EVENTS
Council Member Town Meetings
Council members are eager to hear from residents and committed to forums where those conversations can occur. Visit AuroraGov.org/TownMeetings to confirm meeting dates and location information and find links for joining virtual meetings. If you don't know your council ward, visit AuroraGov.org/PropertyInfo and look up your address.
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Meet with Mayor Mike (Mike Coffman) - Saturday, July 6, 2 to 3 p.m., Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
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Ward I (Crystal Murillo) - Thursday, April 25, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.
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Ward II (Steve Sundberg) - Thursday, July 18, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place (visit the website for link to virtual meeting option)
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Ward III (Ruben Medina) - Tuesday, May 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
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Ward IV (Stephanie Hancock) - Thursday, July 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Colorado Early Colleges, 1400 S. Abilene St.
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Ward V (Angela Lawson) - Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place (please note: this meeting was rescheduled from April 16, the date that appears in the News Aurora water-bill insert)
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Ward VI (Françoise Bergan) - Wednesday, May 15, 6 to 8 p.m., Tallyn's Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road (budget town meeting)
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At Large (Alison Coombs, Curtis Gardner, Danielle Jurinsky and Dustin Zvonek) - Thursday, June 20, 6 to 8 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place
City Council Study Session
Monday, May 6, 5:15 p.m.
View online at AuroraTV.org, on Comcast Channels 8/880, or on the AuroraTV phone/streaming app. The meeting will also be streamed live to the Paul Tauer Council Chamber in the Aurora Municipal Center. Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for the agenda.
City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, May 5, 6:30 p.m.
This will be a hybrid meeting, with attendance both in person and virtually. View online at AuroraTV.org, on Comcast Channels 8/880 or the AuroraTV phone/streaming app. Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for the agenda. For information on addressing City Council during the meeting, go to AuroraGov.org/PublicComment.
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Paul Tauer Council Chamber
Celebrate Aurora’s 133rd Birthday
Celebration: Saturday, April 27, noon to 3 p.m.
Presentation: Tuesday, April 30, 6 p.m.
Join the Aurora History Museum to celebrate the city of Aurora’s 133rd birthday with cake, fun crafts and party games. Also, enjoy an exciting presentation about Aurora’s story from the time it was founded as the town of Fletcher on April 30, 1891, and learn how it has evolved.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseumFoundation.org
Lifeguard Hiring Events
Saturday, April 27, 1 to 5 p.m., Central Recreation Center,18150 E. Vassar Place
Saturday, May 4, 1 to 5 p.m., Moorhead Recreation Center, 2390 Havana St.
Sunday, May 5, noon to 4 p.m., Utah Indoor Pool, 1800 S. Peoria St.
Join the city’s aquatics team this summer to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all the city’s indoor and outdoor pools. Free training, licenses and certificates will be provided during the onboarding process, including lifeguard training, standard first aid and CPR certification and emergency oxygen certification. There will be lifeguard hiring events at city pools to provide more information, application assistance, on-site interviews and swim assessments (bring a suit); conditional offers will be made during event days.
More information: AuroraGov.org/LifeguardHiring.
Jack Adler: A Holocaust Survivor Story
Thursday, May 2, noon
Join the city of Aurora's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, in partnership with Mizel Museum, at this virtual event to hear from Jack Alder, a Holocaust survivor, as he shares his experience with hate and bigotry then and now and empowers attendees to counter hate with mutual respect.
Questions? Email officeofdei@auroragov.org
Register for virtual event: tinyurl.com/MMAuroraETH1
Preventing Mass Violence
Thursday, May 2, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Join Aurora's Crisis Response Team to learn about Safe2Tell, an anonymous reporting system, and what the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is doing in collaboration with communities to prevent mass violence incidents.
Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
Aurora First-Time Homebuyer Seminar
Seminar in English: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
Seminar in Spanish: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.
Are you a potential first-time homebuyer, or do you know someone who is? The city provides first-time homebuyer seminars to help potential homebuyers understand the purchasing process. Classes are offered monthly in English and Spanish. Registration is required by emailing auroraed@auroragov.org or calling 303.739.7900.
