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Council Member Town Meetings
Council members are eager to hear from residents and
committed to forums in which those conversations can occur.
Please visit AuroraGov.org/Council to
confirm meeting dates and location information and to find links
for joining virtual meetings. If you don't know your council
ward, go to AuroraGov.org and
click on "Property Info."
· Mayor Mike
Coffman - Saturday, July 9, 2 to 3 p.m., Martin Luther King
Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave. - this meeting will be conducted
in Spanish
· Ward I
(Crystal Murillo) - Thursday, Aug. 25, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Moorhead
Recreation Center, 2390 Havana St.- virtual meeting option
available
· Ward II
(Steve Sundberg) - (Budget town meeting) Thursday, July 21, 6:30
to 8 p.m., Beck Recreation Center, 800 Telluride St. -
virtual meeting option available
· Ward III
(Ruben Medina) - Wednesday, Aug. 3, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Aurora
Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
· Ward IV
(Juan Marcano) - Thursday, July 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Colorado
Early Colleges, 1400 S. Abilene St. - virtual meeting option
available
· Ward V
(Alison Coombs) - Tuesday, July 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Central
Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place - virtual meeting option
available
· Ward VI
(Françoise Bergan) - (Budget town meeting) Wednesday, July 20, 6
to 8 p.m., City of Aurora Public Safety Training Center,
25950 E. Quincy Ave.
City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.
This will be a hybrid meeting, with attendance both
in person and virtually. View online at AuroraTV.org or
on cable channels 8 and 880. Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for
the agenda. For information on addressing City Council
during the meeting, go to AuroraGov.org/Public
Comment.
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda
Parkway
City Council Ward Redistricting Meetings
Redistricting of the city of Aurora’s six council
wards will happen in 2023, and residents have an opportunity to
weigh in on proposed changes. Residents are invited to provide
comments or suggestions about possible redistricting scenarios
and ask questions at the remaining public meetings scheduled this
summer:
· Ward IV
Meeting: July 13, 6 p.m., Colorado Early Colleges, 1400 S.
Abilene St. (Virtual Meeting Link on
WebEx)
· Ward V
Meeting: July 27, 6 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150
E. Vassar Place (Virtual Meeting Link on
WebEx)
· Ward VI
Meeting: Aug. 3, 6 p.m., Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E.
Arapahoe Road (Virtual Meeting Link on
WebEx)
A survey is
available through Aug. 3 for those who cannot attend a meeting.
Learn more: EngageAurora.org/Redistricting
Family Movie Night Under the Stars
Thursdays: June 30 (Jumanji), July 7 (Frozen)
Arapahoe County’s outdoor summer film series,
Pictures on the Plains, is back, featuring family-friendly movies
on a giant high-definition screen, popcorn, and movie-themed
activities. Tickets are $5 (2 and under free). Screenings are in
partnership with Arapahoe Libraries.
Tickets $5: ArapahoeCountyFair.com/PicturesOnThePlains
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave.
Colfax Art Jams
Saturday, July 2, noon to 4 p.m.
Enjoy free concerts and performances.
More info: AuroraCulture.org
Fletcher Plaza, 9800 E. Colfax Ave.
Independence Day
Monday, July 4
Municipal offices and courts will be closed. A full
list of city facility closures will be available at AuroraGov.org.
4th of July Spectacular
Monday, July 4, 6 to 10 p.m. (fireworks at 9:30
p.m.)
Enjoy a variety of musical performances and a large
fireworks show.
Visit AuroraGov.org/Events for more
information, including parking details. Bring blankets, lawn
chairs, food and beverages to enjoy (no alcohol allowed). Arrive
early to find a spot.
Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda
Parkway
Aurora History Museum STEAM-Powered History Summer
Camp
July 11 to 15 and July 18 to 22
Have you ever wanted to make your own game? Come to
the Aurora History Museum’s STEAM-Powered History Camp to explore
the history of your favorite games and create your own along the
way. Campers play like pioneers, see historic events reflected in
classic games like Battleship®, and even look inside a video
game. Campers are divided by age group but may complete some
activities together.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda
Parkway
More information and registration: AuroraMuseum.org
Aurora Rhythms
Tuesday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.
The Aurora Rhythms monthly free concert series,
presented by the city's Library and Cultural Services Department,
will feature a performance by The Constant Tourists (gypsy rock)
and a pre-show by Aurora Dance Arts.
For more information and to register, visit AuroraGov.org/Concerts.
Tallyn's Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road
Free Loader Days
July 16 and Aug. 13, 8 a.m. to noon (while supplies
last)
The city is offering free mulch on select Saturdays
as a service to residents working to sustain a healthy landscape
in Colorado's arid climate. Bring a pick-up truck or open trailer
to have us load it full of mulch, or bring your own shovels and
containers to serve yourself.
Near the intersection of East Hampden Avenue and
Dawson Street (enter via South Dawson Street and follow the
signs)
More information: AuroraGov.org/Trees
First Responders Celebration
Saturday, July 16, noon to 4 p.m.
Join us for a day of family fun, including music,
food trucks, ice cream and public safety equipment, in honor of
Aurora's first responders.
Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda
Parkway
Retirement Planning Seminar
Monday, July 18, 6 to 7 p.m.
Do you have a plan for a financially successful
retirement? Join Mike Mullen, CFP®, Executive Financial Advisor
with CUSO Financial Services, L.P. for an informative seminar
that explores: What does retirement mean to you? When do you plan
to retire? How long will your retirement last? This seminar will
help you determine when is the best time to retire and what sort
of income you might expect during your retirement. Reserve your
spot now by emailing LibraryOutreach@AuroraGov.org.
Aurora Central Library, 14949 E Alameda Parkway.
Summer of Imagination
Through July 31
“Dive into Reading” at Aurora Public Library this
summer with reading challenges, live performers and programs
designed to get kids thinking. Stop by any Aurora Public Library
to get signed up and receive a reading log. Complete the
challenges on the log by July 30 to receive a free book and a
chance to win other prizes! Learn more, and register at AuroraGov.org/SummerofImagination
"Tatanka: Spirit of the Land" Exhibit
Through Aug. 14
The Aurora History Museum is proud to partner with
local Mexican artist Arturo Garcia in presenting the exhibition,
“Tatanka: The Spirit of the Land,” on display through Aug. 14.
The exhibit explores the near extinction of the bison, their role
in indigenous cultures and the beauty of this North American
icon. Tatanka is connected to “Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora’s
Mexican Community,” currently exhibiting at the museum showcasing
several local Latino artists throughout this summer and fall. The
museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, and admission is free.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org
Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Mexican Community
Through April 16, 2023
The Aurora History Museum and the city of Aurora
Office of International and Immigrant Affairs celebrate Aurora’s
Mexican population with a new exhibition. The exhibit showcases
vibrant aspects of great cultural and traditional significance to
Aurora's Mexican community, such as popular music, art, dance,
clothing, popular food and religion. Free admission. The museum
is open Tuesday to Sunday.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org
Aurora for Action: A youth-focused
conference promoting violence reduction
Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join the city of Aurora and partners at this
inaugural conference for youth, caregivers and service providers.
The event will include workshops, a resource fair, an awards
ceremony and much more.
Gateway High School, 1300 S. Sable Blvd.
More information: AuroraGov.org/EmpoweringYouth
COVID-19 Testing Site
Open through Sept. 30, daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This
site will be closed July 4 for the holiday.
Free testing for COVID-19 is provided to anyone who
wants to be tested, especially those who have symptoms. No
appointment is necessary. No doctor referral, no health
insurance, and no proof of identification are required. Online registration in
advance is preferred but is not required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults parking lot, 30 Del
Mar Circle, at Del Mar Park
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