Aurora Recrecation Guide Spring 2016

MARCH, APRIL, MAY 2016

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June 11 KidSpree July 4 4th of July Spectacular Aug. 20 Global Fest Oct. 8 & 9 Punkin Chunkin Dec. 6 Holiday Tree Lighting

CONTENTS 42 4 History Museum

Aquatics

10 Art 12 Computers & Online 13 Cooking 18 Crafts & Hobbies 19 Dance 21 Dog Training 22 Drama 23 Fifty plus 32 Fitness 38 Golf 39 Gymnastics

43 Martial Arts 44 Music 45 Nature 46 Pottery 47 Preschool 49 Reservoirs & Outdoors

51

Sports 51 Adult Sports 52 Tennis & Racquet Sports 56 Youth Sports

60 Summer Camps 61 Teens/Therapeutics

ON THE COVER Face-off with Aurora Lacrosse! Learn the game & the skills to become part of a team.

For more information see page 57.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT 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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REGISTER BY PHONE 303.326.8650 • 303.326.8652 (Spanish) Pay by credit card or electronic check

To receive the Aurora Resident discount, please provide your valid Aurora mailing address at the time of registration. Please see our Registration page in the middle

REGISTER IN PERSON

of this book for a

Registration Main Office

complete list of

15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Suite 1900 Aurora, CO 80012

registration policies

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& our satisfaction

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AQUATICS

Aquatics Admin. Office 1800 S. Peoria St. • Aurora, CO 80012 303.739.1535 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics Registration Line: 303.326.8650

RECREATION PASSES Buy one Recreation Pass & get unlimited drop-in use of three centers: ■ Aurora Center for Active Adults ■ Beck 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 recreation pass prices.

SWIM LESSON DESCRIPTIONS ( ) = Ratio of Instructor to Number of Students ■ Learn to swim in a progressive manner.

■ Skill levels may be repeated.

■ Don’t know which class to take? Call any pool for guidance or stop by for testing during Public Swim hours.

■ All lessons include water safety skills.

■ Proper swimwear required.

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 3 sec.

MINNOW (1:6)

Ages 3-5 • Basic swim skills. Front & back crawl arms.

STARFISH (1:6)

THINK SAFETY FIRST: AVOID ACCIDENTS

Ages 3-6 • Rotary breathing. Combine strokes & kicks.

Pool accidents occur on

Ages 5-13 • Breath control. Front & back crawl w/kick for 15 yds.

deck & in shallow areas through carelessness, horseplay & running.

Please make sure you & your child obey, understand & respect our lifeguards & pool rules. Following safety rules & procedures is for everyone’s protection & enjoyment.

Children under 7: must be supervised by a parent or guardian age 12+. Children ages 23 months & under: free admission with parent

SEAHORSE (1:7)

Ages 5-13 • Front & back floats. Float w/o support 5 sec.

STINGRAY (1:7) 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.

DIVING (1:8)

Ages 6 & older • Basic to advanced skills.

or guardian.

Swim diapers required if not potty trained.

Beck & Utah indoor pools both offer a lift for those with special needs to assist with entering & exiting the water.

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AQUATICS

beck indoor pool 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6919 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics

BECK POOL SWIM LESSONS

BECK POOL PUBLIC SWIM HOURS

WEEKDAY LESSONS (M/W & T/TH) Session 1: Feb. 29-Mar. 24 (4 wks.)

■ $47

($36 Resident) 30 min. lessons Lessons Mar. 28-31 Session 2: Apr. 4-May 12 (6 wks.)

■ $70 ($54 Resident) ■ No

Begins Sat., Feb. 27

SATURDAY LESSONS Session 1: Mar. 5-26 (4 wks.)

OPEN SWIM HOURS M/W... 1:35-3:50 p.m.

M/W... 7:45 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

T/Th... 1-3:50 p.m.

Fri...... 1:35-4:50 p.m.

Sat..... 1-5:50 p.m.

Sun.... 12N-4:50 p.m.

■ $23

($18 Resident) 30 min. lessons ($27 Resident) 45 min. lessons• ■ No Lessons Apr. 2 Session 2: Apr. 9- May 14 (6 wks.)

■ $35 ($27 Resident) 30 min. lessons ■ $53 ($41 Resident) 45 min. lessons • ■ $35

PARENT & TOT T/Th T/Th T/Th Sat., Sat.,

10:15-10:45 a.m.

4-4:30 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

10:15-10:45 a.m.

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 5:30-6 p.m.

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

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

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

Sat., 11:15-11:45 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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230203 230205 230207 230209 230211 230213 230215 230217

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LAP SWIM HOURS M-Th... 5:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Sat..... 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 Ages 18 & older Sun.... 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

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

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

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

13-15 w/adult & 16-17 Sun...... 12N-3 p.m.

M/W...... 2-3:50 p.m. &

8 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

T/Th..... 1-3:50 p.m.

Fri........ 2-4:50 p.m.

Sat....... 1-5:50 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 Adult $4.00 Young Adults $3.50 Senior (62+) $3.50 Youth (2-17) $3.00 For memberships & passes visit www.auroragov.org/ beckcenter.

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AQUATICS

beck indoor pool 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6919 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics

AQUA FITNESS AT BECK POOL AQUA FITNESS 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.

ARTHRITIS CLASS M-F...... 9:05-10:05 a.m.

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

T/Th..... 7:35-8:35 p.m.

JR. LIFEGUARDING Ages 11-14 Develop the skills associated with Lifeguarding & Swim Instruction. Upon completion, become a volunteer Junior Lifeguard or Assistant Swim Instructor at one of our 9 pools. Must be able to swim 25 yds. & be comfortable in deep water.

230080 Mar. 28-31 ■ M-Th, ■ $47

11 a.m.-3 p.m. ($36 Resident)

LIFEGUARD TRAINING Ages 15 & older Learn the skills necessary to respond to aquatic emergencies. Must be at least age 15 by the end of the course. You must attend all classes, swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl & breaststroke, surface dive 10 -12 ft. to retrieve a 10 lb. object, return to the surface & swim 20 yards back to starting point.

230084 Apr. 12-May 5 ■ T/Th 5-9 p.m.

■ $95

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 5:30-6 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.

Sat., 12:15-12:45 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.

STINGRAY

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

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

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

•Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.

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

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

ADULT & TEEN BEGINNER T/Th 5-5:30 p.m.

•Sat., 8-8:45 a.m.

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230127 230129 230131 231055 230133 230135 230137

230179 230181 230183 230185 230187 230189 230191 230193 230195 230197

230180 230182 230184 230186 230188 230190 230192 230194 230196 230198

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ADULT & TEEN INTERMEDIATE •Sat., 8:45-9:30 a.m.

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AQUATICS

utah indoor pool 1800 S. Peoria St. • Aurora, CO 80012 303.739.1530 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics

UTAH POOL SWIM LESSONS

UTAH POOL PUBLIC SWIM HOURS

WEEKDAY EVENING LESSONS (M/W or T/Th) Session 1: Feb. 1- 25 (4 wk.)

Session 2: Feb. 29-Mar. 24 (4 wk.)

■ $47

($36 Resident)

Session 3: Apr. 4-May 5 (5 wk.)

■ $58

($45 Resident)

WEEKEND LESSONS (Sat. OR Sun.) Session 1: Feb. 20-Mar. 20 (5 wk.)

■ $29 ■ $44

($22 Resident) ($34 Resident) 45 min. lessons•

Begins Sunday, Mar. 5

Utah Pool Closed Mar. 27

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.

Session 2: Apr. 9-May 15 (6 wk.)

■ $35

($27 Resident)

■ $52 ($41 Resident) 45 min.

■ No classes Mar. 26-Apr. 3

PARENT & TOT

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TADPOLE

M/W 9:30-10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

GUPPY

M/W 9:30-10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

T/Th 10-10:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sat., 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.

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

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

LEISURE POOL

M-Th 10:30 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

T/Th 6:30-8:50 p.m.

Fri. 10:30 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

Sat. 12-6:50 p.m.

Sun. 12-4:50 p.m.

lessons•

1 2 3 229825 229835 229845 229826 229836 229846 229827 229837 229847 229828 229838 229848 229829 229839 229849 229830 229840 229831 229841 229832 229842 229833 229843 229834 229844 229980 229981 229982 229983 229984 229995 229996 229997 229998 229999 230000

229985 229986 229987 229988 229989 230001 230002 230003 230004 230005 230006

229707 229708 229709 229710 229711 229712 229713 229714 229715 229716 229737 229738 229739 229740 229741 229742 229743 229744 229745

229717 229718 229719 229720 229721 229722 229723 229724 229725 229726 229746 229747 229748 229749 229750 229751 229752 229753 229754

229990 229991 229992 229993 229994

229727 229728 229729 229730 229731 229732 229733 229734 229735 229736

MAIN POOL

M-F 1-2:55 p.m.

Fri. 6:30-8:50 p.m.

Sat. 12-6:50 p.m.

Sun. 12-4:50 p.m.

LAP SWIM HOURS

M/T/Th/F 5:30-7:30 a.m.

M/T/Th/F 8:45 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

Wed. 5:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

M/W 8-8:50 p.m.

Sat. 6:30-8:30 a.m.

Sat. 12-6:50 p.m.

Sun. 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Sun. 12-4:50 p.m.

(limited lanes on certain days)

ADMISSION FEES & PASSES

Passes include admission to Utah, Beck & ACAA! YOUTH 2-17 Daily Drop-In: $3.25 10 Punch: $29 ($22 Res.) 1 Month: $29 ($22 Res.) Annual: $228 ($174 Res.) YOUNG ADULT 18-26/ SENIOR 62+ Daily Drop-In: $3.75 10 Punch: $32 ($24 Res.) Young Adult only 10 Punch: $30 ($24 Res.) Seniors only 1 Month: $32 ($24 Res.) Annual: $276 ($216 Res.) ADULT 18-61 Daily Drop-In: $4.50 10 Punch: $40 ($36 Res.) 1 Month: $40 ($36 Res.) Annual: $366 ($276 Res.) For EZ pay & household passes visit www.auroragov. org/aquatics.

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AQUATICS

utah indoor pool 1800 S. Peoria St. • Aurora, CO 80012 303.739.1530 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics

AQUA FITNESS AT UTAH POOL AQUA FITNESS A challenging aerobic workout in the water! Pre & Post Natal participants welcome.

Non-swimmers welcome.

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.

MINNOW

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

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

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

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

T/Th 9:30-10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

1 2 3 229783 229790 229797 229784 229791 229798 229785 229792 229799 229786 229793 229800 229787 229794 229801 229788 229795 229802 229789 229796 229803 229804 229812 229805 229813 229806 229814 229807 229815 229808 229816 229809 229817 229810 229818 229811 229819

Semi-Private Minnow: $58 ($45 Res.)*/$70 ($54 Res.)**

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

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

STARFISH

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

229820* 229822** 229821* 229823** 229907 229908 229909 229910 229911 229912 229925 229926 229927 229928

229913 229914 229915 229916 229917 229918 229929 229930 229931 229932

229919 229920 229921 229922 229923 229924

DEEP WATER AEROBICS

Semi-Private Starfish: $58 ($45 Res.)*/$70 ($54 Res.)**

Get fit with this challenging

SEAHORSE

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

STINGRAY

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

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

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

M/W 6-6:30 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.

T/Th 5:30-6 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., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

229933* 229935** 229934* 229936** 229851 229852 229853 229854 229855 229856 229857 229872 229873 229874 229875 229876

229858 229859 229860 229861 229862 229863 229864 229877 229878 229879 229880 229881

229865 229866 229867 229868 229869 229870 229871

229938 229939 229940 229941 229942 229943 229944 229945 229946 229965 229966 229967 229968 229969

229947 229948 229949 229950 229951 229952 229953 229954 229955 229970 229971 229972 229973 229974

229956 229957 229958 229959 229960 229961 229962 229963 229964

Stingray Semi-Private: $58 ($45 Res.)*/$70 ($54 Res.)**

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

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

229975* 229977** 229976* 229978**

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AQUATICS

utah indoor pool 1800 S. Peoria St. • Aurora, CO 80012 303.739.1530 • www.auroragov.org/aquatics

DOLPHIN

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

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

SHARK

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

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

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

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

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

•Sun., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

INTERMEDIATE

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

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

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

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

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

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

•Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

ADVANCED

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

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

•Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

ADVANCED/EXPERT

M/W 7-7:30 a.m.

•Sun., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

EXPERT

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

•Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

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ADULT & TEEN BEGINNER M/W 6:30-7 p.m.

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

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DIVING BEGINNER

•Sun., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

•Sun., 10:15-11 a.m.

DIVING INTERMEDIATE •Sun., 11-11:45 a.m.

Learn the skills necessary to respond to aquatic emergencies. Must be at least age 15 by the end of the course. Must attend all classes. Prerequisites: 300 yds continuous swim using front crawl & 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.

229775 Mar. 28-Apr. 1 • Mon.-Fri., 3-9 p.m.

• $95 • Utah Pool

UTAH SWIM PARTIES Package includes:  Group admission rates  Picnic table reservations

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 Meal deals available

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 Packages start at $55

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ADULT & TEEN INTERMEDIATE M/W 7:30-8 p.m.

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

LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Ages 15 & older

 Friday nights, Saturdays & Sundays, 2 hr. sessions

Call 303-739-1530 for details.

Swim Party Order Form: www.auroragov.org/recreation

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ART

Art Office/Cultural Services Division 13655 E. Alameda Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8:30-12/1-5 • Sat. 9:30-4 303.344.1776 • www.auroragov.org/arts

Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

ART FOR KIDS

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

BOB ROSS WET ON WET

All supplies provided.

Ages 14 & older

DRAW SUPERHEROES & COMIC CHARACTERS

Complete an oil painting in this fun, paint-along class!

No art ability required. $5 supply fee due to instructor. Bring a roll of paper towels & your lunch.

Ages 11-15

Learn the basic building blocks of drawing, work on character 231120 Mar. 2-30 231375 Apr. 13-May 11 ■ Wed., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $65 ($50 Resident) ■ Terra Necessary

DRAWING

Ages 8-13

Explore art through drawing while learning about the principles & elements of art.

231388 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 231389 Apr. 25-May 23 ■ Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $65 ($50 Resident) ■ Terra Necessary ■ No class Mar. 28

PHOTOGRAPHY

Ages 10-14

Bring your camera & manual.

Intro To Photography

Using the equipment you already have, learn basic camera operation.

231616 Mar. 9-23 Advanced Photography

This class will cover advanced camera operations. The basics of picture composition & framing your scene will be addressed.

231617 Apr. 13-27 ■ Wed., 6-8 p.m.

■ $52 ($40 Resident) ■ Meadowood

BOB ROSS WET ON WET

Ages 8-13

Complete an oil painting in this fun, paint-along class!

No art ability required.

231620 Mar. 5 ■ Sat., 1-4 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $60 ($47 Resident) ■ Bob Heid

Stormy Seas 230240 Mar. 12 Valley Waterfall 230241 Apr. 9 Emerald Waters 230242 May 7

■ Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $75 ($58 Resident) ■ Bob Heid

DRAWING 101

Ages 14 & older

Explore art through drawing while learning about the principles & elements of art. Beginners welcome.

230253 Mar. 8-Apr. 5 ■ Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $74 ($57 Resident) ■ Terra Necessary

Aurora Artists’ Guild 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.

Garden Plaza 14221 E. Evans auroraartistsguild.com for details.

Keep Up With

CULTURAL SERVICES ACTIVITIES Art Pottery Music & more

DRAWING 2.0 - COLOR

Ages 14 & older

Take your drawing to the next level by adding color.

You will try various color mediums first night of class. Supply list available.

231387 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $74 ($57 Resident) ■ Terra Necessary ■ No class May 3

OIL PAINTING

Ages 16 & older

Learn basic oil painting techniques & color mixing.

230255 Apr. 16-May 14 ■ Sat., 1-3 p.m.

■ Bicentennial ■ $73 ($56 Resident) ■ Shirley Stone

PASTELS-ELUSIVE COLOR

Ages 14 & older

Would you like your paintings to have different, exaggerated or unexpected colors but can’t seem to break away from the colors you see? Paint using pastels to get the “right” color for the mood of your work. All levels welcome.

231056 Mar. 8-Apr. 19 ■ Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $80 ($60 Resident) ■ Shela Reilley ■ No class Mar. 29

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ART

Art Office/Cultural Services Division 13655 E. Alameda Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8:30-12/1-5 • Sat. 9:30-4 303.344.1776 • www.auroragov.org/arts

POLYMER CLAY

PRECIOUS METAL CLAY-BRONZE CLAY

Ages 14 & older

Polymer clay is a colorful, sculptable plastic clay used to make jewelry & decorative pieces. $20 supply fee due to instructor at first class.

230262 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 230263 Apr. 20-May 25 ■ Wed., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $84 ($64 Resident) ■ Liz Hall

Ages 14 & older

WRITE - AURORA

tified instructor. All supplies

Precious metal bronze clay is lighter than other metal clays which allows the artist to make larger jewelry pieces without traditional metalsmithing tools. Work on shaping & forming your piece the first week, then refine & finish the second week. All pieces will be kiln fired. Taught by a PMC cer-

Ages 8 & older

included.

In celebration of National Poetry Month, put your writing skills into play with Art In Public Places & the Aurora Cultural Arts District.

Join us for a unique writing experience with a creative writing workshop led by Aurora's Poet Laureate Jovan Mays. Bring a notebook, pencil & an open mind as we explore the artistic side of the city. Youth under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required.

230264 Mar. 12-19 ■ Sat.,

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

■ Bicentennial ■ $135 ■

($115 Resident)

Liz Hall

PHOTOGRAPHY

Ages 16 & older

OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY

This is a hands-on class that teaches how to compose your photos while actually taking pictures. Bring

Star K Ranch

your camera & manual.

231605 Apr. 3

Meet at the Morrison Nature

Aurora History Museum

Center at Star K Ranch.

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Close-up

Aurora Central Library 231607 Apr. 17 Martin Luther King Library 231608 Apr. 24 ■ Sun.,

1-3 p.m.

■ Aurora’s Poet Laureate Jovan Mays ■ Free

231390 May 14 Composition 231391 May 21 ■ Sat.,

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

■ Morrison

Nature Center

■ $33

($25 Resident)

■ Tom

Sullivan

ART SUMMER CAMPS Activities & classes to keep your kids active & their creative side stimulated!

Go to www.auroragov.org/arts for more information.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

Bring your camera & manual.

Take all 5 Digital Photography Workshops & save $15! Must have a basic understanding of your camera &/or be willing to explore your manual & camera in class. Instructor Tom Sullivan for all photography classes.

230258 Mar. 24-Apr. 21 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $80 ($60 Resident) Freeze the Action

Get those action shots.

Learn how to use your camera setting to “freeze the action” to capture memorable moments.

230256 Mar. 24 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $20 ($15 Resident) Landscape

Get those great scenic shots by learning the techniques & camera setting for great landscape photography.

230257 Mar. 31 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $20 ($15 Resident) Travel

Learn what it takes to capture your travels for lasting memories.

230260 Apr. 7 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $20 ($15 Resident) Capture the Moment

A class to help you improve your overall photography & enjoy capturing those “spontaneous moments.”

230261 Apr. 14 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $20 ($15 Resident) Portraiture

Learn how to take those great people pictures.

231380 Apr. 21 ■ Thu., 7-9 p.m.

■ Expo ■ $20 ($15 Resident)

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COMPUTERS

Aurora Center for Active Adults

30 Del Mar Circle • Aurora 80011 Class Info: 303.739.7950 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

All classes held at the Aurora Center for Active Adults

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER LEARNING Customize your Computer learning experience.

The ACAA offers One-onOne computer training in a variety of topics.

■ By appointment.

■ Call for more information at 303.739.7950.

COMPUTER CLASSES Ages 15 & older

COMPUTER BASICS

Basic computer skills, computer terminology, introduction to Windows 10, Microsoft Word & selected programs/apps.

230766 Mar. 8-22 ■ Tue., 1-3 p.m.

230768 Apr. 4-18 ■ Mon., 6-8 p.m.

230767 May 5-19 ■ Thu., 9-11 a.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

INTRO TO TODAY’S COMPUTERS

Take the mystery out of Windows 10. Learn start up/shut down, navigate the Start & Desktop screens, adding & using apps & programs, plus more.

231583 Mar. 3 ■ Thu., 9-11 a.m.

231584 Apr. 1 ■ Fri., 1-3 p.m.

231585 Apr. 26 ■ Tue., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

231586 May 14 ■ Sat., 9-11 a.m.

231587 May 18 ■ Wed., 6-8 p.m.

■ $17 ($13 Resident)

BUYING A COMPUTER

230771 Mar. 21

■ Mon., 9-11 a.m.

■ $17 ($13 Resident)

MICROSOFT WORD 1

Create & edit documents with fonts, cut, copy, paste, align pages, save, files & folders & print.

230794 Mar. 5-19 ■ Sat., 9-11 a.m.

230791 Mar. 23-Apr. 6 ■ Wed., 9-11 a.m.

230793 Apr. 5-19 ■ Tue., 6-8 p.m.

230792 May 6-20 ■ Fri., 1-3 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

MICROSOFT WORD 2

Take Word 1 a step further with bullets, tabs, page breaks, borders, symbols, headers & footers & more!

230795 May 3-17 ■ Tue., 6-8 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

MICROSOFT EXCEL

Learn cells, editing, formatting, formulas & functions & more.

230788 Apr. 2-16 ■ Sat., 9-11 a.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

INTERNET EXPLORATION

Learn to use various browsers, search for info, download files, security, "The Store", email & more.

