So Many Things to Do, So Little Time!
July 14, 2016
Things to Do
The weekend’s nearly here, so check out the many things to do to keep busy and entertained all the way into next week! In this update, you’ll find everything from music and movies to fun and games, plus lots of summer camps and classes for every age.
Start making plans!
TONIGHT (July 14):
Don’t Miss the Pan Jumbies at the Aurora Summer Concert Series!
AURORA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: PAN JUMBIES
Masters of the Caribbean groove, the Pan Jumbies, are led by acclaimed steel pan artist Don Prorak, and jam through a mix of calypso, soca, reggae, ska, and jazz for a world-beat music mosaic. You can snag a sandwich from Atlanta Bread while you practice all your smooth skank moves!
SOUNDS OF SOUTHLANDS: HAZEL MILLER
Hazel Miller’s jazzy, bluesy style has made her a favorite of Coloradans for 24 years. Miller has opened for the likes of Herbie Hancock, James Taylor and Michael McDonald and has performed at every major jazz festival in Colorado. Unwind tonight with the soulful artistry of Hazel Miller.
Southlands Mall Town Square, 6:00 p.m.
ADMISSION: Free
More info: http://www.shopsouthlands.com/news/sounds-of-southlands-summer-concert-series/2129995344
Every Day, Dawn to Dusk
BAIT YOUR HOOK!
Anglers are always welcome at Aurora Reservoir, so bait your hooks and get ready to chase the current state records for smallmouth bass and channel catfish! The records were set at Aurora Reservoir, and if you haven’t tried garlic- flavored shrimp or chicken livers for bait, some say those are your best bets for catching a whopper!
Here’s some information you’ll need about fishing licenses, boat rentals, access passes, and Aurora regulations covering bag limits.
Aurora, Reservoir, 5:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., 5800 S. Powhaton Rd., Aurora, Phone: 303.326.8425
DAY PASS: $10 per vehicle
BOAT RENTAL: $15/hour (Two Hour Minimum)
Saturday, July 16
TEEN CRAFT NIGHT!
Join this specialty crafts night geared toward teens for a fun evening of crafts and games. Classes are $12 for youth ages 7 to 14, or kids can take turns at the foosball table, challenge others to ping-pong or musical rhythm games like Guitar Hero or Rock Band. Register here.
Denver YMCA Teen Center, Southlands Shopping Center, 6155 S. Main Street, Suite 220
6:00-10:00 p.m.
Phone: 720-870-2221
ADMISSION: $12
Starting Monday, July 18
YARN THERAPY!
It’s warm weather now, but in a few short months, we’ll be indoors way more and eager for things to do with our minds and hands. Crafting with yarn is good for the soul and Aurora residents 16 and older can learn basic and advanced crochet and knitting skills in a six-week course at the Meadowood Recreation Center. Students should bring a skein of light-colored yarn and either size #8 knitting needles or an H-8 crochet hook.
Meadowood Recreation Center, 3054 S. Laredo St., Aurora,
Mondays, July 18-August 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Phone: 303-326-8630
COST: $48 for Aurora Residents
Starting Tuesday, July 19
SUMMER CAMP FOR FUTURE LEADERS
Leaders in Training is not your average summer camp. Instead, it’s a three-day get-together to chat about community, learn how to work as a team, participate in a planned service project, and enjoy good times with friends.
July 19-21: Fighting Hunger and Homelessness
July 26-28: Arts & Culture
August 2-4: Scientific Solutions
6155 S. Main St, Aurora, Phone: 720 870 2221
Tuesday through Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Info Contact: Rachel Sloan – rsloan@denverymca.org
Wednesday, July 20
SLIDE THROUGH SUMMER
Summer In The City is a free weekly event offering three hours of entertainment for children and adults. Enjoy huge inflatable slides, water features and games for every age. Plus, drinks and snacks are available for the asking!
Olympic Park, 15501 E Yale Ave, Aurora, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
ADMISSION: FREE
Wednesday, July 20:
MOVIES ON THE SQUARE: Alvin and the Chipmunks/The Road Chip
Through a series of misunderstandings, Alvin, Simon and Theodore come to believe that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in Miami…and dump them. Watch their madcap attempts to stop him at Movies on the Square next Wednesday night!
Starts at Dusk
6155 South Main Street, Southlands Mall, Aurora
What Are You Waiting For? Move to Southshore!
Among your “things to do this weekend:” Tour our beautiful model homes this weekend and decide which one is right for you. Village Homes offers two collections and some “quick move-in” homes so you won’t miss any more summer fun at Southshore!
Have a good weekend, everybody!