24/7 Pay by credit card or electronic check

REGISTER BY PHONE

303.326.8650 • 303.326.8652 (Español) Pay by credit card or electronic check

REGISTER IN PERSON Registration Main Office

15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Ste. 1900 Aurora, CO 80012 Or register at your nearest recreation center Pay by cash, check or credit card

BECK RECREATION CENTER

Community Rooms ● Group Exercise ● Gymnasium ● Indoor Pool ● Massage Therapy ● Martial Arts ● Preschool ● Public Computers ● Racquetball Courts ● Springhill Golf Course ● Weight & Cardio Machines ●

EXPO RECREATION CENTER

Aurora Cooks Program Community Rooms ● Crafts & Hobbies ● Dance ● Dog Training ● 18-hole Disc Golf Course ● Martial Arts ● Weight & Cardio Machines ● ●

HOFFMAN CENTER

Youth Community Center Community Rooms ● Crafts & Hobbies ● Game Room ● Video Game Room ● ●

MEADOWOOD RECREATION CENTER Community Rooms Dance ● Fitness ● Gymnastics ● Martial Arts ● Preschool ● ●

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registration | membership CANCELLATION POLICY

● If you must cancel an activity, please notify us 5 business days prior to the start of the program by calling 303.326.8650. ● Credits not used by one year from date of issuance are forfeited & placed in the Scholarship Fund.

Please plan your schedule carefully. We depend on your enrollment for a successful class!

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Some fees are reduced for residents on limited incomes. Call 303.326.8700 for eligibility & application.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

We strive to provide you with high quality recreation programs & take pride in making your experience an enjoyable one. If you sign up for an activity & do not like it after the first meeting, we will give you a refund/credit toward another program.

SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Add a little extra to your

registration payment, so families in Aurora can participate in our programs.

Americans With Disabilities Act

BUY 1 PASS FOR ALL 4 CENTERS! Visit our website for our new center-specific membership for Aurora residents!

AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS BECK RECREATION CENTER EXPO RECREATION CENTER UTAH INDOOR POOL

Drop-in fee or membership includes unlimited use of: Weight training areas, cardiovascular areas, group fitness classes, group aqua fitness classes, swimming pools at Beck Center & Utah Indoor Pool & all other drop-in amenities at these three centers!

Youth (Ages 2-17) Monthly $15 Res. . . . . . . $20 Non-Res. EZ Pay* $12.50 Res. . . . . $15 Non-Res. Annual $125 Res. . . . . . $150 Non-Res. Young Adult (Ages 18-26) Monthly $27 Res. . . . . . . $32 Non-Res. EZ Pay* $23.50 Res. . . . . $27 Non-Res. Annual $250 Res. . . . . . $300 Non-Res. Adult (Ages 27-61) Monthly $32 Res. . . . . . . $33 Non-Res. EZ Pay* $27.50 Res. . . . . $31 Non-Res. Annual $300 Res. . . . . . $380 Non-Res. Senior (Ages 62+) Monthly $21 Res. . . . . . . $23 Non-Res. EZ Pay* $18 Res. . . . . . . $20 Non-Res. Annual $180 Res. . . . . . $225 Non-Res. 2 PERSON HOUSEHOLD ANNUAL PASS (any age, must reside in the same household, payment due up front) Additional family members can join at 50% off the annual pass rate.

2 PERSON HOUSEHOLD MONTHLY EZ PAY* Any age, must reside in the household. Additional family members can join at 50% off the annual pass rate. *EZ Pay allows you to pay your monthly fee by automatic withdrawal. To sign up you will pay a prorated first month & full last month fee up front.

If you require special accommodations for participation in our recreation programs or use of our recreation facilities, please call 303.326.8410.

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aquatics | general information

CITY-WIDE PASSES

( ) = Ratio of Instructor to Number of Students ●

Learn to swim in a progressive manner.

Buy one pass & get unlimited drop-in use of four centers: ● Aurora Center for Active

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Skill levels may be repeated.

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Don’t know which class to take? Call any pool for

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All lessons include water safety skills.

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Proper swimwear required.

Adults (ACAA) Beck Recreation Center ● Expo Recreation Center ● Utah Indoor Pool

We’re making it easier than ever to get active using your Recreation Pass. Our new EZ Pay system allows you to pay automatically each month for your pass if you choose. Visit auroragov. org/aquatics for new lower pool pass pricing.

guidance or stop by for testing during public swim hours.

SWIM LESSON DESCRIPTIONS

Please see web page under swim lessons for more information on each.

PARENT & TOT • Ages 6 months-3 • One child per adult.

Intro to fun & safe swimming. Pull-on swim diapers required if not potty trained.

TADPOLE (1:4) • Age 3 • For toddlers new to water.

GUPPY (1:6) • Ages 3-5 • Water adjustment. Float w/o support for 3 sec.

LIFEGUARD PREP CLASS

Ages 14 & older

Class will work on the pre requisites required to become a lifeguard and learning water skills.

MINNOW (1:6) • Ages 3-5 • Basic swim skills. Front & back crawl arms.

STARFISH (1:6) • Ages 3-5 • Rotary breathing. Combine strokes & kicks.

SEAHORSE (1:7) • Ages 5-13 • Front & back floats. Float w/o support for 5 sec.

SWIM TEAM PREP CLASS

Ages 6-19

Class focuses on starts and turns and some stroke refinement to prepare you for swim team.

Children under 6: must be supervised by a parent or guardian age 12+.

Children ages 23 months & under: free admission with parent or guardian.

Swim diapers required if not potty trained.

STINGRAY (1:7) • Ages 5-13 • Breath control. Front & back crawl w/kick for 15 yds.

DOLPHIN (1:7) • Ages 5-13 • Rotary breathing. Whip kick on back. Tread water. Intro to diving.

SHARK (1:8) • Ages 6-13 • Stroke refinement. Intro to breaststroke.

INTERMEDIATE (1:8) • Ages 6-13 • Endurance. Intro to butterfly.

ADVANCED (1:8) • Ages 6-13 • Endurance. Flip turns & rotary kick.

EXPERT (1:8) • Ages 6-13 • Stroke refinement. Swim 500 yds. Basic lifeguarding.

ADULT & TEEN (1:8) • Ages 13 & older • For all abilities.

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aquatics | beck indoor pool HOURS BEGINNING FEB. 25 OPEN SWIM

M/W M/W T/Th Fri. Sat. Sun.

1:35-3:50 p.m.

7:45-8:50 p.m.

1-3:50 p.m.

1:35-4:50 p.m.

1-5:50 p.m. noon-4:50 p.m.

LAP SWIM

M-Th 5:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

M-Th 7:45-8:50 p.m.

Fri. 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sat. 6-7:50 a.m. &

1-5:50 p.m.

Sun. 8 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

(During some Lap Swim times, lane availability may be limited. Check pool for availability.)

HOT TUB 18 & older M-Th Fri. Sat. Sun.

5:30 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

5:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

6 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

8 a.m.-3 p.m.

13-15 w/adult & 16-17 M/W

T/Th Fri. Sat. Sun.

2-3:50 p.m. & 8-8:50 p.m.

1-3:50 p.m.

2-4:50 p.m.

1-5:50 p.m. noon-3 p.m.

Hot tub closes on Sun. at 3 p.m. for cleaning.

For the safety of our customers, the hot tub may periodically be closed for cleaning.

ADMISSION FEES DAILY DROP-IN

Senior (62+) $3.50 Adult $5.00 Young Adults $3.50 Youth (2-17) $3.00 Military w/ID $3.00 For memberships & passes, visit www.auroragov.org/ beckcenter.

AQUA FITNESS

A challenging aerobic workout in the water! Pre & Post Natal participants welcome. No swimming required.

M-F, 8-9 a.m.

M/W, 5:35-6:35 p.m.

M/W, 6:40-7:40 p.m.

Sat., 7:50-8:50 a.m.

Sun., 8:15-9:15 a.m.

WEEKDAY LESSONS (M/W & T/TH)

Session 1: Feb. 27-Mar. 23 (4 wks.) ● No lessons Mar. 27-30 ● $47 ($36 Resident) 30 min. lessons Session 2: Apr. 3-May 11 (6 wks.) ● $70 ($54 Resident)

SATURDAY LESSONS

Session 1: Mar. 4-25 (4 wks.) ● No lessons Apr. 1 ● $23 ($18 Resident) 30 min. lessons ● $35 ($27 Resident) 45 min. lessons* Session 2: Apr. 8-May 13 (6 wks.) ● $35 ($27 Resident) 30 min. lessons ● $53 ($41 Resident) 45 min. lessons*

PARENT & TOT

T/Th, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

T/Th, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 6-6:30 p.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

TADPOLE

M/W, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

T/Th, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 6-6:30 p.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

GUPPY

M/W, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

T/Th, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

MINNOW

M/W, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

T/Th, 4-4:30 p.m.

T/Th, 6-6:30 p.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

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STARFISH

M/W, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

M/W, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

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Keep your joints healthy & your body in motion. Pool temperature set at 85º.

M-F, 9:05-10:05 a.m.

M/W/F, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

SEAHORSE

M/W, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5:30-6 p.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

STINGRAY

M/W, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m.

T/Th, 6-6:30 p.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

DOLPHIN

M/W, 5-5:30 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m. *Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

SHARK/INTERMEDIATE

M/W, 5-5:30 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m. *Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

ADVANCED/EXPERT

M/W, 5-5:30 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m. *Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 p.m.

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T/TH, 7:35-8:35 p.m.

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Instruction. Upon

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Develop the skills associated with Lifeguarding & Swim completion, become a volunteer Junior Lifeguard or Assistant Swim Instructor. Must be able to swim 25 yds. & comfortable in deep water.

240709 Mar. 27-30 ●

M-Th, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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$47 ($36 Resident)

LIFEGUARD TRAINING Ages 15 & older

Learn the skills necessary

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emergencies. Must be at

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classes thereafter.

least age 15 by the end of the course. You must pass the prerequisites the first day of class and attend all 240712 Apr. 11- May 4 ●

T/Th, 5-9 p.m.

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$95 (Free lifeguard training classes

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ADULT & TEEN INTERMEDIATE

*Sat., 8:45-9:30 a.m.

Ages 11-14

to respond to aquatic

ADULT & TEEN BEGINNER T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m. *Sat., 8-8:45 a.m.

JR. LIFEGUARDING

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available, please call 303.739.1540 for more information.)

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aquatics | utah indoor pool HOURS BEGINNING FEB. 27 LEISURE POOL

M-Th T/Th Fri. Sat. Sun.

10:30 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

7-8:50 p.m.

10:30 a.m.-8:50 p.m. noon-5:50 p.m. noon-4:50 p.m.

LAP SWIM HOURS

M/T/Th/F 5:30-9:30 a.m.

Wed. 5:30-8:30 a.m.

Sat. 6:30-8 a.m.

Sun. 8-9:30 a.m. (limited lanes on certain days)

MAIN POOL

M-F Fri. Sat. Sun.

1-2:50 p.m.

6:30-8:50 p.m. noon-5:50 p.m. noon-4:50 p.m.

LAP SWIM HOURS

M-F M-F M-Th Sat. Sat. Sun. Sun.

5:30-7:30 a.m.

8:45 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

8-8:50 p.m.

6:30-8:30 a.m. noon-5:50 p.m.

8-9:45 a.m. noon-4:50 p.m.

(limited lanes on certain days)

ADMISSION FEES DAILY DROP-IN

Senior (62+) $3.50 Adult $5.00 Young Adults $3.50 Youth (2-17) $3.00 Military w/ID $3.00 For memberships & passes, visit www.auroragov.org/ aquatics.

WEEKDAY LESSONS (M/W & T/TH) Session 1: Feb. 27-Mar. 23 (4 wks.) ●

$47 ($36 Resident) 30 min. lessons

Session 2: Apr. 3-May 11 (6 wks.) ●

$70 ($54 Resident) 30 min. lessons

SATURDAY LESSONS Session 1: Mar. 4-25 (4 wks.) ●

$23 ($18 Resident) 30 min. lessons

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$35 ($27 Resident) 45 min. lessons*

Session 2: Apr. 8-May 14 (6 wks.) ●

$35 ($27 Resident) 30 min. lessons

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$53 ($41 Resident) 45 min. lessons*

PARENT & TOT

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M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

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M/W, 6:30-7 p.m.

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T/Th, 6-6:30 p.m.

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Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m.

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Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

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TADPOLE M/W, 4:30-5 p.m.

M/W, 6-6:30 p.m.

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Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m.

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GUPPY M/W, 10-10:30 a.m.

M/W, 4:30-5 p.m.

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STARFISH

M/W, 10-10:30 a.m.

M/W, 6-6:30 p.m.

M/W, 6:30-7 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5:30-6 p.m.

T/Th, 6:30-7 p.m.

Sat., 8:15-8:45 a.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sun., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

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Semi-Private $47 ($36)*/$70 ($54)** Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

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SEAHORSE

M/W, 5-5:30 p.m.

M/W, 7-7:30 p.m.

T/Th, 5:30-6 p.m.

T/Th, 6:30-7 p.m.

Sat., 9:15-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sun., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sun., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

STINGRAY

M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

M/W, 5:30-6 p.m.

M/W, 7-7:30 p.m.

M/W, 7:30-8 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m.

Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m.

Sat., 9:15-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sat., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sun., 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Sun., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

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AQUA FITNESS AT UTAH POOL AQUA FITNESS

A challenging aerobic workout in the water! Pre & Post Natal participants welcome. No swimming required.

M/W/F, 8-9 a.m.

M/W, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

M/W, 7-8 p.m.

T/Th, 6:30-7:30 a.m.

T/Th, 5-6 p.m.

T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

Sat., 7-8 a.m.

Sat., 10-11 a.m.

Sun., 9-10 a.m.

DEEP WATER AEROBICS

Get fit with this challenging workout. Must know how to swim. ● M/W, 8-9 p.m.

GOLDEN HOUR

Let the magic of the water cushion your joints. No swimming required. ● M/W/F, 9:15-10:15 a.m. ● T/Th, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

MORNING MASTERS

An invigorating workout at the crack of dawn.

■ M/W/F, 5:30-7 a.m.

SILVERSNEAKERS®

Ask about SilverSneakers® at Utah Pool.

Children under 6: must be supervised by a parent or guardian age 12+.

Children ages 23 months & under: free admission with parent or guardian.

Swim diapers required if not potty trained.

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aquatics | utah indoor pool LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Ages 15 & older

Learn the skills necessary to respond to aquatic emergencies! Must attend all classes. Prerequisites: 300 yds. continuous swim using front crawl and breaststroke, surface dive 10-12 ft. to retrieve a 10 lb. object, return to the surface & swim 20 yds. back to starting point, 2 minutes treading water with no hands.

240963 Mar., 27-31 ●

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

240964 M-F, 3-9 p.m. ●

$95

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Pool Parties Pool &Parties Rentals & Rentals

Have your fun get together or birthday party at Utah Pool! Parties, group rentals & private rentals available. ● All pools are available for group rentals. ● Birthday party packages available during public swim.

Call Utah Pool for information on parties 303.739.1535

DOLPHIN

M/W, 4-4:30 p.m.

M/W, 5:30-6 p.m.

M/W, 7-7:30 p.m.

T/Th, 4:30-5 p.m.

T/Th, 5-5:30 p.m.

Sat., 8:15-8:45 a.m.

Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m.

Sat., 9:15-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Sun., 10:15-10:45 a.m. *Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

SHARK

M/W, 5-5:30 p.m.

M/W, 5:30-6 p.m.

M/W, 7-7:30 p.m.

Sat., 9:15-9:45 a.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Sat., 11:15-11:45 a.m. *Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

Sun., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

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INTERMEDIATE

M/W, 5:30-6 p.m.

M/W, 7:30-8 p.m.

Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m. *Sun., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Sun., 10:15-10:45 a.m.

ADVANCED/EXPERT

M/W, 6-6:30 p.m.

M/W, 7:30-8 p.m.

Sat., 10:45-11:15 a.m.

ADVANCED

*Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

EXPERT

*Sun., 9:30-10:15 a.m. *Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

ADULT & TEEN BEGINNER

M/W, 7:30-8 p.m. *Sat., 8-8:45 a.m.

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LIFEGUARD PREP

Sat., 8:45-9:15 a.m. *Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

SWIM TEAM PREP

T/Th, 6:30-7 p.m. *Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

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art | cultural services Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

Supply list online: auroragov.org/arts & scroll down to Visual Arts. Supply list call: 303.344.1776.

YOUTH

ADULT

DRAWING

Ages 14 & older

Ages 7-11

Explore art through drawing while learning about the principles & elements of art. All supplies provided. No class Mar. 27.

239865 Mar. 6-Apr. 10

Mon., 6-8 p.m.

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$65 ($50 Resident)

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Meadowood

Ages 11-16

Learn the basic building blocks of drawing, work on character design & creating dynamic poses with your characters.

241332 Mar. 7-Apr. 4, Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

$65 ($50 Resident)

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Central Library

Ages 11-16

Learn basic perspective & how colors work together & how to set scenes in relation to story lines.

241333 Apr. 18-May 16, Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m. ●

of pastels that are applied without brushes.

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$80 ($60 Resident)

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Meadowood

OIL PAINTING Explore the unique tactile properties of oil painting & basic techniques.

239869 Mar. 11-Apr. 8, Sat., 1-3 p.m. ●

$73 ($56 Resident)

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Bicentennial Art Center

PORTRAIT DRAWING & SKETCHING Learn the fundamental rules of strong

DRAW COMICS & ANIME STYLE 2

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to paint using the intense & vibrant colors

239870 Mar. 9-Apr. 20, Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DRAW COMICS & ANIME STYLE

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Artist Shela Reilley will help you learn how

No class Mar. 30.

239866 Apr. 24-May 22 ●

PASTEL PAINTING

$65 ($50 Resident) Central Library

DRAW YOUR OWN ACTION HERO WORKSHOP

Ages 12-15

Learn the step-by-step process of designing a hero character and a villain to

light & shadow, the planes of the face & specific features of the face. All while using techniques ranging from formal classical realism to impressionistic to wild-eyed scribble.

239873 Mar. 9-Apr. 13, Thu., 6-8 p.m. ●

$75 ($58 Resident)

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ACAA

DRAWING IN PENCIL & PASTEL PENCIL Explore the elements of drawing with pencil, colored pencil & pastel pencil with artist Paul Birchak.

make a one full page comic.

239868 Apr. 25-May 30, Tue., 6-8:30 p.m.

240473 May 6-20, Sat., 1-3 p.m.

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$90 ($70 Resident)

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Meadowood

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$69 ($53 Resident)

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Bicentennial Art Center

POLYMER CLAY

SKETCHING & WATERCOLOR

Polymer clay is a colorful, sculptable plastic

Ages 7-10

clay used to make jewelry & decorative

Sketch your design then use watercolor

pieces.

paints to finish your project. All supplies

239871 Mar. 1-Apr. 5

provided.

239872 Apr. 19-May 24

239876 Apr. 27-May 25, Thu., 6-8 p.m.

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Wed., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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$64 ($50 Resident)

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$70 ($54 Resident)

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art | cultural services PRECIOUS METAL CLAY IN A DAY

Precious metal clay lets you make fine silver jewelry without traditional metalsmithing tools. Supplies purchased before class. Supply costs $65 & up.

239874 May 20, Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

$59 ($46 Resident) ● Central Library ●

PHOTOGRAPHY Learn Your Camera This class will cover basic camera operations, explore program mode, exposure compensation & advanced features.

241649 Mar. 9-30, Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

IMPRESSIONISM

This class opens the door to discovering the techniques of the great impressionists.

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$62 ($48 Resident)

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Central Library

241875 Apr. 20-May 25, Thu., 6-8 p.m.

Long Exposure

$75 ($58 Resident) ● ACAA

Learn to paint with light in photographs,

WATERCOLOR & BEYOND

special effects achieved through long-

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Artist Paul Birchak will show you how to use watercolors, pastels, colored pencils & acrylics to push the boundary of your art & create dynamic paintings that pack a punch.

239878 Mar. 7-Apr. 11, Tue., 6-8:30 p.m. ● $75 ($58 Resident) ● Meadowood

WHIMSICAL CREATURES & LANDSCAPES

photograph lights in motion & learn other exposure.

