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, May 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Moorhead Recreation Center, 2390 Havana St. (visit the website for link to virtual meeting option)
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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. (visit the website for link to virtual meeting option)
- Ward V (Angela Lawson):
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Saturday, May 18, 10 to 11:45 a.m., Heather Gardens, 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way
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Tuesday, May 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Mission Viejo Library, 15324 E. Hampden Circle
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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 20, 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 20, 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
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
Aurora First-Time Homebuyer Seminar
Seminar in Spanish: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.
Seminar in English: Saturday, June 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
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
Alameda Corridor Study Pop-up
Saturday, May 11, 1 to 3 p.m.
The Denver Regional Council of Governments has developed draft recommendations to improve Alameda in the short and long term, including adding Bus Rapid Transit. The project team will be available at this pop-up to discuss the recommendations.
Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
Review and provide comment on the recommendations: https://zurl.co/Gwxt
Aurora Center for Active Adults Walk ‘N’ Roll
Friday, May 17, 9 a.m.
Get ready to move and groove at the 1 Mile Walk ‘N’ Roll at the Aurora Center for Active Adults in celebration of Older Auroran’s Month. The 1-mile walk or roll around Del Mar Park will begin promptly at 9 a.m. Arrive early at 8:45 a.m. to take part in an instructor-led stretch session. After your walk, enjoy breakfast, music and goodie bags.
This event is FREE, and no registration is required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
City of Aurora First Water-wise Day Expo
Saturday, May 18, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join City Council and Aurora Water at the inaugural Water-wise Day Expo in the beautiful Aurora Water-wise Garden, located southeast of the Aurora Municipal Center. The event will feature educational sessions beginning at 9 a.m. Interact with local experts in water efficiency and get your questions answered. Learn about programs and services offered by Aurora Water’s conservation team, including rebates, free landscape designs and water use assessments. Stick around for the multiple drawings for fantastic giveaways.
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway
Learn more AuroraGov.org/WaterClasses
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. Funds raised benefit Aurora Fire Rescue for a mobile fire safety house.
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
eSports Summer Bash
Friday, May 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Gamers unite at the eSports Summer Bash! Stop by and play your favorite video game, participate in fun activities and celebrate the summer season with free Kona Ice. Aurora Public Library’s bookmobile and the Aurora Police Department FIVE-O gaming trailer will also be available for all to enjoy at the event. The eSports Lounge offers exciting programs and drop-in play year-round.
Expo Community Center, 10955 E Exposition Ave.
Learn more at AuroraGov.org/eSports
Colorado Remembers 2024
Saturday, May 25, 8 a.m.
The city of Aurora invites you to the annual Colorado Remembers event for a ceremony commemorating those who have made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for their country. Activities begin at 8 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast; the heartfelt ceremony and tribute is scheduled from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Special tours of the Memorial will follow the ceremony, the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument and various static military displays for all to experience as we gather to honor, educate and remember.
Colorado Freedom Memorial, 756 Telluride St.
More information: AuroraGov.org/ColoradoRemembers or
ColoradoFreedomMemorial.com.
Park Lights & Movie Nights
Park Lights & Movie Nights are back for the summer of 2024! Join the city’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department for another cinematic lineup of treasured classics and new favorites. The events will start at 5:15 p.m. with a half-hour of musical entertainment, followed by the featured film at 6 p.m. This month’s lineup:
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Finding Dory - Tuesday, May 28, Spencer Garrett Park, 1600 Joliet St.
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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory - Wednesday, May 29, Norfolk Glen Park, 15800 E. 17th Place
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The Marvels - Thursday, May 30, Del Mar Park, 12000 E. 6th Ave.
More information AuroraGov.org/Events
Take Our Transportation Survey by May 31
If you walk, drive, bike, take transit or roll in Aurora, there is still time to share your thoughts about transportation as part of the city's Connecting Aurora multimodal transportation master plan. Visit the website to explore our virtual open house, take a survey, drop a pin on the map and more by May 31.
EngageAurora.org/ConnectingAurora
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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