230779 Mar. 10-24 ■ Thu., 9-11 a.m.

230780 Apr. 6-20 ■ Wed., 1-3 p.m.

231592 Apr. 23-May 7 ■ Sat., 9-11 a.m.

231593 May 9-23 ■ Mon., 6-8 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

EMAIL

Learn about various service providers, set up accounts, inbox, create emails & send attachments.

230776 Mar. 2 ■ Wed., 1-3 p.m.

■ $17 ($13 Resident)

ADVANCED EMAIL

Attach pictures, explore etiquette, manage saved emails & block SPAM. 230775 Mar. 16 ■ Wed., 1-3 p.m.

■ $17 ($13 Resident)

SOCIAL INTERNET FACEBOOK

Learn to make a Facebook page, security & more.

231589 Mar. 9-23 ■ Wed., 6-8 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

FACEBOOK FOR SMALL BUSINESS

Use Facebook as a useful business tool.

231590 Apr. 13-27 ■ Wed., 6-8 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

WEBSITE DESIGN

Set up a simple website through online programs.

Website hosting, picture websites, blog sites & more.

230785 May 5-19 ■ Thu., 6-8 p.m.

■ $49 ($38 Resident)

MAKE YOUR OWN LOGO

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

230784 May 4 ■ Wed., 6-8 p.m.

■ $17 ($13 Resident)

DIGITAL CAMERAS

Utilize all the functions of your digital camera, taking good pictures, downloading photos, files & folders, scanning & more.

230783 Apr. 7-28 ■ Thu., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident)

COMPUTER LAB Open to the Public.

Practice, email or work on projects at the ACAA Mondays • 12:30-3 p.m.

Fridays • 9-11:30 a.m. $3 drop-in fee

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COOKING

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Class Info: 303.326.8656 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

FITNESS & FOOD CLASSES on page 35

FAMILY COOKING EASTER TREATS • Ages 3-6 w/ parent • $38 ($29 Resident) Menu: Deviled Chicks • Bunny Bread • Bird Nests • Rice Krispie Eggs.

230624 Mar. 17 Thu., 10-11:30 a.m.

Karon Sorensen VERY BUNNY TREATS • Ages 3-6 w/parent • $38 ($29 Res.) Menu: Bunny Racers • Peep Fruit Kabobs • Bunny Ham Biscuits • Bunny Tails.

230627 Mar. 19 Sat., 2:30-4 p.m.

Karon Sorensen

Host your event in our fully equipped professional kitchen. Choose from a selection of menus.

Birthday Parties • Dinner Clubs • Home Schools • Office Parties • Scouts • Team Building • Wedding Showers Children • Teens • Adults Call for pricing.

Kitchen on the Green Call 303.326.8656

SPRING BREAK CLASSES KIDS EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Ages 6-12

It's Spring Break! Have a hoppin’ good time making Easter treats.

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

230609 Mar. 26 ■ Sat., 2:30-4:30 p.m.

■ $41 ($31 Resident) ■ Karon Sorensen

KIDS PICNIC LUNCHES

Ages 6-12

This class gears you up for getting outside & taking kid-friendly lunches on the road or to the park. Menu: Pocket Sandwiches • Wilderness Trail Mix • Fruit Salsa & Cinnamon Chips • Vegetable Kabobs & Hummus.

230603 Mar. 30 ■ Wed., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $41 ($31 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS • Ages 3-6 w/parent • $38 ($29 Res.) Menu: Meyer Lemon Daisy Tarts • Blueberry Meringue Rain Clouds • Peanut Butter Apple Umbrellas. Class at Meadowood Kitchen.

230622 Apr. 6 Wed., 4-5:30 p.m.

Andrea Wight SPRING PICNIC • Ages 3-6 w/parent • $38 ($29 Resident) Menu: Ladybug Sandwiches • Butterfly Crackers • Caterpillar Tater Tots • Worms & Dirt.

230621 Apr. 9 Sat., 2:30-4 p.m.

Karon Sorensen MOTHER’S DAY TEA • Ages 3-6 w/parent • $38 ($29 Resident) Menu: Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches • Veggie Pots • Cucumber Flower Cutouts • Berry Trifle.

230626 May 5 Thu., 10-11:30 a.m. Karon Sorensen AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS • Ages 6-12 w/parent • $57 ($44 Res.) Parents cook with your kids to make tasty, healthy, & quick after school snacks that won’t ruin dinner. Class focuses on energy rich foods such as protein, vegetables, & whole grains.

Menu: Yogurt Bark, Apple Chip Nachos, Veggie Wraps, Quinoa Bites.

230617 Apr. 13 Wed., 5:30-8 p.m.

Andrea Wight SPRING BRUNCH • Ages 6-12 w/parent • $57 ($44 Resident) Encourage your kids to become comfortable in the kitchen & make this delicious brunch menu together! Menu: Eggs in Toast • Crustless Quiche • Fruit Salad • Cranberry Swirl Coffee Cake • Sparkling OJ. 230618 Apr. 23 Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12N Nancy Schacht CUPCAKE TEA • Ages 6-12 w/ parent • $57 ($44 Resident) Enjoy this fun, sweet & savory afternoon tea with your kids!

Menu: Tea Sandwiches • Mixed Berry Yogurt Parfait • Lemon Meringue Cupcakes • Raspberry Teacakes • Orange Spice Tea. 230619 Apr. 23 Sat., 1:30-4 p.m.

Nancy Schacht FUEL YOUR BRAIN • Ages 6-16 w/ parent • $57 ($44 Resident) 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.

231110 May 7 Sat., 1:30-4 p.m.

Andrea Wight FROM THE FARM • Ages 6-12 w/ parent • $57 ($44 Resident) Prepare & taste these farm-fresh delights & great weeknight meals. Menu: Spinach Salad with Dried Cherries & Almonds • Tropical Chicken Skewers with Mango Yogurt Dipping Sauce • Ten Grain Focaccia • Baked Stuffed Apples.

231111 May 21 Sat., 1:30-4 p.m.

Nancy Schacht SUPER HERO FOODS • Ages 6-12 w/ parent • $57 ($44 Res.) Find your inner super powers when you eat these tasty, nutritious foods! Menu: Carrot Cake Pancakes • Oven Roasted Meatballs • Black Bean Tacos with Feta & Cabbage Slaw • Power Smoothies.

231112 May 28 Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12N Nancy Schacht

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COOKING

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Class Info: 303.326.8656 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

ADULT COOKING

KIDS COOKING BREAKFAST ON THE GO • Ages 6-12 • $41 ($31 Resident) Come make healthy breakfast foods for rushed & busy mornings. Learn about the benefits of making breakfast using whole foods rather than purchasing processed foods. Menu: Cereal Bars • Breakfast Burritos • Parfait Pops • Baked Oatmeal.

230604 Apr. 16

Sat., 9:30-11:30 a.m. Andrea Wight

CHOPPED! • Ages 6-12 • $41 ($31 Resident) This class includes basic knife skills, cooking methods such as roasting, sautéing, & blanching mixed with some friendly competition. Teams of students will each prepare two one-of-a kind dishes to be judged & shared in class.

230608 Apr. 30

Sat., 1:30-3:30 p.m. Andrea Wight

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH • Ages 6-12 • $41 ($31 Resident) Enjoy a special Mother’s Day Brunch prepared by your child!

Moms return at 11 a.m. to dine. Menu: Spinach Salad with Grapefruit & Hazelnuts • Asparagus & Prosciutto Quiche • Strawberry Shortcake • Berry Rhubarb Spritzer.

230607 May 7

Sat., 9-11:30 a.m.

Andrea Wight

GRIDDLED CAKES • Ages 6-12 • $41 ($31 Resident) Menu: Blackberry Pancakes • Spring Potato Cakes • Buckwheat Corn Oat Cakes • Citrus Cakes.

230606 May 21

Sat., 9:30-11:30 a.m. Karon Sorensen

TEEN COOKING WEEKNIGHT DINNERS & SAUCES • Ages 12-16 • $49 ($38 Res.) This class will focuses on the five basic sauces teens can use to make simple & delicious week night dinners. Menu: Herb Pesto & Homemade Paparadelle • Chicken & Mango Kabobs over Vegetable Stir-Fry • Bar-B-Que Chicken Flat Breads • Turkey Meatball Hoagies.

230634 Mar. 12 Sat., 2-4:30 p.m.

Andrea Wight FIT COOKING ON A BUDGET • Ages 12-16 • $49 ($38 Resident) In this class teens focus on making healthy, age appropriate foods on a budget. Menu: Baked Sweet Potato Fries • Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps • Vegetarian Green Chile Soup • Curried Chicken Stir-Fry. 230633 Apr. 30 Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12N Andrea Wight CUPCAKE CHALLENGE • Ages 12-16 • $49 ($38 Resident) Learn to bake 3 types of cupcakes, 3 fillings, & 3 icings. Then fill, ice, & decorate your cupcakes for the judges & tasting.

Menu of Cupcakes: German Chocolate • Yellow Butter • Spiced Carrot • Variety of Fruit & Nut Fillings • Ganache & Other Icings.

231109 May 14 Sat., 3-5:30 p.m.

Andrea Wight

Ages 15 & older

March BUTCHERY 101: WHOLE FISH

Learn how to fillet a whole fish as well as preparation methods including, curing (lox), serving raw (crudo), pan searing, & various ways to utilize trim.

Menu: Crostini & Lox • Pan Seared Halibut with Tomato Fennel Ragout • Fish Tacos • Crudo • Grapefruit “Mojito.”

230593 Mar. 1 ■ Tue., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight

INTRO TO HOMEBREWING

Ages 21 & older

Learn the craft of homebrewing your own beer, from beginning to final product including: equipment sterilization, brewing process (extract & partial mash) & the bottling process. This session’s beer is a Belgian Dubbel.

230600 Mar. 5 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-12N ■ $65 ($50 Resident) ■ Brian Kempf

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.

230611 Mar. 7

Mon., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Charlotte Saenz ■ ■

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COOKING

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Class Info: 303.326.8656 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

March CORE TECHNIQUES

COUPLES COOK: VIHNO VERDE PORTUGUESE DINNER

3 Class Series Save $15

Ages 21 & older

Sign up for all 3 Core Technique classes & save $15.

231062 Mar. 12-26 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $215 ($195 Resident) ■ Gigia Kolouch

Vinho Verde is a fizzy, fresh wine, perfect for springtime drinking.

Knife Skills

Develop your knife skills in this intensive practice class. Learn basic skills including knife selection, identifying parts of the knife, proper knife handling & knife cuts (dice, slice, chop, chiffonade, julienne) Use the cut vegetables to make simple soups, sauces & salads.

231064 Mar. 12 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $90 ($70 Resident) ■ Gigia Kolouch 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.

231065 Mar. 19 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $90 ($70 Resident) ■ Gigia Kolouch 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.

231063 Mar. 26 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $90 ($70 Resident) ■ Gigia Kolouch

Menu: Portuguese Peel & Eat Shrimp • Pork Tenderloin w/ Ruby Port Sauce• White Bean & Sausage Feijoada • Crispy Fried Green Beans with Cilantro-Ginger Mayo • Pastel de Nata (Custard Tarts). Wines presented by

Will Schneider.

231107 Mar. 18 ■ Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Nancy Schacht

DELIGHTFUL WHOLE GRAINS

Discover unique whole grains & their health benefits & cooking methods to make incorporating these grains easy & flavorful.

Menu: Farro Greek Salad • Rice Crackers with Baked Ricotta • Rosemary Gouda Multigrain Biscuits • 5 Grain Tomato Soup • Quinoa Apricot Cobbler.

230583 Mar. 23 ■ ■ ■

Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) Andrea Wight

SPRINGTIME DESSERTS

Techniques include making & balancing a dense grain cake, meringue tips, blind baking, introducing gluten free recipes & how to balance butter, flour & sugar to make dessert. Menu: Strawberry Rhubarb Polenta Cake • Meyer Lemon Tartlets with Toasted Meringue • Flourless Chocolate Almond Torte • Coconut Cherry Shortbread • Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Apricot & Honey.

230592 Mar. 24 ■ ■ ■

Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) Andrea Wight

COUPLES COOK: GOURMET VEG. WINE DINNER

Ages 21 & older

Menu: Lentil, Mushroom & Pecan “Paté” • Tomato, Feta & Almond Baklava • Penne with Broccoli, Gorgonzola & Hazelnuts • Butternut, Parmesan & Sage Soufflés • Poblano, Avocado & Pumpkin Seed Salad.

Wines presented by Will Schneider.

230589 Mar. 25 ■ Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Nancy Schacht

April COUPLES COOK: DATE NIGHT SUSHI & SAKE

Ages 21 & older

Menu: Tempura Shrimp Dragon Roll • Chili Mango Volcano Roll • Crab & Cucumber Spring Roll • Edamame Seaweed Salad • Fortune Cookies • Sake paired with dishes.

231118 Apr. 1

Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Andrea Wight ■ ■

GARDEN BRUNCH

Use seasonal ingredients to create a family-style brunch that incorporates sweet & savory dishes.

Menu: Raspberry Pound Cake Bruschetta • Asparagus & Ricotta Frittata • Croque Monsieur & Chorizo Hash • Ginger Rhubarb Spritzer.

230582 Apr. 2

Sat., 9 a.m.-12N $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight ■ ■

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COOKING

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Class Info: 303.326.8656 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

April CELEBRATE SPRING!

Menu: Shaved Asparagus English Pea & Radish Panzanella • Caramelized Carrot Soup • Roasted Chicken w/ Mushrooms Spring Onions & Fava Beans • Balsamic Strawberries • Basil Semifreddo.

230584 Apr. 7

Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight ■ ■

ADVANCED HOMEBREWING

Ages 21 & older

Homebrew your own beer just like the professionals.

Learn advanced techniques including: all-grain brewing, multi-step mash & decoction mashing. This session’s beer style is a German Pilsner.

230599 Apr. 9 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

■ $85 ($65 Resident) ■ Brian Kempf

LIGHT FRUIT DESSERTS

Learn to use lighter ingredients in rich, heavy recipes, as well as natural sugars from fruits to sweeten desserts. Menu: Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Strawberry Granita • Mixed Berry Pavlova with Meyer Lemon Curd • Spiced Clementines with Vanilla Ricotta • Grapefruit Sherbet with Almond Tuiles • Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse with Raspberries.

230614 Apr. 16

Sat., 1:30-4:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight ■ ■

SAUSAGE MAKING WORKSHOP

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

230628 Apr. 17 ■ ■ ■

Sun., 1-4 p.m. $70 ($54 Resident) Ned Gilardino

FRENCH MACARONS

Experience tricks & techniques for making beautiful delicious French macarons. Flavors may include: lemon, raspberry, caramel, chocolate ganache, mocha & lavender. Each student will take home an assortment of finished macarons 231330 Apr. 20 ■ Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Nancy Schacht

MEXICAN COOKING II

Picking up where Mexican Cooking I left off with more authentic recipes.

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

230612 Apr. 26 ■ ■ ■

Tue., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) Charlotte Saenz

COUPLES COOK: SALMON SAVVY WITH WINE

Ages 21 & older

Salmon is now an American staple. Here are new variations on a healthy dinner favorite.

Menu: Parsley Lemon Salad • Quick Crispy Roasted Salmon • Teriyaki Salmon Burgers • Salmon, Arugula & Goat Cheese Pasta • Smoked Salmon Tostaditas. Wine

will be paired with all dishes.

230588 Apr. 29 ■ Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Nancy Schacht

May BUTCHERY 101: WHOLE CHICKEN

Experience 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” so you can save money & reduce food waste. Menu: Chicken Stock • Spicy Chicken Sausage & Spaghetti Squash • Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps • Smoked Chipotle Chicken Chili • Homemade Tortillas.

230615 May 12

Thu., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) ■ Andrea Wight ■ ■

COUPLES COOK: ITALIAN PASTA CREATIONS & VINO

Ages 21 & older

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

Wines presented by Will Schneider.

230591 May 13 ■ Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Ned Gilardino

ASIAN MARKET TOUR

Join our Chinese cooking instructor, NingNing, on a tour of Pacific Ocean Marketplace, where you will learn about many Asian foods & how to prepare them. The tour culminates in a cooking class at Kitchen on the Green Cooking School.

231579 May 14 ■ Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $68 ($53 Resident) ■ NingNing Ledvina

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COOKING

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Class Info: 303.326.8656 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

ROCK THE WOK

Menu: Hot & Sour Soup • Kung Pao Chicken • Shrimp & Vegetable Lo Mein • Fried Rice.

230585 May 18 ■ ■ ■

Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) NingNing Ledvina

TAMALES

From savory to sweet, tamales are a gastronomic delight! Learn traditional rolling methods with a variety of fillings. Menu:

Green Chile Chicken • Red Chile Pork • Black Bean & Corn • Dessert Tamales.

230631 May 24 ■ ■ ■

Tue., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) Charlotte Saenz

COUPLES COOK: AROUND THE WORLD DINNER

Ages 21 & older

Travel around the world with these savory dishes great for dinner parties.

Menu: Bacon Stuffed Cremini Mushrooms • Coffee & Spice Rubbed Steak • Bahn Mi Sliders • Vegetable Strudel • Roasted Shrimp with Lemon Pesto. Wines

presented by Will Schneider.

230590 May 27 ■ Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

■ $125 ($105 Res.) couple ■ $72 ($55 Res.) single ■ Nancy Schacht

SAVORY BAKING

Love to bake, but tired of sweets? These savory baking options are great with cocktails or as a savory option for snacks or dessert. Menu: Tuscan

Rosemary Pine Nut Shortbread • Brie & Caramelized Onion Scones • Gruyère Walnut Crisps • Hazelnut & Olive Rugelach • Potato Rosemary Tart.

230613 May 28 ■ ■ ■

Sat., 1:30-4:30 p.m. $64 ($49 Resident) Nancy Schacht

FRIDAYS UNCORKED

WINE TASTING

SHAMROCK YOUR ZUMBA

Bring an appetizer to share & optional 8 wine glasses.

ID will be checked prior to class participation.

Ages 21 & older

Wear your best green Zumba gear & enjoy drinks & appetizers after the workout. Instructor: Wanda Serino Washington.

230597 Mar. 11 ■ Fri., 6-8 p.m.

■ $16

CRAFT BEER TASTING

Celebrate America’s craft beer industry. From hoppy to malty, traditional to experimental, sample 6 American-made craft beers.

230596 Apr. 15 ■ Fri., 6-7:30 p.m.

■ $30 ■ Brian Kempf

CANVAS & CABERNET

“The Art of Socializing”.

Bring out your inner Picasso as you create “Wine Party,” a colorful spring painting with Gallery on the Go. 230595 Apr. 22 ■ Fri., 6-9 p.m.

■ $39

CINCO DE MAYO ZUMBA

Zumba to Latin tunes, then enjoy a taco bar & limeinspired cocktail.

231108 May 6 ■ Fri., 6-8 p.m.

■ $16 ■ Wanda SerinoWashington

CANVAS & CABERNET

“The Art of Socializing”.

Bring out your inner Picasso as you create “Spring Ride,” a colorful spring painting with Gallery on the Go. 231066 May 20 ■ Fri., 6-9 p.m.

■ $39

With Will Schneider Ages 21 & older

IT’S IN THE STARS

Wineries owned or started by celebrities.

230637 Mar. 31 ■ Thu., 7-8:30 p.m.

■ $31 ($24 Resident)

SPRING WHITES

Various unoaked white wines for springtime.

230636 Apr. 18 ■ Mon., 7-8:30 p.m.

■ $31 ($24 Resident)

SPARKLING WINES

Explore the world of sparkling wines.

230638 May 10 ■ Tue., 7-8:30 p.m.

■ $31 ($24 Resident)

FOOD FOR LIFE: KICKSTART YOUR HEALTH

Meet cardiologist Dr. Maria Anderson in the kitchen, not the hospital! In this six-week nutrition & cooking series learn the skills to try a delicious plant-based diet to gain more energy.

Topics will include weight loss, heart health, diabetes care, high blood pressure & cholesterol management.

Class culminates in a grocery store tour to build healthy shopping skills.

Cooking demos will include: Quick Bean Chili • Curried Tomato Lentil Stew • Chickpea Salad with Orange Miso Dressing.

231373 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 ■ Thu., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $150 ■ Beck

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CRAFTS & HOBBIES

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 9-5 p.m. • Fri. 9-4 p.m.

303.326.8630

Don’t Settle for a CRAFTS & HOBBIES FOR ADULTS

Ho-Hum BIRTHDAY PARTY

CROCHET & KNITTING • Ages 16 & older • $62 ($48 Resident) Anyone can learn to knit or crochet. You can too! Class covers basic & advanced crochet or knitting skills, pattern reading & finishing. Bring a skein of light colored, worsted-weight yarn.

Crocheters: bring H-8 aluminum hook. Knitters: bring a 10 inch size #8 needles.

229545 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

Mon., 9:30-11:30 a.m. Expo

229546 Apr. 18-May 23 Mon., 9:30-11:30 a.m. Expo 229548 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

SC ENCE Ages 6-10

THEMES INCLUDE: “Ooze & Awes” “We Dig Dinosaurs" "Marine Biology" "Science Wizards" or "Space Explorium”

RAFTS Ages 6-12

THEMES INCLUDE: • Jewelry Party • Construction Crew • Painting Party • Terrarium • Tie Dye Shirts Pricing starts at $150 for ten children for 2 hours.

Includes all supplies.

Call 303.326.8630

PIECEMAKERS 2nd Monday @ 7 p.m.

Summer Valley

Quilters of all levels.

303.326.8630

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

Meadowood

229549 Apr. 18-May 23 Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Meadowood

229542 Feb. 23-Mar. 29 Tue., 6-8 p.m.

ACAA

229540 Feb. 25-Mar. 31 Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

ACAA

229543 Apr. 5-May 10

Tue., 6-8 p.m.

