City of Aurora Fifty Plus Activities – Oct. 2015

City of Aurora Center for Active Adults offer a number of programs, classes and activities for adults 50 plus, including a drop-in weight and exercise room.

Special Events

Veterans Salute
The Aurora Veterans Salute will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 from 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and includes a special tribute to WWII Veterans. The event is presented by the Aurora Center for Active Adults and Presenting Sponsor Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital, and Presenting Media Sponsor KEZW Studio 1430. The Master of Ceremonies is Rick Crandall, KEZW Studio 1430 Station Manager and Morning Show Host.  The Veterans Salute is hosted by the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. Guests are encouraged to tour the Museum, enjoy Starbucks coffee and doughnuts and visit with sponsors from 9:00-11:30 a.m. The luncheon is catered by Carrabba’s Italian Grill and served by JRAFROTC cadets. The program that follows is a thoughtful and ceremonial tribute to veterans and celebration of the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII with a tribute to WWII veterans. $27per/person. For more information and to register call 303-739-7950 or go to www.auroragov.org/salute.

Line Dance Social
Kick up your heels and enjoy an afternoon of line dancing at the ACAA! Light refreshments are served.
226010
Sat., Oct.24, 12-3 p.m.
$10/per person, pre-registration required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Fall Quilt Sale
Beautiful, handmade quilts made by the talented members of the ACAA Quilting Bee volunteer group. Proceeds benefit special projects at the ACAA.
Fri., Oct. 2, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sat., Oct 3, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

The Falling Stars Hotel
An original comedy presentation of Senior 88 Players. Through song and dance watch how different generations work to save their home.  We promise you the villains will lose and the heroes will win!
Fri., Oct. 23 at 7 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24th at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tickets are $10 cash or check. They may be purchased at the Aurora Center for Active Adults 30 Del Mar Circle or at the door.
All performances will be held at South Middle School one block east of Del Mar Park in Aurora (12310 E. Parkview Drive). For additional information call Judy Rowe at 303-353-9247.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Financial Education Workshops
Debt Reduction & Credit Repair
Presented by Community Education Outreach, in Partnership with Charles Schwab Foundation.
This workshop focuses on credit & debt. Develop methods to reduce debt & use credit wisely, resolve credit crisis & repair credit.
225051
Thu., Oct. 15, 5:45-7:15 p.m.
No fee, registration required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Arts & Crafts

Art of Writing
Explore writing strategies and sharpen creative writing skills.
224909
Thur. Oct. 1-22, 1-3 p.m.
$39 ($30 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Metal Arts – Pine Needle Casting
Cast a sterling silver pendant using nature to help configure your one of a kind design! Supplies are include in fee.
227759
Sat., Oct.24, 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m.
$64 ($49 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Painting Silk Scarves
Have fun painting & creating your own hand painted silk scarf.
224994
Sat., Oct. 11, 10-1 p.m.
$35 ($27 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Brain Boosters

Memory-Retain Your Recollections
Recognize life style factors that lower memory skills. Find ways to exercise your brain and improve your memory.
224992
Thur. Oct. 1-Nov. 5, 9:30-11 a.m.
$52 ($40 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Italian for Travelers
Learn basic grammar, vocabulary & expressions.
224977
Wed., Oct. 21-Dec. 2, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
$72 ($55 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Computers

Computer classes of all levels are offered at the Aurora Center for Active Adults, from the basics to Getting Started with Windows 8 to Microsoft Word 1 & 2 and beyond. Discover how to navigate the internet or how to work your digital camera and manipulate your digital pictures. Classes are ongoing and offered at various times to accommodate many schedules. One on one instruction is also available. Call 303-739-7950 to get class schedules and fees.

Microsoft Excel for the Workplace
Learn to set up worksheets, format, enter date & formulas, & Excel’s other uses for the workplace.
227816
Sat., Oct. 24-Nov. 7, 9-11 a.m.
$49 ($38 Aurora Resident)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Fitness & Wellness

Monster Mash
No tricks, all treats here for the Halloween Monster Mash. Exercise, dance & laugh as we learn the dance moves to Michael Jackson’s Thriller!
226041
Fri., Oct. 30, 12-2 p.m.
Drop-in fee, Pre-registration required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Better Balance & Fall Prevention
Presented by Physiotherapy Associates
As we age loss of balance & the fear of falling begin to take place. There are many different ways to improve your balance & confidence in fall prevention. Come learn the different exercises & tips to boost your balance & prevent injury from falling.
227736
Tue., Oct. 13, 10-11 a.m.
Free, Pre-registration required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Beginning Pilates
Strengthen your core muscles & increase your flexibility by developing lean, well toned muscles. Improve your posture & mental awareness.
226025
Thur., Oct. 1-29, 10:15-11:15 a.m.
$33 ($25 Aurora Residence)
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Day Trips

ACAA Day Trippers
Aurora Center for Active Adults offers a wide variety of day trips to interesting destination in the Front Range and beyond. Trips include high teas, behind the scene tours, to theater and other dynamic performances and events, to fabulous and unique dining destinations. Leave the driving to us and let your journey begin with the ACAA Day Trippers. For a complete listing of fall day trips see the Day Tripper newsletter. We are happy to mail you one or you can view it on line at www.auoragov.org/recreation, click on adults 50+. Call 303-739-7950 to have on mailed.

Day Tripper Winter Social
Fri., Oct. 9, 9-11 a.m.
Pick up the Winter Day Tripper Newsletter with detailed information about day trips & extended travel for winter 2015. The Day Tripper Social gives you the opportunity to meet with friends & make plans over coffee & refreshments provided by Harvard Square.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Services

Medicare – Updates to Part D
224991
Thur., Oct. 8, 10-11 a.m.
Free, pre-registration is required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
303-739-7950 or auroragov.org/adults50plus

Aurora Commission for Seniors
The mission of the Aurora Commission for Seniors is to improve the quality of life for seniors in Aurora. As part of its outreach effort, the Commission is interested in hearing ideas and suggestions about needs and issues of seniors living in Aurora. If you would like a member of the Aurora Commission for Seniors to be a guest speaker at your community organization, please call the Commission at 303-739-7945 or email: acs@auroragov.org. If you would like to be on an email list to receive important information on senior issues, please send your email address to the acs@auroragov.org. The Commission meets at the Aurora Center for Active Adults the 1st Monday of month, 1 p.m. Guests are welcome.