Sharks-From Tooth to Tail, Mardi Paws, Jazz

ARVADA, CO – See what's coming up this week in Arvada and nearby ...

July 20 - Sharks-From Tooth to Tail: MVNC Campfire Series Friday 6:30 - 8 p.m.

• Majestic View Nature Center 7030 Garrison St, Arvada, Colorado 80004

All ages $5/person, $15/family

Dive into shark biology, touch shark jaws, teeth and skin, play a few fishy games, and then spend some time roasting marshmallows!

July 20 Free summer lunches for kids / Comida para niños gratis durante el verano 11-11:30 a.m.

• Arvada Library 7525 W. 57th Avenue Arvada CO 80002

No qualifications. No paperwork. Open to anyone age 18 and under. First come, first served. Now with new fresh food choices! Look for the bus in the Public Parking Lot east of the Library.

No hay calificaciones. No hay papeleo. Para todos los niños menores de 18. Se servirá de acuerdo a como vayan llegando. ¡Ahora con nuevas opciones de alimentos frescos! Busca el bus en el Estacionamiento Público a este de la Biblioteca.
1 de junio - 1 de augusto
11 - 11:30 a.m.
Lunes - Viernes

June 1 - August 1
11 - 11:30 A.M.
Monday - Fridays

July 21 - Your Lawn Care Rx Saturday at 11 a.m. - noon

• Majestic View Nature Center 7030 Garrison St, Arvada, Colorado 80004

Ages 12 and up, $5

Hot summers can do a number on your lawn, so how do you keep it green? With the help of a CSU Master Gardener! Ask your questions and get your lawn Rx as you discover how to water and care for a green, summer lawn.

July 21 Colorado Jazz Rep. Orchestra - "Basie and Sinatra at the Sands" Saturday 7:30 p.m.

• Arvada Center 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80003

Tickets: $18

One of the greatest jazz albums of all time was "Basie and Sinatra at the Sands,” recorded in Las Vegas in 1966. On July 21, the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra will collaborate with noted interpreter of Frank Sinatra, Steve Lippia to recreate this memorable event.

July 28 –Mid Summer Mardi Paws - Open House Saturday at 1:00pm

• Francis Veterinary Hospital, 16199 South Golden Road, Golden, CO 80401

Free event! Face painting, food, snow cones, super hero pet costume contest with prizes, door prizes and more!

July 30 Tai Chi at Majestic View

• Majestic View Nature Center 7030 Garrison St, Arvada, Colorado 80004

Mondays, July 9 – August 27 (No Class July 23) Beginning 6:15-7:15 p.m., Continuing 5-6 p.m.Adults, $70 for 7-week session

Adapted from the Sun form, this Tai Chi is slow, easy flowing and centering. Join us outside in the Nature Center gardens. Bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Patricia Douglas is certified through Tai Chi for Health Institute. Register in advance.

Aug. 2 Drop in Discovery at Majestic View Nature Center

• Majestic View Nature Center 7030 Garrison St, Arvada, Colorado 80004

First Thursday and Third Monday at 10 a.m.All ages, Free.

Investigate the amazing natural world from the Nature Center. Explore different themes using hands on activities, books, puzzles, crafts, and other interactive items. No need to sign up for this program, just swing by and enjoy!

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