241656 Apr. 13, Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m. ●

$23 ($18 Resident)

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Central Library

Photobooks Organize your photos in a meaningful way, put together photo books that not only serve as memorabilia but also tell a story.

Sherise Talbott will take you through exercises to create your own phantasmagoria of whimsical creatures & landscapes.

240467 Apr. 24-May 22, Mon., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ● $90 ($70 Resident) ● Bicentennial Art Center

241662 Apr. 27-May 4, Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING

Portraiture

Complete an oil painting in this fun, paintalong class with Certified Ross Instructor Bob Heid.

Hightide 239861 Mar. 11 Evergreen Sunset 239862 Apr. 15

Learn to use online book software to bring your ideas to life. ●

$43 ($33 Resident)

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Central Library

Learn the small details that can make a huge difference when photographing people.

241657 Apr. 20, Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m. ●

$23 ($18 Resident)

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Central Library

Mountain Hideaway 239863 May 6 ● Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ● $80 ($63 Resident) ● Meadowood

Aurora Artists’ Guild 2nd Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Garden Plaza at 14221 E. Evans Visit auroraartistsguild.com for details.

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camps | activities for kids & youth SPRING BREAK CAMPS Gymnastics

SUMMER CAMP PREVIEW

Ages 5-15

Learn to survive in the outdoors by building shelters, tracking wildlife, learning archery, fire building, knot tying as well as many other vital survival skills; all in effort to defend yourself in a final zombie apocalypse!

240475 June 5-9 240476 June 12-16 240477 June 19-23 240478 June 26-30 240479 July 10-14 240480 July 17-21 240481 July 24-28 ● Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ● $229 ($209 Resident) ● Meadowood

SPRING BREAK CHEER CAMP

A 5-day camp full of learning the basic stunts & tumbling skills, as well as cheer motions, sideline cheers & a dance.

Students are required to bring a lunch & wear proper attire (Cheer shoes, t-shirt, shorts, & hair tied back). The final day is a performance, from 2-4 p.m. ● Mar. 27-31 ● Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. ● $320 ($300 Resident)

Martial Arts

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS CAMP

Ages 6-12

Learn awareness skills & physical maneuvers to get away from dangerous strangers.

241224 Mar. 27-30 ● Noon-1:30 p.m. ● $42 ($35 Resident) ● Meadowood

Nature

SPRING BREAK NATURE FUN

Ages 6-12

Join us for one, two or all three days of nature exploration at Star K Ranch. Bring snacks, a water bottle & dress to be outdoors. Registration required.

241813 Mar. 29 241814 Mar. 30 241815 Mar. 31 ● Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon ● $10 ● Morrison Nature Center

Tennis

SPRING BREAK TENNIS CAMP

Players will learn the game of tennis through different play stations each day to include Tennis Four Square, Agility Course, HopScotch & Modified Match Play. Please bring racquet, tennis shoes & water bottle Ages 6-10 240152 Mar. 27-31 Ages 11-14 240151 Mar. 27-31 ● M-F, 9 a.m.-noon ● $125 ($100 Resident)

Youth Sports

SPRING BREAK SOCCER CAMP

Ages 5-14

$103 ($93 Resident) A great camp for soccer enthusiasts to improve their skills, work hard, make new friends & have fun! Beneficial for beginners as well as advanced players. Competitions & small side tactical games reinforce fundamentals. Fee includes t-shirt.

239830 Mar. 27-30 ● Mon.-Thu., 9-11:30 a.m. ● Horizon M.S. ●

ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE CAMP

Ages 8-12

YOUTH ADVENTURE CAMP

Ages 11-14

Get outside, explore Colorado & participate in some serious fun! Sign up for one of our adventure day camps & travel to different recreation centers, swim outdoors, hike in nature & travel to some of the coolest places in Colorado. Lunch & light snacks are provided at camp.

Jedi Academy 240642 June 5-9 Heroes & Villains 240643 June 12-16 H2GO

240644 June 19-23

Jurassic World 240645 June 26-30 ColoRADo Adventures 240646 July 10-14 Ultimate Survivor 240647 July 17-21 Camp Out* 240648 July 24-27 ● Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ● $289 ($269 Resident) ● Beck ● *Mon.-Thu. camp only.

History Museum HISTORY CAMP

Ages 8-12

241660 July 24-28 ● ●

Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon $110 ($90 Resident)

Full summer camp guide will be mailed on April 10.

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computers | online ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES Ages 15 & older

Classes held at the Aurora Center for Active Adults

COMPUTER BASICS FOR NEW USERS

Basic computer skills designed for the novice. Learn terminology & to navigate Windows 10 desktop, internet, MS Word & more!

241513 Mar. 4-18, Sat., 9-11 a.m.

241514 Mar. 15-29, Wed., 1-3 p.m.

241515 Apr. 4-18, Tue., 6-8 p.m.

241631 May 5-19, Fri., 1-3 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

INTRO TO WINDOWS 10

Take the mystery out of Windows 10. Learn the basics from startup/shut down, screen navigation, menus, adding/using apps & programs.

241517 Mar. 9, Thu., 6-8 p.m.

241518 Mar. 21, Tue., 9-11 a.m.

241519 Apr. 7, Fri., 1-3 p.m.

241520 May 8, Mon., 6-8 p.m. ● $17 ($13 Resident)

MICROSOFT WORD 1

Create & edit documents. Learn how to use different fonts, cut, copy & paste, format, save files, print. Prereq: Familiar with mouse & keyboard.

241536 Mar. 9-23, Thu., 1-3 p.m.

241537 Mar. 25-Apr. 8, Sat., 9-11 a.m.

241538 May 2-16, Tue., 6-8 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

MICROSOFT WORD 2

Take Word 1 a step further & learn bullets, tabs, page breaks, borders, symbols, headers & footers, & more. Prereq: Word 1 or knowledge of basic Word functions.

241539 Apr. 20-May 11, Thu., 1-3 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

MICROSOFT EXCEL

Course covers formatting & editing, columns, rows, cells, worksheets, simple formulas & more.

241534 Apr. 22-May 6, Sat., 9-11 a.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

INTERNET EXPLORATION BASICS

Learn various web browsers, search engines, file download, security filters, email & more.

241526 Apr. 18-May 2, Tue., 1-3 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

EMAIL

Get acquainted with your online email account: compose emails, use attachments, send, reply, forward & more.

Prereq: internet familiarity.

241525 Apr. 21, Fri., 1-3 p.m. ● $17 ($13 Resident)

ADVANCED EMAIL

Further your mastery of email. Review basics, inbox & archive, address book, attach pictures, etiquette, security features, SPAM/junk filters & more.

241524 Apr. 28, Fri., 1-3 p.m. ● $17 ($13 Resident)

SOCIAL INTERNET FACEBOOK 101

Connect! Learn how to make a Facebook profile, security factors & more.

241528 Mar. 1-15, Wed., 6-8 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

FACEBOOK FOR SMALL BUSINESS

Make Facebook a useful business tool.

Prereq: Facebook 101 or familiarity of established with a current personal FB profile. Have login & password for personal account.

241523 May 4-11, Thu., 6-8 p.m. ● $34 ($26 Resident)

WEBSITE DESIGN

Learn how to set up a simple website through online programs. Website hosting, picture websites, blog sites & more.

241531 Mar. 29-Apr. 12, Wed., 6-8 p.m. ● $49 ($38 Resident)

LOGO DESIGN

Design logos, create business cards, letterhead, graphics & more. Bring a USB to save your creations.

241532 Apr. 13-20, Thu., 6-8 p.m. ● $34 ($26 Resident)

DIGITAL CAMERAS

Learn how to utilize all the functions of your digital camera, taking better pictures, downloading photos, files & folders, scanning & more.

241530 Apr. 19-May 10, Wed., 1-3 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER LEARNING Customize your computer learning experience. The ACAA offers one-on-one computer training in a variety of topics.

By appointment. Please call for more information at 303.739.7950.

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cooking | aurora cooks All cooking classes held at Expo unless noted.

PARENT/FAMILY Ages 6-16 with parent ●

PARENT/TOT Ages 3-6 with parent ●

$38 ($29 Resident) unless noted.

FINGER FOODS

Menu: Raspberry Coconut Breakfast Balls, Sweet Potato Tots, Mini Mac ‘n Cheese Bites & Veggie Biscuits.

240625 Mar. 4, Sat., 1-2:30 p.m. ● Candace Pyun

LUCKY LEPRECHAUN

Menu: Cucumber & Melon Salad with Mint, Avocado Fries, Leprechaun Fritters & Lucky Green Muffins.

241843 Mar. 12, Sun., 2-3:30 p.m. ● Meadowood ● William Nelson 241844 Mar. 16, Thu., 5-6:30 p.m. ● Candace Pyun

SPRING PICNIC

Menu: Ladybug Sandwiches, Butterfly Crackers, Caterpillar Tater Tots & Worms & Dirt.

240623 Mar. 25, Sat., 2:30-4 p.m. ● Karon Sorensen

VERY BUNNY TREATS

Menu: Bunny Racers, Peep Fruit Kabobs, Bunny Ham Biscuits & Bunny Tails.

240624 Apr. 1, Sat., 10-11:30 a.m. ● Karon Sorensen

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS

Menu: Lemon Poppy Seed Daisy Fruit Cups, Blueberry Rain Clouds & Peanut Butter Apple Umbrellas.

240626 Apr. 6, Thu., 5-6:30 p.m. ● Meadowood ● Vasiliki Vassos

EASTER TREATS

Menu: Deviled Chicks, Bunny Bread, Bird Nests & Rice Krispie Eggs.

240620 Apr. 13, Thu., 3-4:30 p.m. ● Karon Sorensen

MOTHER’S DAY TEA

Menu: Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches, Veggie Pots, Cucumber Flower Cutouts, Berry Trifle & Iced Herbal Tea. 240621 May 11, Thu., 3-4:30 p.m. ● Karon Sorensen 240622 May 14, Sun., 2:30-4 p.m. ● Meadowood ● Megan Lloyd

$57 ($44 Resident) unless noted

EAT LIKE A GREEK

Menu: Spring Greek Salad with Feta & Olives, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Keftethes (Greek Meatballs), Spanakopita (Phyllo, Spinach Pie) & Authentic Baklava.

240613 Mar. 24, Fri., 6-8:30 p.m. ●

Vasiliki Vassos

SUPERHERO FOODS

Menu: Walnut Avocado Pesto with Homemade Crackers, Fish & Black Bean Tacos with Feta & Cabbage Slaw, finished with a Power Smoothie.

240617 Apr. 15, Sat., 1:30-4 p.m. ●

James Lesley

SPRING BRUNCH

Menu: Eggs in Toast, Mini Berry Ricotta Pancakes, Fruit Salad with Orange Dressing, Cranberry Swirl Coffee Cake & Sparkling OJ. 240616 Apr. 22, Sat., 9-11:30 a.m. ●

Megan Lloyd

FROM THE FARM

Menu: Spinach Salad with Dried Cherries & Almonds, Farm Fresh Quiche, Spring Minestrone & Lemon Yogurt Mousse with Berries.

240615 Apr. 23, Sun., 1-3:30 p.m. ●

Vasiliki Vassos

MEXICAN FIESTA

Menu: Spicy Queso, Green Chili Enchiladas, Carne Asada Street Tacos & Agua Fresca.

241877 May 5, Fri., 6-8:30 p.m. ●

Jessica Schultes

CHINESE FAVORITES

Menu: Egg Drop Soup, Wontons, Sweet & Sour Chicken with Fried Rice & Chinese Egg Custard.

241840 May 12, Fri., 6-8:30 p.m. ●

Ning Ning Ledvina

CUPCAKE TEA Menu: Tea Sandwiches, Mixed Berry Yogurt Parfait, Lemon Meringue Cupcakes, Raspberry Teacakes & Orange Spiced Tea. 240614 May 13, Sat., 1:30-4 p.m. ●

James Lesley

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cooking | aurora cooks MOTHER’S DAY ZUMBA

Dance first to build up an appetite & then enjoy refreshing sparkling juice, finger sandwiches, cheese fondue & bite-sized dessert. Solo adults are welcome to attend too! This is a fitness class with already prepared drinks & appetizers! Children ages 17 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

241839 May 19, Fri., 6-8 p.m. ● $18 ages 18 & older ● $12 ages 6-17 ● Wanda Serino-Washington

FUEL YOUR BRAIN

Healthy is delicious! Learn how to introduce & incorporate nutrient-dense foods into your children's diets. Menu: Kale & Apple Salad, Spicy Bean & Avocado Salsa with Whole Grain Tortilla Chips, Sweet Potato Muffins, Fruit & Nut Frozen Yogurt Bars.

241838 May 20, Sat., 1-3:30 p.m. ● Megan Lloyd

KIDS

Ages 6-9 ●

$40 ($31 Resident) unless noted

SLICED & DICED: NOODLE BOWLS

Ignite your passion for cooking with basic knife skills, how to balance flavors, stir-fry cooking techniques & the use of various noodles mixed with some friendly competition. Teams of students will each prepare one-of-a-kind noodle dishes to be judged & shared in class.

240602 Mar. 4, 9-11:30 a.m. ● $44 ($34 Resident) ● Megan Lloyd

AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS

Healthy & quick after school snacks that won't ruin dinner. Menu: Yogurt Bark, Apple Chip Nachos, Veggie Wraps & Quinoa Bites.

240601 Mar. 15, Wed., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ● William Nelson

LITTLE ITALY

Menu: Garlic Lemony Green Beans, Arancini (Rice Balls with Mozzarella) Baked Chicken Parmesan & Brutti ma Buoni Cookies.

240603 Mar. 30, Thu., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ● Vasiliki Vassos

EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Menu: Spaghetti Nests, Bunny Bait, Peep Houses & Easter Basket Cookies.

240604 Apr. 8, Sat., 9:30-11:30 a.m. ● Karon Sorensen

ALL-AMERICAN DINER

Menu: Oven Chips, Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon, Mini Cheeseburgers & Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting.

241868 Apr. 25, Tue., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ●

William Nelson

BREAKFAST ON THE GO

Menu: Cereal Bars, Breakfast Burritos, Parfait Pops, Baked Oatmeal.

240600 Apr. 29, Sat., 9-11 a.m. ●

Candace Pyun

MEXICAN DELIGHTS

Menu: Fresh Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Beef or Veggie Tacos & Baked Cinnamon Churros.

240607 May 7, Sun., 1-3 p.m. ●

Vasiliki Vassos

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

Enjoy a special Mother's Day brunch prepared by your child! Moms return at 11 a.m. to dine. Menu: Dutch Baby with Fresh Strawberries, Orange Blossom Fruit Salad, Asparagus Goat Cheese Quiche, Chocolate Truffles & Rhubarb Spritzers.

240606 May 13, Sat., 9-11:30 a.m. ●

Vasiliki Vassos

GRIDDLED CAKES

Menu: Blackberry Pancakes, Spring Potato Cakes, Buckwheat Corn Oat Cakes & Citrus Cakes.

240605 May 20, Sat., 9:30-11:30 a.m. ●

Megan Lloyd

PRETEEN Ages 10-12 ●

$40 ($31 Resident) unless noted

AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS

Tasty, healthy & quick after school snacks that won't ruin dinner. Menu: Yogurt Bark, Apple Chip Nachos, Veggie Wraps & Quinoa Bites.

241829 Mar. 14, Tue., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ●

Megan Lloyd

LITTLE ITALY

Menu: Garlic Lemony Green Beans, Arancini (Rice Balls with Mozzarella) Baked Chicken Parmesan & Brutti ma Buoni Cookies.

241830 Mar. 29, Wed., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ●

Vasiliki Vassos

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cooking | aurora cooks EASTER EGG FUN

Menu: Egg Salad Finger Sandwiches, Deviled Egg Chicks, Easter Cupcakes & Real Strawberry Lemonade.

241831 Apr. 8, Sat., 1-3 p.m. ● Megan Lloyd

ALL-AMERICAN DINER

Menu: Oven Chips, Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon, Mini Cheeseburgers & Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting.

241833 Apr. 24, Mon., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ● Jessica Schultes

MEXICAN DELIGHTS

Menu: Fresh Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Beef or Veggie Tacos with Cilantro Lime Coleslaw & Baked Cinnamon Churros.

241832 May 3, Wed., 5:30-7:30 p.m. ● Vasiliki Vassos

SLICED & DICED: NOODLE BOWLS

Ignite your passion for cooking with basic knife skills, how to balance flavors, stir-fry cooking techniques & the use of various noodles mixed with some friendly competition. Teams of students will each prepare one-of-a-kind noodle dishes to be judged & shared in class.

241828 May 6, Sat., 2:30-5 p.m. ● $44 ($34 Resident) ● Jessica Schultes

GRIDDLED CAKES

Menu: Blackberry Pancakes, Spring Potato Cakes, Buckwheat Corn Oat Cakes & Citrus Cakes.

241834 May 27, Sat., 9:30-11:30 a.m. ● William Nelson

SLICED & DICED: NOODLE BOWLS Ignite your passion for cooking with basic knife skills, how to balance flavors, stir-fry cooking techniques & the use of various noodles mixed with some friendly competition. Teams of students will each prepare one-of-a-kind noodle dishes to be judged & shared in class.

241845 Mar. 8, Wed., 6-8:30 p.m. ●

Jessica Schultes

LITTLE ITALY Menu: Garlic Lemony Green Beans, Arancini (Rice Balls with Mozzarella) Baked Chicken Parmesan & Brutti ma Buoni Cookies.

241846 Mar. 20, Mon., 6-8:30 p.m. ●

Megan Lloyd

CUPCAKE CHALLENGE Improve your baking techniques while making 3 types of cupcakes & 3 icings.

Menu of cupcakes: German Chocolate, Yellow Butter & Spiced Carrot. Menu of Icings: Cream Cheese Icing, Swiss Meringue Butter Cream & Chocolate Ganache.

240635 Apr. 2, Sun., 1-4 p.m. ●

$53 ($41 Resident)

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James Lesley

FIT COOKING ON A BUDGET Menu: Baked Sweet Potato Fries, Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Vegetarian Green Chile Soup & Curried Chicken Stir-Fry.

MASTER BBQ

Menu: Homemade BBQ Sauce on Mini Steaks, Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sliders, Grilled Veggies on Greens with Cilantro Lime Dressing & Grilled Fruit Dessert.

241835 May 28, Sun., 1-3 p.m. ● Jessica Schultes

240633 Apr. 20, Thu., 5:30-8 p.m.

TEEN

Meringue Pie.

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Candace Pyun

ALL-AMERICAN DINER Menu: Onion Rings, Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon, Butter Burger Sliders & Lemon

Ages 12-16

241847 Apr. 30, Sun., 2-4:30 p.m.

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$49 ($38 Resident) unless noted.

WEEKNIGHT DINNERS & SAUCES

Prepare the five basic sauces to make simple & delicious week night dinners.

Menu: Herb Pesto & Homemade Pappardelle, Teriyaki Mango Kabobs over Vegetable Stir-Fry, Bar-B-Que Chicken Flat Breads & Turkey Meatball Hoagies.

240634 Mar. 4, Sat., 4-6:30 p.m. ● James Lesley

Jessica Schultes

MASTER BBQ Menu: Homemade BBQ Sauce on Mini Steaks, Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sliders, Grilled Veggies on Greens with Cilantro Lime Dressing & Grilled Fruit Dessert.

241848 May 30, Tue., 5:30-8 p.m. ●

James Lesley

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cooking | aurora cooks ADULTS Ages 15 & older ●

$64 ($49 Resident) unless noted.

Scratch Baking Basics

Perfect your baking skills with this fun 4-part series full of tips & techniques.

Attend one, two or all four classes. ● Series $196 ($176 Resident) ● One class $68 ($52 Resident)

SCRATCH BAKING BASICS 4 CLASS SERIES 241761 Mar. 5-May 27 ●

Day & times vary, check each class.

Cookies Menu: Raspberry Linzer Cookies (Linzer Dough), Candied Nuts, Salted Caramel Chews (Stages of Caramel), Chocolate Hazelnut Meringues (Baked Meringue), Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies (Drop Cookies) & Blueberry Bars.

