O Holiday Tree, O Holiday Tree!
It's Time To Light Thy Branches!
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Take delight in performances from Aurora Dance Arts, Aurora Singers and a special visit from the one and only Santa Claus. Take a stroll through Santa’s workshop and witness the illumination of thousands of sparkling lights around the Aurora Municipal Center. Partake in merrymaking activities and enjoy Santa-approved hot cocoa and cookies.
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Give a Gift Made with Love! |
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The Aurora Center of Active Adults (ACAA), 30 Del Mar Circle, will be hosting its annual Holiday Quilt Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. Each year the ACAA Quilt Bee donates many hours of their time and materials to create beautiful handmade treasures. All proceeds from the sale will go to benefit special projects and programs. Come into the center, take a look and consider purchasing a handmade treasure to brighten your home this holiday season!
Learn more about the ACAA’s quilt sale and quilting bee community by visiting AuroraGov.org/ACAA .
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Help Build Aurora's Next Playground! |
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The nature exploration area will be a designated space featuring natural elements and textures where people of all ages and abilities can explore, build and play in a safe environment. The goal of this new feature is to spark curiosity and excitement for the splendor of the outdoors.
Find out more about the project and share your thoughts through an online survey through Dec.4 at EngageAurora.org/NaturePlay. You can also check out the latest feature from Aurora TV to learn more about this exciting project.
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This holiday season we will be lighting the Fitness Tree from Thursday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 31, at our recreation centers. Fitness is the gift that keeps on giving. This December the trees will be decorated with ornaments representing a different fitness activity or challenge. Every day you will have the opportunity to select a new ornament and complete the daily challenge.
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You and your family can enjoy a special wagon ride with Santa, followed by hot cocoa and a meet and greet. Experience the wild of the prairie and listen to tales of long ago from the jolly man himself at the Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E. Hampden Ave.

This event is $10 per person; children 2 and under are free. Please bring your own blankets to use during your ride.
Dates:
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10
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Holiday Hootenanny Winter Day Camp |
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Kids may be on winter break, but their parents are not. Let the city of Aurora provide a fun and engaging winter-themed program for your child. We will be making and painting toys, doing some fun holiday crafts, playing some reindeer games and swimming every day! So, bring your holiday cheer and be ready for some serious winter fun! Lunch and snacks are provided.
Ages 6 through 12 I $44 ($35 Resident)
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What will be the next live radio show featured at the Aurora Center for Active Adults (ACAA)?
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'Twas the Night Before Christmas
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The Aurora Center of Active Adults (ACAA), 30 Del Mar Circle, had its first-ever live radio show this November. Audiences laughed and gasped at the live performance of “Arsenic and Old Lace”. You won’t want to miss December's festive performance of “It’s a Wonderful Life” from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16. Four professional actors will portray over 40 colorful characters in this holiday classic. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are $13 or $10 for Aurora residents. Purchase your tickets at CityOfAurora.PerfectMind.com, and click the "General Recreation" section.
Come early from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, to partake in the ACAA’s Christmas Holiday Social. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite holiday movie character and enjoy some classic holiday tunes, festive beverages and delicious treats to bring in the holiday season.
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