Learn more: AuroraGov.org/Housing
Emergency Preparedness Class
Tuesday, May 7, 6 to 7 p.m.
Are you ready for an emergency or disaster? Learn how to build your preparedness
skills so you can be more resilient! You will learn how to build an emergency kit and other great preparedness tips. Seating for this class is first come, first serve, up to 25 people. A parent or guardian must accompany people under 18 for the class duration. RSVP by emailing afd_oem@auroragov.org.
Inaugural Aurora Volunteer Expo
Wednesday, May 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (stop by anytime)
Join the city of Aurora and local nonprofits for a day of excitement and purpose. Explore a world of volunteer opportunities that match your interests and skills, and learn how you can be a hero in your community.
Learn more at AuroraGov.org/Volunteer. Questions? Email volunteer@auroragov.org.
Aurora Municipal Center Lobby, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway
Youth Summit
Thursday, May 9, 3 to 5 p.m.
Join the Aurora's Youth Violence Prevention Program for a youth job and resource fair. Questions? Email yvpprogram@auroragov.org or call 303.739.7678
Beck Recreation Center, 800 Telluride St.
Rudi Florian: A Holocaust Survivor Story
Thursday, May 9, noon
Join the city of Aurora's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, in partnership with Mizel Museum, at this virtual event to hear from Rudi Florian, a Holocaust survivor. Attendees will learn how to recognize antisemitism and racism, understand the dangerous impact of Nazi propaganda and identify key characteristics used by propagandists.
Questions? Email officeofdei@auroragov.org
Register for virtual event: tinyurl.com/MMAuroraETH1
Free Loader Days
May 18, June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17, from 7 a.m. to noon
Mulch helps reduce weeds, protects soil from erosion and retains soil moisture. Bring your pick-up truck or open trailer—along with your own shovels, pitchforks, and containers—to take advantage of free mulch from the city of Aurora. The mulch pile will be available while supplies last at the intersection of East Hampden Avenue and South Dawson Street (enter via Dawson and follow the signs).
East Hampden Avenue and South Dawson Street intersection.
Learn more: AuroraGov.org/Trees
Fire Safety Field Day Fundraiser
Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. to noon
Join the Rotary Clubs of Aurora for a free interactive fire safety field day that will feature opportunities for families to see demonstrations like extrications and CPR, put out a fire, learn about scientific methods for fire investigations, climb inside a fire engine and ambulance, experience thermal imaging technology and race firefighters around the training ground. The event is free and open to the public (with the completion of a safety waiver). As it is a fundraiser, donations are requested.
Aurora Public Safety Training Center, 25950 E. Quincy Ave.
Chalk Lines and Vines
Saturday, May 18, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Aurora Art in Public Places is partnering with Arapahoe County for its fourth annual spring wine and chalk art festival. Sample wine from 15+ Colorado wineries and watch live chalk artists create their masterpieces. Enjoy bands throughout the day, shop with local vendors, play croquet, sip ‘n paint, and more.
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E Quincy Ave.
Tickets and more information: ArapahoeCountyEventCenter.com
Coffee with Conservation
June 8, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Join Aurora Water at the Water-wise Garden for coffee, engaging conversations on water-wise landscaping and irrigation, and a tour of this unique garden. On the second Saturday, June through September, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., staff will be available to answer questions about water conservation. Bring your curious mind and your favorite coffee mug.
Aurora Water-wise Garden, Southwest corner of 15151 E. Alameda Parkway
Learn more: AuroraGov.org/WaterClasses
“80 Years Later: Aurora Remembers D-Day”
Through July 7, 2024
The Aurora History Museum presents the new exhibit “80 Years Later: Aurora Remembers D-Day,” featuring local connections to World War II, a detailed history of D-Day, highlights of Colorado’s contribution to the war effort and a remembrance wall to Aurora’s fallen during the war. D-Day marked the beginning of the end of Nazi Germany's control over Western Europe and was a critical turning point in world history. June 6, 2024, will be the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings along the Normandy coast.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org
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