241764 Mar. 5, Sun., 1-4:30 p.m. ● Jessica Schultes Cakes & Fillings Build your baking skills & learn techniques of baking, filling & icing cakes. Menu: Pistachio Cake with Spiced Clementines and Swiss Buttercream, Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Toasted Meringue, German Chocolate Cake & Flourless Coconut Cake.

241762 Apr. 1, Sat., 1-4:30 p.m. ● Jessica Schultes Pies & Tarts Learn the basics behind these pastries; pâte sablée, puff pastry, classic pie dough & pâte sucrée. Menu: Strawberry Rhubarb Tart (Pate Sucrée), Spring Vegetable & Ricotta Tart (Pâte Sablée), Meyer Lemon Meringue Pie (Classic Pie Dough), Caramelized Onion, Fig & Goat Cheese Galette (Puff Pastry).

241763 Apr. 22, Sat., 1-4:30 p.m. ● Megan Lloyd Breads Understand the differences between yeast leavened breads & quick breads. Gain techniques for mastering both. Menu: Roasted Garlic Focaccia, Herb Pesto, Basic Dinner Rolls, Irish Brown Bread, Brioche Sticky Buns & Carrot Bread with Ginger Butter.

241765 May 27, Sat., 1-4:30 p.m. ● James Lesley

CORE TECHNIQUES

Core classes focus on techniques that make you a more confident & competent cook.

3-class series 240575 Mar. 11-25

Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Series $215 ($196 Resident) ● One class $90 ($70 Resident) ● Gigia Kolouch ● ●

Knife Skills Learn basic skills including proper knife handling & knife cuts (dice, slice, chop, chiffonade, julienne). Use the cut vegetables to create simple soups, sauces and salads.

240577 Mar. 11

Stocks & Sauces Build flavor by using homemade stocks including: chicken, beef & vegetarian.

Use the stocks to create simple sauces including: béchamel, Madeira & mayonnaise. Create endless variations once you master the basics.

240578 Mar. 18

Cooking Techniques Discover how to achieve optimum flavors & textures using the techniques professionals use to bring food to its fullest potential. Practice searing, roasting, braising, sautéing, poaching & deglazing.

240576 Mar. 25

MEXICAN COOKING I

One of the most thorough introductions to Mexican cooking you'll find, featuring Charlotte's authentic family recipes.

Menu: Homemade Tortillas, Quesadillas, Sopapillas, Burritos, Green Chile Pork, Guacamole, Refried Beans & Roasting Chiles.

240610 Mar. 2, Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

Charlotte Saenz

SAUSAGE MAKING WORKSHOP

Find out how easy it is to make your own healthier, additive-free, sausage, links & patties. Menu: Italian, Bratwurst & Breakfast.

240628 Mar. 11, Sat., 2:30-5:30 p.m. ● ●

$70 ($54 Resident) Ned Gilardino

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cooking | aurora cooks FRENCH MACARONS

PROBIOTIC SUPER FOODS

Dream of making beautiful French

Learn how to make your own sauerkraut &

macarons? Flavors to be determined &

other fermented foods. Raw, unpasteurized

may include: lemon, raspberry, caramel,

sauerkraut is delicious & has many health

chocolate ganache, mocha & lavender.

benefits for your digestive system &

240588 Mar. 19, Sun., 1-4 p.m.

helps with accessibility of nutrients &

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James Lesley

COOKING BASICS: GRAINS

enzymes for your body. Sample the already fermented foods you will make in class & taste kombucha too! Menu: Colorado

Menu: Lemon Mint Freekeh Salad, Barley

Kraut, Fermented Spring Relish, Fermented

Basil Risotto with Asparagus & Corn, Wild

Beans & Carrots.

Rice Pilaf, Couscous, Polenta with Roasted

240627 Apr. 9, Sun., 1-4 p.m.

Red Pepper Sauce, Whole Grain Muffins

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with Freshly Ground Flours & Popped

Afsi Felsher

BUTCHERY 101: WHOLE FISH

Quinoa Snack.

Learn how to fillet a whole fish as well as

240586 Mar. 21, Tue., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

preparation methods including smoking &

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serving raw (crudo), pan searing & various

Jessica Schultes

ways to utilize trim. Menu: Smoked Salmon

LITTLE ITALY Menu: Insalata di Rinforzo (Traditional

Blini, Pan Seared Corvina with Tomato Fennel Ragout, Blackened Fish Tacos,

Italian Salad), Arancini (Rice Balls with

Mango Jicama Slaw, Colorado Striped

Smoked Mozzarella) Baked Chicken

Bass Crudo with Avocado, Blood Orange &

Parmesan, Pesce all’ Acqua Pazza (Fish

Coconut Crudo.

with Cherry Tomatoes) & Homemade

240572 Apr. 13, Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Cannoli with Pistachios & Chocolate.

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241849 Mar. 22, Wed., 6-9 p.m.

GARDEN BRUNCH

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Menu: Raspberry Pound Cake Bruschetta,

James Lesley

JUST A DASH OF SALT Maximize the flavor of simple ingredients without all the added salt. Menu: Asparagus, Goat Cheese & Lemon Salad, Leek with Broccoli & Goat Cheese Frittata, Roasted Spring Vegetable Brown Rice Pilaf, Pork Tenderloin with Salt-Free Spice Rub Trio & St. Clement’s Frozen Yogurt.

240608 Apr. 5, Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

James Lesley

Learn techniques to make perfect eggs for any meal of the day. Menu: Salade Niçoise (Steamed & Boiled), Perfect Scrambled Eggs with Herbs, Fried Egg, Omelet with Salsa Roja, Poached Egg with Pesto on Toast, Almond Meringue Custards & Chocolate Soufflé.

Monsieur with Chorizo Hash & Ginger Rhubarb Spritzer.

240595 Apr. 15, Sat., 9 a.m.-noon ●

James Lesley

MEXICAN COOKING II Menu: Homemade Tortilla Chips, Chile con Queso, Cheese Enchiladas, Tostadas, Pico de Gallo, Green & Red Chile Salsas, Mexican Wedding Cookies & Drying Chiles. ●

Charlotte Saenz

WEEKNIGHT COOKING Menu: Quick Garlic Artichoke Dip with Root Vegetables, Rustic Romaine Salad with Creamy Italian Vinaigrette, Cauliflower “Risotto” with Pancetta & Peas, Baked Italian Meatballs with Quick Marinara & Dark Chocolate Bark with Cranberry & Coconut. Menu is gluten free.

240629 Apr. 8, Sat., 4:30-7:30 p.m.

James Lesley

Asparagus & Ricotta Frittata, Croque

240611 Apr. 18, Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

COOKING BASICS: EGGS EVERY WAY

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Jessica Schultes

241852 Apr. 26, Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

Maria Anderson

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cooking | aurora cooks ASIAN MARKET & COOKING CLASS Join our Chinese cooking instructor, Ning Ning, on a tour of the Pacific Ocean Marketplace, where you will learn about many Asian foods & how to prepare them.

Meet at the marketplace & end with a cooking class at Aurora Cooks Cooking School.

240570 May 6, Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ●

$68 ($53 Resident)

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Ning Ning Ledvina

TAMALES Learn traditional rolling methods with a variety of fillings. Menu: Green Chile Chicken, Red Chile Pork, Black Bean & Corn, Dessert Tamales.

240631 May 8, Mon., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

Charlotte Saenz

BUTCHERY 101: WHOLE CHICKEN Come learn how to break down a whole chicken & utilize all the cuts & bones in wonderful dishes! Engage in a discussion of the benefits of becoming "your own butcher." Menu: Chicken Stock, Spicy Chicken Sausage & Spaghetti Squash, Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Smoked Chipotle Chicken Chili & Homemade Tortillas.

240571 May 9, Tue., 6-9 p.m. ●

Jessica Schultes

ROCK THE WOK Menu: Hot & Sour Soup, Kung Pao Chicken, Shrimp & Vegetable Lo Mein & Fried Rice.

241878 May 17, Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

Ning Ning Ledvina

DINING WITH DIABETES Understand healthy carbohydrate choices that help keep you fueled for even your busiest days. Menu: Whole Wheat Bread with Rhubarb Vanilla Jam, Broccoli & Red Pepper Hummus with Vegetable Dippers, Spring Edamame Bean Soup, Lemon Chicken & Asparagus, finished with Strawberry Frozen Yogurt.

241782 May 21, Sun., 3-6 p.m. ●

James Lesley

COOKING BASICS: SALADS & VINAIGRETTES

Unleash amazing flavors with exciting, hearty salad ingredients & tips for proportions to make unique homemade dressings. Menu: Quinoa Beet Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Chipotle Jicama Slaw with Avocado Dressing, Corn & Chorizo Hash with Harissa Vinaigrette, Grilled Salmon & Spinach Salad with Miso Vinaigrette & Charred Onion Panzanella with Roasted Vegetables.

240630 May 24, Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. ●

Megan Lloyd

COUPLES COOK Ages 21 & older ● ●

$65 ($55 Resident) per person ID checked prior to class participation.

CHOCOLATE FOR DINNER & WINE

Menu: Citrus Cocoa Nib Salad, Pork Medallions with Brandied Cherry-Chocolate Sauce, Smoky Portobello Enchiladas, Babyback Ribs with Espresso Chocolate BBQ Sauce & Bittersweet Chocolate Soufflé. Wines paired with meal.

240581 Mar. 3, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ●

Nancy Schacht

ST. PATRICK’S DAY WITH BEER

Menu: Colcannon, Corned Beef Potato Bites, Pork & Mushroom Pie, Irish Brown Bread & Guinness Cake. Irish beer paired with meal.

240582 Mar. 17, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ●

Nancy Schacht

GOURMET VEGETARIAN WINE DINNER

Menu: Poblano, Avocado & Pumpkin Seed Salad, Lentil, Mushroom & Pecan "Paté", Tomato, Feta & Almond Baklava, Penne with Broccoli, Gorgonzola & Hazelnuts finished with Butternut, Parmesan & Sage Soufflés. Wines paired with meal.

240584 Mar. 18, Sat., 6-9 p.m. ●

Nancy Schacht

THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET & WINE

Menu: Sweet & Savory Strawberry Bites, Asparagus Tabbouleh, Pepper Puttanesca, Grilled Mahi Mahi Tuna & Lemon Semolina Cake. Wines paired with meal.

241643 Mar. 31, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ●

James Lesley

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cooking | aurora cooks VINHO VERDE PORTUGUESE DINNER

Menu: Crispy Fried Green Beans with Cilantro-Ginger Mayo, Arroz de Tomate (Tomato Rice), Portuguese Peel & Eat Shrimp, White Bean & Sausage Feijoada, Pastel de Nata (Custard Tarts). Wines paired with meal.

241642 Apr. 7, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ● Jessica Schultes

DATE NIGHT SUSHI & SAKE

Menu: Crab & Cucumber Spring Roll, Tempura Shrimp & Spicy Tuna Roll, Chili Mango Volcano Roll, Miso Udon Noodles, Green Tea & Mango Mochi. Sake paired with dishes.

240583 Apr. 14, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ● James Lesley

COLORADO BEER TASTING DINNER

Menu: Beer Candied Bacon, Spring Salad with Wheat Beer Dressing, Horseradish Beer Cheese Spread, Beer Braised Pork Chops, Beer & Basil Mashed Potatoes, finished with a Honey & Beer Spice Cake.

Wines paired with meal.

240580 Apr. 21, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ● Nancy Schacht

ITALIAN PASTA CREATIONS & VINO

Create your own sauces & pasta from a plethora of fresh ingredients as you become the pasta genius. Wines paired with meal.

241641 Apr. 22, Sat., 6-9 p.m. ● Ned Gilardino

SALMON SAVVY WITH WINE

Menu: Parsley Lemon Salad, Quick Crispy Roasted Salmon, Teriyaki Salmon Burgers, Salmon, Arugula & Goat Cheese Pasta & Smoked Salmon Tostaditas. Wines paired with meal.

240585 May 26, Fri., 6-9 p.m. ●

Jessica Schultes

FRIDAYS UNCORKED

Ages 21 & older. ID checked prior to class

participation.

SHAMROCK YOUR ZUMBA

Wear your best green Zumba gear and enjoy drinks and appetizers after the workout.

240594 Mar. 17, Fri., 6-8 p.m. ● $18 ● Wanda Serino Washington

CINCO DE MAYO MIXOLOGY

Unleash your inner bartender & come learn the basics of how to make a great cocktail.

Menu: Classic Margarita, Mexcalita de Pina, Mezcal Con Pepino, Easy Quesadillas, Pasadena-Style Guacomole & Queso Fundido with Chorizo.

240590 Apr. 28, Fri., 6-8 p.m. ● $38 ● Brian Kempf

WINE TASTING Ages 21 & older

● $31 ($24 Resident) Bring appetizer to share. ID checked prior to class participation.

WASHINGTON STATE MERLOTS

Explore the great variety of merlots from Washington State.

240638 Mar. 1, Wed., 7-8:30 p.m. ● Will Schneider

OLD WORLD VS NEW WORLD

Take a look at how wines differ around the globe. Sancerre vs. New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc; Red Burgundy vs.

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.

240639 Mar. 25, Sat., 5:30-7 p.m. ● Katie McDonald

SPANISH SPARKLING WINES

Engage your senses with these sparkling Spanish wines.

240640 Apr. 4, Thu., 7-8:30 p.m. ● Will Schneider

IT’S IN THE STARS

CUSTOM COOKING CLASSES Choose from a selection of menus for custom Birthday Parties, Scout Badge Classes, School Field Trips, Wedding Showers, Team-Building & more! ●

Call: 303.326.8656 or

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Email: expokitchen@auroragov.org

Wineries owned or started by celebrities.

240637 May 18, Thu., 7-8:30 p.m. ● Will Schneider

See our cooking class calendar with complete details at auroragov.org/cooking

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crafts and hobbies | creative ADULT CROCHET & KNITTING

YOUTH BABYSITTING WORKSHOP

Ages 16 & older

Ages 11-16

Class covers basic & advanced crochet or knitting skills, pattern reading & finishing.

Bring a skein of light colored, worstedweight yarn. Crocheters: bring H-8 aluminum hook. Knitters: bring a 10-inch size #8 needle.

Learn safety, infant & child care, basic first aid, emergency skills & fun activities.

Receive a Red Cross Super Sitter card upon completion. Bring a drink, snack & lunch each day.

240218 Mar. 25-May 20 240220 Mar. 11 & 18 240219 Apr. 8 & 15 ● ACAA 240221 May 13-20 ● Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ● $64 ($49 Resident) ● Meadowood

240223 Mar. 6-Apr. 10 240224 Apr. 17-May 22

Mon., 9:30-11:30 a.m. $62 ($48 Resident) ● ACAA ● Sharon Breeze ● ●

240226 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 240225 May 16-23

Tue., 6-8 p.m. ● $62 ($48 Resident) ● ACAA ● Sharon Breeze ●

240231 Mar. 6-Apr. 10 240232 Apr. 17-May 22

Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m. $62 ($48 Resident) ● Meadowood ● Heather Jones ● ●

FUNDAMENTALS OF REAL ESTATE INVESTING

Ages 18 & older

Learn how to buy homes at foreclosure sales, how much money is needed & how to bid. The instructor, Jim Flint, CRS, has 30-years’ experience with real estate in five states. There is a $20 material fee due to instructor at time of class.

240238 Mar. 14, Tue., 6:15-9:30 p.m.

$25 ● Meadowood ●

MANAGING YOUR RENTAL PROPERTIES

Ages 18 & older

Learn how to screen your prospective tenants and keep the bad ones out. Be aware of do's and don’ts when dealing with tenants. Instructor Jim Flint, CRS, has 30-years’ experience with real estate in five states. There is a $20 material fee due to instructor at time of class.

240239 Mar. 16, Thu., 6:15-9:30 p.m. ● ●

$25 Meadowood

MARINE BIOLOGY - TALL SHIPS

Ages 6-10

Adventures await the most daring who join the pirates to explore the deep blue sea & what lies under it. We dare ye to come aboard!

240233 Mar. 27-31, Mon.-Fri., 2-5 p.m. ● $150 ($120 Resident) ● Meadowood

YOUTH BOREDOM BUSTERS

Ages 5-15

Learn how to keep your hands busy during Spring Break. Learn basic & advanced lanyard & friendship bracelet techniques & create critters & pictures from beads.

240240 Mar. 12, Sun., 9 a.m.-noon ● $51 ($39 Resident) ● Meadowood

YOUTH CROCHET

Ages 8-15

Learn a new crochet technique: filet.

Create a family heirloom from three basic stitches. We provide yarn and hooks.

241654 Apr. 5, 12 & 19 241655 May 3, 10 & 17 ● Wed., 6-8 p.m. ● $51 ($39 Resident) ● Meadowood

YOUTH SEWING

Ages 8-15

Learn basic sewing skills using both hand & machine. All supplies included.

240235 Mar. 19 240236 Apr. 23 ● Sun., 9 a.m.-noon ● $51 ($39 Resident) ● Meadowood

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dance | cultural services ADULT DANCE Ages 18 & older

BRIDAL WALTZ FOR COUPLES

Do you want to wow your guests at your wedding? Grab your beau for this preparation class for waltzing at weddings.

Also open to anyone wanting to learn the waltz. Couples only.

240522 Apr. 6-27 240523 May 4-25 ● Thu., 6:30-7:30 p.m. ● $45 ($35 Resident) per couple ● Beck

BEGINNING TAP

Improve coordination and rhythm while getting a fun workout. Introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work & across the floor.

240514 Apr. 4-May 23, Tue., 6:15-7:15 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadow Hills

INTERMEDIATE TAP

Continuation of your tap dance education focused on more advanced tap steps and more intricate and challenging tap rhythms.

240533 Apr. 6-May 25, Thu., 7:30-8:30 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Expo

BALLROOM

Catch the ballroom dance craze! This class includes preparation for weddings and special events. Couples only.

Nightclub/Fox Trot 240501 Apr. 10-17, Mon., 7-9 p.m.

Swing 240503 Apr. 24-May 1, Mon., 7-9 p.m.

Tango 240504 May 8-15, Mon., 7-9 p.m.

Cha Cha 240500 May 22-June 5, Mon., 7-9 p.m.

Sample Them All 240502 Apr. 10-June 5, Mon., 7-9 p.m.* ● $43 ($33 Resident) per couple ● $124 ($104 Resident) per couple* ● Expo

BEGINNING BALLET

An introduction to ballet positions & steps including barre work & combinations in the center & across the floor. Emphasis will be placed on stretching & strengthening of large & small muscle groups.

240558 Apr. 7-May 26, Fri., 6:15-7:15 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadow Hills

BURLESQUE DANCE

Grab your girlfriends & express yourself as the gorgeous women that you are! Classes consist of a warm-up and sultry burlesque choreography. Props such as chairs, hats & gloves may be used.

240524 Apr. 7-May 26, Fri., 7:15-8:15 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadow Hills

BEGINNING BELLY DANCE

Develop core strength through the beautiful, ancient art of belly dance.

Learn the basics in a fun & supportive atmosphere. Body movement, musicality & short dance sequences taught.

240519 Apr. 4-May 23, Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadow Hills

INTERMEDIATE BALLET

A continuation of your ballet education.

Class will include more focus on technique & alignment, more advanced steps & terminology & extended barre work combinations in the center & across the floor.

240532 Apr. 5-May 24, Wed., 6-7 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadowood

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary dance is a more relaxed, grounded, free style of dance in which choreographers use emotions & moods to design their own steps.

240526 Apr. 5-May 24, Wed., 7-8 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident) ● Meadowood

KIDS DANCE Ages 3-18

BALLET

Twirl & Jump. These classes are an introduction to ballet technique & terminology & the world of dance & movement. Students will work on socialization, coordination, spatial awareness & musicality. A great way for your child to be creative through dance & music!