ACAA

229541 Apr. 7-May 12

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

ACAA

SEWING • Ages 16 & older • $94 ($74 Resident) Learn the basic stitches for repairing clothes, hems, etc. & make a simple project. Bring a sewing machine in good working order.

229563 Apr. 12-May 17 Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Meadowood

PROFITABLE REAL ESTATE INVESTING • Ages 18 & older • $25 Increase your income with rental properties to create wealth for retirement. Additional $20/materials fee.

229560 Mar. 15

Tue., 6:15-9 p.m. Expo

LANDLORD/TENANT RELATIONSHIPS • Ages 18 & older • $25 Learn why a good lease is your best friend, how to keep your property rented & eliminate landlord headaches. Additional $20/ materials fee.

229558 Mar. 17

Thu., 6:15-9 p.m.

Expo

CRAFTS & HOBBIES FOR YOUTH BABYSITTING WORKSHOP • Ages 11-16 • $64 ($49 Resident) Learn safety, infant & child care, basic first aid, emergency skills & fun activities. Upon completion receive a Red Cross Super Sitter card. Bring a drink, snack & lunch each day.

229538 Mar. 12-19

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

Expo

229537 Apr. 9-16

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

Expo

229536 May 7-14

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

Expo

GIFT OF THE NILE EGYPTOLOGY CAMP • Ages 6-9 • $150 ($120 Res.) Uncover the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, its people, culture & contributions to modern math & science. Discover the mystery of mummification, the secrets of the pyramids & the art of Hieroglyphics.

229562 Mar. 28-Apr. 1 M-F 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Expo

KIDS SEWING “SLEEPOVER PARTY SET” • Ages 7-14 • $102 ($78 Res.) Learn some basic sewing skills using both hand & machine.

Make pajamas & a sleeping bag to take home! Parent or responsible party must sign child in & out of class. Supplies provided.

231052 Apr. 16-23

Sat., 9 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

231040 May 14-21

Sat., 9 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

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DANCE

Aurora Dance Arts/Cultural Services Division 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy. • Aurora 80012 Phone-in & Walk-in: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

303.326.8308

ADULT DANCE Ages 18 & older

BEG TAP FOR ADULTS • $87 ($67 Resident) Improve coordination & rhythm while getting a fun workout.

Introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work & across the floor. Instructor: Risa Valentine 230396 Apr. 5-May 24 Tue., 6:15-7:15 p.m. Meadow Hills INTERMEDIATE TAP FOR ADULTS • $87 ($67 Resident) Continue your tap education while getting a fun workout.

Continuation of basic & more advanced tap steps including a warm-up, center work & across the floor. At least one session of Beg Tap for Adults or prior tap experience is prerequisite for registering for this class. Instructor: Minda McGurk 231386 Apr. 7-May 26 Thu., 7:30-8:30 p.m. Expo ROCKIN’ BALLET WORKOUT • $87 ($67 Resident) Have you always craved the dancer’s physique? Tone & shape your whole body with this fun workout. Emphasis will be placed on stretching & ballet strengthening exercises set to rockin’ tunes. Instructor: Michelle Ballard 230446 Apr. 8-May 27 Fri., 6:15-7:15 p.m. Meadow Hills INTERMEDIATE BALLET FOR ADULTS • $87 ($67 Resident) A continuation of your ballet education. Class will include more advanced steps, barre work & combinations in the center & across the floor. Emphasis will also be placed on stretching & strengthening throughout the session. Instructor: Taylor Coniglio 231385 Apr. 6-May 25 Wed., 6-7 p.m.

Meadowood CONTEMPORARY FOR ADULTS • $87 ($67 Resident) Contemporary dance is a more relaxed, grounded, free style of dance in which choreographers use emotions & moods to design their own steps. Instructor: Taylor Coniglio 231384 Apr. 6-May 25 Wed., 7-8 p.m.

Meadowood BALLROOM • $43 ($33 Res.)/couple • $124 ($104 Res.)/couple* Catch the ballroom dance craze! This class includes preparation for weddings & special events. Couples only.

Instructor: Carl Saunders Mon., 7-9 p.m. Expo 230401 Nightclub/Fox Trot Apr. 4-11 230403 Swing Apr. 18-25 Mon., 7-9 p.m. Expo 230404 Tango May 2-9 Mon., 7-9 p.m. Expo 230400 Cha Cha May 16-23 Mon., 7-9 p.m. Expo 230402 Sample Them All Apr. 4-May 23* Mon., 7-9 p.m. Expo BRIDAL WALTZ FOR COUPLES • $45 ($35 Resident) per couple Do you want to wow your guests at your wedding? Grab your beau for this preparation class for waltzing at weddings.

Couples only. Instructor: Carl Saunders 230418 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 7:15-8:15 p.m. Beck 230419 May 5-26 Thu., 7:15-8:15 p.m. Beck BEGINNING BELLY DANCE • $87 ($67 Resident)

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 will be taught in this session. Instructor: Seemie Xavier 230415 Apr. 5-May 24 Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m. Meadow Hills

BURLESQUE DANCE • $87 ($67 Resident)

Grab your girlfriends & express yourself as the gorgeous women that you are! Classes consist of a warm-up & sultry burlesque choreography. Props such as chairs, hats & gloves may be used. Instructor: Michelle Ballard 230420 Apr. 8-May 27 Fri., 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Meadow Hills

2016 Spring Recitals Ages 3 & older

Dancing Through the Decades Pre Recitals May 21 at 2 & 4 p.m.

An Evening on Broadway Beg.-Adv. Recitals June 3 & 4 at 7 p.m.

A different show each day & time Hinkley High School 1250 Chambers Rd. Tickets $8, on sale May 2 Call 303.326.8308 for more information

www.auroragov.org/dance • 303.326.8308

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DANCE

Aurora Dance Arts/Cultural Services Division 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy. • Aurora 80012 Phone-in & Walk-in: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

303.326.8308

KIDS DANCE Ages 3-18

BALLET

Twirl & Jump! Your little dancer will become familiar with basics of ballet technique & terminology & the world of dance. An introduction to positions of the feet & port d’ bras as well as socialization, coordination, motor skills & spatial awareness.

Tons of fun for your child & a chance for them to explore creativity through movement.

PARENT-TOT DANCE • Ages 2 & 3 • $48 ($38 Res.) • $39 ($31 Res)* Instructor: Jenny Steinkamp 230444 Apr. 5-May 3 Tue., 10-10:45 a.m. Meadowood 230445 May 10-31* Tue., 10-10:45 a.m. Meadowood CREATIVE DANCE • Ages 3 & 4 • $48 ($38 Res.) • $39 ($31 Res)* Instructor: Jenny Steinkamp 230423 Apr. 7-May 5 Thu., 10-10:45 a.m. Meadowood 230424 May 12-June 2* Thu., 10-10:45 a.m. Meadowood TIPPY TOES • Age 3 • $48 ($38 Res.) • $39 ($31 Res.)*

230449 230450 230452 230453

Apr. 5-May 3 Tue., 4-4:45 p.m.

May 10-31* Tue., 4-4:45 p.m.

Apr. 9-May 7 Sat., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

May 14-June 4* Sat., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Beck Beck Meadow Hills Meadow Hills

KINDERDANCE • Ages 4-6 • $48 ($38 Res.) • $39 ($31 Res.)*

230435 230436 230438 230439

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

May 10-31* Tue., 4:45-5:30 p.m.

Apr. 9-May 7 Sat., 10:15-11 a.m.

May 14-June 4* Sat., 10:15-11 a.m.

Beck Beck Meadow Hills Meadow Hills

BEGINNING BALLET • Ages 7-12 • $55 ($43 Res.) • $45 ($35 Res.)* An introduction to ballet including barre exercises, stretching & strengthening, center work & across the floor combinations.

231376 Apr. 6-May 4 Wed., 5-6 p.m.

Meadow Hills 231377 May 11-June 1* Wed., 5-6 p.m.

Meadow Hills

Don't miss our great summer camps this year!

Registration begins Apr. 4 Fairy Tale Princess Camp All Styles Dance Camp Poms & Cheerleading Camp Lil' Kids Hip Hop Camp Nutcracker Intensive Camp & many more!

Call 303.326.8308 for more information.

HIP HOP

Explore current hip hop choreography with a wide range of styles including warm-up, across the floor, dance combinations, stalls, breaking & locking & popping.

INTRO TO HIP HOP • Ages 4-6 • $48 ($38 Res.) • $39 ($31 Res.)*

230431 230433 230430 230432

Apr. 6-May 4 May 11-June 1* Apr. 9-May 7 May 14-June 4*

Wed., 3:15-4 p.m.

Wed., 3:15-4 p.m.

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

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

Meadow Meadow Meadow Meadow

Hills Hills Hills Hills

BEGINNING HIP HOP • Ages 7-10 • $55 ($43 Res.) • $45 ($35 Res.)*

230406 230407 230409 230410

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

Beck May 10-31* Tue., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Beck Apr. 9-May 7 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Meadow Hills May 14-June 4* Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Meadow Hills

TAP LI’L KIDS TAP • Ages 6-10 • $55 ($43 Res.) • $45 ($35 Res.)* Improve coordination & rhythm while getting a fun workout.

Introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work & across the floor.

231382 Apr. 6- May. 4 Wed., 4-5 p.m.

Meadow Hills 231383 May 11-June 1* Wed., 4-5 p.m.

Meadow Hills

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DOGS

Expo Recreation Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Thu. 9-5 p.m. • Fri. 9-4 p.m.

Class Info: 303.326.8630 Registration Line: 303.326.8650

DOG TRAINING Ages 16 & older (ages 12-15 may train with parent.)

Well-fitting buckle collar & 4-6 ft. leash required. No chain or retractable leashes. Bring proof of shots to first class.

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN • $109 ($89 Resident)

For puppies 9 weeks to 5 months old. Start shaping your puppy for a lifetime of good manners. This class emphasizes socialization & training basic skills. It prepares your puppy for the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program or our Beginning Dog Training class.

If you desire to advance to the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, the S.T.A.R. Puppy test will be administered at the end of the course. No choke chains, retractable, or chain leashes. Do not bring puppies to the first class. No class Mar. 15.

229535 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m. Expo Ethan B. 229534 Mar. 8-Apr. 19 Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m. Beck Dirza D. 231574 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Sun., 12:30-1:30 p.m. Expo Pat. B

AKC S.T.A.R PUPPY PROGRAM • $97 ($77 Resident) The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an incentive program for owners who have taken their puppies through a basic (minimum 6-week) training class. Upon completion of basic training, taught by our AKC Approved Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, your puppy (up to 1 year old) is eligible to be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. In the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, you’ll have your puppy-raising questions answered & teach your puppy practical skills & good manners. Instructor: P. Blocker 229524 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Sun., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Expo BEGINNING DOG TRAINING • $109 ($89 Resident) Dogs 5 months & older. Have the dog you want to live with!

Teach the six basic commands (heel, sit, down, come, stand & stay), 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.

229530 Mar. 3-Apr. 7

Thu., 9-10 a.m. Expo

229527 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 6-7 p.m.

Ethan B.

Beck

Dirza D.

229529 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Sun., 10-11 a.m. Expo

Ethan B.

229526 Mar. 17-Apr. 21 Thu., 6-7 p.m.

Dirza D.

PRIVATE BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION TRAINING

Beck

DOG AGILITY

Traverse a maze of jumps, tunnels & contact obstacles (A-frame, teeter, dog walk). Dog must walk loose on leash, come & stay.

■ Mar. 12, Apr. 9, May 7

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.

■ Advanced: Sat., 6 p.m.

■ Beginner: Sat., 7:15

p.m.

■ Beck ■ $8/drop-in ■ Debby F. & Kathleen L.

PROFESSIONAL & VOLUNTEER THERAPY TEAM TRAIN

A class for volunteer therapy teams & 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. The AKC® Canine Good Citizen® test will be administered at the end of the course.

229533 Mar. 13-Apr. 17

Sun., 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Expo ■ $97 ($77 Resident) ■ Pat Blocker ■ ■

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.

231374 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 ■ Sun., 8:30-10 a.m.

■ Expo ■ $150 ■ Ethan Bonen

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DRAMA

The Aurora Fox/Cultural Services Division 14949 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 9-4 p.m.

303.739.6520 www.auroragov.org/recreation

THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS

PERCY JACKSON

Ages 4-7

Ages 8-13

Students will create characters based on The Magic School Bus book series. They will learn about acting & storytelling through vocal & movement exercises & act out different stories each week.

No class Mar. 29.

231494 Mar. 8-Apr. 5 231495 Apr. 19-May 10 ■ Tue., 4:30-6 p.m.

■ Mission Viejo Library ■ $53 ($41 Resident) ■ Karen McChesney

Learn about ancient Greek Mythology & create a play based on the Percy Jackson book series. Perform for your friends & family on the final day of class.

Some outside class work & memorization required.

231502 Mar. 19-Apr. 23 ■ Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

■ Tallyn’s Reach Library ■ $80 ($60 Resident) ■ Dara Osborne

CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS

Ages 6-9

Learn about acting, characterization, stage movement & storytelling through a series of theatre exercises & games while creating a performance piece based upon the Captain Underpants book series.

231496 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 ■ Sat., 1:30-3 p.m.

■ Central Library Studio ■ $70 ($54 Resident) ■ Katherine Foote

AUDITIONS

Ages 7-18

Prepare for the Little Foxes Children’s Theatre auditions on April 22, 23 & 24. Select & perform a memorized audition piece or “Monologue” while learning other tricks of the trade from a professional actor & director.

Section One Ages 7-11 231498 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 ■ Sat.,

9-10:30 a.m.

Section Two Ages 12-18 231499 Mar. 5-Apr. 9

■ Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12N ■ Aurora Fox Theatre ■ $75 ($58 Resident) ■ Katherine Foote

GOOSEBUMPS

Ages 9-14

Explore all the comic horror & thrills of the series by creating a play based on one or more of the Goosebumps books. Learn about dramatic tension & surprise. Create characters, props & costumes. Perform for family & friends on the last day of class. Some outside class work & memorization required.

231503 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 ■ Sat., 3-5 p.m.

■ Central Library Studio ■ $80 ($60 Resident) ■ Katherine Foote

SLAPSTICK CIRCUS

Ages 10-18

Learn stage combat techniques such as falls, strangling, hair-pulling & punching while creating comic characters. Weave actions into an original story. Perform this story using stage combat choreography set to music.

Previous acting experience strongly encouraged.

231580 Apr. 30-May 21 ■ Sat., 1-4 p.m.

■ Central Library Studio ■ $80 ($60 Resident) ■ Dara Osborne

LITTLE FOXES CHILDREN’S THEATRE AUDITIONS

SUMMER PRODUCTIONS 2016

Volunteer Youth ages 7-18 & Adult Professional (Paid, Non-Equity)

Memorize a one-minute monologue, appropriate to your age & children’s theatre, preferably from a published play. Bring a printed photo (school picture or Polaroid is fine) & your family’s Spring & Summer schedules (May, June & July.) Scheduling is extremely important! Roles may include music or dance so let us know if you have any other performance oriented skills, or if you play a musical instrument.

Costume fee is $50 per youth, once cast.

Call 303.739.1970 for more audition info.

Apr. 22: 4-6 p.m.

Apr. 23: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Apr. 24: 9 a.m.-12N Aurora Fox Arts Center 9900 E. Colfax Ave.

WRITE - AURORA Ages 8 & older In celebration of National Poetry Month, put your writing skills into play with Art In Public Places & the Aurora Cultural Arts District.

Join us for a unique writing experience with a creative writing workshop led by Auroras Poet Laureate Jovan Mays. Bring a notebook, pencil & an open mind as we explore the artistic side of the city. Youth under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required.

Star K Ranch 231605 Apr. 3 Aurora History Museum 231606 Apr. 10 Aurora Central Library 231607 Apr. 17 Martin Luther King Library 231608 Apr. 24 ■ Sun., 1-3 p.m.

■ Aurora’s Poet Laureate

Jovan Mays

■ Free

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Aurora Center For Active Adults 30 Del Mar Cr., Aurora, CO 80011 Contributing to the health & well-being of Aurora's 50+ community

WELCOME TO ACAA PROGRAMS

Spring

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

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

Quilt Sale

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

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

Closed: May 30

Thursday, May 5, Noon-7 p.m.

Friday, May 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m.-1 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.

230884 Mar. 25 at 9:30 a.m.

LINE DANCE 231328

303.739.7950 to schedule

Sat. April 23 12-3 p.m. $10/person Pre-registration required.

a tour.

303.739.7950

Free, please pre-register.

Can’t make the Coffee…call

Enjoy an afternoon of line dancing at the ACAA! Two separate rooms available to accommodate beginners & more advanced dancers.

Light refreshments served.

AURORA COMMISSION FOR SENIORS 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

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.

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.

Can you Sing or Dance?

Then join us & share your talent!

Seniors 88’ Chorus & Small Group Road Show Troop Book Seniors Showtime to entertain for your next event.

Info: 303.739.7950

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*Request supply list at registration

ART OF WRITING

Explore writing strategies & sharpen your creative writing skills.

230743 Apr. 7-May 12 ■ Thu., 1-3 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Carol Justman

ALL MEDIA WORKSHOP

Work in your favorite media while finish up projects or starting new.

230746 Mar. 21 231490 Apr. 18 230745 May 16 ■ Mon., 9 a.m.-12N ■ $20 ($15 Resident) ■ Stephen Collins

COLOR PENCIL *

Study the principles of color pencil. Both classes are beginner friendly.

COLOR PENCIL TECHNIQUE

This class will focus on finishing up your color pencil projects & practicing techniques.

230764 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 LANDSCAPES IN COLOR PENCIL*

Learn to create visual effects for landscapes using color pencils.

230763 Apr. 22-May 27 ■ Fri., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Stephen Collins

DRAWING FOUNDATIONS*

No experience needed.

Learn how to draw using basic drawing method, measurement, basic volumes, rendering light & showdown using paper, graphite pencil & eraser.

230798 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 231491 Apr. 22-May 27 ■ Fri., 1-3 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Stephen Collins

PASTELS*

Learn about color relationships, shading & the layering of colors & tones.

230834 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 230835 Apr. 21-May 26 ■ Thu., 1-3 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Penny Lager

WATERCOLOR*

Unlock the mystery of color when mixed with water.

230880 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230881 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 9:30-11:30 a.m.

230882 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230883 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Penny Lager

RUBBER STAMPING

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

230851 Mar. 8 230850 Apr. 12 230849 May 10 ■ Tue., 1-3 p.m.

■ $13 ($10 Resident) ■ Donna Rumple

RUBBER STAMPING DROP IN

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

230855 Mar. 22 230854 Apr. 26 230853 May 24 ■ Tue., 1-3 p.m.

JAPANESE BUNKA

This needlework art form is completed with a punch needle & a unique thread from Japan. Kit needs to be ordered from instructor prior to start of class. Call for information.

230812 Mar. 1-29 230813 Apr. 5-26 230814 May 3-31 ■ Tue., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $13 ($10 Resident) ■ Pat Ritchie

THE BUNKA BUNCH

If you can’t make every class, just drop in.

■ $3/session

METAL ARTS

Learn how metals are mined & used to make a metal work of art. Supplies are included in fee.

Pewter Casting

Cast your own pewter butterfly & rose.

230824 May 9 ■ 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!

230826 May 23 ■ Mon., 1-4 p.m.

■ $64 ($49 Resident)

PAINTING SILK SCARVES

Have fun painting your own silk scarf.

230830 Apr. 14 ■ Thu., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ $35 ($27 Resident) ■ Rae Richey ■ Supplies included in fee

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. Join the class any month.

Monday Quilt Block * 230840 Mar. 7 230839 Apr. 4 230838 May 2 ■ Mon., 1-4 p.m.

■ $16 ($12 Resident)

Saturday Quilt Block* 230845 Mar. 5 230844 Apr. 2 230843 May 7

■ Sat., 8:30-11:30 a.m.

■ $16 ($12 Resident)

The UFO Class 230846 Mar. 5 ■ Sat.,

12-3 p.m.

230842 Apr. 11

■ Mon., 1-4 p.m.

■ $13 ($10 Resident)

QUILT FOR THE DAY*

Spend the day sewing this fun quilt top.

230841 Apr. 9 ■ Sat., 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

■ $27 ($21 Resident)

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BRIDGE BASICS

SPANISH

Challenge your mind as you learn this game.

230758 Feb. 17-Mar. 23 ■ Wed., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $55 ($42 Resident) ■ Carl Dixon

Learn Spanish,

MAHJONG

text book at Barnes &

communicate with new people & strengthen your brain – all at the same time! Purchase required

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

230816 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 ■ Thu., 1-3 p.m.

■ $59 ($45 Resident) ■ Karen Willner

Noble (or online) & bring to

LANGUAGE CLASSES

230860 Apr. 21-May 26

ITALIAN

Spanish – Beginner 4

the first class.

Spanish – Beginner 1 Part 2

230810 Apr. 20-May 25 ■ Wed.,

12-1:30 p.m.

231501 Apr. 18-May 23

Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters

■ Mon.,

9:30-11 a.m.

Spanish – Beginner 2 Part 2 230859 Mar. 3-Apr. 7 ■ Thu.,

■ Tue.,

Spanish – Intermediate 2 230871 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 230872 Apr. 22-May 27 ■ Fri.,

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

Spanish – Intermediate 4 230875 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 230876 Apr. 18-May 23 ■ Mon.,

12-1:30 p.m.

Spanish – Conversation 1 230861 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230862 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue.,

10-11:30 a.m.

Spanish – Conversational 2 230863 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 230864 Apr. 20-May 25

9-10:30 a.m.

