This Is Aurora - City Newsletter

Aug. 15, 2019

New citizens wave US flags after taking the Oath of Allegiance at the Aurora Municipal Center

Aurora welcomes new citizens with ceremonies and classes

The city of Aurora was proud to host 70 new U.S. citizens from 28 different countries as they took the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony this month. The ceremony was part of the city's International Month commemoration and marked the third straight year that the city hosted an event for new citizens with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

You can watch the whole ceremony at AuroraTV.org, or see a recap on Aurora Now.

As a diverse city, where one in five residents was born outside of the United States, Aurora offers numerous programs through its Office of International and Immigrant Affairs and through community partners to help immigrants and refugees better integrate into their new communities and pursue citizenship.

English as a second language classes and citizenship instruction are offered from Inspired Mentors at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 11100 E. Alameda Ave., and from Aurora Community Connection, 9801 E. Colfax Ave., with support from the city. ESL classes are also offered at the Village Exchange Center, 1609 Havana St. The Office of International and Immigrant Affairs and Village Exchange Center also sponsor the award-winning Natural Helpers Program, which identifies, trains and empowers local immigrants and refugees who understand the challenges of moving to a different place, learning a new language and establishing a home in the U.S. They are then able to connect immigrants and refugees in their own communities with resources and opportunities to better integrate into the city. The program recently expanded to involve youth in a Natural Leader Program.

People who are interested in learning more about becoming a citizen can visit one of three Aurora Public Library branches - Central, Martin Luther King Jr. or Hoffman Heights - which have citizenship corners consisting of literature about becoming a U.S. citizen and the naturalization process.

Celebrate Global Fest on Saturday, Aug. 17

Join in Aurora's annual celebration of international cultures with a fun-filled day of music, dance, art and food from around the world. With an International Marketplace, 13 food vendors and two stages of performances, it's not to be missed.

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Aurora's biggest community table is coming to Global Fest

Celebrate at Aurora's biggest community table this year at Global Fest, Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Bring your food, get to know your neighbors and embrace the spirit of unity that comes through sharing a table and good times together. This big community table is open to all, so come explore the potential for new friends and new experiences.

In Aurora, we go big with our celebrations, and our community table is no exception. Share your photos with the hashtags #AuroraGoBig, #ThisIsAurora and #AuroraGlobalFest.

IN THE NEWS

CSU Global cuts ribbon for new headquarters in Aurora - PR Newswire

Aurora opening door to some non-citizens to serve community - CBS Denver

Aurora Cooks helps both food and young minds grow - Aurora Now

WATCH AURORA NOW

UPCOMING EVENTS

City Council Town Meetings

• Ward I (Crystal Murillo) - Thursday, Aug. 22, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.

• Ward II (Nicole Johnston) - Thursday, Sept. 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Beck Recreation Center, 800 Telluride St. (no summer meetings)

• Ward III (Marsha Berzins) - Wednesday, Sept. 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

City Cafe, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Second Floor

Thursday, Aug. 15, 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. (Mornings with Marsha)

Tin Cup Cafe, 50 S. Peoria St.

• Ward IV (Charlie Richardson) - Thursday, Aug. 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Garden Plaza of Aurora, 14221 E. Evans Ave.

• Ward V (Bob Roth) - Tuesday, Aug. 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Heather Gardens, 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way

• Ward VI (Françoise Bergan) - Wednesday, Sept. 11, 6 to 8 p.m.

Heritage Eagle Bend Clubhouse, 23155. E. Heritage Parkway

• At Large (hosted by Allison Hiltz and Angela Lawson) - Thursday, Aug. 22, 5 to 6 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.

AuroraGov.org/Council

City Council Meeting

Monday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m., Regular Meeting

Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Council Chamber

AuroraGov.org/Council • Streamed live at AuroraTV.org

Museo de las Americas Exhibit

Through Sept. 30 (open during Aurora Municipal Center business hours)

Enjoy Museo de las Americas’ traveling exhibition “People/Gente Museo Sin Fronteras-Museum Without Borders,” featuring a portion of Museo’s 3,400-piece collection on ancient and contemporary Latin American art, textiles, ceramics and artifacts. Free

Aurora Municipal Center Mezzanine Gallery, Second Floor, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

AuroraGov.org/PublicArt

Global Fest

Saturday, Aug. 17, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Celebrate what makes Aurora one of the most diverse cities in America: the people! A multicultural experience that includes musical and dance performances, a fashion show, parade of nations, an international marketplace, food, vendors and beer garden. Free admission

Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

AuroraGlobalFest.org

Lunch & Learn: A Local Home for an International Community

Wednesday, Aug. 21, noon

The Colorado African Organization will present about its work with partners to combine community engagement with holistic case management in order to successfully support refugees, asylum-seekers and immigrants as they become integrated in Colorado after their initial arrival and resettlement. $4 ($3 for Aurora residents)

Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway

AuroraMuseum.org

Inclusive Playground Grand Opening

Saturday, Aug, 24, 9 to 11 a.m.

Thanks to Ashaun’s wish, the city of Aurora and community partners were able to build a special playground for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy.

Red-tailed Hawk Park, 23701 E. Hinsdale Way

AuroraGov.org/Parks

DeLaney Farm Historic District Open House

Saturday, Aug. 24, 9 a.m. to noon

Explore Aurora's agricultural roots with performances and programs. Try barrel racing at our stick rodeo and the rolling pin toss, enjoy a story time by the Aurora Public Library, and learn about Aurora's ranching and farming history. Free

DeLaney Farm Historic District, 171 S. Chambers Road

AuroraMuseum.org

Radio Days

Saturday, Aug. 24, 11:30 a.m.

Watch a live performance of a classic radio broadcast, featuring news from the early days of our fair city. These stories have been borrowed from the Aurora Democrat newspaper, which reported the happenings in Aurora, and around the nation, from 1909 to 1955. Free

Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway

AuroraMuseum.org

Celebrate Downtime with an image of a man fishing on a bridge

AuroraGov.org

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