TIPPY TOES

Age 3

240568 Apr. 4-May 2, Tue., 10-10:45 a.m.

240569 May 9-30, Tue., 10-10:45 a.m.* 241746 Apr. 8-May 6, Sat., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

241747 May 13-June 3, Sat., 9:30-10:15 a.m.*

$48 ($38 Resident) $39 ($31 Resident)* ● Meadowood ● ●

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dance | cultural services CREATIVE DANCE

Ages 3-4

240528 Apr. 6-May 4, Thu., 10-10:45 a.m.

240529 May 11-June 1, Thu., 10-10:45 a.m.*

TEEN HIP HOP

Ages 11-16

241734 Apr. 4-May 2, Tue., 5:45-6:45 p.m.

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241735 May 9-30, Tue., 5:45-6:45 p.m.*

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KINDERDANCE

Ages 4-6

240547 Apr. 5-May 3, Wed., 3:45-4:30 p.m.

240548 May 10-31, Wed., 3:45-4:30 p.m.*

Meadow Hills 240544 Apr. 8-May 6, Sat., 10:15-11 a.m.

240545 May 13-June 3, Sat., 10:15-11 a.m.* ● $48 ($38 Resident) ● $39 ($31 Resident)* ● Meadowood ●

$55 ($43 Resident) $45 ($35 Resident)* ● Beck ●

MORE KIDS DANCE BEGINNING KIDS TAP

Ages 5-9

Improve coordination & rhythm while getting a fun introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work & across the floor.

BEGINNING BALLET

240553 Apr. 8-May 6

Ages 7-11

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

240517 Apr. 5-May 3, Wed., 4:30-5:30 p.m.

240516 May 10-31, Wed., 4:30-5:30 p.m.*

240554 May 13-June 3

$55 ($43 Resident) ● $45 ($35 Resident)* ● Meadow Hills ●

TEEN BALLET

Ages 11-16

Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.* ● $55 ($43 Resident) ● $45 ($35 Resident)* ● Meadowood

POMS & CHEERLEADING

Beginning level ballet class for teens wanting to explore their interest in dance.

241749 Apr. 5-May 3, Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

241750 May 10-31, Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m.* ● $55 ($43 Resident) ● $45 ($35 Resident)* ● Meadow Hills

Ages 7-10

Hip Hop

Sat., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Explore current hip hop choreography with a wide range of styles including warmup, across the floor, dance combinations, locking & popping.

INTRO TO HIP HOP

Ages 4-6

240535 Apr. 4-May 2, Tue., 4-4:45 p.m.

240536 May 9-30, Tue., 4-4:45 p.m.* ●

Beck

240539 Apr. 8-May 6, Sat., 11-11:45 a.m.

240541 May 13-June 3, Sat., 11-11:45 a.m.*

Meadowood ● $48 ($38 Resident) ● $39 ($31 Resident)* ●

BEGINNING HIP HOP

Ages 7-10

240506 Apr. 4-May 2, Tue., 4:45-5:45 p.m.

240507 May 9-30, Tue., 4:45-5:45 p.m.* ●

Beck

240509 Apr. 7-May 5, Fri., 6-7 p.m.

240510 May 12-June 2, Fri., 6-7 p.m.*

Meadowood $55 ($43 Resident) ● $45 ($35 Resident)* ● ●

Show your spirit! This class is an introduction to poms dance & cheerleading skills such as basic cheers, turns, jumps, arm patterns & fun tricks.

241716 Apr. 8-May 6 241717 May 13-June 3

Sat., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.* ● $55 ($43 Resident) ● $45 ($35 Resident)* ● Village Green

CONTINUOUS DANCE PROGRAM 2017 SPRING RECITALS Ages 3 & older

"The Magical World of Disney" Pre Recitals May 20, times TBD "Fairytales & Fantasy Creatures" Beg.-Adv. Recitals June 2 & 3 at 7 p.m.

A different show each day & time.

Hinkley High School 1250 Chambers Rd. Tickets $8, on sale May 8 Call 303.326.8308 for more information

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dogs | howling good time ADULT

PROFESSIONAL & VOLUNTEER THERAPY TEAM TRAIN

BEGINNING DOG TRAINING

A class for volunteer therapy teams &

Ages 16 & older

Dogs 5 months & older

Teach the six basic commands (sit, down, heel, stand, watch me, leave it, stay & loosen leash walking), good manners & work on behavioral problems. Do not bring dog to first class. No chain or retractable leashes. Bring proof of shots to first class.

240244 Mar. 7-Apr. 11, Tue., 6-7 p.m.

professionals in the mental health field doing animal assisted therapy. Assess whether you & your dog are good candidates for visiting therapy work or professional animal assisted therapy. Learn the skills necessary to pursue registration with therapy dog registration/certification organizations.

Beck ● Dirza D.

240248 Mar. 5-Apr. 9, Sun., 1:45-2:45 p.m. ●

Expo

240246 Mar. 5-Apr. 9, Sun., 10-11 a.m.

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Expo ● Ethan B.

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Pat B.

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240247 Mar. 2-Apr. 6, Thu., 9-10 a.m.

Expo ● Ethan B. ● $109 ($89 Resident) ●

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN 1

Puppies 9-weeks to 5-months-old

Start shaping your puppy for a lifetime of good manners. This class emphasizes socialization & training basic skills. No choke chains, retractable, or chain leashes.

Do not bring puppies to the first class.

240249 Mar. 7-Apr. 11, Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Beck ● Dirza D. ●

240250 Mar. 2-Apr. 6, Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m. ● ●

Expo Ethan B.

DOG TRICKS Tricks class is designed to help you increase the connection with your dog through fun & play. This class is great for shy dogs that need more reassurance & confidence. In this class you will learn how to shape behaviors using a clicker. Upon graduation, you will have enough tools to continue working with your dog & teaching more tricks on your own. Prerequisite: Beginning Dog Training.

240252 Mar. 5-Apr. 9, Sun., 9-10 a.m. ●

Expo

●

Ethan B.

●

$150

DOG AGILITY AT BECK Traverse a maze of jumps, tunnels &

241712 Mar. 5-Apr. 9, Sun., 12:30-1:30 p.m.

contact obstacles (A-frame, teeter, dog

●

Expo Amber P. ● $109 ($89 Resident)

walk). Dog must walk loose on leash, come

●

& stay.

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN 2

Apr. 8

Build on the skills learned in Puppy Kindergarten or get your older puppy started learning practical skills & good manners. No choke chains, retractable, or chain leashes. Do not bring puppies to the first class.

Advanced: Sat., 6 p.m.

Puppies 5-months to 1-year-old

240251 Mar. 5-Apr. 9

Sun., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. ● Expo ● Amber P. ● $109 ($89 Resident)

Mar. 4 May 13 Beginning: Sat., 7:15 p.m. ●

$8/drop-in fee

●

Debbie Funk & Kathleen Larsen

PRIVATE BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION TRAINING Does your dog need a little one-on-one training? Private dog training lessons may be just what you are looking for. Call 303.326.8630 for more information.

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fifty plus | for active living WELCOME TO ACAA PROGRAMS

Aurora Center for Active Adults (ACAA) is open to all adults.

Mon.-Thu., 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sat., 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. or at the conclusion of scheduled activities.

ACAA MISSION STATEMENT

Partnering to provide a stimulating & engaging environment with activities & services contributing to the health & wellbeing of adults 50 & over. Accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers.

AURORA COMMISSION FOR SENIORS

The Aurora Commission for Seniors mission is to improve the quality of life for seniors in Aurora. The Commission meets at the ACAA the first Monday at 1 p.m. Guests are welcome. The Commission is interested in hearing your suggestions about the needs & issues of seniors. Contact the Commission at: 303.739.7945 or email: ACS@auroragov.org

ADA ACCESSIBLE

The ACAA is an ADA accessible facility that promotes program accessibility. Although programs are generally designed for active adults who can function independently, many special needs can be accommodated.

Please call 303.739.7950.

SPRING QUILT SALE

Thu., May 4, noon-6 p.m.

Fri., May 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sat., May 6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Beautiful homemade quilts made by talented members of the ACAA Quilting Bee volunteer group. Proceeds benefit special projects at the ACAA. Call for more information 303.739.7950.

LINE DANCE SOCIAL

Enjoy an afternoon of line dancing at the ACAA! Two separate rooms available to accommodate beginners & more advanced dancers. Light refreshments served. Please call 303.739.7950.

241710 Apr. 22, Sat., noon-3 p.m. ●

$12/person

●

Pre-registration required.

URBAN LINE DANCE KICKOFF

Join us for some fun as we KICK OFF the first URBAN LINE DANCING event at the ACAA. Light refreshments served and door prizes.

241826 Mar. 25, Sat., noon-3 p.m. ● $12 ● Pre-registration is required.

WELCOME COFFEE

241619 Mar. 24, Fri., 9:30 a.m.

Free, please pre-register. Can’t make the Coffee? Call 303.739.7950 to schedule a tour.

ARTISTIC EXPRESSION *Request supply list at registration

ART OF WRITING

Explore writing strategies & sharpen your creative writing skills. Instructor Carol Justman.

241492 Apr. 27-May 18, Thu., 1-3 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

COLOR PENCIL *

Study the principles of color pencil. Classes are beginner-friendly.

241509 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 241510 Apr. 21-May 26 ● Fri., 10 a.m.-noon ● $59 ($45 Resident)

DRAWING FOUNDATIONS*

No experience needed. Learn how to draw using basic drawing method, using measurement, basic volumes, & rendering light & shadow using paper, graphite pencil & eraser.

241541 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 241542 Apr. 21-May 26 ● Fri., 1-3 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

PASTELS*

Enjoy creative experimentation using pastels. Learn about color relationships, shading & the layering of colors & tones.

241574 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 241575 Apr. 20-May 25 ● Thu., 1-3 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

WATERCOLOR*

Unlock the mystery of color when mixed with water.

241615 Feb. 28-Apr. 4 241616 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Tue., 9:30-11:30 a.m.

241617 Feb. 28-Apr. 4 241618 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Tue., 12:30-2:30 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

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fifty plus | for active living METAL ARTS

Learn about metals, how they are mined & used. Students will then make a metal work of art. Supplies are included in fee.

Instruction by Don Norris.

Rock Wrapping Make simple pendants & necklaces using wire, stones, & rock wraps.

241566 Mar. 20, Mon., 1-4 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) Simple Silversmith Pendant Make your own sterling silver pendant with a semi-precious stone.

241568 Apr. 24, Mon., 1-4 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) Pine Needle Casting Cast a sterling silver pendant using nature to help configure your one-of-a-kind design!

241567 May 15, Mon., 1-4 p.m. ● $64 ($49 Resident)

RUBBER STAMPING

Learn new stamping techniques while making 3 cards to send with your best wishes.

241588 Mar. 14 241589 Apr. 11 241590 May 9 ● Tue., 1-3 p.m. ● $13 ($10 Resident)

RUBBER STAMPING DROP-IN

Free! Drop-in & spend the afternoon making cards or scrapbooking using our supplies. No instruction, volunteers are available for assistance.

241592 Mar. 28 241593 Apr. 25 241594 May 23 ● Tue., 1-3 p.m. ● Free, pre-registration is required.

JAPANESE BUNKA*

Bunka embroidery is often called Japanese thread painting. This needlework art form is completed with a punch needle and a unique thread from Japan. Kit needs to be ordered from instructor prior to start of class. Call for information.

241556 Mar. 7-28 241557 Apr. 4-25 241558 May 2-30 ● Tue., 10 a.m.-noon ● $13 ($10 Resident)

QUILTING – BLOCK OF THE MONTH

Learn an art that lasts a lifetime & create beautiful pieces. Learn & develop your skills as you work on a different quilt block & technique each month. You will soon have a quilt ready to finish. Join the class any month. Quilting Instructor – Diane Henderson.

Monday Quilt Block* 241578 Mar. 6 241579 Apr. 3 241580 May 1 ● Mon., 1-4 p.m. ● $16 ($12 Resident) Saturday Quilt Block*

241582 Mar. 4 241583 Apr. 8 241584 May 6 ● ●

Sat., 9 a.m.-noon $16 ($12 Resident)

Quilt for the Day* Spend the day sewing this fun quilt top.

241581 Mar. 25, Sat., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. ● $27 ($21 Resident)

BRAIN BOOSTERS & MORE ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION

Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association

Each month various topics related to Alzheimer’s disease are discussed.

Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters 241497 Mar. 2 Effective Communication Strategies 241495 Apr. 6 Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research 241496 May 4 ● Thu., 10-11:30 a.m. ● Rosalyn Reese ● Free, pre-registration is required.

BRIDGE

THE BUNKA BUNCH

Beyond the Basics Move beyond the basics of bridge to play your game at a higher level.

241504 Mar. 22-Apr. 26, Wed., 10 a.m.-noon ● $55 ($42 Resident) Bridge “Play-Shop” Each week you will play a game of bridge, while being able to ask questions while in play, to improve your game.

241505 Mar. 22-Apr. 26, Wed., 1-4 p.m. ● $72 ($55 Resident)

PAINTING SILK SCARVES

THE WILD WEST – A LOOK AT COLORADO HISTORY

If you can’t make every class, just drop in. ● $3/session, if not enrolled Have fun painting & creating your own hand painted silk scarf. Supplies included in fee.

241570 Apr. 13, Thu., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. ● $35 ($27 Resident)

Colorado Historian Ed Wiesing guides a tour starting with our early territory’s first amazing people.

241545 Mar. 16-Apr. 20, Thu., 1-2:30 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident)

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fifty plus | for active living SPANISH

Learn Spanish, communicate with new people & strengthen your brain – all at the same time! Purchase required text book at Barnes & Noble or online & bring to the first class. ● $68 ($52 Resident) ● $75 ($62 Resident)* ● 2-hour classes Spanish – Beginner 1 Part 1 241597 Feb. 27-Apr. 3 Spanish – Beginner 1 Part 2 241598 Apr. 17-May 22 Mon., 10:30-noon Spanish – Beginner 1 Part 2 241599 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 241636 Apr. 21-May 26 ● Fri., 9:30-11 a.m.

Spanish – Beginner 3 241600 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 241601 Apr. 19-May 24 ● Wed., 12:30-2 p.m.

Spanish – Intermediate 2 241610 Feb. 28-Apr. 4 241611 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Tue., noon-1:30 p.m.

Spanish Intermediate 2 241607 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 241608 Apr. 20-May 25 ● Thu., 9-10:30 a.m.

Spanish – Intermediate 3* 241609 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 241612 Apr. 21-May 26 ● Fri., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Spanish – Conversational 1* 241603 Feb. 28-Apr. 4 241604 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Tue., 10 a.m.-noon Spanish – Conversational 2 241605 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 241606 Apr. 19-May 24 ● Wed., 10:30 a.m.-noon

MAH JONGG

DHT: FROM AIRPORT TO ARMY TO NEIGHBORHOOD

241665 Mar. 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ● ●

$52 ($40 Resident) Menu: $7-$13

CELESTIAL SEASONINGS TEA FACTORY

241666 Mar. 9, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ● ●

$30 ($23 Resident) Menu: $8-$15

MCALLISTER HOUSE MUSEUM*

241667 Mar. 16, 9:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ●

$81 ($61 Resident)

THE DIKEOU COLLECTION

241670 Mar. 17, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ● ●

$17 ($13 Resident) Menu: $9-$18

STEEL MAGNOLIAS @ SCHOOLHOUSE THEATER*

241668 Mar. 18, 10:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. ● ●

$47 ($36 Resident) Menu: $9-$15

DHT: TRIVIA TOUR

241675 Mar. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ● ●

$52 ($40 Resident) Menu: $7-$13

DISENCHANTED @ BOULDER DINNER THEATER*

241669 Mar. 26, 11 a.m.-5:15 p.m. ●

$95 ($75 Resident)

DHT: BAD BOYS AND BAWDY GIRLS

241676 Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ● ●

$52 ($40 Resident) Menu: $7-$13

MARDI GRAS CASINO

241672 Apr. 10, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ●

$9 ($7 Resident)

AURORA CITY TOUR

Learn to play mahjong or refresh your skills. Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy & calculation. It also involves a certain degree of chance. Student may need to purchase annual game card.

241560 Apr. 6-May 11, Thu., 1-3 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

241678 Apr. 11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

DAY TRIPS

241681 Apr. 13, 12:15-3:30 p.m.

For details about ACAA Day Trips, see the Day Tripper newsletter or view online at auroragov.org/recreation, click on adults 50+. Call 303.739.7950 to have one mailed to you. Transportation is provided & leaves from the Aurora Center for Active Adults. Register at least one week before the trip. Arrive 15 minutes prior to departure & check-in at the front desk. *These trips have a registration deadline & are subject to a special cancellation policy. Please call 303.739.7950 for more information.

All day trips require moderate walking & a few stairs. Those day trips marked with a have a lot of walking & several stairs.

$39 ($30 Resident) Menu: $9-$16 241679 May 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ● $39 ($30 Resident) ● Menu: $9-$16 ● ●

CASTLE MARNE TOUR & TEA*

●

$85 ($65 Resident)

42ND STREET @ CANDLELIGHT DINNER PLAYHOUSE* 241684 Apr. 15, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ●

$95 ($75 Resident)

DHT: STANLEY AVIATION TOUR

241677 Apr. 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ● ●

$48 ($37 Resident) Menu: $10-$20

STANLEY MARKETPLACE

241685 Apr. 27, 10:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

$13 ($10 Resident) Menu: $10-$20 241715 May 31, 10:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. ● $13 ($10 Resident) ● Menu $10-$20 ● ●

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fifty plus | for active living NATIONAL CENTER FOR ATMOSPHERIC RESEARCH

241687 Apr. 24, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ● ●

$30 ($23 Resident) Menu: $9-$15

GENERAL PALMER’S CASTLE TOUR*

241682 May 5, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. ● ●

$57 ($44 Resident) Menu: $8-$14

BYERS-EVANS HOUSE MUSEUM TOUR AND TEA*

241680 May 10, noon-3:45 p.m. ●

$61 ($47 Resident)

COLORADO WOLF & WILDLIFE SANCTUARY*

241673 May 17, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. ● ●

$77 ($59 Resident) Menu: $8-$14

LARIMAR SQUARE & THE GOLD RUSH

241674 May 18, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. ● ●

$39 ($30 Resident) Menu: $10-$18

SILVERTHORNE OUTLETS

241683 May 22, 9:45 a.m.-7 p.m. ● ●

$48 ($37 Resident) Menu: $8-$15

DHT: A PUEBLO GETAWAY

241686 May 24, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. ● ●

$73 ($56 Resident) Menu: $7-$13

DINING ADVENTURES

MYSTERY MEXICAN RESTAURANT

241688 Mar. 3, 10:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. ● ●

$20 ($15 Resident) Menu: $9-$16

3 SONS ITALIAN

241689 Mar. 8, 10:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. ● ●

$23 ($16 Resident) Menu: $8-$13

TED’S MONTANA GRILL

241693 Mar. 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ● ●

$17 ($13 Resident) Menu: $9-$16

SCHOOL HOUSE KITCHEN & LIBATIONS

241690 Mar. 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ● ●

$17 ($13 Resident) Menu: $8-$17

LUCILE’S

$18 ($14 Resident) Menu: $9-$16

CHEDDAR'S

241692 Apr. 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ● ●

$16 ($12 Resident) Menu: $9-$16

KINGMAN WINERY TASTING & DINNER*

241694 May 3, 4:15- 8:15 p.m. ●

$100 ($80 Resident)

BUCKHORN EXCHANGE

241695 May 11, 10:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. ● ●

Friday, April 17 9-11 a.m.

SAVE THE DATE! Pick up the Spring Day Tripper newsletter with detailed information about day trips & extended travel for Spring 2017. The Day Tripper Social gives you the opportunity to meet with friends & make plans over coffee & refreshments provided by Harvard Square.

EXTENDED TRAVEL Collette Slide Show Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m.

A Collette representative will be doing a free slide show presentation at the Aurora Center for Active Adults on the upcoming extended travel trips. The presentation will be free, but please call 303.739.7950 to register #239981 so we know how many people will be in attendance.

ICELAND: LAND OF FIRE & ICE Sept. 4, 2017, 9 days

COLORS OF NEW ENGLAND

Oct. 1, 2017, 8 days Trip Cancellation Insurance: Trip cancellation interruption insurance is highly recommended & may be purchased from a variety of insurance carriers; the ACAA does not endorse any one carrier.