■ $68 ($52 Resident) ■ Marisol Senecal

MORNING STAR ADULT DAY PROGRAM

12-1:30 p.m.

231492 Mar. 4-Apr. 8 ■ Fri.,

230750 May 5 ■ Thu., 10:30-11:30 a.m.

■ Rosalyn Reese ■ No fee, registration required.

9-10:30 a.m.

Spanish for Travelers 231500 Apr. 22-May 27

230748 Mar. 3

230749 Apr. 7

231507 Apr. 19-May 24

230809 Mar. 2-Apr. 6

The Basics of Memory Loss, Alzheimer's & Dementia

Spanish – Beginner 2 Part 1

Learn Italian beginning with the basic grammar, vocabulary & expressions.

Progress to speaking the language.

230807 Mar. 2-Apr. 6 230808 Apr. 20-May 25 ■ Wed., 8:30-10 a.m.

■ $68 ($52 Resident) ■ Marisol Senecal

Italian for Travelers

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

Healthier Habits for a Healthier You

231506 Mar. 1-Apr. 5

Learn simple words & phrases for travel to foreign speaking destinations.

Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association

230858 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

Italian Connection

JUST FOR TRAVELERS

ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION

■ Wed., ■ $68

10-11:30 a.m.

($52 Resident)

■ Marisol

Senecal

Cost-effective, safe, quality care for adults age 55+ who need supervision or assistance during the day.

HOURS

Mon.-Fri. • 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

1016 Boston St. Denver, CO 80230 In Historic Lowry, Building 880 303.326.8320 Social & Recreational Programming Call for a free trial visit Family Caregiver Support Group 2nd Fri., 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Morning Star Free, but register: 303.326.8323.

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day trips

Aurora Center For Active Adults Registration Line: 303.326.8650

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.

DAY TRIPPERS SPRING SOCIAL Friday, Apr. 8 9-11 a.m.

SAVE THE DATE! Pick up the Summer Day Tripper Newsletter

DAY TRIPS Class # Date

Time

COLCANNON* DENVER BRASS: CELTIC TALES* 231296 Mar. 13 Sun., 12:45-4:45 p.m.

231302 Mar. 18 Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

231516 Apr. 1 Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

$35 ($27 Res.) $8-$13 $35 ($27 Res.) $8-$13

BDT: PETER & THE STAR CATCHER* 231290 Mar. 20 Sun., 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

$93 ($73 Res.)

DHT: DENVER NOW & THEN 231299 Mar. 25 Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

$52 ($40 Res.) $7-$12

RAMBLER RANCH* 231303 Mar. 31 Thu., 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

$47 ($36 Res.)

ARTS IN THE AFTERNOON: BROADWAY FAVORITES* 231287 Apr. 6

Wed., 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $49 ($38 Res.) $8-$13

CASTLE ROCK OUTLETS 231288 Apr. 7

Thu., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

$20 ($15 Res.)

STAR K RANCH TOUR 231517 Apr. 14 Thu., 11:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. $13 ($10 Res.)

STANLEY MARKETPLACE 231304 Apr. 15 Fri., 10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. $13 ($10 Res.) 231518 May 12 Thu., 10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. $13 ($10 Res.)

EDELWEISS ALPACA FARM TOUR 231295 Apr. 18 Mon., 10:15 a.m.-4 p.m.

231305 Apr. 28 Thu., 10:15 a.m.-4 p.m.

$39 ($30 Res.) $6-$11 $39 ($30 Res.) $6-$11

SOUTH PACIFIC* 231289 Apr. 23 Sat., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

$97 ($77 Res.)

DHT: BROADWAY 231298 Apr. 25 Mon., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

$56 ($43 Res.) $7-$12

LEANIN’ TREE GREETING CARD FACTORY TOUR 231306 May 2 Mon., 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

$30 ($23 Res.) $7-$12

BOULDER COUNTY HERITAGE CENTER ROCKIES VS. DIAMONDBACKS*

extended travel for

231519 May 11 Wed., 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

$29 ($22 Res.) $46 ($35 Res.)

BROADMOOR TOUR & LUNCH*

Tripper Social gives you

231293 May 18 Wed., 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

the opportunity to meet

ROYAL GORGE TRAIN RIDE*

with friends & make

231307 May 23 Mon., 9:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

by Harvard Square.

$20 ($15 Res.) $8-$13

DENVER MOB BUS TOUR

about day trips &

refreshments provided

$51 ($39 Res.)

NATIONAL EAGLE REPOSITORY TOUR 231292 Mar. 15 Tue., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

231301 May 6 Fri., 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

plans over coffee &

Menu

231294 Mar. 9 Wed., 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $49 ($38 Res.) $8-$13

with detailed information

Summer 2016. The Day

Non-Res.

$52 ($40 Res.) $13-$28 $120 ($100 Res.)

COORS FIELD TOUR* 231291 May 25 Wed., 10:15 a.m.-3 p.m.

$33 ($25 Res.)

DHT: AMAZING AMUSEMENTS 231344 May 27 Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

$80 ($60 Res.) $7-$12

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DINING ADVENTURES Class # Date

Time

Non-Res.

Menu

POLISH MYSTERY MEAL 231313 Mar. 3 Thu., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

$20 ($15 Res.) $8-$16

MAGGIE SMITH’S IRISH PUB 231311 Mar. 11 Fri., 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

$20 ($15 Res.) $7-$12

OLD BLINKING LIGHT 231315 Mar. 24 Thu., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

$20 ($15 Res.) $8-$16

BALISTRERI WINE LUNCH* 231309 Apr. 4 Mon., 10:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $60 ($46 Res.)

HUMPHREY HOUSE TOUR & TEA* 231310 Apr. 13 Wed., 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

$52 ($40 Res.)

TED’S MONTANA GRILL 231314 Apr. 21 Thu., 10:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. $13 ($10 Res.) $8-$16

DUSTY ROSE AFTERNOON TEA* 231312 May 4 Wed., 10:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. $65 ($50 Res.)

ASSIGNMENTS 231308 May 13 Fri., 5-8:45 p.m.

$59 ($45 Res.)

BLACK FOREST RESTAURANT 231523 May 19 Thu., 10:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. $26 ($20 Res.) $8-$16

EXTENDED TRAVEL

HIGH COUNTRY HIKES For detailed information about hiking trips see the Spring 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.

TUESDAY Depart: 7:30 a.m.

Return: 5 p.m., Return times are approximate.

■ $31 ($24 Res.) per trip ■ 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

MESA TRAIL

231324 Apr. 5

THREE SISTERS

231318 Apr. 12

SOUTH PACIFIC WONDERS October 31, 2016 (15 days)

SOUTH TABLE MOUNTAIN

231321 Apr. 19

CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE December 3, 2016 (9 days)

SOUTH VALLEY PARK

231544 Apr. 26

CARPENTER PEAK

231319 May 3

AMERICA’S MUSIC CITIES March 26, 2017 (8 days)

HEIL VALLEY RANCH

231320 May 10

BLACK CANYON*

231322 May 17

ITALIAN VISTAS April 25, 2017 (13 days)

A Collette representative presents a free slide show at the Aurora Center for

BOB COUCH MOUNTAIN

231323 May 24

STAUNTON ELK FALLS POND

Active Adults on upcoming extended travel trips on Wednesday, February 24

231317 May 31

at 2 p.m. The presentation is free, but please call 303.739.7950 to register.

*Bring National Parks Pass

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fitness

Aurora Center For Active Adults Registration Line: 303.326.8650

WEIGHT & EXERCISE ROOM HOURS

ACAA DROP-IN & ACTIVITY PASS Includes use of: ■ Weight & Exercise Room featuring weights, treadmills,

NuStep, the Wave, bikes, stepper & elliptical machines.

Free orientation required before first visit.

■ Drop-in Fitness Classes ■ Billiards

See the Fit & Well newsletter for complete class descriptions. Pick up at ACAA or online at auroragov.org/ recreation, adults 50+.

■ Mon.-Thu.,

7 a.m.-8 p.m.

7 a.m.-5 p.m.

■ Sat., 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Excluding when Strength Training Classes are scheduled.

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® membership card.

Class Day Time Rm./Location BELLY DANCE Tue. 3-4 p.m.

Rm. 105 CORE AID Mon. 10:15-11 a.m.

Rm. 103 GENTLE TAI CHI M/W/F 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Rm. 105 GENTLE TAI CHI Sat. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 105 EASY DOES IT, STRENGTH & BALANCE M/W 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Rm. 103 ESSENTRICS T/Th/F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Rm. 103 & 105 LINE DANCE - BEGINNER I Thu. 12-1 p.m.

Rm. 105 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 SILVERSNEAKERS® Classic Mon. 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Rm. 111 Classic W/F 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 105 Classic M/W/F 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rm. 105 & 111 Circuit T/Th 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rm. 105 CHAIR YOGA T/Th 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Rm. 105 MAT YOGA Mon. 11:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Rm. 103 QI GONG Tue. 10:15-11:05 a.m.

Rm. 103 STRENGTH TRAINING M/W/F 7:30-8:30 a.m.

Weight Rm. STRENGTH TRAINING M/W 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Weight Rm. STRENGTH TRAINING T/Th 4-5 p.m.

Weight Rm. STRENGTH TRAINING T/Th 6-7 p.m.

Weight Rm. TAI CHI FIT T/Th 8-8:45 a.m.

Rm. 103 & 104 TOTAL FITNESS M/W/F 8-9 a.m.

Rm. 105 TOTAL FITNESS M/W/F 9:05-10:05 a.m.

Rm. 105 TOTAL FITNESS T/Th 9-10 a.m.

Rm. 111 TOTAL FITNESS Sat. 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 105 WOMEN ON WEIGHTS Tue. 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Rm. 105 YOGA - BEGINNING/CONTINUING M/W 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Rm. 103 YOGA STRETCH & BALANCE Wed. 10-11 a.m.

Rm. 103 & 104 Mon. 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Rm. 103 & 104 ZUMBA® Wed. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Rm. 105 ZUMBA® ZUMBA CIRCUIT Thu. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Rm. 105 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Rm. 105 ZUMBA STEP® Wed. 9-9:45 a.m.

Rm. 103 & 104 ZUMBA® GOLD-BEGINNERS ZUMBA TONING Wed. 6:45-7:15 p.m.

Rm. 105 No class May 30.

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SPECIALTY FITNESS CLASSES ADVANCED TAI CHI CHU’UAN • ACAA

ACAA ACTIVITY FEES

230654 Mar. 4-25

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

$47 ($36 Res.)

Daily Drop-in Fee

230656 Apr. 1-29

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

$47 ($36 Res.)

$4/Age 12-61

230655 May 6-27

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

$47 ($36 Res.)

$3/Age 62+

$110 ($90 Res.)

10 Day Activity Pass

230657 Mar. 4- May 27 Fri., 8:30-9:15 a.m.

BASIC TAI CHI CHU’UAN • ACAA

$29 ($22 Res.) Age 12-17

230660 Mar. 4-May 27

$32 ($24 Res.) Age 18-26

Fri., 9:30-10:15 a.m. $110 ($90 Res.)

$40 ($36 Res.) Age 27-61

BEGINNING PILATES • ACAA 230665 Mar. 3-31

Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m. $33 ($25 Res.)

230667 Apr. 7-28

Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m. $33 ($25 Res.)

230666 May 5-26

Thu., 10:15-11:15 a.m. $33 ($25 Res)

$30 ($24 Res.) Age 62+

1 Month Activity Pass $29 ($22 Res.) Age 12-17 $32 ($24 Res.) Age 18-26

HATHA YOGA • Smoky Hill Library

$40 ($36 Res.) Age 27-61

230673 Mar. 7-28

Mon., 9:15-10:45 a.m. $48 ($37 Res.)

$30 ($24 Res.) Age 62+

230675 Apr. 4-25

Mon., 9:15-10:45 a.m. $48 ($37 Res.)

230674 May 2-23

Mon., 9:15-10:45 a.m. $48 ($37 Res.)

For more fitness classes see pages ???!

EZ $ PAY $

Relieve stress & speed up the healing process. **Packages used in

MASSAGE

Have your monthly activity pass automatically deducted each month. It's EZ & convenient!

Pro-rated 1st & full last month fee to sign up

1 hour increments

30 min. $37 / 60 min. $52

Cancellations must

EZ Pay Monthly Activity Pass

Introductory Session

be made 24 hours in

$23.50 ($18 Res.) Age 12-17

1st time clients $45/1 hr.

advance or a $20 fee

$29 ($22 Res.) Age 18-26

PACKAGES

$38 ($29 Res.) Age 27-61

3 Pack • $141** | 5 Pack • $225**

$29 ($22 Res.)/Age 62+

will be charged.

Monday - Saturday appointment times.

REFLEXOLOGY 30 min. $25 / 60 min. $40 Introductory Session 1st time clients $34/1 hr.

APPOINTMENTS 303.739.7950

PACKAGES 3 Pack (180 min.) • $108** 5 Pack (300 min.) • $170**

ANNUAL ACTIVITY PASS $228 ($174 Res.) Age 12-17 $276 ($216 Res.) Age 18-26 $366 ($276 Res.) Age 27-61 $276 ($216 Res.) Age 62+

All passes valid at ACAA, Beck Center & Utah Pool.

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BETTER BALANCE & FALL PREVENTION

Presented by Physiotherapy Associates

TRAINER LINE: 303.739.7956

INDIVIDUAL Quick review of exercise basics & equipment with a program to follow.

• $40/Introductory session (75 min.)

• Introductory session required before other sessions.

• $37/1 session (60 min.)

• $99/3 sessions (180 min.)

• $185/6 sessions (360 min.)

GROUP Can’t afford 1 on 1 Personal Training? Try group Personal Training.

• Groups of 2-4.

• Intro session required.

• Call for pricing.

TEST & TRAIN COMBO • $50/fitness assessment & Introductory Personal Training Session (90 min.)

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

As we age loss of balance & the fear of falling can take place. There are many different ways to improve your balance & confidence in fall prevention. Learn the different exercises & tips to boost your balance & prevent injury from falling.

230679 May 4 ■ Wed., 10-11 a.m.

■ Free, Pre-registration required.

RELIEVE YOUR SHOULDER PAIN!

Presented by Life Care of Aurora

Shoulder pain can keep you from work, your favorite activities or just getting out of bed in the morning. The causes of shoulder pain, the treatment options, exercises, & ways to relieve your pain will be covered.

231060 May 18 ■ Wed., 10-11 a.m.

■ Free, Pre-registration required.

COFFEE WITH A COP

Sponsored by Cherry Creek Retirement Community

Join Aurora’s Senior Resource Officer, Jim Seneca for a cup of joe.

Enjoy a doughnut too!

Learn valuable safety tips & the latest on crimes targeting older adults in Aurora.

■ Wed., May 18, 10-11 a.m.

■ Free

LINE DANCING

Never line danced a step in your life? Learn some of the most popular & basic steps used in line dance & put them together in some simple beginner dances. A fun way to stimulate your brain as well as exercise your muscles!

Intro to Line Dancing 231326 Mar. 3-May 5 231531 May 19-July 7 ■ 10:45-11:45

a.m. ($32 Resident) ■ No class May 31 ■ $42

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.

231328 Apr. 23 ■ Sat., 12-3 p.m.

■ $10/person ■ Pre-registration required.

303.739.7950

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES Billiards • Drop in Fee ■ Mon.-Sat., regular hours Bingo • Free ■ Thu., 12:30-2 p.m.

Pinocle • Free ■ Wed. & Fri., 1-3 p.m.

Wii Games • Free ■ Mon.-Sat., regular hours

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT COACHING

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

■ $40/75 min. Required before other sessions.

■ $37/1 Session ( 60 mins.) ■ $99/3 Sessions (180 mins.) ■ $185/6 Sessions (360 mins.)

For more information please call 303.739.7956.

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FINANCIAL EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

Presented by Community Education Outreach, in partnership with Charles Schwab Foundation

This program is designed to motivate & empower participants to take charge of their financial futures.

Goal Setting & Budget Planning 230804 Mar. 24 Debt Reduction & Credit Repair 230803 Apr. 21 Building & Protecting Your Assets 230805 May 19

■ Thu., 5:45-7:15 p.m.

■ No fee, registration

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! .

230888 Mar. 9 230887 Apr. 13 230886 May 11 ■ Wed., 10 a.m.-12N ■ $7 ($5 Resident)

REVERSE MORTGAGE

Presented by Anne L Matchett, Mortgage Consultant, Reverse Mortgages, NMLS # 137647

Learn about the many changes, safeguards & protections for a FHA reverse mortgage, a government insured loan for seniors. Borrowers can gain income from home equity or use to purchase a new home. Live mortgage free; gain non-taxed loan proceeds.

230801 Mar. 17

■ Thu., 10-11:30 a.m.

■ No fee, registration

required.

■ Anne.Matchett@CHL.cc

AVOIDING FRAUDS & SCAMS

Presented by Aurora Federal Credit Union

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

231530 Mar. 31 ■ Thu., 10-11:30 a.m.

■ Free, pre-registration required.

AARP – INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

This service is sponsored by AARP & is coordinated by volunteers.

On-site help in completing Federal & State Income Tax Returns for 2015 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. Bring all income reporting forms for interest, dividends, pensions, wages & social security, as well as a list of potential deductible items.

Also bring copies of your 2014 Tax Returns & your packet for 2015 tax filing.

■ Feb. 1-Apr. 12 ■ Mon. & Tue. ■ Appointments required.

■ CALL: 303.739.7962 between 9 a.m.-3 p.m./ Mon.-Fri.

MEDICARE BENEFITS

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

Medicare & Health Reform 230819 Mar. 10 Medicare 101 230820 Apr. 14 Medicare & Long Term Care 230821 May 12

■ Thu., 10-11:30 a.m.

■ No fee, registration

required.

Medicare Counseling

by S.H.I.P. ■ By

appointment at the ACAA ■ 720.321.8850/appt.

SERVICES AARP – SAFE DRIVING COURSE

■ Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6 ■ Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

■ 1.888.227.7669/register

COMMODITIES - ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOOD BANK

■ 1st Tue. of month

9-11 a.m.

■ 720.473.6323

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP AT MORNING STAR

■ 2nd Fri., 1:30-3:30 p.m.

■ 303.326.8323/register

LOW VISION SUPPORT COLORADO COUNCIL OF THE BLIND ■ Mar. 21, Apr. 18, May 16 ■ Mon., 10 a.m.

■ 303.831.0117/info

MEDICARE COUNSELING

BY THE STATE HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (S.H.I.P.)

■ 720.321.8850/ appt.

POLICE ACADEMY

Spring class 303.739.6346/register

SAGE - SERVICE & ADVOCACY FOR GLBT ELDERS

■ 1st Mon. of month 10-11 a.m.

SENIOR RESOURCES

This service connects seniors to needed resources.

Call Senior Solutions at 303.426.4408

VOA LUNCH PROGRAM

Hot meals served to seniors 60+ by the Volunteers of America.

■ Mon.-Thu., meals served 11:45 a.m.

■ Donations requested

VNA HEALTH CLINICS

Mon., 9 a.m.-12N Mar. 14 & 28 Apr. 11 & 25 May 9 & 23 To schedule an appointment, call VNA, 303.698.6496.

■ ■ ■ ■

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FITNESS

Beck Recreation Center 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6888 www.auroragov.org/beckcenter

BECK RECREATION CENTER Aurora’s Full Service Recreation Center! Your drop-in fee or membership at Beck Center includes unlimited use of: ■ 25 yard heated swimming pool* ■ 14 person hot tub

DAILY DROP-IN RATES

■ Expanded weight training area ■ Full size gymnasium

Youth (2-17) • $3

■ Expanded cardiovascular area

Young Adult (18-26) • $3.50

■ Group fitness classes*

Adult (27-61) • $4

■ 4 racquetball courts

Senior (62+) • $3.50

Check out our affordable Recreation Center

*Additional fees for specialty classes.

BECK HOURS OF OPERATION Free weights, machine weights, treadmills & stair steppers, recumbent bikes, elliptical machines, stretching area & broadcast television. To ensure safety, children under age of

Passes at

12 are not allowed in the fitness areas at any time. Youth 12-

auroragov.org/

15 must be accompanied & directly supervised by an adult at

beckcenter!

all times.

Mon.-Thu. 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

FACILITY RENTALS The Beck Center features a

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

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

400-person banquet room

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

with attached kitchen.

FREE ORIENTATION

A multi-use conference room, full-size gymnasium

Beck fitness staff instructs you on the proper use of

& pool facilities are also for

equipment. This service is free & included with your

rent. For more information,

admission fee, please register at least one day in

rates, or to schedule a visit, call 303.739.6889.

PRO SHOP AT THE WELCOME DESK Check out what we have to offer in our lobby display case.

advance. To schedule your orientation time or for special accommodations, call 303.739.6888.

BECK CENTER HOLIDAY HOURS March 27 • 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

May 30 • 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

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FITNESS

Beck Recreation Center 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6888 www.auroragov.org/beckcenter

BARBELL BLAST

Train with barbells, dumbbells, & more to target all your muscle groups.

BOOT CAMP

Go easy or go strong, this power punched class has something for everyone. A variety of circuit & interval work with different intensities. A fun challenge!

CARDIO KETTLEBELL

An intense cardio-strength building workout using kettlebells. Circuits & intervals are used to burn max calories!

CARDIOSTRENGTH

Intervals using our weight machine circuit & a variety of other challenging exercises, mixed with bursts of aerobic exercise.

SILVERSNEAKERS® CARDIOFIT

Get up & go with an aerobics class that’s safe, heart-healthy & gentle on the joints. The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement & upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretching & relaxation exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle. Moderate to intense choreographed movement.

