MAYOR MRAKAS

Coming together to celebrate Black history and excellence February is Black History Month, and it’s an incredibly important time to celebrate and learn about the important contributions that Black Canadians have made to communities across Canada, including here in Aurora. This year, the Town of Aurora has partnered with the Aurora Black Community Association (ABC) to bring residents and the community exciting opportunities throughout February to learn and celebrate Aurora’s Black community and our diverse and rich cultures.

I highly encourage residents to take part in the celebrations and make a concerted effort to learn about Black history in Canada. In addition to celebrating Black history and excellence, Black History Month is also a time to double down on our commitment to ending all forms of racism in our communities and working to build diversity, inclusion and equity into everything that we do.

Later in 2023, I will be hosting a Mayor’s roundtable with leaders from our Black community to better understand how Town programs and services can respond to the needs of community members. More details will be available on the roundtable in the coming months.

In the meantime, you can celebrate Black history and excellence through a number of activities that the Town is supporting, including: the Pan-African Flag Raising at Town Hall, a Black History Gala (featuring keynote speaker, the Honourable Jean Augustine), a Paint and Poetry Night, Diversity on Ice, and more.

For information on all upcoming Black History Month events, visit aurora.ca/blackhistorymonth.

I hope to see you around town at these exciting events!

Registrations are open for Recreation and Aquatic programs. To register online, go to aurora.ca/recguide and view our online guide. Once you have selected the program you wish to register for, simply click on the code # and you will automatically be directed to our e-PLAY online registration system. You can also visit the A.F.L.C. or S.A.R.C. to pay in-person.

Preschool Drop-In

Having fun with your preschooler just became a little bit easier! Come play with your child (newborn to 5 years) on a variety of gross motor equipment, learning stations and more. Our Preschool Drop-In takes place on Saturday at the S.A.R.C. Check out our preschool webpage for full details at aurora.ca/preschool

Aurora Family Leisure Centre Gymnasium Drop-In

We have plenty of family friendly gymnasium activities for everyone to enjoy. Our A.F.L.C. Drop-In schedule includes parent and child open gym, youth and adult basketball, and so much more. Check out our A.F.L.C. Drop-In webpage for full details at aurora.ca/aflcdropin

Family Day Weekend Holiday Schedule - Programs & Activities

Have fun over the Family Day holiday weekend! We have programs and activities for everyone to enjoy. Visit our Holiday Schedules webpage for full details at aurora.ca/holidayschedules

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