HIGH COUNTRY HIKES

For detailed information about hiking trips see the Day Tripper newsletter or view online at auroragov.org/recreation, click on adults 50+. Call 303.739.7950 to have one mailed to you. New hikers are required to fill out a hiking readiness assessment form & return it at least one week prior to your first hike.

Depart: 7:30 a.m.

Return: 5 p.m., Return times are approximate. ● $31 ($24 Resident)

MESA TRAIL

241702 Apr. 4

ROXBOROUGH LOOP

241698 Apr. 11

241691 Apr. 7, 10:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. ● ●

DAY TRIPPER SOCIAL

$16 ($12 Resident) Menu: $10-$16

DEDISSE/THREE SISTERS

241706 Apr. 18

CRESCENT MEADOWS

241699 May 2

WATERSHED TRAIL

241700 May 9

HOLLOWELL PARK

241701 May 16

LITTLE HORSESHOE PARK

241703 May 23

CUB LAKE/THE POOL

241704 May 30

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fifty plus | for active living FUN & INFORMATIVE INTRO TO LINE DANCE

241708 Mar. 9-Apr. 27 241709 May 4-June 22 ● ●

Thu., 10:30-11:45 a.m. $42 ($32 Resident)

COFFEE WITH A COP

Join Aurora’s Senior Resource Officer, Jim Seneca, for a cup of joe. Learn valuable safety tips & the latest on crimes targeting older adults in Aurora.

241549 Apr. 5, Wed., 10-11 a.m. ● Free, pre-registration is required.

AVOID FRAUDS & SCAMS

Presented by Aurora Federal Credit Union.

Find out about the most common frauds targeted to older adults. Learn ways to identify and report scams and frauds.

241551 May 25, Thu., 10-11:30 a.m. ● Free, pre-registration is required.

MEDICARE BENEFITS

Each month a new topic concerning Medicare Benefits will be presented.

Medicare & Health Reform 241563 Mar. 9 Medicare 101 241564 Apr. 13 Medicare & Long Term Care 241562 May 11 ● Thu., 10-11 a.m. ● Free, pre-registration is required.

MEDICARE COUNSELING BY S.H.I.P.

(Senior Health Insurance Program) ● ●

By appointment at the ACAA 720.321.8850/appt.

SOCIAL SECURITY

Join a Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specialist, for an informational session on Social Security benefits.

Program set to include information on the application process, including availability of online services & other topics.

241637 Mar. 16, Thu., 10-11:30 a.m. ● Free, pre-registration is required.

WILLS, TRUSTS & POWER OF ATTORNEY

Presented by Wayne Stewart, Elder Law Attorney.

Find out what you need to know. Lots of time for questions & answers!

241621 Mar. 8 241622 Apr. 12 241623 May 10 ● ●

Wed., 10 a.m.-noon $7 ($5 Resident)

Funding Assistance: Developmental Pathways Community Outreach Department is excited to offer funding assistance to people residing in Arapahoe & Douglas Counties who are not receiving Medicaid waiver services.

AARP - INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

On-site help in completing Federal & State Income Tax returns for 2016 available to seniors over age 50 who have a low to moderate income (generally less than $50,000) & no business or rental property income of any kind. APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED & MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE BEGINNING JAN. 17, 2017 BY CALLING 303.739.7962 BETWEEN 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday thru Friday. No call backs will be made this year. A list of what to bring & an itemized deduction worksheet may be picked up at the ACAA. This service is sponsored by AARP & is coordinated by volunteers. ● Feb. 6-Apr. 11 ● Mon. & Tue. ● Appointments required

SERVICES

AARP – SAFE DRIVING COURSE Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5 Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

303.764.5995/ register

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COMMODITIES

Rocky Mountain Food Bank ● 1st Tue. of month, 9-11 a.m.

720.473.6323/info

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP AT MORNING STAR 2nd Fri., 1:30-3:30 p.m.

303.326.8323/register

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LOW VISION SUPPORT:

Colorado Council of the Blind ● Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15 ● Mon., 10 a.m.

303.831.0117/info

MEDICARE COUNSELING BY THE SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM 720.321.8850/ appt.

POLICE ACADEMY

Spring class 303.739.6346/register

SENIOR RESOURCES

These services connects seniors to needed resources. ● Senior Solutions - 303.426.4408 ● DRCOG - 303.480.6700

VOA LUNCH PROGRAM

Hot meals served to seniors 60+ by the Volunteers of America. ● Mon.-Thu., 11:45 a.m. ● Donations requested

VNA HEALTH CLINICS

Mar. 13 & 27 Apr. 10 & 24 May 8 & 22 ● Mon., 9 a.m.-noon To schedule an appointment, call VNA, 303.698.6496.

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fifty plus | for active living WEIGHT & EXERCISE ROOM HOURS

ACAA DROP-IN & ACTIVITY PASS Includes use of: ●

● Mon.-Thu.,

Weight & Exercise Room featuring weights, treadmills, NuStep, the Wave, bikes, stepper & elliptical machines.

Free orientation required before first visit.

●

Drop-in Fitness Classes

●

Billiards

7 a.m.-8 p.m.

7 a.m.-5 p.m. ● Sat., 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Open to youth ages 12-17.

Youth must be accompanied by an adult at all times. See front desk for details. ● Fri.,

DROP-IN FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE ADULTS 18 & OLDER

Pay Drop-in Fee or Purchase Activity Pass Free if you swipe your SilverSneakers® or SilverFit membership card.

See the Fit & Well newsletter for complete class descriptions.

Pick up at ACAA or online at auroragov.org/recreation, adults 50+.

Class

Day Time

Rm./Location

BELLY DANCE

Tue.

Rm. 105

3-4 p.m.

BETTER BALANCE & STRENGTH-BEG. M/W

12:30-1:25 p.m.

Rm. 103

CIRCUIT TRAINING

T/Th

4-5 p.m.

Weight Rm.

CORE & BACK

Mon.

10:15-11 a.m.

GOLDEN BARRE

Fri. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 103 Rm. 103

ESSENTRICS T/Th 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 103 & 105

LINE DANCE -BEGINNER I

Rm. 105

Thu.

noon-1 p.m.

LINE DANCE -BEGINNER II

Wed.

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Rm. 105

LINE DANCE -INTERMEDIATE

Wed.

1:45-2:45 p.m.

Rm. 105 Rm. 111

SILVERSNEAKERS® (SS) SS Classic

Mon.

8:30-9:30 a.m.

SS Classic

W/F

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 105

SS Classic

M/W/F

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rm. 105 & 111

SS Circuit

T/Th

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rm. 105

QI GONG

Tue.

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 103

STRENGTH TRAINING

M/W/F

7:30-8:30 a.m.

Weight Rm.

STRENGTH TRAINING

M/W

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Weight Rm.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS

M/W/F

11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Rm. 105

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS

Sat.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 105

TOTAL FITNESS

M/W/F

8-9 a.m.

Rm. 105

TOTAL FITNESS

M-F

9-10 a.m.

Rm. 103 & 105

TOTAL FITNESS

Sat.

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 105

54 DECK OF CARDS WORKOUT

Tue.

10-11 a.m.

Rm. 105

YOGA - GENTLE & MINDFUL

Sat.

9-10 a.m.

Rm. 103

YOGA -CHAIR

T/Th

8:30-9:30 a.m.

Rm. 105

YOGA -CHAIR

M/W

YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY & BALANCE Mon.

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Rm. 103

11:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Rm. 103

YOGA STRETCH & BALANCE

Wed.

10-11 a.m.

Rm. 103

ZUMBA®

Mon.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Rm. 103

ZUMBA® & TONING

Wed.

5:30-6:45 p.m.

Rm. 105

ZUMBA®

Fri.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 111

ZUMBA CIRCUIT

Thu. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Rm. 105

ZUMBA STEP®

Tue.

5:30-6:15 p.m.

Rm. 105

ZUMBA® GOLD-BEGINNERS

Wed.

9:05-9:50 a.m.

Rm. 103

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fifty plus | for active living ADVANCED TAI CHI CHU’UAN 241335 Mar. 3-31

PARKINSON'S DISEASE & ESSENTIAL TREMOR--MOVEMENT DISORDERS

241336 Apr. 7-28

Presented by Dr. David VanSickle

241337 May 5-26

Q&A session on Parkinson's disease with

●

Fri., 8:30-9:15 a.m.

neurosurgeon David VanSickle, MD, PhD.

●

$47 ($36 Resident)

241483 Mon., May. 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

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ACAA

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Room 108

All sessions:

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Free, registration required.

241338 Mar. 3-May 26

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA WITH SALSA DANCE!

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Fri., 8:30-9:15 a.m.

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$110 ($90 Resident)

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ACAA

BASIC TAI CHI CHU’UAN 241339 Mar. 3- May 26 ●

Fri., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

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$110 ($90 Resident)

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ACAA

BEGINNING PILATES 241341 Mar. 2-30 241342 Apr. 6-27 241343 May 4-25

Come dance, exercise, eat, and take a swing at the piñata!

232767 Fri., May 12, 10-11:30 a.m. Rm 111 ●

Drop-In Fee, pre-registration required.

WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY Celebrate world Tai Chi & Qigong Day, BE A HEALING PART OF HISTORY! One World, One Breath!

241484 Sat., Apr., 29 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ●

Free, registration required.

STAY SHARP & MOVE SMART

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Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Presented by Life Care Center of Aurora

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$33 ($25 Resident)

Staying sharp, retaining memory and living

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ACAA

an active and healthy lifestyle is a concern

HATHA YOGA 241345 Mar. 6-27 241346 Apr. 3-24 241347 May 1-22 ●

Mon., 9:15-10:45 a.m.

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$48 ($36 Resident)

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Smoky Hill Library

for many as we age. Maintain your ability to drive and live independently using tips and tricks that may help prevent certain diseases such as Dementia.

241895 Fri., Apr. 21, 10-11 a.m. ●

Room 108

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Free, pre-registration required.

ACAA BEACH PARTY IN MARCH! Dance & play games to Beach Boys music & win prizes, too!

241479 Fri., Mar. 17, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ●

Room 111

●

Drop-In Fee, pre-registration required.

CREATIVE JOURNALING CLASS 6-week workshop. Offered by Nellie Ford & Lynne Griffin, Teachers of yoga, meditation & energy healing Guided journaling, breathing, gentle yoga moves & energy meditation in order to clear the path for higher consciousness and self-love.

241480 Tue., Mar. 21-Apr. 25, 2-4 p.m. ●

Room 102

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$95 ($75 Resident)

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fitness services | wellness

APPOINTMENTS MON-SAT

Relieve stress & speed up the healing process.

ACAA: 303.739.7950

Therapeutic

Massage & Reflexology

BECK: 303.739.6888

PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES

BECK RECREATION CENTER 800 Telluride St. Aurora, CO 80011

TRAINER LINE 303.739.6881

INDIVIDUAL*

MASSAGE

REFLEXOLOGY

1st time clients: 60 min. $45 1st time clients: 90 min. $68 30 min. $37 60 min. $52 90 min. $75 Massage Packages 3 Pack • $141** 5 Pack • $225**

1st time clients: 60 min.

COUPLES MASSAGE 1st time clients: 60 min. $90 1st time clients: 90 min. $135 30 min. $74 60 min. $104 90 min. $150 Couple Massage Packages Couples 3 Pack-$282 Couples 5 Pack-$450

$34 30 min. $25 60 min. $40 90 min. $60 Reflexology Packages 3 Pack (180 min.) • $108** 5 Pack (300 min.) • $170** Speciality massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point, hot stone, craniosacral 60 min. $75 **Packages are in 1 hour increments. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or a $20 fee will be charged.

FASCIAL STRETCH THERAPY Fascial Stretch Therapy is a full body assisted stretch technique which can help free up your muscles for better performance.

1-hour intro session

$50

1-hour session

$60

½-hour session

$42

3 pack 1-hour session

$160

5 pack 1-hour session

$225

Reservation required.

Call for more information 303.739.7950.

Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or a $20 fee will be charged.

Work with a Certified Personal Trainer to meet your specific goals & needs.

• $40/Introductory Session (75 min.)

Introductory session required before other sessions

• $37/1 session (60 min.)

• $100/3 sessions (180 min.)

• $186/6 sessions (360 min.)

GROUP*

Exercise with friends in a semi-private setting for more accountability & fun with the same specialized attention as an individual session.

Group size is 2-4 people • $36 per person/ Introductory Session (75 min.)

Introductory session required before other sessions

• $33 per person/1 session (60 min.)

• $81 per person/3 sessions (180 min.)

• $150 per person/6 sessions (360 min.)

NUTRITION COUNSELING*

Our certified nutritionist will work with you to create an individualized nutrition program that will guide you to your goals.

• $45/1 session • $120/3 sessions • $225/6 sessions

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT COACHING*

Work one-on-one with a Certified Weight Management Coach to discuss goals, eating habits & create an exercise routine. These sessions will get you on the right track, hold you accountable & keep you motivated.

• $40/Introductory Session (75 min.)

Introductory session required before other sessions

• $37/1 session (60 min.)

• $100/3 sessions (180 min.)

• $186/6 sessions (360 min.)

*Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or a $20 fee will be charged.

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fitness | it's good sports for|you expo center BECK RECREATION CENTER 303.739.6888

800 Telluride St., Aurora 80011

DAILY DROP-IN RATES Youth (2-17): $3 Young Adult (18-26): $3.50

CORPORATE WELLNESS PROGRAM

Discounted memberships available for up to 50% for participating businesses.

FACILITY RENTALS

The Beck Center features a 400-person banquet room with attached kitchen.

A multi-use conference room, full-size

Adult (27-61): $5

gymnasium & pool facilities are also for

Senior (62+): $3.50

rent. For more information, rates, or to

Aurora’s full service recreation center! Your

schedule a visit, call 303.739.6889.

drop-in fee or membership at Beck center

BECK CENTER HOLIDAY HOURS

includes unlimited use of: ● 25-yard indoor swimming pool ● 14-person hot tub ● Weight training area ● Full-size gymnasium ● Cardiovascular equipment ● Group fitness classes ● 4 racquetball courts

Easter • 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Memorial Day • 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

EXPO RECREATION CENTER 303.326.8630

Offers drop-in fitness & group classes. Your drop-in fee or membership at Expo Center

To view Beck drop-in fitness classes &

includes unlimited use of:

information, visit auroragov.org/recreation,

● Cardio

click on the fitness tab, then click on the Beck drop-in fitness schedule.

BECK CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION Mon.-Thu., 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Fri., 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sat., 6 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sun., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

WEIGHT ROOM ORIENTATION

equipment

● Strength ● Weight ● Group

training machines

training area

fitness classes*

*Additional fees for specialty classes.

HOURS Mon.-Thu., 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

DROP-IN FITNESS Included in your drop-in fee, no extra charge.

Staff instructs you on the proper use of

Cardio Strength: Mon./Wed., 7-8 p.m.

equipment. This service is free & included

Tue./Thu., 8:15-9:15 a.m.

with your admission fee, please register at least one day in advance. To schedule your orientation time or for special accommodations, call 303.739.6888.

Essentrics: Mon., noon-1 p.m.

Zumba: Tue./Thu., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Weight Room Orientation: Mon./Wed., 6-7 p.m.

HATHA YOGA WITH NELLIE

OPEN GYM - BASKETBALL

$100/10 punch card • $50/5 punch card •

Mon./Wed., 3-5 p.m.

$12 drop-in

Fri., 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Enjoy Nellie’s extended format that leaves

Sun., 8-10 a.m.

you relaxed, flexible, strengthened &

Additional days & times may be available,

techniques are used for total wellness.

call 303.739.6888.

energized. Stress reduction & breathing ● Wed.,

9-10:30 a.m.

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fitness | it's good for you INTRODUCTION TO WEIGHTLIFTING

BEGINNING YOGA

Ages 14 & older

Ages 16 & older

Did you know one of the most effective forms of exercise to burn calories & reduce body fat is weightlifting? Let us show you how with our introduction to weightlifting program.

240304 Mar. 1-29 240306 Apr. 5-26 240308 May 3-31 ● Wed., 7-8 a.m.

240303 Mar. 3-31 240305 Apr. 7-28 240307 May 5-26 ● Fri., 7-8 a.m. ● $33 ($25 Resident) ● Beck

Easy-to-Learn yoga movements that improve flexibility, posture & strength.

Good for chronic back pain, pre/post pregnancy or injury recovery. ● $36 ($28 Resident)

BALANCED BODY BARRE FITNESS

Ages 16 & older

Tone your upper & lower body, strengthen your core, develop greater flexibility & balance through simple ballet techniques, Pilates & Yoga.

240254 Mar. 4-25 240256 Apr. 8-29 240255 May 6-20* ● Sat., 8:30-9:30 a.m. ● $24* ● $32 ● Village Green Center

ESSENTRICS

Ages 14 & older

A completely original workout that draws on the flowing movements of Tai Chi which create health & balance, the strengthening theories behind ballet which create long, lean, flexible muscles & the healing principles of physiotherapy which create a pain-free body.

240299 Mar. 7-28 240300 Apr. 4-25 240301 May 2-30 ● Tue., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

240296 Mar. 2-30 240297 Apr. 6-27 240298 May 4-25 ● Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. ● $21 ($16 Resident) ● Meadow Hills

JACKI SORENSEN’S AEROBIC DANCE

Ages 14 & older

We combine stretching, core work, weight training & aerobic exercise into each class using upbeat & motiving music. First class free for new students!

240309 Apr. 5-May 17 ● Mon. & Wed., 6:15-7:15 p.m. ● $91 (2x/wk.) ● $63 (1x/wk.) ● Virginia Court Elementary

Elevation Church

240258 Mar. 6-27 240259 Apr. 3-24 240260 May 1-22 ●

Mon., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Meadow Hills 240262 Mar. 6-27 240263 Apr. 3-24 240264 May 1-22 ● Mon., 6-7 p.m.

240268 Mar. 1-29 240269 Apr. 5-26 240270 May 3-31 ● Wed., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

240265 Mar. 5-26 240266 Apr. 2-30 240267 May 7-28 ● Sun., 10-11 a.m.

Meadowood

240272 Mar. 6-27 240273 Apr. 3-24 240274 May 1-22 ●

Mon., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

240275 Mar. 1-29 240276 Apr. 5-26 240277 May 3-31 ●

Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

TRX TRAINING CAMP

Ages 16 & older

Get fit & build camaraderie in a team of six or less, with bodyweight exercise using the TRX suspension trainer. This semi-private class develops strength, balance, flexibility & core stability simultaneously for a fast & effective total-body workout. Modifications are available for all fitness levels, from athletes to seniors.

240324 Mar. 7-28 240326 Apr. 4-25 240325 May 2-30 ● Tue., 7-8 a.m. ● $33 ($25 Resident) 240321 Mar. 2-30 240323 Apr. 6-27 240322 May 4-25 ● Thu., 7-8 a.m. ● $33 ($25 Resident) 240318 Mar. 2-30 240319 Apr. 4-27 240320 May 2-30 ● T/Th, 7-8 a.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident) ● Beck

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fitness | it's good for you YOGALATES

BOXING

Ages 14 & older

Ages 6 & older

Tone & sculpt your entire body as you

You will practice various punches with punching mitts & a heavy bag.

240292 Mar. 7-28 240293 Apr. 4-25 240294 May 2-30 ● Tue., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

240288 Mar. 3-31 240289 Apr. 7-28 240290 May 5-26 ● Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m. ● $15 ● Fletcher Community School

combine yoga and Pilates together.

240332 Mar 2-30 240333 Apr. 6-27 240334 May 4-25 ●

Thu., 7-8 p.m.

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$36 ($28 Resident)

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Meadow Hills

SPORTS CONDITIONING BOOTCAMP Ages 16 & older

Class combines movements from various sports, boot camp drills, & muscle conditioning to improve cardio, muscular endurance & agility.

241228 May 2-30 ●

Tue., 6:15-7:15 a.m.

241231 May 4-18* ●

Thu., 6:15-7:15 a.m.