SILVERSNEAKERS® CIRCUIT

Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular & muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout.

Upper-body strength work with weights, tubing & a SilverSneakers ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is used for standing support, stretching & relaxation exercises.

SILVERSNEAKERS® CLASSIC

Have fun & move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement & activities for daily living. Weights, tubing, & a SilverSneakers® ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available for seated or standing support.

SILVERSNEAKERS® YOGA

Basic & gentle seated or standing yoga postures, stretches, & stress reducing breathing.

TABATA BLAST BOOTCAMP

High intensity interval training is proven to boost metabolism & take you to the next level. Complete rounds of 20 seconds at high intensity, with 10 second rests in between, for a power packed workout. Modifications available for all fitness levels.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS

Gentle group exercise designed to provide people of all ages & ability with a joint friendly alternative. Basic circular movement patterns are used to improve range of motion & balance.

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH

Gentle meditation in motion that melts off stress & improves balance & coordination. Recommended for those wanting to de-stress & improve their balance & lower body strength.

VINYASA YOGA

A series of poses that will move you through the power of inhaling & exhaling. The continual movements, from one pose to another, gives you an added cardiovascular benefit & can increase muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, & reduce stress.

YOGA

Improve your flexibility, posture & strength with easy to learn yoga movements. This soothing class can assist with injury recovery or chronic pain issues. Learn to relax & rejuvenate your body through breath control & fluid body movement.

ZUMBA™

Latin inspired moves & music make for a party style workout that is fun for all ages & abilities.

ZUMBA™ STEP

Zumba music & choreography with the added intensity of moving up & down on a step platform. Get a super charged workout that tones the lower body & really works up a sweat!

ZUMBA TONING ™

Blending body-sculpting techniques & specific Zumba moves into one calorie-burning, strength-training class.

BECK RECREATION CENTER 800 Telluride St. Aurora, CO 80011

TRAINER LINE 303.739.6881

INDIVIDUAL*

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.)

• $185/6 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.

• $45/Introductory Session (90 min.)

Introductory session required before other sessions

• $37/1 session (60 min.)

• $100/3 sessions (180 min.)

• $185/6 sessions (360 min.)

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

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FITNESS & FOOD

BECK DROP-IN FITNESS SCHEDULE

SHAM-ROCK YOUR BODY

SS = SilverSneakers® Class

Ages 14 & older

A 60 minute Tabata Boot Camp class & a 1.5 hour Healthy Green cooking class. Tabata Boot Camp: Ignite your metabolism with high intensity intervals mixed with traditional body weight boot camp exercises.

Modifications available for all fitness levels.

Menu: Simple Shells with Peas • Garlic Parmesan Edamame • Best Ever Kale Chips • Green Citrus Smoothie.

230935 Mar. 28 ■ Mon.,

6-8:30 p.m. ($35 Resident) ■ Expo ■ $46

STRESS AWARENESS SCORCHER

Ages 14 &older

A 60 minute Candlelight Yoga class & a 1.5 hour Stress Relief Healthy Comfort Foods cooking class. Candlelight Yoga: Improve flexibility, posture, & strength while melting away stress by candlelight. Learn to relax & rejuvenate your body through breath control & fluid body movements.

Menu: Simple Asparagus Soup • Warm Rosemary Olives • Overnight Oatmeal • Chamomile Tea. 230936 Apr. 11 ■ Mon.,

6-8:30 p.m.

■ $46 ($35 Resident) ■ Expo

MONDAY

Beginning Yoga Cardiostrength SS Circuit Cardiostrength Barbell Blast Tai Chi for Health Zumba

TUESDAY

SS Yoga SS Classic Cardio Strength Tai Chi for Arthritis SS Classic Boot Camp Cardiostrength Zumba™ Toning

WEDNESDAY

Cardiostrength SS Circuit SS Yoga Cardiostrength Yoga Tai Chi for Health Zumba™

THURSDAY

SS Yoga SS Classic Tai Chi for Arthritis SS Classic Cardio Kettlebell Tabata Blast Bootcamp Cardiostrength Zumba™ Step

FRIDAY

Cardiostrength SS CardioFit Cardiostrength

SATURDAY

Vinyasa Cardiostrength Boot Camp Barbell Blast

8-9 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

5:45-6:45 p.m.

6:45-7:45 p.m.

7:05-8:05 p.m.

Studio Weight Room Spruce Room Weight Room Studio Pinion Room Studio

8:30-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

1-2 p.m.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

6-7 p.m.

7:05-7:50 p.m.

Spruce Spruce Weight Studio Studio Studio Weight Studio

Room Room Room

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

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

5:30-6:30 p.m.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

7:05-8:05 p.m.

Weight Spruce Studio Weight Studio Spruce Studio

Room Room

8:30-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

1-2 p.m.

5:30-6:15 p.m.

6:20-7 p.m.

6-7 p.m.

7:05-7:50 p.m.

Spruce Room Spruce Room Studio Studio Studio Studio Weight Room Studio

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Weight Room Studio Weight Room

8:15-9:15 a.m.

8:30-9:30 a.m.

9:45-10:45 a.m.

11 a.m.-12N

Studio Weight Room Studio Studio

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Room

Room Room

FITNESS

Beck Recreation Center 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6888 www.auroragov.org/beckcenter

FITNESS AT FLETCHER COMMUNITY SCHOOL FITNESS & FOOD BOXING • Ages 6 & older • $12 Learn basic boxing skills & drills. Strength & conditioning

FAMILY ZUMBA DE MAYO

exercises specific to boxing develop over all fitness. You will

Ages 7 & older

practice various punches on punching mitts & a heavy bag.

A 60 minute Zumba class & 1.5 hour Healthy Mexican cooking class.

Family Zumba: Bring the whole family out for this party style work-out of Latin inspired dance moves & music. Menu: Mexican

No person to person sparring will be allow you to assure participant safety.

230311 Mar. 2-30 Wed., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230313 Apr. 6-27 Wed., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230312 May 4-25 Wed., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230307 Mar. 4-25 Fri., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230309 Apr. 1-29 Fri., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230308 May 6-27 Fri., 6-7 p.m. Fletcher Community School

WHIP INTO SHAPE • Ages 7-14 • $16 ($12 Resident) Bring your energy & let’s work it off doing the latest dances.

Stay moving & grooving while having fun with music & using exercise equipment to shake it off whether it's inches or energy!

230910 Mar. 5-26 Sat., 1-1:45 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230911 Apr. 2-30 Sat., 1-1:45 p.m. Fletcher Community School 230912 May 7-28 Sat., 1-1:45 p.m. Fletcher Community School

FITNESS AT MEADOW HILLS BEGINNING YOGA • $36 ($28 Resident) Improve your flexibility, posture & strength with easy to learn yoga movements. This soothing class can assist with injury recovery or chronic pain issues.

230284 Mar. 6-27

Sun., 10-11 a.m.

Meadow Hills

230290 Apr. 3-24

Sun., 10-11 a.m.

Meadow Hills

230287 May 1-29

Sun., 10-11 a.m.

Meadow Hills

230283 Mar. 7-28

Mon., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills

230289 Apr. 4-25

Mon., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills

230286 May 2-30

Mon., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills

230285 Mar. 2-30

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

Meadow Hills

230291 Apr. 6-27

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

Meadow Hills

230288 May 4-25

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

Meadow Hills

HATHA YOGA WITH NELLIE

Enjoy Nellie's extended format that leaves you relaxed, flexible, strengthened & energized. Stress reduction & breathing techniques are used for total wellness.

■ Wed., 9-10:30 a.m.

■ Expo ■ $100/10 punch card • $50/5 punch card • $12/drop-in

Sweet Potato Boats • Mexican Quinoa & Veggies • Homemade Guacamole • Agua Fresca.

230934 May 2 ■ Mon.,

6-8:30 p.m. ($35 Resident) ■ Expo ■ $46

YOGA & BEER

Ages 21 & older

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. Pre-register to secure your spot, limited drop-in space is available on a first come first serve basis.

230346 Mar. 12 230347 Apr. 16 230908 May 14 ■ Sat., 10-11 a.m.

■ $10 ($8 Resident) ■ Dry Dock Brewing Company ■ 15120 East Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80014

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FITNESS

Beck Recreation Center 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6888 www.auroragov.org/beckcenter

FITNESS AT EXPO ESSENTRICS Drop-in $3/class Mon., 12-1 p.m.

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.

ZUMBA

Move to Latin inspired dance moves & music & get a great workout. Se Habla Español.

■ Tue./Thu. ■ 6:30-7:30 p.m.

■ $3 drop-in fee ■ $25 ($20 Resident) monthly pass

JACKI SORENSEN'S AEROBIC DANCE Ages 14 & older We combine stretching, core work, weight training & aerobic exercise into each class using upbeat & motivating music.

First class free! Call Valerie for information at 303.680.6525.

230321 Apr. 6-May 25 ■ Mon. & Wed., 6:15-7:15

p.m.

■ Virginia Court

Elementary ■ $95 2x/wk ■ $64 1x/wk

FITNESS AT MEADOW HILLS ESSENTRICS • $21 ($16 Resident) 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.

230921 Mar. 1-29 Tue., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills 230922 Apr. 5-26 Tue., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills 230923 May 3-31 Tue., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills 230924 Mar. 3-31 Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills 230925 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills 230926 May 5-26 Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadow Hills BEGINNING PILATES • $36 ($28 Resident) A wonderful class to strengthen & lengthen the muscles of the back, hips & abdominals.

230328 Mar. 6-27 Sun., 9-10 a.m.

Meadow Hills 230332 Apr. 3-24 Sun., 9-10 a.m.

Meadow Hills 230330 May 1-29 Sun., 9-10 a.m.

Meadow Hills 230329 Mar. 3-31 Thu., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230333 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230331 May 5-26 Thu., 6-7 p.m.

Meadow Hills YOGALATES • $36 ($28 Resident) Tone & sculpt your entire body as you combine yoga & Pilates together.

230349 Mar. 7-28 Mon., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230353 Apr. 4-25 Mon., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230351 May 2-30 Mon., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230350 Mar. 3-31 Thu., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230354 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills 230352 May 5-26 Thu., 7-8 p.m.

Meadow Hills

FITNESS AT MEADOWOOD ROLL BABY ROLL STROLLER BOOTCAMP • $25 ($20 Resident) Baby gets a front seat experience as parents get a workout.

The stroller is your fitness tool as you combine cardio drills & skills with strength & endurance exercises.

230336 Mar. 1-29 Tue., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood 230340 Apr. 5-26 Tue., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood 230338 May 3-31 Tue., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood 230335 Mar. 3-31 Thu., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood 230339 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood 230337 May 5-26 Thu., 9:15-10:15 a.m. Meadowood BEGINNING YOGA • $36 ($28 Resident) Improve your flexibility, posture & strength with easy to learn yoga movements. This soothing class can assist with injury recovery or chronic pain issues.

230914 Mar. 7-28 Mon., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood 230915 Apr. 4-25 Mon., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood 230916 May 2-30 Mon., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood 230917 Mar. 2-30 Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood 230918 Apr. 6-27 Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood 230919 May 4-25 Wed, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Meadowood

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Beck Recreation Center 800 Telluride St. • Aurora 80011 303.739.6888 www.auroragov.org/beckcenter

FITNESS AT MEADOWOOD

YOUTH FITNESS

BOX-STRENGTH-BURN • $42 ($32 Resident) A combination of functional & dynamic workouts to build strength & stamina with boxing, body weight & boot camp style workouts!

230303 Mar. 1-29

Tue., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

230305 Apr. 5-26

Tue., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

230304 May 3-31

Tue., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

230300 Mar. 3-31

Thu., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

230302 Apr. 7-28

Thu., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

230301 May 5-26

Thu., 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Meadowood

ZUMBA • $20 ($15 Resident) Let the music move you! The Latin rhythm is sure to please, as you dance your way to fitness.

230357 Mar. 1-29

Tue., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

230361 Apr. 5-26

Tue., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

230359 May 3-31

Tue., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

230356 Mar. 3-31

Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

230360 Apr. 7-28

Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

230358 May 5-26

Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12N

Meadowood

FITNESS AT ELOISE MAY LIBRARY BEGINNING YOGA • $27 ($21 Resident) Easy-to-Learn yoga movements that improve flexibility, posture & strength. Good for chronic back pain, pre/post pregnancy or injury recovery.

230293 Mar. 7-21 Mon., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Eloise May Lib. 230297 Apr. 4-18 Mon., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Eloise May Lib.

230295 May 2-16 Mon., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Eloise May Lib.

FITNESS AT VILLAGE GREEN BALANCED BODY BARRE FITNESS • Ages 16 & older • $36 • $27* Using a ballet barre you will tone & trim upper & lower body, strengthen the core, develop greater flexibility, & learn simple ballet techniques. Call Valerie for more info: 303.680.6525.

Drop in: $11/class (Space Available Only) 230275 Mar. 5-26

Sat., 8-9 a.m.

Village Green

230277 Apr. 9-30

Sat., 8-9 a.m.

Village Green

230276 May 7-21*

Sat., 8-9 a.m.

Village Green

PARENT & TOT FITNESS

Ages 12-24 months Interactive & innovative partner exercises for moms, dads & kids too. Increases functional body awareness for the kids & provides a fun atmosphere for burning calories.

230906 Mar. 7-28 230324 Apr. 4-25 Mon., 9-10 a.m.

230907 Mar. 3-31 230326 Apr. 7-28 ■ Thu., 9-10 a.m.

■ $29 ($22 Res.) ■ Village Green

FAMILY DRUMS ALIVE

Ages 7 & older Bring the family out for a challenging & fun cardio workout. Pound out the beat with drumsticks on a fit ball for an exciting way to get the whole family involved in healthy activities.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

230930 Mar. 5 230931 Apr. 16 230932 May 14 ■ Sat., 2:30-3:30 p.m.

■ $8 ($6 Resident) ■ Beck

KIDS RUN, JUMP & PLAY

Ages 7-12 Make new friends & have a blast doing play centered fitness games & activities under the guidance of a personal trainer.

230363 Mar. 2-30 230365 Apr. 6-27 230364 May 4-25 ■ Wed., 4:15-5:15 p.m.

■ $34 ($26 Resident) ■ Meadowood

SPRING BREAK KIDS FITNESS CAMP

Ages 9-14 Don’t let those kids sit around during break.

Activities such as obstacle courses, drills, sports, & more! 20% discount for sibling.

230927 Mar. 29-31 ■ Tue-Thu., 1-3 p.m.

■ $30 ($25 Res.) ■ Beck

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golf Aurora Golf Office 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 www.golfaurora.com

SENIOR GOLF CLINIC AT FITZSIMONS Sat., Apr. 30, 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

Junior G Progorlaf ms Vis it golfaur ora.com Click on J unior Go lf

For prices & times, call one of our pro shops or visit golfaurora.com & click on Clubs & Leagues.

MOTHER/DAUGHTER CLINIC AT MURPHY CREEK Sat., May 14, 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!

AURORA HILLS 303.739.1550

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.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ADD-ON

FITZSIMONS 303.364.8125 MEADOW HILLS 303.690.2500 MURPHY CREEK 303.739.1560 SADDLE ROCK 303.699.3939 SPRINGHILL 303.739.6854

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

Gymnastics Office

Meadowood Recreation Center 3054 S. Laredo St. • Aurora 80013 Info: 303.326.8310 To Register: 303.326.8650

MEADOWOOD GYMNASTICS CLASSES RECREATIONAL RUG BUGS • Walking to age 2 • $59 ($45 Resident) Class focuses on teaching gross motor skills & coordination through engaging play based activities emphasizing interactive participation. Parents get down on the floor to roll around, run around, support & encourage their little ones.

231470 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 Mon., 9:10-10 a.m.

231472 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 10:10-11 a.m.

231473 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 9:10-10 a.m.

231471 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 Sat., 9-9:50 a.m.

231474 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 9:10-10 a.m.

231475 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 10:10-11 a.m.

231476 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 9:10-10 a.m.

231477 Apr. 23-May 21 Sat., 9-9:50 a.m.

GYM KIDS • Ages 2 & 3½ • $59 ($45 Resident)

Class is designed to increase a toddler’s coordination & motor skills while still receiving support from mom & dad.

Class focuses on jumping, balancing, & body control with developmentally appropriate games & equipment.

231445 Mar. 7-Apr. 18 Mon., 10:10-11 a.m.

231447 Mar. 8- Apr. 12 Tue., 11:10 a.m.-12N 231443 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 9:10-10 a.m.

231444 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 10:10-11 a.m.

231446 Mar. 11-Apr. 15 Fri., 5:10-6 p.m.

231448 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 Sat., 10:10-11 a.m.

231449 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 10:10-10:55 a.m.

231450 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 11:10 a.m.-12N 231451 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 9:10-10 a.m.

231452 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 10:10-11 a.m.

231453 Apr. 22-May 20 Fri., 5:10-6 p.m.

231454 Apr. 23-May 21 Sat., 10:10-11 a.m.

TUMBLE TOTS • Ages 3 ½-4 • $59 ($45 Resident)

Children learn to follow teacher instructions, taking turns, & playing well with others in a stimulating gymnastics setting.

Each child is encouraged to progress at their own individual pace as they learn a variety of tumbling skills, jumps, bar hangs, & balancing exercises.

231522 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 Mon., 12:40-1:30 p.m.

231485 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 12:10-1 p.m.

231479 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 10:10-11 a.m.

231481 Mar. 11-Apr. 15 Fri., 9:10-10 a.m.

231480 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Sun., 10:10-11 a.m.

231520 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 12:40-1:30 p.m.

231486 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 12:10-1 p.m.

231484 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 10:10-11 a.m.

231482 Apr. 22-May 20 Fri., 9:10-10 a.m.

231483 Apr. 24-May 22 Sun., 10:10-11 a.m.

MONKEY BUSINESS • Ages 4 & 5 • $59 ($45 Resident) Play centered skill development is encouraged through fun & exciting drills & games. Focused activities are on individual gymnastics events with basic skills being taught on the straight bar, tumble tramp, beam & spring board.

231460 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 Mon., 4-4:50 p.m.

231459 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 9:10-10 a.m.

231576 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 12:40-1:30 p.m.

231467 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 12:30-1:20 p.m.

231462 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Sun., 9:10-10 a.m.

231463 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 4-4:50 p.m.

231464 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 9:10-10 a.m.

231521 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 12:40-1:30 p.m.

231468 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 12:30-1:20 p.m.

231466 Apr. 24-May 22 Sun., 9:10-10 a.m.

GYMNASTICS

Our recreational gymnastics program strives to create a fun, safe environment for every child, emphasizing the development of strength, flexibility, coordination & of course, gymnastics skills!

We believe the simple joy of running, jumping, cart-wheeling & flipping through childhood will help promote physical confidence & develop body awareness, enabling your child to pursue any athletic adventure. Welcome to fun, fitness & recreational gymnastics.

CANCELLATION POLICY Due to the popularity of our gymnastics classes, we abide by our cancellation policy. Please plan your schedule carefully.

We depend on your enrollment for a successful class!

PARENTS With your child’s best interest in mind & to provide the best learning environment, we would like to remind you that parents & siblings are not allowed in the gym during the scheduled class times.

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GYMNASTICS

Gymnastics Office

Meadowood Recreation Center 3054 S. Laredo St. • Aurora 80013 Info: 303.326.8310 To Register: 303.326.8650

MEADOWOOD GYMNASTICS CLASSES FAB FIVES • Age 5 • $59 ($45 Resident) Designed especially for 5 year old girls that have mastered their basic handstand, cartwheel, backwards/forward roll, & bridge. They are ready for a more structured, skill-centered class, & Fab Fives focuses on improving their form & skill sets.

231412 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 5-5:50 p.m.

231527 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 5-5:50 p.m.

231411 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 5-5:50 p.m.

231526 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 5-5:50 p.m.

BOUNCE & TUMBLE • Ages 6-10 • $59 ($45 Resident) Boys & girls are introduced to the basics of gymnastics tumbling. Focus is placed on floor tumbling & beginning tricks on a 40’ trampoline. Beam & bars are also utilized to develop balance & strength.

231394 Mar. 7-Apr. 11 Mon., 5-5:50 p.m.

231395 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 4-4:50 p.m.

231396 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 5-5:50 p.m.

231397 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 4-4:50 p.m.

Ages 10 & under

Fun, supervised, open play for ages 10 & under!

Parents must stay with child in the gym.

MON./WED./FRI. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

FRIDAYS 6-7 p.m.

CHILDREN 5 & UNDER 4-5 p.m. every Fri. $5/child 10 Visit Punch card: $39

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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Aurora, Colorado

LIKE US

JR. BOYS TUMBLE TRICKS • Ages 6-8 • $59 ($45 Resident) Introduction to the basics such as handstands, cartwheels, round-offs, front/back rolls & combinations. Skill development is progressive & individualized.

231456 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 4-4:50 p.m.

231457 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 4-4:50 p.m.

BOYS TUMBLE TRICKS • Ages 9-12 • $59 ($45 Resident) Structured circuits provide an outlet for older boys to keep moving while developing strength, flexibility & coordination.

Basic skills are improved & progressed.

231399 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 4-4:50 p.m.

231400 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 4-4:50 p.m.

GIRLS BEGINNING GYMNASTICS • Ages 6-12 • $62 ($48 Res.) Girls are divided & students are progressed at their own pace to work on strength, balance, coordination, agility & flexibility on equipment. Circuits & stations help students master beginning skills. Great for those trying gymnastics for the 1st time to those needing extra drills & skills practice.

