Aurora Public Library - Colorado

All Aurora Public Libraries will close Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth and will reopen Saturday, June 20 at 10 a.m.

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Do you have a prom dress, or outfit, that will be in need of love for next year's prom? You can help teens enjoy prom and create lasting memories with that fit! Donate your gently used, and washed, formal wear and accessories to any Aurora Public Library branch through July 31. A special event will be held for teens to choose their glam for prom ✨

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Aurora Fest is almost here! 🌎

Enjoy two stages with more than 20 live performances, 46 merchandise vendors and 29 food trucks and stalls offering dishes and treats from around the world. The festival will also feature a special drone show. Make sure to visit Aurora Central Library and the Aurora History Museum during the festival to enjoy Aurora Fest-related programs and activities.

Museum:
- Open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Free admission all day
- Guided tours of the “Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Filipino Community” exhibit, led by local Filipino community members who contributed to its creation.
- Live translation available through the Bloomberg Connects app.

This free, family-friendly event will take place from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 13, on the Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Learn more at AuroraFest.org

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Are you looking to keep the summer alive with books and things to do? Summer of Imagination: Unearth a Story provides a log full of various activities, such as researching family history through the MyHeritage database or read a book about amphibians! You will also receive a free book when you register. Complete activities for prizes along the way and enjoy a few programs at your library too 📚

Learn more at AuroraGov.org/SummerofImagination

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Enjoy a free concert and movie at select city of Aurora parks! Music at the Movies returns 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 at Terrace Park, 18801 E. Montview Blvd. Enjoy a performance by Animal Farm followed by “How to Train Your Dragon (2025)” (PG) with the Aurora Public Library’s bookmobile. First 100 people will receive free Kona Ice as part of their Summer of Imagination celebration!

Learn more at AuroraGov.org/MusicattheMovies

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The city of Aurora is searching for its next Honorary Poet Laureate, a four-year term beginning in August 2026 and continuing through August 2030. The city's Honorary Poet Laureate program, managed by Aurora Public Library, recognizes the importance of literature as a vital part of our shared and diverse culture.

The deadline for submissions is Sunday, July 12. Learn more at AuroraGov.org/Poet

Aurora, Colorado City Hall

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Are you in search an evening farmers market that fits your schedule? The farmers market at Hoffman Heights Library, 1298 Peoria St., is from 6 to 8 p.m. and the library will be open after hours to provide interactive programs. The next farmers market is Wednesday, June 24 and you can browse local goods outside while making your own printed totes or enjoying a camping storytime inside.

Learn more at AuroraGov.org/FarmersMarket

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