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$30 ($23 Resident)

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$23 ($18 Resident)*

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Aurora Sports Park

ZUMBA Ages 14 & older

Let the music move you! The Latin rhythm is sure to please, as you dance your way to fitness. ●

$20 ($15 Resident)

240336 Mar. 7-28 240337 Apr. 4-25 240338 May 2-30 ●

Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Elevation Church

240343 Mar. 7-28 240345 Apr. 4-25 240344 May 2-30 ●

Tue., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

240340 Mar. 2-30 240342 Apr. 6-27 240341 May 4-25 ●

Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

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Meadowood

Adult Boxing 240284 Mar. 7-28 240285 Apr. 4-25 240286 May 2-30 ●

Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

240280 Mar. 3-31 240281 Apr. 7-28 240282 May 5-26 ●

Fri., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

MOTHER’S DAY ZUMBA

Ages 6 & older

Dance first to build up an appetite & then enjoy refreshing sparkling juice, finger sandwiches, cheese fondue & bite-sized dessert. Solo adults are welcome to attend too! (Children ages 17 & under must be accompanied by adult) 241839 May 19 ● Fri., 6-8 p.m. ● Ages 6-17, $12 ● Ages 18 & older, $18 ● Wanda Serino Washington ● Expo

DRY DOCK BREWING COMPANY & YOGA

Dry Dock Brewing Company has paired with the city of Aurora to provide a unique & social yoga experience. What better way to earn a beer than doing yoga? Invigorate with a Saturday morning flow at Dry Dock, then relax & enjoy the day with discounted beer after class. ● Dates TBD, call 303.739.6891 or the registration office for more information.

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golf | come roll with us!

50 S. Peoria St. 303.739.1550

2323 Scranton St. 303.364.8125

3609 S. Dawson St. 1700 S. Old Tom Morris Rd. 21705 E. Arapahoe Rd. 800 Telluride St. 303.699.3939 303.690.2500 303.739.1560 303.739.6854

SENIOR GOLF CLINIC AT FITZSIMONS Sat., Apr. 29, 3-5:30 p.m.

■ Ages 50 & older ■ $30 includes instruction on chipping, putting & full swing ■ 24 participants maximum ■ Info: 303.364.8125

JOIN A CLUB OR LEAGUE

For prices & times, call one of our pro shops or visit golfaurora.com & click on Clubs & Leagues.

JUNIOR

GOLF PROGRAMS Visit golfaurora.com Click on Junior Golf

Premi er Car d Loyalt y Prog ram visit g olfaur o r a .com and cl ick on Fees, Discou nts & Direct ions.

MOTHER/DAUGHTER CLINIC AT MURPHY CREEK Sat., May 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bring your daughter & learn the game of golf together from PGA & LPGA golf professionals!

■ $45/mother with daughter under 18 free ■ $15/per additional daughter under 18 ■ Register online at golfaurora.com click on Events & Registration or at any of our pro shops ■ Info: 303.739.7891

GET THE GOLF SEASON STARTED RIGHT, TAKE LESSONS!

Our six courses offer group, individual, ladies only or playing lessons given by our PGA & LPGA golf professionals. Visit golfaurora.com & click on Lessons or call the pro shops directly.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ADD-ON Add any of these three options to your current Recreation Center Pass! You must be a Recreation Center annual pass holder to qualify for these add-ons.

$49 ADD-ON $299 ADD-ON $499 ADD-ON

Range Token Package (25 Tokens).

Half-Price Golf Lesson.

Play golf for 12 months & pay only $5 per 9-holes.

Valid 7 days per week after 12 p.m.

Play golf for 12 months with no green fees. Valid 7 days per week after 12 p.m.

Carts extra.

Find out more by calling Beck Recreation Center at 303.739.6888.

Purchase any of these Springhill Golf Course add-ons when you buy your Recreation Center annual pass.

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gymnastics | flip, tumble, roll OPEN GYM AT MEADOWOOD 303.326.8300

Ages 10 & under

Fun, supervised, open play. Parents must stay with child in the gym. $5/child • 10-Visit Punch card: $39

MONDAYS

noon-1 p.m.

TUESDAYS 2-3 p.m.

GYMNASTICS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS PARENT/TOT

Walking-2

Gymnastics designed for the toddler walking-2 yrs. One child per adult

WEDNESDAY noon-1 p.m.

FRIDAYS

noon-1 p.m., 6-8 p.m.

INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING

Ages 7-13

A step up from Bounce & Tumble, focusing on both back & front tumbling.

ADVANCED TUMBLING

Ages 8-14

Ages 2-3

For the tumbler who has a round off back handspring on the floor. Students must have completed Intermediate Tumbling.

Structured introduction to gymnastics. One child per adult.

Ages 6-15

GYM KIDS

MINI MITES

Ages 3-4

Play-centered skill development drills with focused activities on individual gymnastics.

MIGHTY MITES

Ages 4-6

A step up from Mini Mites, kids start to explore basic gymnastics skills.

FAB 5’S

Age 5

Designed especially for the child that is ready to move to a more structured, skill centered class.

GIRLS BEGINNER GYMNASTICS

Ages 6-12

For the girl who wants to try the sport of gymnastics.

GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS

Ages 6-12

A step up from beginner gymnastics, students must have completed beginner gymnastics.

GIRLS ADVANCED GYMNASTICS

Ages 8-14

BEGINNER PARKOUR

Learn how to use handstands, cartwheels, & hand plants to create the sport of parkour. Class is designed in a progression & students are required to start at the beginner level.

INTERMEDIATE PARKOUR

Ages 8-15

Students are required to have completed one or more sessions at the beginner level.

ADVANCED PARKOUR

Ages 9-15

Students are required to have completed one or more sessions at BOTH the beginner & intermediate levels.

SPRING BREAK CHEER CAMP

Ages 5-15

A 5-day camp full of learning the basic stunts & tumbling skills, as well as cheer motions, sideline cheers & a dance.

Students are required to bring a lunch & wear proper attire (Cheer shoes, t-shirt, shorts, & hair tied back). The final day is a performance, from 2-4 p.m. ● Mar. 27-31 ● Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. ● $320 ($300 Resident)

Students must have completed BOTH the beginner & intermediate gymnastics.

BOUNCE & TUMBLE

Ages 6-10

Boys & girls are introduced to the basics of tumbling & trampoline skills.

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gymnastics | flip, tumble, roll MEADOWOOD

DAY CARE GYMNASTICS

Session 1: Mar. 4-Apr. 21

Fri., 11 a.m.-noon

Session 2: Apr. 22-June 2 ●

$75 ($60 Resident)

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No class Mar. 25-Apr. 1

PARENT/TOT

1

2

241360 241361

HOME SCHOOL GYMNASTICS Thu., 1-2 p.m.

1 2

241413 241414

BEGINNING PARKOUR

Mon., 9-9:45 a.m.

241435 241440

Tue., 9-9:45 a.m.

241436 241441

Wed., 9-9:45 a.m.

241437 241442

INTERMEDIATE PARKOUR

Thu., 9-9:45 a.m.

241438 241443

Wed., 5:15-6:15 p.m. 241447 241449

Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

241439 241444

Sat., 10-10:45 a.m.

241661 241663

ADVANCED PARKOUR

GYM KIDS Tue., 10-10:45 a.m.

241403 241407

Thu., 10-10:45 a.m.

241404 241408

Fri., 10-10:45 a.m.

241406 241409

Tue., 6:15-7:15 p.m.

241446 241448

Wed., 6:15-7:15 p.m. 241349 241350

OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Session 1: Mar. 4-Apr. 18 Session 2: Apr. 22-May 30

Fri., 5:15-6:15 p.m.

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$75 ($60 Resident)

Sat., 11-11:45 a.m.

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No class Mar. 27-Apr. 1

241405 241410

Sat., noon-12:45 p.m. 241411 241629

GIRLS BEGINNER GYMNASTICS

MINI MITES

Sat., 9-10 a.m.

241370 241371

241424 241429

Sat., 10-11 a.m.

241487 241488

GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS

Mon., 11-11:55 a.m.

Tue., 11-11:55 a.m.

241425 241430

Wed., 11-11:55 a.m.

241426 241431

Thu., 11-11:55 a.m.

241427 241432

Sat., 1-1:55 p.m.

241428 241433

MIGHTY MITES Mon., 10-11 a.m.

241419 241644

Tue., 4:15-5:15 p.m.

241420 241645

Wed., 10-11 a.m.

241421 241646

Thu., 4:15-5:15 p.m.

241422 241647

Sat., 11 a.m.-noon

241627 241628

Sat., noon-1 p.m.

241395 241397

GIRLS ADVANCED GYMNASTICS ●

$85 ($70 Resident)

Tue., 6-7 p.m. & Sat., 1-2 p.m.

INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING Tue., 5-6 p.m.

FAB 5's Tue., 1-2 p.m.

241485 241486

Wed., 4:15-5:15 p.m. 241363 241366 Fri., 9-10 a.m.

241365 241367

Fri., 4:15-5:15 p.m.

241364 241368

241624 241625

241416 241417

ADVANCED TUMBLING Tue., 5-6 p.m.

241352 241353

GIRLS BEGINNER GYMNASTICS Mon., 5:15-6:15 p.m. 241379 241381 Tue., 5:15-6:15 p.m.

241377 241380

GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS Mon., 6:15-7:15 p.m. 241393 241396 Thu., 6:15-7:15 p.m.

241394 241398

BOUNCE & TUMBLE Mon., 4:15-5:15 p.m. 241357 241358 Thu., 5:15-6:15 p.m.

241355 241356

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history museum | cultural services Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District & the Aurora Museum Foundation

HOURS

Tue.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ● Free Admission ● ●

EXHIBITS THE DOCTOR WILL SEE YOU Nov. 22-May 7 20th century medicine in Aurora evolved from individual practices to hospitals in the 1970s. Explore the history of medicine in Aurora & learn about the significant contributions doctors made to this community & to Colorado.

FROM MANUFACTURING TO MARKETPLACE: INNOVATION AT STANLEY AVIATION Mar. 14-July 9 Aurora’s Stanley Aviation was a leader in aerospace engineering and manufacturing.

Learn about the technologies and people that made it successful.

CELEBRATING COLORADO: WOMEN IN STEM

BROWN BAG & WHITE LINEN LECTURE SERIES

Wed., noon-1 p.m. $4 ($3 Resident) ● Aurora Historical Society Members: Free ● Bring your lunch ● ●

THE REFUGE

Learn about the ongoing efforts to conserve & protect Colorado’s animal life at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge.

241652 Mar. 15

NAGPRA

Anne Amati, Registrar & NAGPRA Coordinator at the University of Denver Museum of Anthropology, explores the ongoing relationship between museums & indigenous communities.

241651 Apr. 19

LET IT GROW!

A representative from the Colorado Native Plant Society discusses the human use, identification & conservation of native plants.

241653 May 17

YEAR 6 2

S

Dec. 13-Mar. 12 The Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame celebrates the accomplishments of trailblazing women in our state. Featured portraits recognize contributions to Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics.

UKULELE LESSONS 3rd Saturday of every month, FREE ● Mar. 18, Apr. 15, May 20 ● 1-3 p.m.

1

HISTORY MUSEUM

PROGRAMS

AURORA’S

HISTORY CAMP

Anniversary Celebration

Ages 8-12

241660 July 24-28

Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon ● $110 ($90 Resident) ●

ANTIQUE APPRAISAL FAIR

Hosted by the Aurora Museum Foundation Local appraisers evaluate your antiques & collectables. Call 303.739.6705 for an entrance time. No walk-ins accepted. ● Apr. 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ● $5/item; 5 item limit ● Aurora Central Library

AURORAMUSEUM.ORG

April 29 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

SANDERS MUSEUM STORE Tue.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Gifts, books, old-fashioned toys & more.

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martial arts | it's self defense WOMEN EMPOWERED

GRACIE JIU-JITSU AT MEADOWOOD GRACIE BULLY PROOF

Don’t let bullies take away your child’s quality of life & happiness.

Ages 5-9 240348 Mar. 1-29 240354 Apr. 3-26 240351 May 1-31 ●

M/W, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ages 10-13 240347 Mar. 1-31 240353 Apr. 5-28 240350 May 3-31

W/F, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $80 ● Please call 303.326.8300 to register ● ●

COMBATIVES

Students learn the 36 most important techniques in a fun, safe, & cooperative training environment.

240357 Mar. 1-31 240359 Apr. 3-28 240358 May 1-31 ● ●

M/W/F, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $130, $20 drop-in

MASTER CYCLE

A comprehensive self-defense program for women of all ages that is based on the use of verbal, physical, & psychological defense strategies. Women will gain confidence & strength to protect themselves as they develop a social network of friends doing the same.

240365 Mar. 3-31 240367 Apr. 7-28 240366 May 5-26 ● Fri., 6:30-7:30 p.m. ● $65 ● Please call 303.326.8300 to register

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE

Ages 11 & older

Practical hands on instruction that can be worked on together in class & at home! Some ground fighting skills will be introduced. Course ends with mock attack & fight back with padded “attacker”.

240449 Apr. 1-May 20 ● Sat., 1-2 p.m. ● $60 ($50 Resident) ● Beck

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS

Ages 6-12

Learn awareness skills & physical maneuvers to get away from dangerous strangers.

240385 Apr. 1-May 6 ● Sat., 2:15-3:15 p.m. ● $42 ($35 Resident) ● Beck

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS CAMP

Ages 6-12

Learn awareness skills & physical maneuvers to get away from dangerous strangers.

241224 Mar. 27-30 ● Noon-1:30 p.m. ● $42 ($35 Resident) ● Meadowood

Hundreds of advanced techniques are organized into a clearly defined, systematic curriculum. Must successfully complete the skills of Combative class, or have director approval prior. Equivalent to a martial arts blue belt level of skill. No class Jan 2.

240361 Mar. 1-31 240363 Apr. 3-28 240362 May 1-31 ● ●

M/W/F, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $150, $20 drop-in

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martial arts | it's self defense INTRO TO TAEKWONDO

An introduction for students of all ages & their families to the Taekwondo program. This class must be completed or permission given by the instructors before the student can move onto other classes in the Taekwondo program.

241331 Mar. 6-27 240370 Apr. 3-24 240369 May 1-22 ●

Mon., 6:30-7 p.m.

241329 Mar. 1-22 240374 Apr. 5-26 240373 May 3-24 ●

Wed., 6:30-7 p.m.

TAEKWONDO This popular Korean martial art form blends fast spinning kicks with punches & fighting movements. All classes are taught in small groups to maximize the personal learning experience. Sessions run month to month. Each day of the week is a separate monthly class & must be registered for independently. For best value when taking multiple classes, see unlimited & 2x/week options. Testing fees, uniforms & sparring pads not included.

BECK RECREATION CENTER 800 Telluride St.

241330 Mar. 4-25

Ages 2½-3½ with parent

240372 Apr. 1-22

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240371 May 6-27

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Sat., 10:30-11 a.m. ● $30 ($25 Resident) ● Beck

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Mon. or Wed., 5:30-6 p.m.

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Sat., 8:30-9 a.m.

Ages 6 & older

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$21 ($16 Resident) per month

Beginning level skills will be taught in small groups to maximize the personal learning experience.

Ages 4-6 (intermediate)

TAEKWONDO

240438 Mar. 2-30 240440 Apr. 4-27 240439 May 2-30

T/Th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. ● $60 ($50 Resident) ● Expo ●

KID & ADULT TAEKWONDO Ages 6 & older

AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS

240394 Mar. 2-30 240396 Apr. 4-27 240395 May 2-30 ●

T/Th, 6:30-8 p.m.

MEADOWOOD

240446 Mar. 2-30

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Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

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$21 ($16 Resident) per month

Ages 7-12 (all ranks) ●

Mon. or Wed., 6-7:15 p.m.

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Sat., 9-10:15 a.m.

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$44 ($34 Resident) per month

Ages 13 & older (all ranks) ●

Mon. & Wed., 7:15-8:45 p.m.

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Sat., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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$44 ($34 Resident) per month

2x per week (7 & older): $80 ($60 Resident) per month Unlimited Monthly Pass: $90 ($80 Res.) per month ●

Recommended for those wanting 3 or more classes

Financial aid available. Call 303.326.8650 for details.

240448 Apr. 4-27 240447 May 2-30 ● T/TH,

7-8:15 p.m. ($35 Resident) Single ● $67 ($50 Resident) families up to 4 ● $85 ($75 Resident) families of 5+ ● $42

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music | cultural arts

by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

Bring your guitar. Keyboards are provided in class but it is recommended that student has keyboard or piano at home.

MUSIC FOR KIDS PIANO/KEYBOARD

GUITAR FOR KIDS

Basic skills & chords provide the groundwork for singing & playing together.

Ages 6-8 239890 Mar. 11-May 6, Sat., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Ages 8-12 239891 Mar. 11-May 6, Sat., 10:15-11 a.m. ●

Ages 7-13

Learn the basics and how to read music while playing popular songs.

239894 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 239895 Apr. 25-May 30 ● Tue., 5-5:45 p.m. ● $88 ($68 Resident) ● Central

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MUSIC FOR ADULTS PIANO & KEYBOARD

Ages 14 & older

Learn the basics while playing the popular songs you’ve always loved!

CONTINUING KEYBOARD

239892 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

Ages 7-13

239893 Apr. 25-May 30

Continue your lessons. Prior experience required.

239879 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 239880 Apr. 25-May 30 ● Tue., 6-6:45 p.m. ● $88 ($68 Resident) ● Central Library

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Ages 18-mos-5-years.

Help your child develop an appreciation for music through singing, dancing & playing instruments.

239882 Mar. 4-25 241896 Apr. 1-22 241897 May 6-20* ● Sat., 10:30-11:15 a.m. ● $42 ($32 Resident) ● $31 ($24 Resident)* ● Tallyn’s Reach Library

Tue., 6:45-7:30 p.m. $92 ($72 Resident) ● Central ●

BEGINNING GUITAR

Ages 13 & older

Learn the fundamentals of reading music & playing melodies on your guitar.

239888 Mar. 11-May 6, Sat., 11 a.m.-noon ● $108 ($88 Resident) ●

Meadowood

School outreach programming available in Art, Dance, Music, Pottery & Theatre.

View online at auroragov.org/arts, call 303.739.6520 or email lmumpton@auroragov.org.

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nature | discover aurora's nature All programs held at Morrison Nature Center, unless noted otherwise.

Registration is required for all programs, except Star K Kids. Programs may be cancelled due to low participation or poor weather. Presentations & programs may be tailored to accommodate individuals or groups with special needs. For program details call, 303.326.8445. To register, call 303.326.8650 or auroragov.org/recreation.

DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS AT WORK ON THE PLAINS!

Denver Botanic Gardens now offers school programs at the city of Aurora's Plains Conservation Center! If you’re a teacher or parent volunteer, help your students grow their knowledge of prairie living, their experience with plains ecology & their appreciation for the natural world. The programs are cross-curricular, align with Colorado Academic Standards & emphasize student-led discovery through a variety of hands-on activities & guided explorations.

See which programs will match your students ages & school curricula on the Denver Botanic Gardens website. http:// www.botanicgardens.org/education/ schools-teachers/plains-conservationcenter

FAMILIES BIRD WALK

Ages 8 & older

Enjoy a morning bird walk at these beautiful open space areas.

241793 Mar. 11 • Quincy Reservoir 241792 May 13 • Ponderosa Preserve ● Sat., 8:30-10:30 a.m.

FISHING WITH A RANGER

All ages

Learn how to fish for rainbow trout with Ranger Aaron Staack. Bring your family & fishing rods & we’ll supply the tackle/bait.

Meet at the East dam parking lot.

241799 Mar. 14 241800 Mar. 28 241797 Apr. 11 241798 Apr. 25 241801 May 9 241802 May 23 ● Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m. ● $10 Reservoir admission fee per vehicle ● Aurora Reservoir

GREAT HORNED OWLS

Ages 10 & older

Discover the amazing nature of Aurora’s earliest nesters.

241842 Apr. 15 ● Sat., 9:30-11 a.m.

NATURE AT NIGHT

All ages

Explore nature after the sun goes down.

Nocturnal Wildlife 241837 Mar. 17 ● Fri., 7-8 p.m.

Amphibian Chorus 241809 Apr. 21 ● Fri., 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Night Sounds 241810 May 19 ● Fri., 8:15-9:15 p.m.

