On Friday, May 3, the Arvada Center was the site for this year’s Senior Prom, where the room was transformed into “An Evening In Paris.” Kicking off the evening (pun intended) were the Rockyettes, a dance troupe based at the Apex Community Recreation Center, who performed a rousing version of the can-can to put everyone in a Parisian state of mind. Brandy Strauch, an Apex PRD Zumba instructor, also energized the crowd by leading a few dances. For the entire evening, the

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Make-A-Wish Foundation, NHL, Apex Center co-host “Logan’s Day with the Stanley Cup” On Wednesday, May 15, Logan Piz, an Arvada 13-year-old, a student at Lincoln Academy, and Arvada Hockey player #43, had what he described as “the best day of my life.” The Make-A-Wish Foundation teamed up with the National Hockey League to grant Logan’s wish… to spend the day with the Stanley Cup trophy and share the celebration with his teammates. Much of the event took place at the Apex Center,

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Registration will continue until full

Apex PRD Youth Track

Ages 7-16 Summer Track and Field program for ages 7-16 (as of July 31, 2013). Meets are held on Saturdays with other recreation departments. Meets include both track and field events. Fee includes the team track shirt and CARA membership fee. Please attend a parent meeting, May 16 at 6 pm in the Oberon Middle School Gym, 7300 Quail St. Registration deadline: May 14 or until full. For details call Kay Palmer at 303-467-7122. Location:

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Jeffco Parks is kicking off a Jeffco Parks Master Plan and are hosting interactive meetings at a number of sites throughout the County. Please select a location and time that work for your schedule (see attached pdf below). Plan on rolling up your sleeves to help us shape the look and feel of the Parks Master Plan; a road map for Jeffco Parks. Help the Boettcher Mansion, CSU Extension in Jeffco, the Fairgrounds and Open Space create a plan

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Apex PRD camps offer an activity for every age and interest! Here’s a taste of what summer has to offer. Mark your calendars and sign up soon for your favorite!

Recreational Camps

Team 7-12 Day Camp

11 weeks beginning June 3 Ages 7-12 The ultimate choice in recreational day camps! Why choose us? Most importantly, we are sincerely interested in your child. What’s more, our extensively trained, enthusiastic staff provides a fun, yet structured program full of variety. Each week is a fun-filled package of

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BACK THIS YEAR: Pancake Breakfast Included with 5K Registration

Early Bird Registration ended at 5 pm, Apr. 15. Pre-registration ends 5 pm on Thursday, June 13.

The sixth annual Father's Day 5K and Fun Run is set for Sunday, June 16. 'Run Dri' running hats for the first 300 5k registrations, the Fun Run is FREE for all ages, and as always, the UGLY TIE CONTEST! Please join us for a fun and family-friendly morning run/walk, beginning and ending at

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Nearly a dozen of the Jeffco Aquatic Masters swimmers, whose home pool is Apex PRD’s George J. Meyers Pool, attended the recent Colorado Masters Swimming Association State Meet in April. They achieved some impressive results. The men’s overall team ranking was 13th, the women’s overall team ranking was 14th , and the combined team ranking was 14th. A total of 387 swimmers and 49 teams participated in the meet. Individual Jeffco Aquatic Masters swimmers in attendance were Lesley Therrian, Katie Jenkins,

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Coed Outdoor 11v11 Soccer League Thursday Evenings, 6:30-10 pm, starting June 6 Registration in progress at the Apex Field House, 5724 Oak St., Arvada, CO. 80002. Deadline for registration is May 22 or until leagues are full. Fee: $675 ($200 deposit to secure spot). Remaining fees due by June 13 League play begins June 6 All games played at Long Lake Ranch, 17850 W. 64th Ave., Arvada, CO 80007 on the artificial turf fields (The fields are lighted for the later games) 7 games + possible

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On Saturday, April 27, Secrest Youth and Teen Center, 6820 W. 66th Ave., was a festive, active and colorful place to be. Community members flocked to the annual free Bike Rodeo for a safe and solid start to the spring and summer cycling season, The event featured bike safety checks, safety skill-building activities, obstacle courses, free bike helmets, refreshments, bike decorating and more. All activities were free, thanks to sponsors Bicycle Village, Hi Country Wire and Telephone, Saunders Construction, The Goddard

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Facilities and Activities

There are no weather related closures at this time. Please check back for up to the minute information.

Ballfields

We try to decide on field closures no later than 2:30 pm each week day. While we try to keep current on all closures and offer the best customer service possible, if you need a more recent update, please call your group or association. Should the weather change after 4 pm on weekdays play will be determined by the association and or

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Play Days are a way for players between the ages of 5-14, with previous lesson experience or currently involved with Arvada Tennis Center programs, to meet others of similar ability. Dynamic in nature, each play day begins with group activities to assess skill level. Players are then broken out into the group which best fits their needs, to participate in additional skill building or organized match play. Parents are encouraged to help on court with the younger players or cheer more

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The Goddard School in Arvada, on 87th and Indiana, is now enrolling for the fall 2013/2014 school year. For more about kindergarten, prekindergarten or preschool classrooms at the Goddard School, visit http://www.goddardschool.com/denver/arvada-87th-parkway-co or call 303-423-1869. If you would like to be a sponsor of the Apex Park and Recreation District, please contact Rachel VanWinkle at rachelv@apexprd.org or 303-463-4270.

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Learn to play the fastest growing youth sport in the nation. This 9 week league includes 9 weeks of practices and 7 Saturday games. Players will receive a jersey. Player must provide helmet/goggles, mouth guard and a lacrosse stick. Pads are required for all boys. For more information contact: Stephanie Allen 303-467-7135, stephaniea@apexprd.org Practices start the week of June 10. Day and times TBD. Games are Saturdays, 8 am to 4 pm beginning June 22. Exact times TBD. Location: Apex Field House Res. $85 (non-res.

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An Apex PRD summer pass is the perfect solution for your summer plans!

Fill your summer days with fun at the Apex Center, or choose the All-Access pass option for even more opportunities: free entry to the Apex Center PLUS the Secrest Pool and Lake Arbor outdoor pool, Meyers pool, cardio/weights at the Racquetball and Fitness Center and cardio/weights/drop-in classes at the Community Recreation Center. Passes are good for three months from the date of purchase and must be purchased by May

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