Ages 6-9 231610 231420 231424 231419 231423 231611 231427 231428 231425 231429

Mar. 7-Apr. 11 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Apr. 18-May 16 Apr. 19-May 17 Apr. 21-May 19 Apr. 23-May 21 Apr. 24-May 22

Mon., 6-7 p.m.

Tue., 5-6 p.m.

Thu., 6-7 p.m.

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

Sun., 11 a.m.-12N Mon., 6-7 p.m.

Tue., 5-6 p.m.

Thu., 6-7 p.m.

Sat., 11 a.m.-12N Sun., 11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Ages 9-12 231612 231421 231422 231613 231426 231430

Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Mar. 12-Apr. 16 Mar. 13-Apr. 17 Apr. 19-May 17 Apr. 23-May 21 Apr. 24-May 22

Tue., 6:10-7:10 p.m.

Sat., 12:10-1:10 p.m.

Sun., 12:20-1:20 p.m.

Tue., 6:10-7:10 p.m.

Sat., 12:10-1:10 p.m.

Sun., 12:20-1:20 p.m.

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GYMNASTICS

Gymnastics Office

Meadowood Recreation Center 3054 S. Laredo St. • Aurora 80013 Info: 303.326.8310 To Register: 303.326.8650

MEADOWOOD GYMNASTICS CLASSES

AGES 2 & OLDER

GIRLS GYMNASTICS INTERMEDIATE • Ages 6-12 • $62 ($48 Res.)

A fun, recreational experience for those becoming more serious about gymnastics. Skill circuits & drills encourage the discipline needed to move toward competitive gymnastics.

Gymnasts must have their cartwheel, round-off & beginning backwards tumbling.

231578 Mar 7-Apr 11 Mon., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

231524 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

231528 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

231433 Apr. 18-May 16 Mon., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

231525 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

231529 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 7:10-8:10 p.m.

CHEER TUMBLING • Ages 8-12 • $62 ($48 Resident) A gymnastic approach to cheer tumbling. Children learn leaps & combinations done by cheerleading teams as well as basic stunting skills & techniques.

231403 Mar. 8-Apr. 12 Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m.

231405 Apr. 19-May 17 Tue., 7:15-8:15 p.m.

TWEENS GYMNASTICS • Ages 10-12 • $62 ($48 Resident) Beginner to intermediate gymnastics skills for older girls wanting to be within their own peer group. Attention is given to appropriate spotting & skill development.

231488 Mar. 9-Apr. 13 Wed., 6-7 p.m.

231489 Apr. 20-May 18 Wed., 6-7 p.m.

FLIP, TUMBLE & ROLL TO ANOTHER YEAR OLDER! Sat. & Sun. afternoons 2-4 p.m. or 4:15-6:15 p.m.

One hour in gym & one hour in the party

DAY CARE GYMNASTICS • Ages 2-5 • $59 ($45 Resident) Hey Day Care Providers! Are you looking for a stimulating activity for your day care children? All ages are taught together & learn at their appropriate level. Class activities include, but are not limited to: circuits, 40’ tramp work, low bars, low beams, tumbling on spring floor & mats. Cost is per child.

231408 Mar. 11-Apr. 15 Fri., 10:10-11 a.m.

231407 Apr. 22-May 20 Fri., 10:10-11 a.m.

room. Bring your

HOMESCHOOL P.E. CLASS • Ages 5-11 • $62 ($48 Resident)

$10/each

Hey Homeschoolers! Are you looking for a stimulating activity for your homeschool children? Ages 5-12 are taught together & learn at their appropriate level. Class activities include, but are not limited to: circuits, 40’ tramp work, low bars, low beams, tumbling on spring floor & mats. Cost is per child.

231409 Mar. 10-Apr. 14 Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

231410 Apr. 21-May 19 Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

OVERLAND H.S. GYMNASTICS CLASSES GIRLS BEGINNING GYMNASTICS • $62 ($48 Resident)

231414 231415 231416 231417

Mar. 5-Apr. 9 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 Apr. 16-May 14 Apr. 16-May 14

Sat., Sat., Sat., Sat.,

9-10 a.m.

10-11 a.m.

9-10 a.m.

10-11 a.m.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS INTERMEDIATE • $62 ($48 Resident)

231598 231440 231596 231599 231441 231597

Mar. 5-Apr. 9 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 Apr. 16-May 14 Apr. 16-May 14 Apr. 16-May 14

Sat., Sat., Sat., Sat., Sat., Sat.,

10-11 a.m.

11 a.m.-12N 11 a.m.-12N 10-11 a.m.

11 a.m.-12N 11 a.m.-12N

cake, decorations, etc. Includes qualified instructor.

■ $140/up

to 10

children additional child ■ Maximum

20

children.

■ Additional

instructor fee: $10/over 12 children ■ $50/non-

refundable deposit ■ Meadowood

Gym

Call 303.326.8300 for reservations.

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HISTORY MUSEUM

Aurora History Museum/Cultural Services Division 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy. • Aurora 80012 Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

303.739.6660 • www.auroramuseum.org • Free Admission

Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District & the Aurora Museum Foundation

EXHIBITS DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL! Nov. 25-Apr. 17

PROGRAMS

Learn about the Golden Age of Radio, including presidential fireside chats, serial programming & how the radio influenced life in Aurora.

THE WWII HOMEFRONT

A MOSAIC OF CULTURES: AURORA’S ETHIOPIAN COMMUNITIES

Colorado author Nancy M. Peterson discusses her historical fiction novel, Not to be Forgiven, about a Nebraska town near a German POW camp.

Aurora Museum Foundation members free.

230739 Mar. 13 ■ Sun., 2:30 p.m.

■ $4 ($3 Resident)

LINCOLN HILLS TEA

The Lincoln Hills resort in Coal Creek Canyon was built in 1925, by & for African Americans. Lonnie McCabe performs as Linda KaiKai Tucker, the niece of a resort founder.

230738 May 14 ■ Sat., 2-3:30 p.m.

■ $26 ($20 Resident)

ANTIQUE APPRAISAL FAIR

Local appraisers evaluate your antiques & collectibles. Call 303.739.6705 to reserve an entrance time.

No walk-ins accepted.

■ Apr. 23 ■ 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

■ $5/item; 5 item limit ■ Aurora Central Library

May 3-Sept. 11

Celebrate the heritage & contributions of Aurora’s Ethiopian-born residents. Presented in partnership with Aurora Sister Cities International.

OPENING RECEPTION ■ ■

May 12 Thu., 5-7 p.m.

WORTH DISCOVERING: 125 YEARS OF AURORA HISTORY Mar. 15-July 10

Discover the quirky & interesting past that led to the Aurora we know today. Revisit your favorite stories & learn something new through this photo exhibit.

BROWN BAG & WHITE LINEN LECTURE SERIES ■ Wed., ■ $4

12-1 p.m.

($3 Resident)

■ Aurora

Historical Society

members free ■ Bring

your lunch

I-70 & THE MEMORIAL TUNNEL

UKULELE LESSONS & TALK STORY PRESENTATIONS

Senior CDOT historian Lisa

3rd Saturday of every month, FREE

the Eisenhower-Johnson

16, May 21

Memorial Tunnel.

230736 Mar. 16

THE DAY TO DAY LIFE OF BIKES

City Planner Anthony Avery shares what’s in store for Aurora’s bicycle network & how to make the most of the existing infrastructure.

230737 May 18

YE 25 AR

S

1

■ Mar. 19, Apr. ■ 1-3 p.m.

Schoch shares the story of

OH HEY STANLEY

Mark Shaker shares the history of local aeronautics pioneer, Bob Stanley & his company, Stanley Aviation. Learn about the transformation from manufacturing plant to Stanley Marketplace.

230735 Apr. 20

AURORA’S

BIRTHDAY PARTY

April 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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MARTIAL ARTS

Registration Line: 303.326.8650 www.auroragov.org/recreation

GRACIE JUI-JITSU

Bully Proof Kids Ages 5-12

Don’t let bullies take away your child’s quality of life & happiness.

230464 Mar. 2-30 230466 Apr. 6-29 230465 May 4-27 ■ W/F, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $80 Bully Proof Kid Add-on Ages 5-12

This is an add-on to Bully Proof Kids.

230461 Mar. 7-28 230463 Apr. 4-25 230462 May 2-23 ■ Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $110 with registration of W/F class.

Bully Combatives Ages 13 & older

Students learn the 36 most important techniques in a fun, safe, & cooperative training environment. Work within their own ability.

230468 Mar. 2-30 230470 Apr. 4-29 230469 May 2-27 ■ M/W/F, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $130 ■ $20 Drop-in

MASTER CYCLE

Ages 15 & older

Hundreds of advanced techniques are organized into a clearly defined, systematic curriculum.

Must successfully complete the skills of Combatives class, or have director approval prior. Equivalent to a martial arts blue belt level of skill.

230472 Mar. 2-30 230474 Apr. 4-29 230473 May 2-27 ■ M/W/F, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $150 ■ $20 Drop-in

MEADOWOOD 3054 S. Laredo St.

KIDS & ADULT TAEKWONDO

Ages 7 & older 230487 Mar. 1-31 230489 Apr. 5-28 230488 May 3-26 ■ T/Th, 7-8:15 p.m.

■ $42 ($35 Res.) single ■ $67 ($50 Res.) families up to 4 ■ $85 ($75 Res.) families of 5+

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE

Ages 12 & 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”.

230560 Mar. 5-Apr. 23 ■ Sat., 2:15-3:15 p.m.

■ Beck ■ $60 ($50 Resident)

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS

Ages 6-12

Learn awareness skills & physical maneuvers to get away from dangerous strangers. You will practice these skills in a mock attack/abduction drill at the end. Your “attacker” will be wearing a padded suit so you can fight back like it is the real thing.

230485 Mar. 5-Apr. 9 ■ Sat., 1-2 p.m.

■ Beck ■ $42 ($35 Resident)

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS CAMP

Ages 6-12

Learn awareness skills & physical maneuvers to get away from dangerous strangers. You will practice these skills in a mock attack/abduction drill at the end. Your “attacker” will be wearing a padded suit so you can fight back like it was the real thing.

231053 Mar. 28-31 ■ M-Th, 1-2:30 p.m.

■ Beck ■ $42 ($35 Resident)

TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS

Ages 6 & older

Beginning level skills will be taught in small groups to maximize the personal learning experience.

230557 Mar. 1-31 230559 Apr. 5-28 230558 May 3-26 ■ T/Th, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

■ Beck ■ $60 ($50 Resident)

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.

BECK RECREATION CENTER 800 Telluride St. Ages 2½-3½ with parent ■ Mon. or Wed., 5:30-6 p.m.

■ Sat., 8:30-9 a.m.

■ $21 ($16 Res.) per month Ages 4-6 (beginners) ■ Mon. or Wed., 5:30-6 p.m.

■ Sat., 8:30-9 a.m.

■ $21 ($16 Res.) per month Ages 7-12 (all ranks) ■ Mon. or Wed., 6-7:15 p.m.

■ Sat., 9-10:15 a.m.

■ $44 ($34 Res.) per month Ages 13 & older (beg.)

■ Mon. or Wed., 6-7:15 p.m.

■ Sat., 9:45-11 a.m.

■ $44 ($34 Res.) per month Ages 13 & older (intermediate/advanced) ■ Mon. & Wed., 7:15-8:45 p.m.

■ Sat., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

■ $44 ($34 Res.) per month Fletcher Elementary 10455 East 25th Ave. Ages 4-6 (all ranks) ■ Tue. or Thu., 6:15-7 p.m.

■ $21 ($16 Res.) per month

Ages 7 & older (all ranks) ■ Tue. or Thu., 6:45-8:15 p.m.

■ $44 ($34 Res.)

2X PER WEEK (7 & older): $80 ($60 Res.) 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.

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MUSIC

Music Office/Cultural Services Division 13655 E. Alameda Ave. • Aurora 80012 M/T/W/F 8:30-12/1-5 • Th 1-8 • Sat. 9:30-4 303.344.1776 • www.auroragov.org/arts

Partially funded by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.

MUSIC FOR KIDS Bring your guitar or keyboard unless noted. It is recommended that student has keyboard or piano at home.

CROCODILE ROCK PARENT CHILD

Ages 18 months-5 years

Help your child develop an appreciation for music through singing, dancing & playing instruments. Instruments provided.

230571 Mar. 5-26 230572 Apr. 2-23 230573 May 7-21* ■ Sat., 10:30-11:15 a.m.

■ Tallyn’s Reach Library ■ $42 ($32 Resident) ■ $32 ($24 Resident)*

PIANO/KEYBOARDING I FOR KIDS

Ages 7-13

Kay makes learning to play the piano easy & fun!

Instruction book included. Keyboard provided.

230580 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230581 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 5:30-6:15 p.m.

■ Central Library ■ $88 ($68 Resident) ■ Kay Ambrose

CONTINUING KEYBOARDS FOR KIDS

Ages 7-13

Continue your lessons. Piano I or teacher approval required. Fee includes new instruction book. Keyboard provided during class But it is recommend that student has keyboard or piano at home.

230568 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230569 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 6:30-7:15 p.m.

■ Central Library ■ $88 ($68 Resident) ■ Kay Ambrose

GUITAR FOR KIDS

Basic skills & chords provide the groundwork for singing & playing together.

Ages 6-8 230574 Apr. 2-May 21 ■ Sat.,

9-9:45 a.m.

Ages 8-12 230575 Apr. 2-May 21

■ Sat., 9:45-10:30 a.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $92 ($72 Resident) ■ Serena Eads

INTERMEDIATE GUITAR FOR KIDS

Ages 8-12

Improve your playing with songs, theory, scales & chords.

Prerequisite: Guitar I or teacher approval.

230576 Apr. 2-May 21 ■ Sat 10:30-11:15 a.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $92 ($72 Resident) ■ Serena Eads

MUSIC FOR TEENS & ADULTS Bring your guitar or keyboard unless noted.

It is recommend that student has keyboard or piano at home.

PIANO & KEYBOARDING FOR ADULTS

Ages 14 & older.

Learn to play using a full size electronic keyboard.

No experience necessary.

Keyboard provided during class.

230578 Mar. 1-Apr. 5 230579 Apr. 19-May 24 ■ Tue., 7:15-8 p.m.

■ Central Library ■ $92 ($72 Resident) ■ Kay Ambrose

GUITAR BY NOTE

Ages 13 & older

Learn the fundamentals of reading music & playing melodies on your guitar. No bass guitars.

230566 Mar. 1-Apr. 26 ■ Tue., 7-7:45 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $109 ($89 Resident) ■ Serena Eads ■ No class Mar. 29

GUITAR CHORDS

Ages 13 & older.

Learn basic guitar skills, open chords & common strumming patterns.

230566 Mar. 1-Apr. 26 ■ Tue., 6-6:45 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $109 ($89 Resident) ■ Serena Eads ■ No class Mar. 29

INTERMEDIATE GUITAR WORKSHOP

Ages 13 & older

Continue working on songs, scales, theory & chords. Must have taken previous guitar classes or get teacher approval.

230577 Mar. 1-Apr. 26 ■ Tue., 7:45-8:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $109 ($89 Resident) ■ Serena Eads ■ No class Mar. 29

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NATURE

Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch 16002 E. Smith Rd. • 303.326.8445 www.auroragov.org/nature Hours: Wed.-Fri. 12-4:30 p.m. • Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Mon.-Tue. • Registration Line: 303.326.8650

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

FAMILY FUN BIRD WALKS

Ages 8 & older

Enjoy a morning bird walk at these beautiful Aurora open space areas.

Quincy Reservoir 231067 Mar. 12 ■ Sat.,

8:30-10:30 a.m.

Ponderosa Preserve 231068 May 14 ■ Sat.,

8:30-10:30 a.m.

NATURE WALK

Enjoy a walk to look for wildlife at this open space not yet open to the public.

Confluence Open Space 231104 Mar. 19 ■ Sat.,

9-11 a.m.

EVENTS FISHING WITH A RANGER AT AURORA RESERVOIR

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.

231074 Mar. 1 231072 Mar. 15 231070 Apr. 12 231071 Apr. 26 231073 May 10 231119 May 24 ■ Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

■ $10 admission fee into the reservoir/vehicle

STEWARDSHIP SATURDAYS

Ages 5 & older

All Ages

Become a steward of parks & open spaces by attending a short educational session followed by a service project. Good for anyone wanting to benefit your community, especially scouts, students, & others looking to fulfill service requirements. Dress for the weather & bring water & snacks.

Explore nature after the sun goes down.

Star K Ranch 231102 Apr. 30

FULL MOON HIKE

All Ages

Walk the trails as the full moon rises to see who’s out at night.

Coal Creek Arena 231075 Apr. 21 ■ Thu.,

7:30-8:30 p.m.

NATURE AT NIGHT

Great Horned Owls 231085 Apr. 15 ■ Fri.,

7-8 p.m.

Coyotes 231086 May 20 ■ Fri.,

8-9 p.m.

SUNSET STROLL

All Ages

Enjoy an evening walk to look for wildlife as the sun sets.

Star K Ranch 231103 Mar. 11 ■ Fri.,

5:45-6:45 p.m.

■ Sat.,

9 a.m.-12N

SCOUTS

BROWNIE WATER JOURNEY DAY

Begin your WOW: Wonders of Water Brownie Journey at this fun day full of engaging, educational, water-related activities.

Registration required. $2 per scout.

231077 May 15 ■ Sun., 1-4 p.m.

KIDS STAR K KIDS

Ages 5 & under

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activities & discovery time on the trail.

■ Every Thu., 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

JUNIOR RANGERS

Ages 6-12

Learn about the plants & animals that call Star K Ranch home in this fun & educational class at the Morrison Nature Center.

March Madness 231080 Mar. 13 ■ Sun.,

1:30-3 p.m.

Owls of Aurora 231079 Apr. 10 ■ Sun.,

1:30-3 p.m.

Animal Moms 231081 May 8 ■ Sun.,

1:30-3 p.m.

SPRING BREAK NATURE FUN

Explore Star K Ranch during spring break.

Program will be indoors & outdoors so dress appropriately for the weather.

231091 Mar. 30 ■ Wed., 9 a.m.-12N 231092 Mar. 31 ■ Thu., 9 a.m.-12N 231089 Apr. 1 • Fri., 9 a.m.-12N • Fee: $10 per child/per day

FAMILY NATURE GAMES

Join us for an afternoon of game playing family fun & challenge yourself to see how much you know about Aurora’s true nature.

231575 May 21 ■ Sat., 1-3 p.m.

Register for Nature Programs • 303.326.8650

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POTTERY

Bicentennial Art Center/Cultural Services Division 13655 E. Alameda Ave. • Aurora 80012 M/T/W 8:30-12/1-8 • Th 1-8 Fri. 8:30-12/1-5 • Sat. 9:30-4 303.344.1776 • www.auroragov.org/pottery

POTTERY FOR TEENS & ADULTS Ages 16 & older

BEGINNING POTTERY Call 303.344.1776

POTTERY FOR KIDS All supplies provided. Wear old clothes.

PARENT & CHILD • Ages 5-9 Using basic techniques of hand building, you & your child can have fun creating clay objects together. One child per adult.

Instructor: Pete Newman 229615 Mar. 28-Apr. 11 Mon., 5-6 p.m.

$42 ($32 Res.)

POTTERY FOR KIDS • Ages 6-9

ALL LEVELS

Fun opportunities for children to explore clay using texture &

Ages 16 & older

hand building techniques. Instructor: Shari Taylor

All levels of experience

229608 Mar. 8-Mar. 22 Tue., 5-6 p.m.

are welcome.

FLOWER POTS • Ages 6-9

229581 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

Make & decorate clay flowerpots. Instructor: Shari Taylor

229583 Apr. 18-May 23 ■ Mon., ■ $87

1-4 p.m.

($67 Resident)

229609 Apr. 12-26

$27 ($21 Res.)

Tue., 5-6 p.m.

$27 ($21 Res.)

KIDS ON WHEELS • Ages 10-15 Students will learn all the aspects of throwing on a potter’s wheel. Instructor: Jason Bade

229582 Mar. 7-Apr. 11

229612 Mar. 2-Apr. 6

229584 Apr. 18-May 23

229613 Apr. 13-May 18 Wed., 5-6:30 p.m. $57 ($44 Res.)

■ Mon., ■ $87

6:30-9:30 p.m.

($67 Resident)

■ Jason

Bade

229585 Mar. 6-Apr. 3 229586 Apr. 17-May 22 ■ Sun.,

12-4 p.m.

■ $105

($85 Resident)

■ Shane

Porter.

Pottery classes are continuous enrollment classes.

ADVANCED POTTERY Ages 16 & older

Refine your wheel throwing, trimming & glazing skills. Must be able to throw a bowl, cylinder & plate.

on hand building skills such as pinch, coil & slab methods. No experience

229579 Apr. 12-May 17

229601 Mar. 1-Apr. 5

■ Tue., ■ $87

9 a.m.-12N

($67 Resident)

■ Marianne

McKee

placed on a list

229577 Apr. 14-May 19

& will be called

■ Thu.

each session as

■ $87

space is available.

■ Mike

placed on list.

This all levels class focuses

necessary.

229576 Mar. 3-Apr. 7

to register or be

HAND BUILDING

229578 Mar. 1-Apr 5

New students are

Call 303.344.1776

Wed., 5-6:30 p.m. $57 ($44 Res.)

6:30-9:30 p.m. ($67 Resident) Rieger

229602 Apr. 12-May 17 ■ Tue., ■ $87

1-4 p.m.

($67 Resident)

■ Marianne

McKee

229599 Mar. 2-Apr. 6

229574 Mar. 5-Apr. 9

229600 Apr. 13-May 18

229575 Apr. 16-May 21

■ Wed.,

■ Sat., ■ $87

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

($67 Resident)

■ Marianne

McKee

■ $87

1-4 p.m.