SUNRISE STROLL

Ages 5 & older

Early morning is a great time to look for birds & other wildlife.

Star K Ranch 241811 Mar. 18 ● Sat., 6:45-8 a.m.

SUNSET STROLL

All ages

Enjoy an evening walk to look for wildlife as the sun sets.

Jewell Wetlands 241825 Mar. 10 ● Fri., 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Quincy Reservoir 241836 May 13 ● Sat., 8-9 p.m.

WILDFLOWER WALK

Ages 10 & older

Join us for a look at spring wildflowers in this unique nature preserve.

241795 May 20 ● Sat., 9-11 a.m. ● Ponderosa Preserve

KIDS

BROWNIE WATER JOURNEY DAY

Ages 6-12

Begin your WOW: Wonders of Water Brownie Journey at this fun day full of engaging, educational & water-related activities.

241794 May 21 ● Sun., 1-4 p.m. ● $2

JUNIOR RANGERS

Ages 6-12

Learn about the plants and animals that call Star K Ranch home in this fun & educational class.

Wild & Crafty 241806 Mar. 12 Insects that Sting 241805 Apr. 9 Birds, Nests & Eggs 241807 May 14 ● Sun., 1:30-3 p.m. ● Registration required.

SPRING BREAK NATURE FUN

Ages 6-12

Join us for one, two or all three days of nature exploration at Star K Ranch. Bring snacks, a water bottle & dress to be outdoors. Registration required.

241813 Mar. 29 241814 Mar. 30 241815 Mar. 31 ● Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon ● $10

STAR K KIDS

Ages 5 & younger

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activities & discovery time on the trail. No registration required. ● Every Thu., 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

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pottery | cultural arts Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

BICENTENNIAL ART CENTER HOURS

M/T/W, 8:30 a.m.-noon/1-8 p.m.

Thu., 1-8 p.m.

Fri., 8:30 a.m.-noon/1-5 p.m.

Sat., 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

POTTERY FOR KIDS

A waiver must be signed by a parent/guardian prior to each class.

ALL THINGS SPRING

Ages 6-9

Have fun creating spring-themed pieces from clay & paint! Wear old clothes.

241320 Mar. 9-23 ● Thu., 5-6 p.m. ● $31 ($24 Resident)

MOTHER’S DAY SURPRISE

Ages 6-9

Create Mother’s Day gifts from clay & paint! Wear old clothes.

241321 Apr. 13-27 ● Thu., 5-6 p.m. ● $31 ($24 Resident)

PARENT & CHILD

Ages 5-9

Using basic techniques of hand building & creating clay objects together. One child per adult.

239934 Mar. 14-28 241312 May 2-16 ● Tue., 5-6 p.m. ● $42 ($32 Resident)

KIDS ON WHEELS

Ages 10-15

Kids haven an opportunity to express themselves through the art of throwing on a potter’s wheel. Wear old clothes.

239931 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 239932 Apr. 12-May 17 ● Wed., 5-6:30 p.m. ● $57 ($44 Resident)

TEENS & ADULTS

Ages 16 & older Call 303.344.1776 for more information.

BEGINNING POTTERY

Learn the fundamental wheel-working skills of throwing on a potter’s wheel. Supply costs $20-$35. ● Tue., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

239915 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 239916 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

239913 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 239914 Apr. 12-May 17 ● Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

239911 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 239912 Apr. 13-May 18 ● Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

241303 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 241304 Apr. 15-May 20 ● $87 ($67 Resident)

ALL LEVELS

This mixed-level class is perfect for beginners learning to throw on the wheel and also intermediate and advanced potters working on more complex projects. ● Mon., 1-4 p.m.

239904 Mar. 6-Apr. 10 239906 Apr. 17-May 22 ● Mon., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

239905 Mar. 6-Apr. 10 239907 Apr. 17-May 22 ● Tue., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

241298 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 241300 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

239908 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 239909 Apr. 15-May 20 ● $87 ($67 Resident)

ADVANCED POTTERY

For those who have mastered the basics of wheel throwing & want to expand on skills. ● Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

239899 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 239900 Apr. 13-May 18 ● $87 ($67 Resident)

HANDBUILDING

Learn the aspects of pinch, coil & soft slab construction. ● Tue., 1-4 p.m.

239924 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 239925 Apr. 18-May 23 ● Wed., 1-4 p.m.

239922 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 239923 Apr. 12-May 17 ● $87 ($67 Resident)

DATE NIGHT IN CLAY

Join us in the pottery studio for an evening of hand building. Students will make one or two pieces that they can pick up after being fired.

241317 Mar. 10 241318 Apr. 7 ● Fri., 6:30-8:30 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

HAND BUILDING WITH A NATURE THEME

This class will explore slab, coil & a variety of techniques to create pieces with a nature theme. All levels of experience welcome.

241465 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 241466 Apr. 13-May 18 ● Thu., 1-4 p.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident)

HANDMADE TOOL SERIES: WOOD RIBS

This workshop is the first in a series on making your own pottery tools & covers making wood ribs at home.

241638 May 21 ● Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. ● $59 ($45 Resident)

SURFACE DECORATING

Explore the wide variety of techniques used for surface decorating & learn to enhance your pieces.

241464 Mar. 6-Apr. 10 ● Mon., 6:30-9:30 a.m. ● $87 ($67 Resident)

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preschool | explore, play, learn Beck Preschool Lowry Preschool Meadowood 800 Telluride St. 1016 Boston St. #880 303.739.6878 303.326.8328

Preschool

Summer Valley Village Green

Preschool

3054 S. Laredo St. 17400 E. Lehigh Pl. 303.326.8304 303.326.8676

Preschool

1300 S. Chambers Cr. 303.326.8640

Pre-registration packet consisting of a physical, immunization & emergency form will be sent or emailed. These forms are due the first day of school & can be found on our website at auroragov.org/preschool. Register by calling the location you are interested in attending.

CONTINUOUS PRESCHOOL 2016/17 SCHEDULE Starts August 29, 2016 through Week of May 22, 2017 Quality classes • Qualified Early Childhood Teachers • Caring & safe environment Hands-on experiences • Discovery learning • Self-development

P/T ADVENTURES

Lowry

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T/Th, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

T/Th, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

T/Th, 12:30-3 p.m.

T/Th/F, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

T/Th/F, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

T/Th/F, 12:30-3 p.m.

Ages 18-36 mos. by 10/1/16

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Tue., 9-10 a.m.

Tue., 10:15-11:15 a.m. $42 ($32 Resident)

P/T FUNSHOP

Ages 24-36 mos. by 10/1/16

Beck

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Village Green

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M-Th, 9-11:30 a.m. ● Fri., 9-11:30 a.m.

Meadowood ● ●

T/Th, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

T/Th, 8:45-11:45 a.m.

T/Th, 12:30-3 p.m.

M/W/F, 12:30-3 p.m.

M-F, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

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Summer Valley ● T-F, 8:15-11 a.m.

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Village Green ●

Age 2½ by first day of class

Meadowood

M/W, 8:45-10:15 a.m. ● M/W/F, 10:30 a.m.-noon ● Fri., 10:30 a.m.-noon ●

Village Green

■ T/Th, 8:45-10:15 a.m.

■ T/Th, 10:30 a.m.-noon

$55 ($42 Res.) 1x wk./1½ hrs. $88 ($68 Res.) 2x wk./1½ hrs. $122 ($102 Res.) 3x wk./1½ hrs.

$74 ($57 Res.) 1x wk./2½ hrs. $111 ($91 Res.) 2x wk./2 hrs. $134 ($114 Res.) 2x wk./2½ hrs. $156 ($136 Res.) 3x wk./2 hrs. $190 ($170 Res.) 3x wk./2½ hrs. $243 ($223 Res.) 4x wk./2½ hrs. $298 ($278 Res.) 5x wk./2½ hrs.

KINDERKIDS

Entering Kindergarten 8/17 Age 4 by 10/1/16

TINY TOTS

Beck

Age 3 by 10/1/16

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M/W, 9-11:30 a.m.

M/W/F, 9-11:30 a.m. ● T/Th, 9-11:30 a.m. ● T/Th/F, 9-11:30 a.m. ● ●

Village Green M/W, 8:30-11 a.m.

M/W, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. ● T/Th, 8:30-11 a.m. ● T/Th, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. ● M/W/F, 8:30-11 a.m. ● M-Th, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $74 ($57 Res.) 1x wk./2½ hrs. $134 ($114 Res.) 2x wk./2½ hrs. $156 ($136 Res.) 2x wk./3 hrs. $190 ($170 Res.) 3x wk./2½ hrs. $224 ($204 Res.) 3x wk./3 hrs $243 ($223 Res.) 4x wk./2½ hrs. $298 ($278 Res.) 5x wk./2½ hrs. $354 ($334 Res.) 5x wk./3 hrs. $310 ($290 Res.) 2x wk./6½ hrs. $455 ($435 Res.) 3x wk./6½ hrs. ● ●

Readiness skills • Monthly charges listed • Child care licensed by State of Colorado

For 1-5 day options, call the location you're interested in.

Taking enrollments for 2016-2017.

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preschool | explore, play, learn BECK

SUMMER VALLEY

PRESCHOOL EARLY DROP

Beck Preschool is excited to offer an Early Drop-Off option for families needing care before morning & full-day preschool classes begin. Choose from a monthly rate to guarantee your child’s slot or you can utilize our daily drop-in rate on a space available basis for those families who may not need regular early care but may need care from time to time. ● Early drop off begins at 7:30 a.m. ● Call Beck Preschool Program for pricing & to register 303.739.6878

PARENT/TOT SPECIALS

Ages 1½-3 with parent (as of 10/01/16)

Engage with families, make a craft & enjoy a tasty treat.

Shenanigans 241326 Mar. 13 Springtastic 241327 Apr. 10 Tea for Two 241328 May 8 ● Mon., 9:30-11 a.m. ● $13 ($11 Resident)

VILLAGE GREEN

MEADOWOOD

PARENT/TOT SENSATIONS

FRIDAY ADVENTURES

Ages 3-6 (child only attends)

Ages 1 ½-3 (with parent)

Children will enjoy making new friends, themed crafts/activities & free choice time.

Please send a snack & water bottle with your child. Complete registration packet including Health Appraisal, Immunization Record & Emergency/Authorization Form are required before the first day of class & available for download online or can be picked up at Meadowood Recreation Center.

Fun on the Farm From homemade butter to planting seeds, life on the farm is so much fun!

241314 Mar. 3, 10, 17

A new theme each month! Make crafts, read stories & play games.

Kids and Canvas Little artists will create masterpieces using multiple art mediums.

241313 Apr. 7, 14, 21 ● $41 ($32 Resident) per month ● Fri., 12:30-2 p.m.

March Winds 241324 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 April Babies 241323 Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27 ● $55 ($42 Resident)

Preschool preregistration for 20172018 starts in March.

Call the preschool center of your choice today!

Target and national non-profit KaBoom have awarded the city of Aurora Preschool Programs a grant toward the purchase of Rigamajig TM Play Equipment System. The awarded Rigamajig will rotate around to all five preschool locations and also be used at city-wide special events.

Photo by Jason Greene

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reservoirs | and outdoors

AURORA RESERVOIR 5800 S. Powhaton Rd. 303.326.8425 main office 303.326.8430 ranger office

QUINCY RESERVOIR 18350 E. Quincy Ave. 303.326.8424 Open Mar. 1 until Oct. 31.

SEASON PASSES

An Annual Pass to the city's reservoirs is a great, economical way to enjoy Aurora Reservoir year-round & Quincy Reservoir during its season: March 1 - October 31.

Buy yours now!

Purchase online at auroragov.org/ reservoirs, at Aurora Reservoir or Aurora Municipal Center, Suite 4600. Enjoy fishing, trails, archery, wildlife viewing, nonmotorized boating, boat rentals & more!

Senior rates: 62 years & older at date of purchase.

Annual Resident . . . . $55 Annual Non-Resident . $65 Senior Resident . . . . . $45 Senior Non-Resident . $55 Passes are per vehicle.

FAMILY ARCHERY

Ages 7 & older

A fun-filled morning of archery followed by friendly competition! No experience necessary. Equipment provided or bring your own.

240458 Mar. 12 240457 Apr. 9 240456 May 14 ● Sun., 9:30 a.m.-noon ● $32 ($27 Resident) ● Meet at Beck

Now taking shelter reservations for 2017!

Call: 303.739.7213

FLY FISHING

Ages 14 & older

Learn about flies, rods, reels, lines, knots, & how to read water. Class is 3 days: 1 Thursday classroom session, 1 Thursday casting practice & 1 Saturday fishing trip.

Ages 16+ need a valid Colorado fishing license.

240451 Apr. 13 & 20 ● Fishing Trip: Apr. 22 240452 May 11 & 18 ● Fishing Trip: May 20 ● Thu., 6-8 p.m. ● $85 ($65 Resident) ● Beck

HUNTER EDUCATION

Ages 10 & older

For satisfactory completion of this 4-day course, earn your Hunter Education card from Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Under age 12 must have parent attend.

240454 Mar. 7-15, Tue./Wed., 5:30-9 p.m. ● $10 ● Beck

YOUTH JOAD ARCHERY

Ages 7-16

Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) is a program of USA Archery that teaches archery to young people, provides great opportunities for awarding achievement, & helps archers to enjoy the sport recreationally or progress to the excitement of competition! This beginner level class is designed for first time archers or beginners interested in learning this great Olympic sport.

240462 Mar. 1-29 240461 Apr. 5-26 240460 May 3-31 ● Wed., 4:15-5:15 p.m. ● $65 ($50 Resident) ● Meadowood

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sports | adult ADULT SPORTS

For a complete listings of our league descriptions and offerings or to register, visit www.auroragov.org/adultsports

ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES

Ages 16 & older

Time to have some fun! Get your team together, pick a league and send a representative to the league’s manager meeting listed. You can place a deposit when registering, but league fees should be paid by the league’s manager meeting.

FREE AGENT LIST

Are you a player looking for a team or a team looking to add a player?

Check out our Free Agent list. Call us at 303.326.8700 to be added or to find a player. There is no guarantee you will find a team or player, but this list is a central location for all.

SUMMER SOFTBALL

Friends playing softball in Aurora is a great way to have fun. Men’s, Coed, & Women league play begins the week of May 7.

Team representative must attend the league manager meeting at 6:30 p.m. on May 3 at the Aurora Municipal Center, Council Chambers. ● Sun.-Fri. nights ● May 7-Aug. 11 ● Registration Deadline: Apr. 21 ● Team fees $640 / team (10 games with playoffs)

SUMMER KICKBALL

Play the game you played as a kid. All leagues are Coed. League play begins June 7. Team representative must attend the league manager meeting at 6:30 p.m. on May 31 at the Aurora Municipal Center, Fletcher Room. ● Wed. nights Jun. 7-Aug. 11 ● Registration Deadline: May 19 ● Team fees $325 / team (6 games with playoffs)

SENIOR SOFTBALL

Ages 50 & older

Teams play in the Colorado Senior Softball Association league. Games start in April.

70’s play on Mondays and 50+ leagues play on Wednesdays. If you are interested as a team or individual call our office for more information.

VOLLEYBALL – INDOOR

Looking for something new to get involved in? Our double header volleyball program is now offering: Men’s BB & B (NEW) Women’s BB & B, Coed Rec, Coed BB & B levels of competition. All leagues have a minimum 10 match season to include an end-of-season tournament. ● BB: League is comprised of teams with experienced players that understand offense and defensive positioning. For example a team might want to run a 6-2 or a 5-1 offense. Pass, set, hit!

Team participates for good competition, winning is fun & losing means the other team got lucky. ● B: Recreational teams with average experienced players with some less experienced players. Teams participate for fun & good competition, sometimes you win & sometimes you lose. ● Rec: Leisure teams with less experienced & inexperienced players.

The team participates for fun & enjoyment, not overly concerned with win/loss results.

Spring Season ● Mon.-Wed. nights Mar. 6-May 17 (NO PLAY DATES: Mar. 27-31) ● Registration Deadline: Feb. 13 ● Team fees $300 / team (8 match with tournament)

VOLLEYBALL – SAND/GRASS NEW! Spring Season: May 1-31 ● Registration Deadline: Apr. 14 ● Team fees $65 / team (5 matches includes T-shirt) 241654 Coed 4’s BB-Mon.-Grass 241787 Coed 4’s B-Mon.-Grass 241752 Coed 6's B-Mon.-Grass 241756 Coed Rec-Mon.-Grass 241759 Women’s Dbl’s BB-Tue.-Sand 241789 Women’s Dbl’s B-Tue.-Sand 241791 Women’s 4’s BB-Tue.-Sand 241758 Women’s 4’s B-Tue.-Sand 241784 Women’s 4’s Rec-Tue.-Sand 241790 Men’s Dbl’s BB-Tue.-Sand 241780 Men’s 4’s BB-Tue.-Sand 241781 Men’s 4’s B-Tue.-Sand 241783 Men’s 4’s Rec-Tue.-Sand 241788 Coed 4’s B-Wed.-Sand 241753 Coed 6's B-Wed.-Grass 241757 Coed Rec-Wed.-Sand

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sports | adult/raquetball VOLLEYBALL SAND/GRASS Coming soon!

CREDIT & REFUND POLICY

Due to inclement weather or circumstances beyond our control, it is possible that all scheduled games cannot be completed within the advertised dates of the season. The City of Aurora will make every reasonable effort to reschedule games & practices. A season will be considered complete when a team has 2 games remaining. Teams/ Individuals not reaching the minimum game threshold are eligible for credit or refund. Individual refunds/credits are based on an individual case & are subject to pro-rated criteria.

SPORTS OFFICIALS NEEDED!

Do you have officiating experience?

Would you like to use your love for sports & learn to be a sports official? Our officials are independent contractors. We have clinics that cover rules, mechanics, game management, policies and procedures. Call 303.326.8700 to join a great sports officiating crew! ● Visit www.teamsideline.com/aurora to find schedules, rules and other league information.

BECK RACQUETBALL

Call 303.739.6888 for reservations.

Eye wear is highly recommended for all participants.

RESERVATIONS

Call 303.739.6888 to speak with a Beck staff member, voice mail messages are not accepted. Protective eye wear is highly recommended. To ensure court reservations all participants must check in at the Beck front desk. Reservations are only held 10 minutes after your scheduled court time.

Court Times at Beck Mon.-Thu., 6 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fri., 6 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sat., 6 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sun., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

RACQUETBALL LESSONS

Ages 5 & older

Call 303.739.6889 to register Semi-Private ● $11 per person per hour Private Lessons ● $22 per hour

DROP–IN RACQUETBALL CHALLENGE NIGHT

Ages 16 & older

Mon., 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Racquetball Courts 3 & 4 ● Drop-in fee or membership ● ●

BADMINTON

Ages 12 & older

Bring your own racquet. Birdies provided. ● Beck Center ● $16 ($13 Resident) 241308 Mar. 241310 Apr. 241309 May ● M/F, 8 a.m.-noon 241306 Mar. 241311 Apr. 241307 May ● T/Th, 6-8:30 p.m.

TENNIS AURORA TENNIS FESTIVAL

Ages 4 & older

FREE Tennis event for youth and their families. You’ve always wanted to try tennis & now you can!

