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For a full list of upcoming meetings, please visit www.aurora.ca “ e brightest stars are those who shine for the bene t of others.” *Meetings can be viewed online by visiting www.aurora.ca/gcstream PUBLIC NOTICE WHAT’S HAPPENING Town of Aurora Notice of Service Disruption PLEASE NOTE: Please join us for the There will be a scheduled service disruption at the Stronach Aurora Volunteers are the heart of the community. A volunteer’s passion motivates us Recreation Complex on Friday, February 5 and Saturday, Annual Mayor’s to do good for others, which becomes a source of inspiration. The smallest February 6. Luncheon act of kindness has the power to make positive change, inspire thoughtfulness This disruption includes: presented by the and transform lives. • Parent & Tot Shinny Friday, February 5 at 9:30 a.m. Aurora Chamber of Do you know an individual, corporation or CANCELLED Commerce • Public Skate Friday, February 5 at 4:30 p.m. business who has … CANCELLED � Given their own time for the benefi t • Public Skate Saturday, February 6 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday, of others in Aurora? CANCELLED February 17, 2016 � Gone the extra mile in supporting our community? Thank you for your patience and we apologize for any 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM � Made Aurora a better place to live? inconvenience. Oakview Terrace If so, why not nominate them for a For more information, please call 905-726-4760 13256 Leslie Street, Richmond Hill Community Recognition Award? Tickets: $45 The Town of Aurora is calling for nominations for the 2016 Town of Aurora Community Recognition Temporary Road Closure on Monday, February 15 Please help us welcome new Town of Aurora CAO, Doug Nadorozny Awards.