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February 1, etc: The World Beneath 

This nature series explores the Pacific Coast of Baja California, one of the most beautiful regions of Mexico- and one of the most extraordinarily diverse marine ecosystems on the planet. The series covers a lot of ground (and cubic feet of water), ranging across the entire 1,000-mile peninsula. Your guide on this extraordinary voyage of discovery-marine journalist Masakazu Nagata- hits all of the area's high spots, including coral reefs and its twin UNESCO World Heritage sites (the rock paintings at Pintada and the Vizaino Whale Sanctuary). For the people in Baja California, the Ocean is more than just a source of wonder and fear (the Great Whale Shark is a frequent visitor)- it is the key to economic survival. Planet Ocean brings all of these elements together in order to provide you with a rich portrait of life above and beneath the waves.  

February Saturdays; 3pm: Animal Documentary Series     

Starting Saturday, February 4, and continuing throughout the month, Saturday afternoons will be devoted to different aspects of the animal kingdom. We will explore the depths of animal intelligence, how amphibians such as frog, toads and salamanders live on land and water, track the development of various animals from conception to birth and delve into the mysterious depths of the North Pacific Ocean. Be prepared to learn something new and venture into unknown territory.        

February 5; 4pm: Superbowl XLVI NE Patriots vs. NY Giants    

Come on down to the Bistro to watch the big game as the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots. Game time snacks and beverages will be provided. Wear your teams' colors and cheer on your favorite!     

February 7; 10am: Viewpoints   

This month we will watch two PBS Frontline programs. The first, Suicide Tourist, is a sobering but thought-provoking portrait of personal freedom. Frontline follows a native of Chicago across the Atlantic to Switzerland, where he plans to take his own life with the help of a nonprofit organization that legally assists suicides. The second Frontline program, Revolution in Cairo, dispatches teams to Cairo, going inside the youth movement that helped light the fires on the streets. Follow the "April 6th" group, which two years ago began making a bold use of the Internet for their underground resistance, tactics that led to jail and torture for many of their leaders.   

February 8; 10:30am: Travels with Art   

Join Resident and world traveler Art Bryant for another breathtaking slideshow presentation featuring yet another exciting trip. This month we escape to Greece and transport ourselves back to a time of antiquities and philosophy. See the beauty of Santorini, the unique Easter celebration on the islands of Delhi and Amfissa, Corinth Mountains, Lions Gate and much more as we explore Greece and share stories and pictures with Art.

February 9; 1:30pm: Arapahoe Sheriff K-9 Demonstration

Join members of Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office K-9 unit for a fascinating look at canine apprehension and narcotics detection. The Sheriff's Office Canine Teams are assigned as rove cars on patrol, which provides better response to in-progress type calls within Arapahoe County and the City of Centennial. Canines are assigned to one specific deputy, living with the deputy and his family. A K-9 team usually stays together four to six years until the K-9 retires. Training is on-going for both the handler and the dog. Don't miss your chance to see the amazing control and performance of the two highly skilled canine teams.

February 10; 4pm: TGIF Social Hour w/Entertainment

Mix it up twice a month with great entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar in the town center as the dining services and life enrichment departments welcome you to Friday. Come on down this month as we welcome season 9 American Idol contestant, Lily Scott, and her talented guitarist, Cole Rudy, for some jazz.

February 13; 3pm: Current Events: The State of the European Union

Formed in the wake if World War II, The European Union was created to provide a Unified trading Bloc for Western Europe. As the EU has grown, it has faced obstacles to integration, such as the addition of Central and Eastern European countries and Partial Adoption of the euro. Now, Years later, The EU faces economic and political threats from challenges arising from debt-laden member countries. Join us as we explore the historical roots of the formation of the EU as well as the economic and social issues the challenge it's future.