240048 Mar. 25 ● Sat., 10 a.m.-noon ● Utah

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sports | tennis NEW KIDS ON THE COURT

COURT ENFORCER - INTERMEDIATE

Aqua Vista 240131 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240135 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240132 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m. ● $28 ($21 Resident) 240133 May 1-24, M/W, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240136 May 2-25, T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240134 May 6-27, Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m. ● $28 ($21 Resident)

Aqua Vista

Meadowood 240142 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240138 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240139 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m. ● $28 ($21 Resident) 240143 May 1-24, M/W, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240140 May 2-25, T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240141 May 6-27, Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m. ● $28 ($21 Resident) Utah Park 240147 May 1-24, M/W, 5-5:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident) 240148 May 2-25, T/Th, 5-5:45 p.m. ● $55 ($42 Resident)

COURT ENFORCER - BEGINNERS Aqua Vista 240050 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 5-6 p.m. ● $67 ($52 Resident) 240051 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ● $36 ($28 Resident) 240052 May 1-24, M/W, 5-6 p.m. ● $67 ($52 Resident) 240053 May 6-27, Sat., 10:45-11:45 a.m. ● $36 ($28 Resident) Meadowood 240057 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 5-6 p.m. ● $67 ($52 Resident) 240058 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ● $36 ($21 Resident) 240059 May 2-25, T/Th, 5-6 p.m. ● $67 ($52 Resident) 240060 May 6-27, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ● $36 ($28 Resident)

240073 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 5-6 p.m. ●

240070 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240074 May 2-24, T/Th, 5-6 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240072 May 6-27, Sat., 10:45-11:45 a.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Meadowood 240080 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 5-6 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240078 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240081 May 1-24, M/W, 5-6 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240079 May 6-27, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Utah Park 240086 May 2-25, T/Th, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

JUNIOR ACER - BEGINNERS Aqua Vista 240090 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240091 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240092 May 1-24, M/W, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240093 May 6-27 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Meadowood 240097 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240098 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240099 May 2-25, T/Th, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240100 May 6-27, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Utah Park 240104 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 7-8 p.m. ●

Utah

$67 ($52 Resident)

$67 ($52 Resident)

240066 May 1-24, M/W, 6-7 p.m.

240106 May 1-24, M/W, 7-8 p.m.

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$67 ($52 Resident)

$67 ($52 Resident)

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sports | tennis JUNIOR ACER - INTERMEDIATE

ADULT - BEGINNER CONTINUED

Aqua Vista

Utah

240113 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

240041 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240110 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240114 May 2-25, T/Th, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240112 May 6-27, Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Meadowood 240120 Apr. 3-26, M/W, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240117 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

240121 May 1-24, M/W, 6-7 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240119 May 6-27, Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m. ●

$36 ($28 Resident)

Utah Park 240124 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 7-8 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

SPRING BREAK TENNIS CAMP

Players will learn the game of tennis through different play stations each day to include Tennis Four Square, Agility Course, HopScotch & Modified Match Play. Please bring racquet, tennis shoes & water bottle.

Ages 6-10 240152 Mar. 27-31

Ages 11-14 240151 Mar. 27-31

M-F, 9 a.m.-noon ● $125 ($100 Resident) ●

ADULT - BEGINNER

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$67 ($52 Resident)

240043 May 2-25, T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

ADULT - INTERMEDIATE Aqua Vista 240019 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

240020 May 6-27, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

Meadowood 240024 Apr. 4-27, T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240021 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

240026 May 2-25, T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240022 May 6-27, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

Utah 240029 May 1-24, M/W, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

TENNIS EVENTS FOR ADULTS FRIDAY TENNIS CLUB

Players of all ability levels learn mechanics as well as match play! NTRP not required.

240205 Apr. 7 240206 Apr. 14 240207 Apr. 21 240208 Apr. 28 240201 May 5 240202 May 12 240203 May 19

Aqua Vista

240204 May 26

240032 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

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$55 ($42 Resident)

240033 May 6-27, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

Meadowood 240036 Apr. 3-24, M/W, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240034 Apr. 8-29, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

$55 ($42 Resident)

240038 May 1-24, M/W, 6-7:30 p.m. ●

$67 ($52 Resident)

240035 May 6-27, Sat., 9-10:30 a.m. ●

Fri., 9:30-11:30 a.m. $10 ($1 discount if signed up for 2+ days ● Meadow Hills ●

PROFESSIONAL TENNIS RACKET STRINGING

Get ready for the season. Have your racquet tuned up & re-strung by our tennis pro. Call the Aurora Sports Office to schedule your racquet tune-up at 303.326.8700. ● Prices range from $25-$40

$55 ($42 Resident)

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sports | youth sports YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS & CLINICS

Call: 303.326.8700

HOT SHOT LIL’ STARS

Online: auroragov.org/youthsports

Ages 3-5 with parent

In Person:

● $55 ($45 Resident)

REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Ste. 1900

● Falcon Creek M.S.

Parent/child class on the basic fundamentals of basketball, soccer & T-ball. Fee includes T-shirt.

We honor friend & coach requests.

Practices are generally held near your area.

Special Registration Day:

Feb. 25-Apr. 8 239852 Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

239853 Sat., 10-10:45 a.m.

Sat., Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Play It Again Sports-Aurora. Register for all

239854 Sat., 11-11:45 a.m.

city youth sports leagues. Discounts on

Apr. 15-May 20 239855 Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

239856 Sat., 10-10:45 a.m.

239857 Sat., 11-11:45 a.m.

equipment.

BASKETBALL LEAGUES BASKETBALL GAMES ONLY

Registration Deadlines: Registrations taken after the deadline may be assessed a $10 late fee & taken on a space available basis.

Volunteer Coaches:

Grades 2-7 (as of 9/1/16)

We count on volunteer coaches to run

Keep your current team together or play on a new team. No practices. We are looking for volunteer coaches. Each team must have a volunteer adult coach Fee includes game shirt. 8-game season Grades 2-3 Boys 241467 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Grades 2-3 Girls 241482 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Grades 4-5 Boys 241468 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Grades 4-5 Girls 241469 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Grades 6-7 Boys 241470 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Grades 6-7 Girls 241481 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 ● Reg. Deadline: Mar. 3 ● Boys & Girls ● $80 ($70 Resident)

our programs. Training provided. Call

HOT SHOT BASKETBALL LEAGUES Age as of 3/11/17)

303.326.8700 if interested.

Join Our Team: We need your financial support to help provide leagues for over 10,000 youth in Aurora! Your dollars provide scholarships, T-shirts & equipment. In return, your business receives promotional opportunities.

303.326.8700.

CITY OF AURORA SPORTS CREDIT & REFUND POLICY Due to inclement weather or circumstances beyond our control, it is

● $78 ($60 Resident)

These are now practice/play leagues. Each team will have a full practice on Mar. 11.

Beginning Mar. 18 teams will practice for 20 minutes, then play against another team for a 40 minute game. No weekday evening practices, everything takes place on Saturdays at Horizon Middle School.

The practice/play schedule will be available online at auroragov.org/youthsports beginning Mar. 10. ● Reg. Deadline: Mar. 3 ● Boys & Girls ● 6 Game Season ● Saturdays Ages 4-5 239955 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Ages 6-7 239956 Mar. 18-Apr. 29

possible that all scheduled games cannot be completed within the advertised dates of the season. The city of Aurora will make every reasonable effort to reschedule cancelled games and practices. A season will be considered complete when a team has two games remaining. Teams/Individuals not reaching the minimum game threshold are eligible for pro-rated credits. Lost practice sessions are not eligible for credit or refund. Individual refunds/ credits are based on an individual case and are subject to pro-rated criteria.

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sports | youth sports SPRING LEAGUES T-BALL LEAGUE

Ages 4 & 5 (as of 3/1/17)

● $72 ($62 Resident) Hit from a batting tee, run the bases, catch & throw. Participation & fun! Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area ball fields. Fee includes T-shirt & cap. Bring your ball glove. Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Kohrs Orthodontics for sponsoring.

239806 Mar. 27-May 4 ● Reg. Deadline: Mar. 6 ● Practices: Wk. of Mar. 13 ● Boys & Girls ● 6 Game Season ● Games: Mon.-Thu.

BOYS BASEBALL LEAGUE

Ages 6-14 (as of 9/1/16)

● Coach Pitch: $75 ($65 Resident) ● Play Pitch $90 ($80 Resident)

Play Ball! Develop skills, teamwork & good sportsmanship in a supportive environment. Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area ballfields. Fee includes T-shirt & cap. Bring your baseball glove. Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Kohrs Orthodontics for sponsoring. ● Reg. Deadline: Mar. 6 ● Practices: Wk. of Mar. 13 ● Boys Only ● 6 Game Season ● Games: Saturdays BASEBALL COACH PITCH Ages 6-8 239800 Mar. 27-May 4 BASEBALL PLAYER PITCH Ages 8-10 239801 Apr. 1-May 6 Ages 10-12 239798 Apr. 1-May 6 Ages 12-14 239799 Apr. 1-May 6

LACROSSE CO-ED

Ages 6-14 • (as of 3/1/17)

● $110 ($100 Resident) Fundamentals of team sports: stick handling, stops, turns, shooting, trapping.

Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches.

Travel 3-4 Saturdays to play teams from other cities. Bring your mouth guard, helmet with cage, elbow pads, sticks, gloves, & protective cup (boys). Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & C.A.R.A. (Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics)for sponsoring. ● Boys & Girls ● 7 Game Season ● Games: Sat. ● Practices: Wk. of Mar. 6 Reg. Deadline: Mar. 1 Ages 8-10 239802 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Ages 10-12 239803 Mar. 18-Apr. 29 Ages 12-14 239804 Mar. 18-Apr. 29

SPRING BREAK SOCCER CAMP

Ages 5-14

● $103 ($93 Resident) A great camp for soccer enthusiasts to improve their skills, work hard, make new friends & have fun! Beneficial for beginners as well as advanced players. Competitions & small side tactical games reinforce fundamentals. Fee includes T-Shirt.

239830 Mar. 27-30 ● Mon.-Thu., 9-11:30 a.m. ● Horizon M.S.

CO-REC SOCCER LEAGUE

Get ready to score some goals! Have a great time learning the fundamentals of soccer. Emphasis is on the basics of soccer in a fun, supportive environment.

Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches.

Games played at the Aurora Sports Park.

Fee includes T-shirt. Shin guards required.

Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora.

SOCCER LEAGUE

Ages 3-13 Preschool (must be age 3 by 3/1/17) ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

$97 ($87 Resident) Reg. Deadline: Feb. 20 Practices: Begin week of Mar. 6 Boys & Girls 8 Game Season Games begin: Mar. 18 Games: Saturdays

LEAGUE PLAY 3v3 Ages 3 & 4 • 239835 LEAGUE PLAY 4v4 6 & under • 239833 LEAGUE PLAY 5v5 8 & under • 239834 LEAGUE PLAY 8v8 10 & under • 239832 12 & under • 239831

LIL SPIKES VOLLEYBALL

Ages 5-7

● $35 ($30 Resident) Learn the fundamentals of volleyball while having fun! This instructional class meets once a week to practice all of the volleyball basics. Fee includes T-shirt. Wear shorts or sweats & athletic shoes. Knee pads recommended.

239837 Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20 ● Mon., 6:15-7:15 p.m. ● Horizon M.S. 239838 Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24 ● Mon., 6:15-7:15 p.m. ● Horizon M.S.

VOLLEYBALL CLINIC

Ages 18 & under

● $33 ($25 Resident) Improve your game in just one day! Skills & drills.

Ages 11 & under 239840 Mar. 4 ● Sat., 1-2:45 p.m. ● Sky Vista M.S. Ages 12 & older 239841 Mar. 4 ● Sat., 3-4:45 p.m. ● Sky Vista M.S.

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sports | youth sports VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

Ages 18 & under (as of 9/1/16) ● $95 ($85 Resident) Learn the fundamentals of team sports & volleyball: serve, pass, set, hit. Everyone plays! Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area schools.

Fee includes T-shirt. Sponsors are Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Elevate Ortho.

Ages 8 & under, practices are held before games. This program follows the CCPS traditional school schedule. ● Reg. Deadline: Feb. 15 ● Practices: Wk. of Feb. 27 ● Games: Mar. 10-Apr. 28 ● Boys & Girls ● 7 Game Season

8 & under* 239807 • Saturday games 10 & under 239809 • Saturday games 12 & under 239810 • Friday games 14 & under 239812 • Friday games 18 & under 239813 • Friday games

YOUTH SPORTS SUMMER LEAGUES SUMMER T-BALL LEAGUE

Ages 4 & 5 (as of 6/1/17)

Hit from a batting tee, run the bases, catch & throw. Participation & fun! Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area ball fields. Fee includes T-shirt & cap. Bring your ball glove. Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Kohrs Orthodontics for sponsoring. ● Reg. Deadline: May 19 ● Practices: Wk. of May 29 ● Boys & Girls ● 6 Game Season ● Games: Mon.-Thu. Ages 4 & 5 Mon., June 12-July 27 Tue., June 12-July 27 Wed., June 12-July 27 Thu., June 12-July 27 ● $72 ($62 Resident)

241460 241462 241463 241461

NEW THIS SUMMER! FULL-DAY YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS

Be on the lookout for our summer camp guide featuring full details about these exciting new camps.

SUMMER BOYS BASEBALL LEAGUE

Ages 6-14 (as of 9/1/16)

Play Ball! Develop skills, teamwork & good sportsmanship in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area ball fields. Fee includes T-shirt & cap. Bring your baseball glove.

Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Kohrs Orthodontics for sponsoring. ● Reg. Deadline: May 8 ● Practices: Wk. of May 22 ● Boys only ● 8 Game Season BASEBALL COACH PITCH Ages 6-8 241455 June 5-Aug. 3 ● ●

$105 ($95 Resident) Games: Mon.-Thu.

BASEBALL PLAYER PITCH $110 ($100 Resident) Games: Sat. June 3-July 29 (long pants required)

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Ages 8-10 241456 Ages 10-12 241453 Ages 12-14 241454

SUMMER GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE

Ages 6-14 (as of 9/1/16)

Play Ball! Develop skills, teamwork & good sportsmanship in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area ball fields. Fee includes T-shirt. Bring your softball glove. Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Kohrs Orthodontics for sponsoring. ● Reg. Deadline: May 8 ● Practices: Wk. of May 22 ● Girls only ● 8 Game Season SOFTBALL COACH PITCH ● $95 ($85 Resident) ● Games: Tue. Ages 6-8 241458 June 6-Aug. 4 SOFTBALL PLAYER PITCH ● $105 ($98 Resident) (long pants required) Ages 9-11 241459 June 7-Aug. 2 ● Games: Wed. Ages 12-14 241457 June 8-Aug. 3 ● Games: Thu. *NEW - CARA Volleyball Tournaments offer to teams who wish to participate.

These are scheduled in the metro area at a low cost. Best value around!

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theatre | cultural arts Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

Cultural Services Division

ANANSI THE SPIDER TALES

Ages 4-7

Travel to Africa & the world of Anansi the Spider, storyteller & trickster.

241489 Mar. 7-Apr. 18 ● Tue., 4:30-6 p.m. ● $70 ($54 Resident) ● Mission Viejo Library

THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS

Ages 6-10

As told by Alexander T. Wolf. Make this popular fractured fairy tale come to life.

241491 Mar. 8-Apr. 26 ● Wed., 5-6:30 p.m. ● $75 ($58 Resident) ● Beck

THE PETER PAN PLAY

Ages 7-12

Explore the magical world of Peter Pan, in a setting that offers room for creative expression.

241490 Mar. 11-May 6 ● Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ● $85 ($65 Resident) ● Tallyn’s Reach Library

SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK

Ages 8-15

Learn music & movement & perform an original musical revue.

241635 Mar. 11-Apr. 29 ● Sat., 9 a.m.-noon ● $110 ($90 Resident) ● Aurora Fox Arts Center

AUDITIONS

Ages 9-16

Select & perform a memorized audition piece or “Monologue” while learning about cold readings & other tricks of the trade.

241634 Mar. 11-May 6 ● Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ● $85 ($65 Resident) ● Central Library

ON-CAMERA II

Ages 10-18

Learn the basic skills & terminology for acting in television & films.

241632 Mar. 11-May 13 ● Sat., 1-3 p.m. ● $105 ($85 Resident) ● Central Library

FREAK THE MIGHTY

Ages 11-15

Become characters from the book & create scenes through improvisation.

241633 Apr. 10-May 15 ● Mon., 5-6:30 p.m. ● $70 ($54 Resident) ● Central Library

ADULT

Ages 18 & older

INTRO TO ACTING

Learn improvisation, character development & monologue preparation.

242841 Mar. 19-Apr. 9 ● Sun., 1-2:30 p.m. ● $47 ($36 Resident) ● ACAA

therapeutics | social enrichment Therapeutic Recreation Enrich, Expand, Enhance & Grow Beck: 303.739.6888 800 Telluride St. 80011 www.auroragov.org/therapeutics

The city of Aurora is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in recreation programs. We provide an opportunity to experience programs of social enrichment, arts, culture, excursions, sports and fitness in a positive, healthy and fun environment. ● Programs for ages 3 & older ● Event times/locations vary

NEW & SEASONAL PROGRAMS

Spring Social Come enjoy dancing, games, snacks & socializing to bring in the May flowers.

Special Olympics Soccer Learn the fundamentals of soccer and enhance your game play, while having fun with your friends.

Nature Encounters Chance to gain knowledge & experience the variety of wildlife surrounds you.

Spring Break A variety of fun & engaging programs provided during school break

ONGOING PROGRAMS:

Movin’ Mondays Develop gross motor skills, get exercise

& have fun with your friends through a variety of physical activities.

Adaptive Gymnastics This class increases as participant’s coordination & motor skills in a sensory friendly environment.

1:1 Opportunities Complete a short assessment with Therapeutic staff member to develop a workout plan with individualized goals.

Meet on a consistent basis with staff to receive support & encouragement to reach your goals to ultimately navigate recreation services as independently as possible.

Excursions Weekly opportunity to explore Colorado, while enhancing social & independent skills.

Wednesday & Saturday Bowling Have fun while enhancing & development sportsmanship & social skills.

INCLUSION

We welcome children, youth & adults with special needs interested in participating in general recreation programs alongside their peers without disabilities. This is a great way to make new friends & explore more programs. For more information or to have an inclusion assessment completed, contact our department. ● Bilingual staff member available ● Call 303.326.8410 to receive more information or to become a volunteer for our programs.

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Most city facilities are available for parties & rentals. Call the specific facility for rental details.

AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS (ACAA)

30 Del Mar Cr. 80011 303.739.7950

THE AURORA FOX

9900 E. Colfax Ave. 80010 303.739.1970

AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM

15051 E. Alameda Parkway 80012 303.739.6660 303.739.6661/historic preservation

AURORA RESERVOIR

5800 S. Powhaton Rd. 80016 303.326.8425/main office 303.326.8430/park rangers

BECK RECREATION CENTER & GYMNASIUM

800 Telluride St. 80011 303.739.6888 303.739.6891/fitness 303.739.6889/outdoor & rentals 303.739.6878/preschool 303.739.6888/racquetball 303.326.8410/therapeutics

BICENTENNIAL ART CENTER

13655 E. Alameda Ave. 80012 303.344.1776

CENTRAL LIBRARY

14949 E. Alameda Parkway 80012 303.739.6640 303.326.8308/dance

DELANEY FARM

170 S. Chambers Rd. 80017 303.326.8708/youth dev.

EXPO RECREATION CENTER

MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY

10955 E. Exposition Ave. 80012 303.326.8630

15324 E. Hampden Circle 80013 303.326.8600

REGISTRATION/ SPORTS OFFICE

MOORHEAD RECREATION CENTER

15151 E. Alameda Parkway Ste. 1900, 80012 303.326.8650/registration 303.326.8700/sports

HOFFMAN MUNICIPAL SERVICES CENTER

1298 Peoria St. Library Computer Center 303.739.1572 Youth Community Center 303.739.1570

LOWRY INTERGENERATIONAL CENTER

1016 Boston St. #880, 80230 303.326.8328/preschool 303.326.8320/Morning Star

MEADOWOOD RECREATION CENTER & GYMNASTICS

3054 S. Laredo St., 80013 303.326.8300 303.326.8310/gymnastics 303.326.8304/preschool

MEADOW HILLS FITNESS/DANCE STUDIO

3609 S. Dawson St., 80014 303.326.8300

2390 Havana St., 80010 303.326.8315

MORRISON NATURE CENTER/STAR K RANCH

16002 E. Smith Rd., 80011 303.326.8445

SUMMER VALLEY CENTER

17400 E. Lehigh Pl., 80013 303.326.8676

TALLYN’S REACH LIBRARY

23911 E. Arapahoe Rd. 80016 303.627.3050

VILLAGE GREEN CENTER

1300 S. Chambers Cr. 80012 303.326.8640

POOLS BECK INDOOR POOL

800 Telluride St., 80011 303.739.6919

UTAH INDOOR POOL

1800 S. Peoria St., 80012 303.739.1530 303.739.1535/aquatics admin

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