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Adult Trip – US Olympic and Paralympic Museum

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Experience the immersive journey of America's greatest athletes at the U. S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum. We'll tour interactive exhibits, innovative displays, and a vast artifact collection to learn about the impressive history of our Olympians and Paralympians. Afterward, we will stop at Scileppi's in Castle Rock for lunch. Registration closes June 30, after which… Continue Reading Adult Trip – US Olympic and Paralympic Museum

GrEighties

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Are you great and over eighty? Introductions, brain games, and some social time will be included. A light snack will be served. Please register in advance.

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Summer Concert Series

Join us for a Friday morning children's performance at Secrest Park, 6820 W. 66th Ave, or a Thursday evening concert for the whole family at McIlvoy Park, 5750 Upham Street. Sponsored by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation, Craft Carousel Gift Shop, The Gardens at St. Elizabeth, Sooper Credit… Continue Reading Summer Concert Series

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Summer Concert Series

Join us for a Friday morning children's performance at Secrest Park, 6820 W. 66th Ave, or a Thursday evening concert for the whole family at McIlvoy Park, 5750 Upham Street. Sponsored by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation, Craft Carousel Gift Shop, The Gardens at St. Elizabeth, Sooper Credit… Continue Reading Summer Concert Series

Mystery Trip – The Golden Ticket

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Join us for the first-ever Mystery Trip - The Golden Ticket. Get excited for a quick stop at a local coffee shop before enjoying a surprise demonstration to engage your senses and showcase sweet experimentation. This trip includes bus transportation and involves some standing but is otherwise rated as a low activity level event. Registration… Continue Reading Mystery Trip – The Golden Ticket

Tour the Town – Loveland

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Tour of the Town is back, and we're heading to Loveland, the "Sweetheart City." Come along as we walk the Benson Sculpture Garden to admire the art, eat brunch at Taste Local Cafe, and spend some free time browsing the numerous downtown shops. Transportation is included, and the cost of brunch is your responsibility. Registration… Continue Reading Tour the Town – Loveland

Billiards Social

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Play and socialize with others while receiving tips from an instructor. Discover different types of games. It's best for players with billiards experience.

Cooking with Friends – Lunch

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Join us as we enjoy preparing, cooking, eating, and cleaning up in the Community Recreation Center's fabulous kitchen. Keto friendly pork chops, and keto biscuits made with almond flour. To finish off the meal, we will make a little something sweet together.

Caregiver Support Group

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

This group is for those providing care for a loved one. Meet in a safe space to support those going through caregiver fatigue, discuss options and resources to support you as the caregiver and connect with others who understand the difficulty and challenges of the caregiver role. It is free, but advanced registration is appreciated.

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Matinee Movie Club

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Do you love watching movies? Join us for a showing of "The Intern." Register by the Tuesday prior. Snacks are available for purchase. Cash only. Overview: Seventy-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern… Continue Reading Matinee Movie Club

band playing on an outside stage summer concert series

Summer Concert Series

Join us for a Friday morning children's performance at Secrest Park, 6820 W. 66th Ave, or a Thursday evening concert for the whole family at McIlvoy Park, 5750 Upham Street. Sponsored by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation, Craft Carousel Gift Shop, The Gardens at St. Elizabeth, Sooper Credit… Continue Reading Summer Concert Series

Active Adult Informational Session

Apex Center 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada, CO

Whether new to the district or ready to try new activities, discover the many diverse opportunities across Apex Park and Recreation District. Enjoy a little snack while you learn about various social activities, education, arts and crafts, fitness, aquatics, trips, hikes, clubs, volunteering, and how to get involved. We will also be discussing the benefits… Continue Reading Active Adult Informational Session

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Kids’ TRYathlon

Apex Center 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada, CO

Kids put their endurance and skills to the test in this fun event for the whole family. Participants begin with an indoor swim, hop on their bike for some off-road cycling on the Ralston Creek Trail, and then run to the finish line to join their friends and family. All distances are age-appropriate. Up to… Continue Reading Kids’ TRYathlon

Active Adult – Summer Flamingle

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Join us for a flamingo-themed summer event, including games, light refreshments, and prizes from our Active Adult sponsors. Please wear pink or a flamingo-themed outfit. We thank our sponsors, Senior Placement of Denver, Optimal Aging, Seniors Helping Seniors, Amira Choice, NorthStar Elder Solutions, Giving Home Health Care, Optum, Kaiser Permanente, Gardens at St. Elizabeth, Brookdale… Continue Reading Active Adult – Summer Flamingle

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Adult Children Supporting Aging Loved Ones

Community Recreation Center 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO

Are you an adult child navigating the care and needs of your aging parents? Learn how to navigate senior housing options, understand the differences between independent, assisted, memory and skilled care, and what to look for when these services are needed. Learn about costs associated with each option as well as fee structures. Also, learn… Continue Reading Adult Children Supporting Aging Loved Ones