($67 Resident)

■ Margene

Lindhorst

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PRESCHOOL

City of Aurora Preschool celebrating 44 Years of Preschool Fun Registration Line: 303.326.8650

Beck Preschool

Lowry Preschool

Meadowood

800 Telluride St. 1016 Boston St. #880 Preschool 303.739.6878 303.326.8328 3054 S. Laredo St. 303.326.8304

Summer Valley Preschool

Village Green Preschool

17400 E. Lehigh Pl. 303.326.8676

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.

CONTINUOUS PRESCHOOL 2015/16 SCHEDULE Starts August 24, 2015 through Week of May 16, 2016

Quality classes • Qualified Early Childhood Teachers • Caring & safe environment Hands-on experiences • Discovery learning • Self development Readiness skills • Monthly charges listed • Child care licensed by State of Colorado

P/T ADVENTURES

Ages 18-36 mos. by 10/1/15 Meadowood ■ Fri. 9-10 a.m.

Village Green ■ Tue. 9-10 a.m.

■ Tue. 10:15-11:15 a.m. $39 ($30 Resident)

P/T FUNSHOP

Ages 24-36 mos. by 10/1/15 Beck ■ T/Th 10-11:30 a.m.

Village Green

■ M/W 9-10:30 a.m.

$98 ($78 Resident)

TODDLING TOTS

Age 2½ by first day of class Meadowood ■ T/Th 8:45-10:15 a.m.

■ T/Th/F 10:30 a.m.-12N ■ Fri., 10:30 a.m.-12N Village Green

■ T/Th 8:45-10:15 a.m.

■ T/Th 10:30 a.m.-12N

$55 ($42 Res.) 1x wk./1½ hrs. $88 ($68 Res.) 2x wk./1½ hrs. $122 ($102 Res.) 3x wk./1½ hrs.

TINY TOTS

Age 3 by 10/1/15 Beck ■ M/W 9-11:30 a.m.

■ M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m.

■ M/W 12-2:30 p.m.

■ T/Th 9-11:30 a.m.

■ T/Th 12-2:30 p.m.

■ T/Th/F 9-11:30 a.m.

Lowry ■ T/Th 9-11:30 a.m.

■ T/Th/F 9-11:30 a.m.

■ Fri. 9-11:30 a.m.

■ T/Th 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Meadowood ■ T/Th 8:45-11:15 a.m.

■ T/Th 12:30-2:30 p.m.

■ T/Th/F 12-2:30 p.m.

■ M/W/F 8:45-11:15 a.m.

■ M-F 12-2:30 p.m.

■ M/W 12-2:30 p.m.

■ T/Th/F 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Village Green ■ M/W 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

■ T/Th 9-11 a.m.

■ T/Th 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

■ M/W/F 9-11 a.m.

■ M-Th 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $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 8/16 Age 4 by 10/1/15 Beck ■ M/W 8:30-11:30 a.m.

■ M/W 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

■ M/W 12:30-3 p.m.

■ M/W/F 8:30-11:30 a.m.

■ M/W/F 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

■ M/W/F 12:30-3 p.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 12:30-3 p.m.

Lowry ■ M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m.

■ M-Th 9-11:30 a.m.

■ Fri. 9-11:30 a.m.

Meadowood ■ M/W 9 a.m.-12N ■ M/W 12:30-3 p.m.

■ T/Th 8:30-11:30 a.m.

■ M/W/F 12:30-3 p.m.

■ M/W/F 8:30-11:30 a.m.

■ M-F 8:30-11:30 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.

For 1-5 day options or to put your child on the 2016-17 wait list, CALL TODAY!

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PRESCHOOL A nurturing, safe & fun environment with opportunity to explore, play & learn Registration Line: 303.326.8650

MEADOWOOD FRIDAY SPECIALS • Ages 3-6 child only Make a fun project related to our class theme, story time, play & make new friends.

New! Fun with Dr Seuss 229627 Mar. 4-18 Fri., 12:30-2 p.m.

$39 ($30 Res.)

New! All about Bugs 229628 Apr. 8-22 Fri., 12:30-2 p.m.

$39 ($30 Res.)

SUMMER VALLEY PARENT/TOT SHENANIGANS • Ages 1 ½-3 with parent Calling all Leprechauns! Wear green, enjoy a snack & make a craft with friends.

230458 Mar. 14 Mon., 9:30-11 a.m. $13 ($11 Res.) PARENT/TOT SPRINGTASTIC • Ages 1½-3 with parent Spring into Fun; meeting new friends, making a craft & enjoying a tasty treat.

230457 Apr. 11 Mon., 9:30-11 a.m. $13 ($11 Res.) PARENT/TOT TEA FOR TWO • Ages 1½-3 with parent New! Bring a special someone & enjoy a Tea for Two. Snack & craft included.

230459 May 9 Mon., 9:30-11 a.m. $13 ($11 Res.)

VILLAGE GREEN PARENT/TOT SENSATIONS • Ages 1 ½-3 with parent A theme each month! Make crafts, read stories & play games.

March Winds 230237 Mar. 3-24 Thu., 9-10:30 a.m.

$55 ($42 Res.)

April Babies 230236 Apr. 7-28 Thu., 9-10:30 a.m.

$55 ($42 Res.)

May Flowers 230238 May 5-19 Thu., 9-10:30 a.m.

$42 ($32 Res.)

TEAMING WITH AURORA YOUTH SPORTS Together everyone achieves more!

See pages 56-59 for sports leagues & clinics

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RESERVOIRS & OUTDOORS AURORA RESERVOIR

5800 S. Powhaton Rd. 303.326.8425 main office 303.326.8430 ranger office

Paddle Away at the Aurora Reservoir!

QUINCY RESERVOIR

18350 E. Quincy Ave. 303.326.8424 Open Mar. 1-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: Mar. 1-Oct. 31.

BUY YOURS NOW! Purchase online at auroragov.org/reservoirs, at Aurora Reservoir or Aurora Municipal Center, Suite 4600.

Senior rates: 62 years & older at date of purchase.

Quincy Reservoir Stand Up Paddle Board

New for 2016, expanded fleet of Stand-Up Paddleboards (SUP) & all new fleet of single & tandem sit-on-top kayaks.

For renting information visit www.auroragov. org/reservoirs

Annual Resident . . . . . . $55 Annual Non-Resident . . . $65 Senior Resident . . . . . . $45 Senior Non Resident . . . $55 Passes are per vehicle.

opens for season

MAR. 15 Boating season opens at Aurora Reservoir *If no ice present on water.

APR. 1 SCUBA season opens at Aurora Reservoir

MAY 1

2016 PASSES ON SALE Dec. 1. Valid Dec. 1, 2015Dec. 31, 2016 (13 months)

2016 EVENTS & DATES MAR. 1

Kayak - (1 or 2 people)

AURORA RESERVOIR SHELTER RENTALS

Race For Open Space 5K, 10K & Half Marathon.

REGISTER: raceforopenspace.org

MAY 20 Aurora Reservoir is a great place to have your party, company picnic or family gathering!

Birthdays • Anniversaries • Reunions Picnics • Meetings

Reserve online at www.auroragov.org/reservoirs or call 303.326.8425.

Boat rental opens at Aurora Reservoir

MAY 28 Swim beach opens at Aurora Reservoir

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RESERVOIRS & OUTDOORS OUTDOOR RECREATION OFFICE Beck Center

800 Telluride St. Aurora, CO 80011 Mon.-Fri., 8-5 p.m.

303.739.6888

BICYCLE AURORA

FLY FISHING

Ages 14 & older

Learn about flies, rods, reels, lines, knots, & how to read water. Ages 16+ must have a valid state fishing license.

230644 Apr. 14 & 21

FAMILY ARCHERY

Fishing Trip: Apr. 23 230645 May 12 & 19 Fishing Trip: May 21 ■ Thu.,

6-8 p.m.

8 a.m.-12N ■ Beck Center ■ $85 ($65 Res.) per person ■ Sat.,

HUNTER EDUCATION

Ages 10 & older

Local cyclists will introduce you to the regional bicycle trail system.

SEASON OPENER Sat., May 21 Meet rider leaders at 9:30 a.m. at Treads Bicycle Outfitters, 16701 E. Iliff Ave., for a 16-mile ride around Cherry Creek State Park. Familyfriendly pace, helmets required. FREE.

Get your Hunter Education card from the Colorado Division of Wildlife for satisfactory completion of this course. Under age 12 must have parent attend.

230646 May 10, 11, 17, 18 ■ Tue./Wed., 5:30-9 p.m.

■ Beck Center ■ $10 per person

There’s no better bonding activity than a little lively competition.

Learn archery, then participate in some fun family rivalry.

Contact Tony at 303.326.8634 to learn about class times and locations.

FISHING WITH A RANGER

Monthly Meetings Join us! Learn about upcoming rides & volunteering 3rd Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

Eagle Room at Aurora Municipal Center Visit www.bicycleaurora.org

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.

See page 45 for details.

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SPORTS

adult sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

SPRING ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES SOFTBALL • Ages 16 & older • $455/team Aurora’s leagues are known as the best in the metro-area.

Come experience the excitement & friendly competition in one of the following leagues: Men’s Rec, E & D • Women’s D • Coed Rec & E. All leagues have an 8-game season & each team consists of a roster of 10 players.

GAMES PLAYED

SEASON BEGINS

REG. DEADLINE

LOCATION

8 Games

Mar. 6

Feb. 19

Olympic Park or

Highline Park

ADULT KICKBALL • Ages 16 & older • $310/team All work & no play? Pencil in some time for kickball!

Experience the excitement & friendly competition with Coed Rec & E kickball. This league has an 8-game season & each team consists of a roster of 10 players.

GAMES PLAYED

SEASON BEGINS

REG. DEADLINE

LOCATION

8 Games

Mar. 14

Feb. 26

Horseshoe Park

VOLLEYBALL • Ages 16 & older • $275/team Bump, Set, Spike! Join one of the following leagues & add some friendly competition to your weekly routine: Women’s BB • Coed Rec, B & BB. All leagues have a 10 match season which includes an end-of-the-season tournament.

GAMES PLAYED

SEASON BEGINS

REG. DEADLINE

LOCATION

10 Matches

Feb. 29

Feb. 12

Overland H.S. or

Prairie M.S.

SUMMER ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES SOFTBALL • Ages 16 & older • $620/team Aurora’s leagues are known as the best in the metro-area.

Come experience the excitement & friendly competition in one of the following leagues: Men’s Rec, E & D • Women’s D • Coed Rec & E. All leagues have a 12-game season & each team consists of a roster of 10 players.

GAMES PLAYED

SEASON BEGINS

REG. DEADLINE

LOCATION

12 games

May 8

Apr. 22

Olympic Park or

Highline Park

ADULT KICKBALL • Ages 16 & older • $310/team All work & no play? Pencil in some time for kickball!

Experience the excitement & friendly competition with Coed Rec & E kickball. This league has an 8-game season & each team consists of a roster of 10 players.

GAMES PLAYED

SEASON BEGINS

REG. DEADLINE

LOCATION

8 Games

June 1

May 13

Horseshoe Park

SLOW PITCH UMPIRE TRAINING CLASS Get the skills to make the calls! This class teaches the basic rule knowledge, mechanics and game management techniques for those looking to start as a new umpire for Slow Pitch Softball.

Must attend all classes to receive a “Certificate of Completion”. Learn the skills to umpire games with confidence.

231577 Feb. 2*, 9*, 16, 23 ■ Tue., 6-9 p.m.

■ $65 ($50 Resident) ■ Aurora Municipal Center - Aurora Room* ■ Aurora Center for Active Adults - lunch room ■ For more information call: 303.326.8718

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED SPORTS OFFICIALS

We are looking for sports officials with seasoned skills for various sports both youth & adults.

Officials are independent contractors.

Sports include:

Softball Lacrosse Basketball Soccer Baseball Volleyball If interested contact sports staff at 303.326.8700 for more information.

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SPORTS

tennis & racquet sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

RACQUETBALL Call 303-739-6888 for reservations Eye wear is highly recommended for all participants

RESERVATIONS

Accepted 2 days in advance. Two court reservations start on the hour & two court reservations start on the half-hour. Calls will be accepted starting at 6:30 a.m. Mon.-Sat. & 8:30 a.m. on Sun. Individuals may only make one court reservation per person per day. To make a reservation, you must speak with a Beck staff member, voice mail messages are not accepted.

To ensure court reservation, 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 INSTRUCTION WITH DON NEARY

Ages 8 & older

Players learn rules, serving, forehand, backhand, using the wall & other strategies.

Class includes game time.

230898 Mar. 1-22 230897 Apr. 5-26 230900 May 3-24 ■ Tue., 6-7 p.m.

■ Beck Center ■ $39 ($30 Resident) ■ Approved eye protection required.

TENNIS LOCATIONS

(All Locked) Keys available for purchase for $3 at Highline, Expo, Meadowood, Utah Pool, or Village Green. *Denotes courts equipped with tennis lines for ages 10 & under.

TENNIS LESSON DESCRIPTIONS NEW KIDS ON THE COURT

Ages 4-5

COURT ENFORCERS

Ages 6-10

JUNIOR ACERS

Aqua Vista Park* 18700 E. Wagontrail Cr.

Ages 11-14

Del Mar Park (lighted) 12000 E. 6th Ave.

Ages 15+

Expo Park (lighted) 10955 E. Exposition Ave.

Beginners Players focus on basic fundamental tennis strokes; such as forehands, backhands, volleys & serving.

Havana Heights Park* 10901 E. Warren Ave. Horizon M.S. 3981 S. Reservoir Rd. La Parquita Park (lighted) 4040 S. Mission Parkway Meadow Hills Park* 3609 S. Dawson St. Meadowood Park (lighted) 3054 S. Laredo St. Pheasant Run Park lighted) 14971 E. Pheasant Run Pkwy.

Sunrise Park 3960 S. Genoa Wy. Utah Park (lighted)* 1800 S. Peoria St. Village Green Park* 1300 S. Chambers Cr.

BADMINTON Ages 12 & older Come play with other badminton enthusiasts!

Bring your own racket.

Birds are provided.

PRIVATE LESSONS

230893 Mar. 4-28

Ages 5 & older

230895 Apr. 1-29

One on one instructions for all skill levels. Call 303.739.6889 for more information.

230894 May 2-30 ■ Mon. & Fri., 8 a.m.-12N ■ Beck Center ■ $16 ($13 Resident)

ADULTS FORMATS

Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate Players focus on rallying & strategy during match simulated drills & games.

Bring racquet, tennis shoes, hat, sun screen & water. Tennis balls provided by instructor.

JUNIOR PLAY DAYS

Ages 6-14

Players attempt to serve, rally, & score against other players during coached match play. Use the skills you’ve learned during lessons!

231222 Apr. 30 231223 May 28 ■ Sat., 2-4 p.m.

■ Meadowood ■ $5 ■ Free for current program participants

SMASH & SPLASH TENNIS CAMP

Ages 6-14

Learn to play tennis through fun games & activities.

231246 Ages 6-10 231247 Ages 11-14 ■ Mar. 28-Apr. 1 ■ Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12N ■ Utah Park ■ $120 ($100 Resident)

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SPORTS

tennis & racquet sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

SUMMER JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS Age as of 8/10/2016 • $120 ($100 Res.)

Junior Team Tennis is a USTA program that brings kids with all levels of tennis experience together to have fun & gain experience in singles & doubles match play. Teams will play other teams in the USTA Denver Metro area with home matches held at either Utah Park or Meadow Hills Tennis Courts & away matches held at opposing team sites. Register as a team (4-8 players) or as an individual.

Boys or Girls 7 Match Season: June-July Reg. Deadline: May 20 10 & Under Coed 231567 Mon., 8-10 a.m.

12 & Under Boys 231568 Mon., 8-10 a.m.

12 & Under Girls 231569 Mon., 8-10 a.m.

14 & Under Boys 231570 Mon., 12-2 p.m.

14 & Under Girls 231571 Mon., 12-2 p.m.

18 & Under Boys 231572 Mon., 10 a.m.-12N 18 & Under Girls 231573 Mon., 10 a.m.-12N

Age 5-14

FREE Tennis event for youth & their families.

Adult & Junior players will participate in structured play stations to help introduce them to tennis.

231158 Apr. 2 ■ Sat., 1-3 p.m.

■ Utah Park ■ Free

FRIDAY TENNIS CLUB

Players of all abilities learn mechanics as well as match play. NTRP not required 231189 Apr. 8-29 231190 May 6-27 ■ Fri., 9:30-11:30 a.m.

■ Meadow Hills ■ $49 ($36 Resident)

NEW KIDS ON THE COURT • Ages 4-5 Beginner Lessons $48 $48 $24 $48 $48 $24

($37 ($37 ($18 ($37 ($37 ($18

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

$48 $48 $24 $48 $48 $24

($37 ($37 ($18 ($37 ($37 ($18

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

$48 $48 $48 $48

($37 ($37 ($37 ($37

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

COURT ENFORCERS • Ages 6-10 AQUA VISTA 231175 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 5-6 p.m. $64 231551 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 5-6 p.m. $64 231176 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 231177 May 2-25 M/W, 5-6 p.m. $64 231552 May 3-26 T/Th, 5-6 p.m. $64 231178 May 7-28 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 MEADOWOOD 231553 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 5-6 p.m. $64 231185 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 5-6 p.m. $64 231186 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 231554 May 2-25 M/W, 5-6 p.m. $64 231187 May 3-26 T/Th, 5-6 p.m. $64 231188 May 7-28 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32

AURORA TENNIS FESTIVAL

Ages 15 & older

YOUTH TENNIS AQUA VISTA 231225 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 4-4:45 p.m.

231541 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m.

231226 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m.

231227 May 2-25 M/W, 4-4:45 p.m.

231542 May 3-26 T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m.

231228 May 7-28 Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m.

MEADOWOOD 231545 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 4-4:45 p.m.

231235 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m.

231236 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m.

231546 May 2-25 M/W, 4-4:45 p.m.

231237 May 3-26 T/Th, 4-4:45 p.m.

231238 May 7-28 Sat., 10:45-11:30 a.m.

UTAH PARK 231230 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 5-5:45 p.m.

231231 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 5-5:45 p.m.

231232 May 2-25 M/W, 5-5:45 p.m.

231233 May 3-26 T/Th, 5-5:45 p.m.

TENNIS EVENTS FOR ADULTS

SPRING TENNIS FLEX LEAGUE

NEW! Matches against opponents in your skill level will be assigned.

Opponents will contact each other to set match time & place. Fee includes court reservations at any court in Aurora (as available). Winner of each division receives a Wilson equipment voucher.

231564 2.5/3.0 231565 3.5/4.0 231566 4.5+ ■ $20 per player ■ Season: Mar.-May

USTA TENNIS LEAGUES

($49 ($49 ($24 ($49 ($49 ($24

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

($49 ($49 ($24 ($49 ($49 ($24

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

USTA Membership & NTRP required

Matches played out of Utah Park & Meadow Hills Park Free Agents are players who do not have a team but would like to get on one! Please use the registration code 231249 to input your information online or reference the code when calling our front desk at 303.326.8700.

■ Captains Meeting Feb. 22

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SPORTS

tennis & racquet sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

TRIO

The format for the Trio league is men’s & women’s NTRP levels 2.5 - 5.0. This league is designed to be a “warm up” league, so the season will consist of 5 weeks of matches.

■ Matches played on Sat. ■ Mar. 26-Apr. 23 ■ Women at 1 p.m.

Men at 3 p.m.

MIXED 18 & OVER

COURT ENFORCERS CONTINUED UTAH PARK 231180 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231181 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231182 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231183 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

Intermediate Lessons AQUA VISTA 231160 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231547 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231161 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 ($24 Res.)

Men & Women play together. The format for the USTA Mixed 18 & Over league is three (3) mixed doubles matches per weekly team match. The levels are combined NTRP levels totaling 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, & 10.0.

■ Matches played on Sundays ■ Apr. 9-June 4 ■ 6.0, 8.0, 10.0 at 12N 2.5, 7.0, 9.0 at 3 p.m.

231162 May 2-25 M/W, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231548 May 3-26 T/Th, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

MIXED 40 & OVER

231165 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231166 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

Men & Women play together. The format for the USTA Mixed 40 & Over league is three (3) mixed doubles matches per weekly team match. The levels are combined NTRP levels totaling 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 & 9.0.

■ Matches played on Saturdays ■ May 7-July 9 ■ 6.0, 8.0 at 12N; 7.0, 9.0 at 3 p.m.

231167 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231168 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

ADULT 18 & OVER

MEADOWOOD

The USTA Adult 18 & Over league offers men’s & women’s NTRP levels 2.5 - 5.0+. Matches played weeknights Apr. 25-June 23 ■ Mon.,

6 p.m.: Women’s 3.0 & 4.0 ■ Tue., 6 p.m.: Men’s 2.5, 3.5, & 4.5; Women’s 4.5 ■ Wed., 6 p.m.: Men’s 3.0 & 4.0; Women’s 2.5 ■ Thu., 6 p.m.: Women’s 3.5

232163 May 7-28 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 ($24 Res.) MEADOWOOD 231549 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231170 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231172 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 ($24 Res.) 231550 May 2-25 M/W, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231171 May 3-26 T/Th, 5-6 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231173 May 7-28 Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $32 ($24 Res.) UTAH PARK

JUNIOR ACERS • Ages 11-14 Beginner Lessons AQUA VISTA 231207 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231559 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231208 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$32 ($24 Res.)

231209 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231560 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231210 May 7-28 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$32 ($24 Res.)

