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May News | Tuesday, May 16,2023 |
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Remember and Honor Those Who Served |
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Starting at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, there will be a full day of activities, ceremony, static military displays and concerts, all honoring generations of Colorado’s fallen veterans.
8-10 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast
The free-will donation pancake breakfast will be accompanied by a performance by the Beverly Belles, who will share a wonderful set of music from the 40s era. Come check out WWII Jeeps, take photos of birds of prey from HawkQuest and enjoy a collection of military artifacts from History Colorado.
10-11:30 a.m.: Colorado Freedom Memorial Ceremony
Highlights of this year’s remembrance ceremony will include a military flyover, drill demonstration by the U.S. Air Force Drill Team from Joint Base Bolling in Washington D.C., a ceremonial laying of wreaths featuring the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, music from the Sound of the Rockies Men’s Chorus, firing of a Howitzer by the Colorado Army National Guard, tolling of the Honor Bell and more.
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Static Military Displays & Tours of the Memorial
Following the official ceremony, attendees are invited to tour the memorial as well as visit the vehicles on display by the Military Vehicle Collectors Club of Colorado. Steel from the World Trade Center will also be on display.
While donations will be gratefully accepted, the entire day’s events are free and open to the public.
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Summer is almost here, which means it's time for warm sunny days filled with exciting activities and unforgettable experiences. Check out our latest programming guide and plan your summer.
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Adventure Awaits at the Aurora History Museum! |
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The Aurora History Museums & Historic Sites invites you to check out their latest exhibit, The Great Outdoors of Aurora. This new interactive exhibit celebrates Aurora’s vibrant outdoor opportunities and the history behind the activities we love. Discover the stories behind our reservoirs, city parks, nature centers, the High Line Canal, swimming pools, golf courses and more all within the city of Aurora.
Get a behind the scenes look by checking out this feature from the AuroraTV Team.
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Soccer Camps for
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You'll get a *kick* out of this news: the city is partnering with Challenger Sports Camps to offer four weeks of summer soccer camps!
Challenger Sports Camps are leaders when it comes to offering innovative programming, with passionate coaches who are knowledgeable about safety and care.
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Give Your Dog Something to Bark About! |
Fan of one of our community dog parks? We want to hear from you to learn how we can improve them.
Now through May 21, take a brief survey about dog parks, including how you use them today and what your priorities are for future dog parks in the city.
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When did the first live radio play air?
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Live Radio Drama Show at the ACAA! |
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Back in the days when Aurora was still a fledgling city, people used to listen to live radio shows instead of podcasts to pass the time. The first live radio show play happened a little over 100 years ago, in 1921, with "A Rural Line on Education."
This 1930s Screwball comedy tells the story of a party game that brings a city socialite and a down-on-his-luck fellow together. Comedy ensues when she hires him as a family butler. Will Godfrey, the new family butler, survive the crazy antics of the socialite's affluent family? Will love blossom between the unlikely pair?
Find out for yourself by purchasing your tickets today at CityOfAurora.PerfectMind.com, under the “General Recreation” section. Tickets are $10 for Aurora residents and $13 for non-Aurora residents. See you at the show!
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Park Lights & Movie Nights |
Park Lights & Movie Nights are back to offer free, family-friendly movies under the stars. Join the city of Aurora at various community parks in early summer for a movie that will start at 7 p.m.

This year’s schedule includes family favorites and recent blockbusters.
The events are free; no registration required. Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks to enjoy during the show.
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Explore Aurora's Wild Side! |
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The city of Aurora’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department is unique when it comes to having a nature division, with educational centers where the public is welcome to come out and explore our community’s wilder inhabitants.
“This nature center is completely FREE! It has so many displays, interactive toys, nature books and live animals, such as a snake, turtle and a lizard! It is so wonderful!!!!
Plan your visit to Morrison or one of our other nature centers today by visiting AuroraGov.org/Nature.
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The following Parks, Recreation and Open Space facilities will observe the following operation status for Memorial Day on Monday, May 29:
- Golf Courses (Aurora Hills, Meadow Hills, Murphy Creek, Saddle Rock, Springhill): Open, weather-dependent
- Aurora Reservoir: Open
- Recreation Centers (ACAA, Beck, Central, Moorhead and Southeast): Closed
- Utah Indoor Pool: Closed
- Nature Centers:
- Senac Nature Center: Closed
- Plains Conservation Center: Closed
- Morrison Nature Center: Closed
- Preschools: Closed
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15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 4600
303.739.7160
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