Parks, Recreation & Open Space Newsletter: August 2023

Hey Superior! There's no better time to get outside and enjoy the many activities and events happening in our parks, open spaces, and community center. Whether you're into live music, outdoor fitness programs, or new enrichment programs at the SCC, there's something for everyone to enjoy. We can't wait to see you there!

-The Superior Parks, Recreation & Open Space Team

The Town of Superior Fall/Winter Recreation Guide has been posted online! This guide is packed with events and programs taking place from September through December.

Featured programs starting in Aug. & Sept.:

• Tennis for all skill levels and ages
• Pickleball for all skills and ages 
• CBArt Workshop: "Under the Sea" Matisse-inspired collage: Aug. 20
• The Art of Infant Massage:  Aug. 29
• Tree Climbing: Sept. 2
• TGA Junior Golf at Purple Park: starts Sept. 5
• Tai Chi Forms 1: starts Sept. 7
• Adult Spanish Session 1: starts Sept. 7
• New! College Preparation Catalyst Program: starts Sept. 7
• New! FAA Ground School Program: starts Sept. 9
• Free Mindful Self-Compassion Program Orientation – Sept. 10
• Yoga Therapy: starts Sept.11
• Beginner and Beyond Beginner Ukulele: starts Sept.11
• New! Stand Up Comedy: starts Sept.11
• Sensable Learning Programs – Stop Motion Animation: starts Sept. 11
• New! Denver Dance Authority: Acrobatics and Tumbling: starts Sept. 12 

Don't miss the final Downtown Superior Summer Concert Series on Saturday, Aug. 26! The event will feature two great performances. At 6 p.m., Jeff & Paige will bring science and nature to life with kid-friendly music and stories that the whole family will love!

Local favorite, Ultralowfi, will take the stage at 7:15 p.m. Expect to hear their energetic renditions of popular hits as well as their own lively originals. And who knows? You might even spot Superior's Mayor Mark Lacis playing the drums!

The concert series takes place at Superior Commons Amphitheater located at 2130 Creek View Way in Downtown Superior. Bring a chair, kick back, and enjoy the music with a cool, frosty beverage! Eatery at Blue Sport Stable has partnered with the Town to offer attendees (21+) beer, wine, and seltzers for purchase. (Bringing and consuming outside alcohol is prohibited.)

Parking at the Superior Commons Amphitheater is limited; please plan to bike, walk, or carpool. Additional parking is available at the garage structure adjacent to Blue Sport Stable—special thanks to Blue Sport Stable, Toll Brothers and Bambei Brewing for sponsoring the Downtown Superior Summer Concert Series.

With summer coming to an end and fall approaching, the North and South pools have adjusted their hours. The new pool hours are as follows: weekdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Both pools will close for the season on Sept. 4.

Bring your furry friends to the South Pool for dog-friendly fun for a good cause! Dogs can jump, play, and cool off in the summer heat. Dog Daze is a free event, but donations to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley are appreciated. (Furry friends only; no humans will be allowed in the pool.) Dog Daze takes place on Sept. 7 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the South Pool at 3300 Huron Peak Ave.

The Town of Superior and the Rotary Club of Boulder Valley are once again hosting the Town’s biggest event of the year in partnership with the Superior Chamber and Serendipity Tap & Café. You don't want to miss 2023 Chili and Beer Fest on Sept. 9 from 2 - 6 p.m. at Community Park (1350 Coalton Road).

This year's event features Colorado's best Funk band, food trucks (selling non-chili items), beer, cider and seltzer sampling from local breweries, a Ninja-Warrior themed kids' zone,  dunk tank, local vendors and much, much more! General entry is free!

Last year all Beer Sampling and VIP tickets sold out!
Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. Ticket proceeds go to the Rotary of Boulder Valley in support of local, national and international nonprofits. Visit the Town of Superior events page for more information.

People's Choice Chili Cook-off 
The Chili cook-off competition is for non-ICS members such as individuals, area restaurants, food vendors, and local organizations. The winner will be determined through online public voting. To register, simply complete this form by August 20 or email events@superiorcolorado.gov for more information.

Interested in sponsoring a booth?
The Superior Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Town to offer local businesses a chance to mingle with residents at the upcoming event. Take advantage of this opportunity by registering now to secure one of the 80 available booth spaces at the event! Don't miss out - the registration deadline is September 1 at 11:55 p.m.

Residents are invited to a Toss & Talk on September 15, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to play the Autrey Park disc golf course (with temporary baskets) and provide feedback before the course design is completed This program is free, however registration is requested. Discs will be provided for those that need them. (1830 Honey Creek Drive)

The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is offering rebates on new e-bike purchases. Eligible residents can receive a rebate of either $500 or $1,100, depending on their income level. You can redeem the rebate in person or over the phone at participating retailers. The first round of applications is open from Aug. 16 to Aug. 21 and the CEO will announce and open additional application rounds each month until funding is expended. Once the application period closes, selected applicants will receive an email notifying them of their rebate.

Starting April 1, 2024, all Coloradans, regardless of income, will be eligible for a $450 discount on an e-bike purchased from an authorized retailer. For more information on the application process, income eligibility, and other details, please visit the Colorado Energy Office's website.

Painting in Purple Park is back! Come join the fun at the 2023 Plein Air Painting Festival. Take a stroll around beautiful Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.) to watch over a dozen artists create their masterpieces or partake in other festival activities including live music, a food truck, face painting, and two art creation stations for visitors of all ages.

Hosted by the Cultural Arts and Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee, the Plein Air Painting Festival will also include a Youth Mentorship Program for youth 12 through 18 years old who can pre-register to paint alongside an artist. Visit the Town events page to learn more.

The Boulder County Youth Corps has completed another successful season! This 12-person crew persevered through the hot sun and worked hard to complete the many conservation projects in Town this year. Their hard work has made the Town safer from wildfires, more ecologically diverse, more wildlife-friendly, and a better place to recreate. Please share your gratitude for their efforts on the Town's social media pages!

Calling all board game lovers!
Did you know the SCC has a board game library? You can find it on the upper shelf in the corner of the library area. Check out board games and take them home with you! 

Euchre
Thursdays, 2 - 4 p.m.
Players of all levels are welcome to join in on this trick-taking game!

Brown Bag Lunch & Speaker Series
Aug 15 & Sept. 19, 12 - 1 p.m.
Bring your own lunch or purchase a salad or sandwich from Serendipity Tap & Café.

The Town is encouraging residents to share their time, energy and know-how by volunteering for a Town of Superior Advisory Group. These committees, commissions and councils spend their time finding ways to solve problems, research possibilities and recommend enhancements to our beautiful Town.

Current openings:

• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee - One opening
• Historical Commission - Two openings

Learn more and apply today by visiting the Town of Superior Advisory Groups website or reach out to the Events & Volunteer Supervisor Mikaela Gregg by email or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext.128.