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March News | Tuesday, March 19, 2024 |
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Register Early To Claim Free
Preschool For Your 4-Year-Old
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Priority registration is officially open for the upcoming preschool season, August 2024 through May 2025! Preschool is the start of a child's educational journey. The city of Aurora offers five different preschool locations for children ages 3 and 4 to begin that journey.
Our preschool programs focus on school readiness, language, literacy and math skills, along with self-help, social-emotional development and fine/gross motor skills. All Colorado children who turn 4 by Oct. 1, 2024 are entitled to 15 hours a week of state-funded preschool through the Universal Preschool Program (UPK). Programs are otherwise tuition-based. Early registration ends Friday, March 29.
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Free Recreation Center Access
For Teens During Spring Break
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Spring Break is here, which means Aurora youth, ages 13 to 18 can access recreation facilities for FREE.
For Southeast Recreation Center, daily free entry begins at noon, with structured activities beginning at 4 p.m. Teens will be able to partake in a variety of fun programs including games, crafts, competitions, cooking classes and much more.
When and Where For March 18-22:
How: Teens are free to drop in anytime during the times and dates listed above. Youth must check in at the front desk and provide a brief membership profile to receive free admission.
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March Madness Fundraiser
At Moorhead Recreation Center
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Check out the rest of this story on the latest episode of AuroraNow.
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Get Crafty At
The Aurora Center For Active Adults
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Leave An Impression On Nature With A Printmaking Class |
Tap into your creativity and unwind by the water at Aurora Reservoir! Observe the beauty of nature and learn about the flora, fauna and landscapes, while we get creative with impressions, stamps and the art of printmaking. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
When: Sunday, April 7, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
How: This event is $5 per person. Entry to the reservoir is free with program registration.
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Trivia Time: Poolside Daydreaming |
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How Many Pools Does The City Of Aurora Manage?
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Join Finn The Shark This Summer And
Make A Splash While You Earn Some Cash
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At the city of Aurora, we believe anyone with a 'Finn'tastic attitude can be a lifeguard! Join our pal, Finn and our team of lifeguards and swim instructors this summer as they ensure the safety and enjoyment of our indoor and outdoor pools. Learn more about Finn in this video feature.
Take the Plunge! Become an Aurora Lifeguard or Swim Instructor
• Pay starting at $17.50/hour
• Flexible schedules
• Paid training*
• Free use of recreation centers and outdoor pools
• Career advancement opportunities
Interested in joining our Aquatics Team? You can learn more about open positions at AuroraGov.org/Pools.
*Based on successful completion of the program and graduation to designated position.
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Community Corner:
Making Changes At Morrison Nature Center
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It has been a busy March at Morrison Nature Center. Naturalist, Morgana Eckman unveiled the mural she has been working on at the center and all the center's animal ambassadors, including our bullsnake received clean bills of health from their veterinarian.
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Check out this review from recent visitor Sam Wilber:
"This nature center is beautiful and charming! There are bird feeders to watch in the native plant garden, ambassador animals like reptiles and amphibians to meet and amazing staff to teach you all about Colorado nature. The trail system from the main building is flat and well maintained. This place is a very special natural oasis within urban Aurora!"
Photo Credit: Kristin Memmott
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Fun Times At Fulton Park's Reopening |
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The city's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department is constantly working to make sure the 100+ community parks meet the needs of the current residents and to help ensure as many members of the community are able to enjoy them as possible.
After endless hours of work, we are excited to announce the reopening of Fulton Park, 9920 E. 8th Ave. Join us this Friday, March 22 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for the Fulton Park Reopening Celebration.
Get ready to experience the park's new inclusive playground, shaded seating areas, walkways, pickleball and basketball courts. We will have delectable treats to enjoy and fun activities to partake in. See you there!
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Level Up Your Birthday Party
At The eSports Lounge
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Party Packages:
Standard Party Package ($200)
- 90 minutes of gaming (up to 12 participants)
- 45 minutes in Parkview party room
Pizza Party Package ($250)
- 90 minutes of gaming (up to 12 participants)
- 45 minutes in Parkview party room
- 3 pizzas and 2 sodas (2 liters)
Party goers will have access to our extensive video game library and state of the art gaming consoles including, Nintendo Switch, Oculus Quest 2 VR Headsets and more.
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Holiday Hours For Easter, Sunday, March 31 |
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- Golf Courses (Aurora Hills, Meadow Hills, Murphy Creek, Saddle Rock, Springhill): Open, weather depending
- Aurora Reservoir: Open
- Quincy Reservoir: Open
- Recreation Centers (ACAA, Beck, Central, Moorhead, Southeast, Utah Indoor Pool): Closed
- Expo Community Center: Open
- Nature Centers (Plains Conservation Center, Morrison, Senac: Open
- Preschools: Closed
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15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 4600
303.739.7160
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