C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
CITY OF AURORA CULTURAL SERVICES
December 2013
Wildlife Carving, ages 18 and older
Complete a woodcarving from start to finish: roughing out, detailing, setting eyes, making feet, painting and mounting. $60/punch card. $10-$35 supply fee.
Fridays, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., Aurora
303-344-1776 or auroragov.org/arts
Aurora Dance Arts Continuous Dance Program, ages 3 to 18
Registration is now open through December 2nd. Classes in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, modern, and poms began August 26 at Meadowood, Meadow Hills, Expo, Beck, and Village Green Recreation Centers in Aurora. Classes run Aug. 26, 2013 through June 2, 2014 with recitals in June 2014. Please call 303-326-8308 or go to our website at www.auroragov.org/dance for more information.
14th Annual Festival of Wreaths
Get in the holiday spirit with this colorful and decorative display of over 35 festive and imaginative wreaths decorated and donated by local businesses, organizations and individuals. Wreaths are sold by silent auction to raise money for the Museum.
Thru Dec. 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy, Aurora
303-739-6660 or aurormuseum.org
Powers of Persuasion: Advertising in America, all ages
From Harper’s Magazine to Madison Avenue, advertising has enticed consumers for hundreds of years. Enjoy both local and national historic advertisements, and view some of the merchandise these ads persuaded consumers to purchase. Free.
Thru Mar. 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy, Aurora
303-739-6660 or aurormuseum.org
Georgetown Christmas Market, all ages
Come with us for a day of holiday cheer as we explore historic Georgetown during their famous Christmas Market! Visit the historic Hamill House and the Hotel de Paris. Enjoy the Christmas Market at your own pace. Fee includes tours at historic sites. Meet at the Museum. Advanced registration required. $30 (Aurora residents $23)
Dec. 7, Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy, Aurora
303-739-6660 or aurormuseum.org
The Aurora Fox presents Phamaly Theatre Company’s It’s a Wonderful Life, all ages
Adapted from the screenplay by Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Frank Capra, and Jo Swerling. Join us for Phamaly’s first ever holiday play. The story of George Bailey and his life in Bedford Falls remains a timeless fable of dreams, disillusionment and the power of love. An uplifting chronicle of the extraordinary lives of ordinary folk. It’s a Wonderful Life exhilarates the mind and heart as it celebrates the innate goodness in us all. Tickets are $26 adults, $22 senior/student, $13 children 12 and under. Ticket packages are also available.
Dec. 7 to Dec. 22, Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m.
Crocodile Rock, ages 18 mos. to 5 years with parent
Help your child develop an appreciation for music through singing, dancing and playing instruments. $31 ($24 Aurora residents)
-Dec. 6 to 20, Friday, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
-Dec. 7 to 21, Saturday, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Rd., Aurora
303-344-1776 or auroragov.org/arts
Bob Ross Wet on Wet: Warm Winter Day, ages 14 and older
Complete a 16 x 20 oil painting in this paint-along class. No ability required. Bring your lunch. $74 ($57 Aurora residents)
-Dec. 7, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
-Dec. 8, Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., Aurora
303-344-1776 or auroragov.org/arts
Comedy Improvisation, ages 16 and older
Laugh away the day. Learn the fundamentals of improvisational acting through a variety of exercises. $25 ($19 Aurora residents)
Dec. 14, Saturday, Section 4
Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Cir, Aurora
303-739-1970 or aurorafox.org
Centennial House Victorian Holidays Open House, all ages
Join the Aurora Historical Society and the Aurora History Museum and celebrate the holidays with a glimpse into Aurora’s past. Enjoy free tours, cider and cookies. Free.
Dec. 14, Saturday and Dec. 15, Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.
Centennial House, 1671 Galena St., Aurora
303-739-6660 or aurormuseum.org
The Golden Highway: Views of Colfax Avenue all ages
How do you picture Colfax Avenue? As a “den of avarice” or a center of multiculturism? Examine historic views of this famous avenue and discover how much Aurora’s former Main Street has changed. Free.
Dec. 17 to Mar. 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy, Aurora
303-739-6660 or aurormuseum.org
Soldiers on Skis, all ages
Brown Bag and White Linen Series sponsored by the Aurora Historical Society. Meet Flint Whitlock, author of Soldiers on Skis, and learn about the history of the 10th Mountain Division, America’s only troops trained specifically for winter and mountain warfare at Camp Hale, Colorado. Find out more about the unique challenges they encountered and what life was like as a soldier on skis. $4 ($3 Aurora residents)
Dec. 18, Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy., Aurora
303-739-6660 or auroramuseum.org
The Cultural Services Division is the largest single provider of arts and culture in the City of Aurora, offering programs in performing arts, fine arts, history, public art, special events and festivals.