231561 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231217 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231218 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$32 ($24 Res.)

231562 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231219 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231220 May 7-28 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$32 ($24 Res.)

UTAH PARK 231212 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 7-8 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231213 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 7-8 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231214 May 2-25 M/W, 7-8 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

231215 May 3-26 T/Th, 7-8 p.m.

$64 ($49 Res.)

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tennis & racquet sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

JUNIOR ACERS CONTINUED

PICKLEBALL

Intermediate Lessons

MONDAY CRASH COURSE

AQUA VISTA 231192 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

231555 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

231193 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

231194 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

231556 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

231195 May 7-28 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$64 $64 $32 $64 $64 $32

($49 ($49 ($24 ($49 ($49 ($24

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

MEADOWOOD 231557 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

231202 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

231203 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

231558 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7 p.m.

231204 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7 p.m.

231205 May 7-28 Sat., 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$64 $64 $32 $64 $64 $32

($49 ($49 ($24 ($49 ($49 ($24

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

UTAH PARK 231197 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 7-8 p.m.

231198 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 7-8 p.m.

231199 May 2-25 M/W, 7-8 p.m.

231200 May 3-26 T/Th, 7-8 p.m.

$64 $64 $64 $64

($49 ($49 ($49 ($49

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

ADULT TENNIS Ages 15 & older

Beginner Lessons AQUA VISTA 231150 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

231151 May 7-28 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

$48 ($37 Res.) $48 ($37 Res.)

MEADOWOOD 231537 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231538 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231156 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

231539 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231540 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231157 May 7-28 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

$64 $64 $48 $64 $64 $48

UTAH PARK 231152 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231153 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231154 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231155 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

($49 ($49 ($37 ($49 ($49 ($37

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

Ages 15 & older

Beginners learn & play the fastest growing sport in the nation, PICKLEBALL! 231122 Mar. 7-28 231124 Apr. 4-25 231128 May 2-23* ■ Mon., 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.

■ Meadowood Sports Gym ■ Crestridge Park* ■ $49 ($36 Resident)

TUESDAY EVENING CRASH COURSE

Ages 15 & older

Beginners learn & play the fastest growing sport in the nation, PICKLEBALL! 231126 Mar. 8-29 231127 Apr. 5-26 231130 May 3-24* ■ Tue., 5:30-7 p.m.

■ Meadowood Sports Gym ■ Crestridge Park* ■ $49 ($36 Resident)

PICKLEBALL BOOT CAMP

Ages 15 & Older

231508 May 16-20

Mon.-Fri., 1-3 p.m.

Crestridge Park ■ $65 ($50 Resident) ■ ■

$64 $64 $64 $64

($49 ($49 ($49 ($49

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

PICKLEBALL DROP-IN Mar.-May

Tue.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m.

■ Meadowood Sports Gym ■ Tue.-Thu., 6-8 p.m.

■ Beck ■ $4 per time ■ $35 for a 10-punch pass ■

Intermediate Lessons AQUA VISTA 231142 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

231143 May 7-28 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

$48 ($37 Res.) $48 ($37 Res.)

MEADOWOOD 231533 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231534 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231148 Apr. 9-30 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

231535 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231536 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231532 May 7-28 Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

$64 $64 $48 $64 $64 $48

($49 ($49 ($37 ($49 ($49 ($37

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

UTAH PARK 231144 Apr. 4-27 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231145 Apr. 5-28 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

231146 May 2-25 M/W, 6-7:30 p.m.

231147 May 3-26 T/Th, 6-7:30 p.m.

$64 $64 $64 $64

($49 ($49 ($49 ($49

Res.) Res.) Res.) Res.)

PRIVATE & SEMIPRIVATE LESSONS

One on One Instruction with the instructor of your choice!

■ $50

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youth sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

FIELD & GYM LOCATIONS Arapahoe Little League

17002 E. Kentucky Ave.

YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS & CLINICS HOT SHOT LIL’ STARS • Ages 3-5 with parent • $55 ($45 Res.) Parent/child class on the basic fundamentals of basketball, soccer & T-ball. Fee includes T-shirt. No class Apr. 2.

Feb. 27-Apr. 9

Aurora Sports Park

231030

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

Prairie M.S.

18601 E. Sports Park Dr.

231031

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

Prairie M.S.

231032

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

Prairie M.S.

Highline Park

Apr. 16-May 21

200 Peoria St.

231033

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

Horizon M.S.

Horizon M.S.

231034

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

Horizon M.S.

231035

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

Horizon M.S.

3981 S. Reservoir Rd. Horseshoe Park

2125 S. Kittredge Wy. Prairie M.S.

12600 E. Jewell Ave.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS-AURORA 18883 E. Hampden Ave. #193

AURORA

Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball, Softball, Baseball & Volleyball

KOHRS ORTHODONTICS kohrsortho.com

Baseball, Basketball & Girls Softball

SOCCER OFFICIALS TRAINING Ages 15 & older The city of Aurora needs soccer officials! Come & learn the 17 laws of soccer from certified trainers within the Play to the Whistle organization.

■ Mon. Mar. 2 ■ 6-9 p.m.

■ Aurora Central Library ■ Free

BASKETBALL LEAGUES BASKETBALL SPRING LEAGUE • Grades 2-7 (as of 9/1/15) • $90 ($75 Res.) NEW! Spring Basketball league with practices this year!

Practices scheduled by volunteer coaches. Games played at area middle schools. Games are played on Friday evenings or Saturdays. We are looking for volunteer coaches. Fee includes practices, games & team jersey.

Reg. Deadline: Feb. 26 Practices: Wk. of Mar. 7 Boys & Girls Class # 8 Game Season Grades 2-3 Boys 230647 Mar. 19-May 7 Grades 2-3 Girls 230648 Mar. 19-May 7 Grades 4-5 Boys 230649 Mar. 19-May 7 Grades 4-5 Girls 230650 Mar. 19-May 7 Grades 6-7 Boys 230651 Mar. 19-May 7 Grades 6-7 Girls 230652 Mar. 19-May 7

HOT SHOT BASKETBALL LEAGUES • (Age as of 3/12/16) • $78 ($60 Res.) These are now practice/play leagues. Each team will have a full practice on Mar. 12 & Mar. 19. Beginning Mar. 26 teams will practice for 30 minutes, then play against another team for a 20 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. 9.

Reg. Deadline: Mar. 5 Practices: Wk. of Mar. 12 Boys & Girls Class # 6 Game Season Ages 4-5 231058 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Ages 6-7 231059 Mar. 19-Apr. 30

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youth sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

YOUTH SPORTS SPRING LEAGUES REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

Call: 303.326.8700 Online: auroragov.org/youthsports In Person: 15151 E. Alameda Parkway We honor friend & coach requests.

Practices are generally held near your area.

Special Registration Day: Sat. Feb. 20, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Play it Again SportsAurora. Register for all city youth sports leagues. Discounts on equipment.

Registration Deadlines: Players wanting to register after the deadline may be

placed on a wait list & may be assessed a $10 per player late fee.

Volunteer Coaches: We count on volunteer coaches to run our programs.

Training provided. Call 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.

T-BALL LEAGUE • Ages 4 & 5 (as of 3/1/16) • $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.

Boys & Girls Class # Ages 4 & 5 229312

6 Game Season Mar. 21-Apr. 28

Games M-Th nights

Practices Reg. Deadline Wk. of Mar. 7 Feb. 26

BOYS BASEBALL LEAGUE • Ages 6-14 (as of 9/1/15) Coach Pitch: $75 ($65 Res.) Player Pitch: $90 ($80 Res.) 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.

Boys Only

Games

Practices

BASEBALL COACH PITCH 229306 Mar. 21-Apr. 28 Ages 6-8

Class #

6 Game Season

Reg. Deadline

Mon.-Thu.

Wk. of Mar. 7 Feb. 26

BASEBALL PLAYER PITCH 229307 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Ages 8-10 Ages 10-12 229304 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Ages 12-14 229305

Sat. Sat. Sat.

Wk. of Mar. 7 Feb. 26 Wk. of Mar. 7 Feb. 26 Wk. of Mar. 7 Feb. 26

LACROSSE LEAGUE • Ages 6-14 (as of 3/1/16) • $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. Fee includes jersey.

Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & C.A.R.A. (Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics) for sponsoring.

Boys & Girls Ages 6-8 Ages 8-10 Ages 10-12 Ages 12-14

Class # 229310 229311 229308 229309

7 Game Season Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Mar. 19-Apr. 30 Mar. 19-Apr. 30

FLAG FOOTBALL NEW THIS SPRING! Join our Flag football league for ages 6-12. Find out more, visit our website www.auroragov.org/sports or call the sports office 303.326.8700.

Games Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat.

Practices Wk. of Mar. 7 Wk. of Mar. 7 Wk. of Mar. 7 Wk. of Mar. 7

Reg. Deadline Feb. 26 Feb. 26 Feb. 26 Feb. 26

NEW SYNTHETIC TURF FIELDS AT AURORA SPORTS PARK

You can rent fields for soccer, football, boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse and rugby.

For rental information please contact Paul Smith at 303.326.8716 or ptsmith@auroragov.org

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youth sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

YOUTH SPORTS SPRING LEAGUES CONTINUED 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.

229481 Mar. 28-31

Mon.-Thu., 9-11:30 a.m.

Horizon M.S.

SOCCER LEAGUE • Ages 5-12 • Preschool (must be age 4 by 3/1/16) • $87 ($77 Res.) 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.

Boys & Girls Class # 8 Game Season

Games

Practices

Reg. Deadline

Sat.

Begin Mar. 7

Feb. 26

Sat.

Begin Mar. 7

Feb. 26

Games

Practices

Reg. Deadline

Sat.

Begin Mar. 7

Feb. 26

LEAGUE PLAY 3 V 3 Preschool

229330 Begin Mar. 19

LEAGUE PLAY 4 V 4 6 & under

229328

Begin Mar. 19

Boys & Girls Class # 8 Game Season LEAGUE PLAY 5 V 5 8 & under

229329 Begin Mar. 19

LEAGUE PLAY 8 V 8 10 & under

229326

Begin Mar. 19

Sat.

Begin Mar. 7

Feb. 26

12 & under

229327

Begin Mar. 19

Sat.

Begin Mar. 7

Feb. 26

LIL SPIKES VOLLEYBALL • Ages 5-7 • $35 ($30 Resident) This instructional class meets once a week to practice all of the volleyball basics. Fee includes T-shirt. Wear shorts or sweats & gym shoes. Kneepads highly encouraged.

229314 Mar. 7, 14, 21

Mon., 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Horizon M.S.

229315 Apr. 4, 11, 18

Mon., 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Horizon M.S.

VOLLEYBALL CLINIC • Grades 1st-12th • $33 ($25 Resident) Improve your game in just one day! Skills, drills, team play.

Grades 1-5 229317 Mar. 5 Sat., 1-2:45 p.m.

Grades 6-12 229318 Mar. 5 Sat., 3-4:45 p.m.

Horizon M.S. Horizon M.S.

VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE • Grades 1st-12th (as of 9/1/15) • $80 ($70 Res.) • $70 ($60 Res.)* Spike it! 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. Thanks to Play It Again Sports-Aurora & Elevate Ortho for sponsoring. Grades 1-2, practices will be held before games.

Boys & Girls Grades 1-2* Grade 3-4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grades 9-12

Class # 229319 229320 229321 229322 229323 229324 229325

7 Game Season Mar. 12-Apr. 30 Mar. 12-Apr. 30 Mar. 11-Apr. 29 Mar. 11-Apr. 29 Mar. 11-Apr. 29 Mar. 11-Apr. 29 Mar. 11-Apr. 29

Games Sat. Sat. Fri. nights Fri. nights Fri. nights Fri. nights Fri. nights

Practices Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29 Wk. of Feb. 29

Reg. Deadline Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 19

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youth sports 15151 E. Alameda Parkway • Aurora 80012 Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m. • 303.326.8700

YOUTH SPORTS SUMMER LEAGUES REGISTRATION PROCEDURES Call: 303.326.8700 Online: auroragov.org/youthsports In Person: 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Ste 1900 We honor friend & coach requests.

Practices are generally held near your area.

Special Registration Day: Sat., May 7 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Play It Again Sports-Aurora.

Register for all city youth sports leagues.

Discounts on equipment.

Registration Deadlines: Registrations taken after the deadline are assessed a $10 late fee & taken on a space available basis.

Volunteer Coaches: We count on volunteer coaches to run our programs. Training provided. Call 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.

SUMMER T-BALL LEAGUE • Ages 4 & 5 (as of 6/1/16) • $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.

Boys & Girls Class # 6 Game Season

Games

Practices

Reg. Deadline

Ages 4 & 5

230687

June 13-July 28

Mon. nights

Wk. of May 30 May 20

Ages 4 & 5

230689

June 13-July 28

Tue. nights

Wk. of May 30 May 20

Ages 4 & 5

230690

June 13-July 28

Wed. nights

Wk. of May 30 May 20

Ages 4 & 5

230688

June 13-July 28

Thu. nights

Wk. of May 30 May 20

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.

Boys Only

Class # 8 Game Season

Games

Practices

Reg. Deadline

BASEBALL COACH PITCH • $95 ($85 Resident) Ages 6-8

230682

June 6-Aug. 4

M-Th nights Wk. of May 23 May 7

BASEBALL PLAYER PITCH (long pants required) • $110 ($100 Resident) Ages 8-10

230683

June 4-Aug. 6

Sat.

Wk. of May 23 May 7

Ages 10-12

230680

June 4-Aug. 6

Sat.

Wk. of May 23 May 7

Ages 12-14

230681

June 4-Aug. 6

Sat.

Wk. of May 23 May 7

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.

Girls Only

Class # 8 Game Season

Games

Practices

Reg. Deadline

Tue. nights

Wk. of May 23 May 7

SOFTBALL COACH PITCH • $95 ($85 Resident) Ages 6-8

230685

June 6-Aug. 4

SOFTBALL PLAYER PITCH (long pants required) • $105 ($98 Resident) Ages 9-11

230686

June 6-Aug. 4

Wed. nights

Wk. of May 23 May 7

Ages 12-14

230684

June 6-Aug. 4

Thu. nights

Wk. of May 23 May 7

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SUMMER CAMPS ACTIVITIES & CLASSES TO KEEP YOUR KIDS ACTIVE THIS SUMMER! ART & MUSIC CAMPS

DRAMA CAMP

Learn to sketch, sculpt or sing at a variety of camps.

Act-up this summer while choosing from a variety of themes & classes.

COOKING CAMPS

Discover your inner chef as you learn the basics of cooking & baking.

CRAFTS & HOBBIES CAMPS

Build a birdhouse or earn your Red Cross Super Sitter card for babysitting.

Find a project or pastime to fit your interests.

DANCE CAMPS

Challenge yourself this summer & learn a new dance style while having a great time.

GOLF CAMP

Choose a golf course near you & get outside! Our camps are a fun way for boys & girls to learn the game.

HISTORY & NATURE CAMPS

Discover Aurora’s true nature & learn how the early settlers lived in the eastern plains.

PRESCHOOL CAMPS

Great fun for your little one! A variety of themes & skills are discovered all summer long.

SCIENCE CAMPS

Set up experiments & get brainy with fun science camps.

SUN-N-FUN

The perfect combination of crafts, cooking & swimming!

THERAPEUTICS CAMP

Fun, meaningful recreation opportunities for individuals 14 & over with physical & developmental disabilities.

YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS

We offer skills camps for a sport to suit you! Practice for the upcoming school year.

REGISTRATION Online registration for Summer Programs begins April 10, 2016. Check our website often for early registration opportunities, as Summer Camps fill quickly. www.auroragov.org/recreation

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TEENS & THERAPEUTICS TR Office 303.326.8410 • Teens 303.326.8709

ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE CAMP AN ULTIMATE OUTDOOR SURVIVAL CAMP FOR THE YOUTH OF AURORA

Coming summer 2016! The Office of Youth Development brings you an ultimate survival camp. This outdoor summer day-camp program will keep your kids engaged all week long. When you enroll your child in Zombie Camp they will be learning how to survive in the outdoors by building shelters, tracking wildlife, cooking food as well as many vital survival skills; all in effort for them to defend themselves in a final zombie apocalypse! ● Meadowood Recreation Center ● Six, week-long sessions 1) June 6-10 2) June 13-17 3) June 20-24 4) June 27-July 1 5) July 11-15 6) July 18-22 ● 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ● Children ages 8-13 ● Registration will be open in March Need more information?

Call Kristen Allen at 303.326.8709 or email @ kmallen@auroragov.org

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION The City of Aurora is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in recreation programs.

We welcome children, youth & adults with special needs interested in participating in general recreation programs alongside their peers without disabilities. “Inclusion” is a great way to make new friends & explore new programs.

SPRING BREAK PROGRAM

If you are interested in recreational experiences in sports, aquatics, preschool, cooking or fitness please call 303.326.8410.

Transportation provided.

Accessible opportunities in the Parks, Recreation & Open Space:

Mar. 28-Apr. 1 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

SEPT.-MAY PROGRAMS ● ● ● ● ●

Moving Monday Tue. & Wed. Bowling Thursday Excursion Friday Food N Fun Full Day Break Programs ● Fab Friday Nights

• Playgrounds • Fishing dock & Beach at Aurora Reservoir • Golf carts • Fitness equipment • Swimming pools • Recreation programs

Call 303.326.8410 for more information or to be placed on our mailing list. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Beck Recreation Center • 800 Telluride St. • Aurora, CO 80011 • www.auroragov.org/therapeutics

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CLASS LOCATIONS Most city facilities are available for parties & rentals. Call the specific facility for rental details.

AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS (ACAA)

HOFFMAN MUNICIPAL SERVICES CENTER

30 Del Mar Cr. 80011 303.739.7950

1298 Peoria St.

THE AURORA FOX

303.739.1572

Library Computer Center

9900 E. Colfax Ave. 80010 303.739.1970

Youth Community Center

AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM

LOWRY INTERGENERATIONAL CENTER

15051 E. Alameda Pkwy. 80012 303.739.6660 303.739.6661/historic preservation

AURORA RESERVOIR

5800 S. Powhaton Rd. 80016 303.690.1286/main office 303.690.1633/park rangers

BECK RECREATION CENTER & GYMNASIUM

800 Telluride St. 80011 303.739.6888 303.739.6891/fitness 303.739.6901/outdoor & rentals 303.739.6878/preschool 303.739.6888/racquetball 303.326.8410/therapuetics office

BICENTENNIAL ART CENTER

13655 E. Alameda Ave. 80012 303.344.1776

CENTRAL LIBRARY

303.739.1570

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

MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY

15324 E. Hampden Circle 80013 303.326.8600

MOORHEAD RECREATION CENTER

14949 E. Alameda Pkwy. 80012 303.739.6640 303.326.8308/dance office

2390 Havana St. 80010 303.326.8315

DELANEY FARM

16002 E. Smith Rd. 80011 303.326.8445

EXPO RECREATION CENTER

17400 E. Lehigh Pl. 80013 303.326.8676

170 S. Chambers Rd. 80017 303.326.8708/office of youth dev.

10955 E. Exposition Ave. 80012 303.326.8630

REGISTRATION/SPORTS OFFICE

15151 E. Alameda Pkwy. Ste 1900, 80012 303.326.8650/registration 303.326.8700/sports

MORRISON NATURE CENTER SUMMER VALLEY CENTER TALLYN’S REACH LIBRARY

23911 E. Arapahoe Rd. 80016 303.627.3050

VILLAGE GREEN CENTER

1300 S. Chambers Cr. 80012 303.326.8640

SWIMMING 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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REGISTRATION

1. BROWSE &

REGISTER ONLINE

www.auroragov.org/recreation

Fast • Easy Secure • 24/7 ■ Credit card or electronic check.

2. REGISTER BY PHONE

303.326.8650 Mon.-Fri. • 8:30-12 & 1-4:30 ■

Credit card or electronic check.

■ If you cancel less than 5

business days before class starts: No refund.

■ If you must cancel, call

303.326.8650.

■ Refunds take 2-3 weeks to

process & mail.

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

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE residents on limited incomes.

Call 303.326.8700 or

Call 303.326.8650 for the location nearest you.

■ Cash, check, credit card

application.

CONFIRMATION POLICY 1. No confirmations are mailed.

303.326.8315 for eligibility &

RETURNED CHECKS The city retains a collection agency to collect non-sufficient fund checks. If your check is

Please mark your calendar

returned, your registration(s) is

with class information.

cancelled.

2. Attend your first class choice unless notified.

3. If your class is full, you

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

are placed on a Wait List &

We strive to provide you with

notified.

high quality recreation programs

4. You may call any recreation facility to check if your name is on the class roster.

5. We reserve the right to cancel a class due to insufficient registration.

CANCELLATION POLICY ■ If we cancel the class: 100%

refund.

■ If you cancel 5 or more

& 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

Recreation account.

■ Credits not used by one

year from date of issuance are forfeited & placed in the

Barbara Cleland Angela Lawson Bob LeGare Sally Mounier Renie Peterson Brad Pierce Charlie Richardson Bob Roth

A waiver must be signed by

or their parent/

registration payment, so families programs.

3. Refund less $5 processing fee.

Marsha Berzins

SCHOLARSHIP FUND Add a little extra to your in Aurora can participate in our

class.

Françoise Bergan

each participant

starts:

2. 100% credit to your

Steve Hogan

toward another program.

business days before class 1. 100% transfer to another

Mayor

Some fees are reduced for

3. REGISTER IN PERSON

CITY COUNCIL

guardian prior to each class.

PROS MISSION/VALUES

MISSION

VALUES

Encouraging active lifestyles & creating healthy environments for people, nature & community.

Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, Customer Service

Scholarship Fund.

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