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 atEngageAurora.org/NaturePlay.
Rockin' Around the Holiday Tree!
'Tis the season to be merry and bright at Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Join us to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a variety of sights, sounds and tastes to ring in the holiday season.
This year’s entertainment lineup includes 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 hot cocoa and cookies that are Santa-approved.
Giving Thanks to 50 Years of Aurora's Preschool Program!
We are thankful for Aurora’s Preschool Program and the inspiring teachers who work hard to create a safe and fun environment that allows each child to reach their full potential. In the latest Day In the Life feature from Aurora TV, we learn from Jennifer Stuck at Village Green Preschool, what it takes to be an early childhood teacher. Check out the video for yourself at AuroraTV.org.
Jumpstart your little one’s learning journey with one of the city’s affordable preschools. Visit AuroraGov.org/Preschool to learn more.
Let the Food
 Festivities Begin!
Step your holiday food game with one of our many cooking classes. We have a class for everyone, regardless of taste. Whip up some holiday treats at our Candy Making and Sips and Sweets class. Shake up your traditional festive food fare by exploring different cuisines of the world with our Indian Street Food or Magical Moroccan class.
Come join the Aurora naturalist team and some fellow fact-finders for a fun afternoon of nature trivia all about common myths, urban legends and click-bait stories we’ve learned over the years. Join us from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 27, at Morrison Nature Center, 16002 E. Smith Road, to partake in this fun-fact filled event.
Did you know that Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place, offers a variety of martial arts classes? You don't have to wait until 2023 to start something new, accomplishing a goal can start at any time. Check out our December classes below.
The one feature listed above that is not included in our upcoming Southeast Recreation Center is a beehive-themed escape room. That amenity can be found at Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place..
Southeast Recreation Center will include the following features:
Walking /running incline track
State-of-the-art fitness equipment
Indoor pool with waterslide
Community rooms with a lovely mountain view
Full-size gymnasium
Multipurpose fieldhouse
Check out a video preview of our new recreation center on our Facebook page.
We are gearing up for the opening of our new recreation center, and our indoor fieldhouse is currently looking to enroll adult soccer team leagues for 2023. Team fees and nights of leagues will be determined and announced prior to registration. No payment or roster is due at this time.
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