🤠 Spring Break’s Over, But the Fun’s Just Getting Started!

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Good Morning. Spring break may be winding down, but the excitement is just getting started! With nearly 80-degree temps forecast for this week, it’s the perfect time to soak up the sun before cooler days return. From Easter egg hunts and truck adventures to jaw-dropping performances and a little Taco & Tequila action, there’s something for everyone. So dust off those flip-flops (or keep the boots on) and dive into this week’s happenings.

In this week’s Ranch Roundup:

• The one that I want~Grease!

• Polar plunge

• Battle of the badges

• This week’s events

• Food Trucks South of 470

• Weekly weather

• And more!

Giddy up.

Most Wanted

truck yeah!

🚜👨‍👧‍👦 Get ready for some hands-on fun 4/5 at the Touch A Truck event, where kids and adults can explore all kinds of awesome vehicles! From fire trucks to bucket trucks, you can snap pictures and chat with the operators. 9350 Roxborough Park Road, Roxborough. 1 PM-4 PM More info.

urine for a treat

😂🎭 Prepare for a knee-slapping evening 4/10 as Ponderosa Theatre Company presents Urinetown: The Musical! Join us for a night of comedy and satire in a dystopian world where water is scarce, and everything else will flow just fine. 7007 Bayou Gulch Rd, Parker, CO 80138. 7 PM 4/10-4/12 More info.

hop to it

🥚🐰 Saddle up 4/12 for a fun-filled morning of Easter delight at Zuma's Egg Hunt! Enjoy Easter egg hunts, hayrides, meet-the-horses tours, and snap photos with a 6-foot-tall Easter Bunny. Treat yourself to tasty food and refreshing drinks too! 7745 Moore Rd, Littleton. 11 AM-2 PM More info.

eggcellent adventure

🥚🐰 Round up the family 4/12 for a delightful day at the Sensory Friendly Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt! Designed with all abilities in mind, enjoy a serene egg hunt featuring beeping eggs and eggs on balloons, and capture precious moments with the Easter Bunny. Join us at Ascent Village Basketball Court, Snake River St, Littleton. 11 AM-3 PM More info.

java with the law

☕👮‍♀️ Brew up some fun 4/14 and chat with your local Douglas County Sheriff’s over a cup of Starbucks coffee! Enjoy sweet treats while your little ones express their creativity by decorating Easter eggs. It's a perfect chance to engage with officers in a laid-back setting and clear any lingering questions. Eastridge Rec Center, 9568 S. University Blvd, Highlands Ranch. 3-5 PM More info.

wild & free

🦌🌲 Dive into adventure 4/18 with "Wild in Our Town," where you can touch wildlife displays and absorb fascinating facts about native creatures like coyotes, bears, and mountain lions! Mingling with experts from the Town of Castle Rock and other wildlife organizations, you'll learn tips to coexist peacefully with wildlife. Philip & Jerry Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. 4 PM-5:30 PM More info.

planet of possibilities

🌍🎬 Get ready for an awe-inspiring journey 4/18 into the heart of our planet with the Emmy® Award-winning team behind Netflix’s Our Planet series. The Making of Our Planet event will captivate you with breathtaking behind-the-scenes stories featuring explorers, filmmakers, and scientists who bring the wonders of nature to life. Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, CO. 7:30 PM More info.

eggstravaganza

🌟🐰 Gather 'round for an egg-citing adventure 4/19 at the Easter Egg Hunt! Hop on over to Northridge and bring your baskets and best egg-hunting skills as the hunt kicks off at 10:00 a.m. sharp. 📸 Snap a photo with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a morning filled with joy and surprises! 8800 S Broadway, Highlands Ranch, CO. 9 AM-11:30 AM More info.

shellebrate Easter

🥚🐰 Celebrate spring at our lively Egg Scramble 4/19, where kids ages 11 and under can hunt for 12,000 eggs and snap a photo with a special, big-eared guest. Enjoy complimentary donuts and hot chocolate, while parents sip on coffee. The fun kicks off with staggered start times for each age group, promising a delightful morning for all! The Ridge Golf Course, 1414 Castle Pines Pkwy, Castle Pines, CO 80108. 10 AM-11 AM More info.

Steinbeck on stage

🎭🎶 Saddle up for an enchanted evening 4/25 as Douglas County Libraries teams up with Front Range Theatre Company to bring Steinbeck's classic Of Mice and Men to life on stage! Join us at the 360 Village Square Lane, Castle Pines, CO 80108. 7 PM-9 PM More info.

web of wonder

🎭📚 Gather around 4/26 for the delightful Page to Stage production of Charlotte's Web, live at Aloha Plaza East! Enjoy a 30-minute presentation followed by a themed craft ideal for ages 5-8. Be sure to register each guest attending for this enchanting family event. Sponsored by Aloha Fund. 100 South Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104. 12 PM-12:45 PM More info.

fiesta & fables

📚🎶 Y'all are invited for a lively celebration of "Mamiachi & Me" 5/3 with authors Jolene and Dakota Gutiérrez featuring Storytime, music, and family activities that's perfect for little ones! 100 South Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO. 2-3:30 PM More info.

taco tequila time

🌮🎉 Saddle up for a festive day 5/3 at the Tequila and Tacos event! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a taste of tequila, cocktails, and Mexican beer, complete with a delicious taco meal. Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. 3 PM-6 PM More info.

brew & view

🍻🎶 Get ready 5/31 for the Highlands Ranch Beer Festival, where you can savor beers, ciders, and seltzers while supporting local students! Enjoy live tunes, food trucks, vendors, and exciting giveaways. Must be 21+ to enjoy the drinks, IDs will be checked. Civic Green Park, 9370 S Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. 2 PM-5 PM More info.

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Events

From Boot-Stompin' Beats to to captivating arts & culture, here's what's happening in and around the Ranch this week.

Wednesday (3/26)

🩸🚒 Who will be crowned victor in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive? Come and donate blood to lend your support to Team Law or Team Fire with the Castle Rock Police Department, Fire and Rescue, and Sheriff's Office! Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock, CO 80104. 10 AM-2:30 PM More info.

🎓🌟 Journey back to the pivotal year of 1963 with Active Minds! Explore the civil rights movement, Cold War, youth culture, and more in this fascinating historical deep dive. 9292 South Ridgeline Boulevard, Littleton, CO 80129. 6 PM-7 PM More info.

📚✨ Giddy up for a wild and educational ride at Steve Trash Science Live – The New Show! Dive into a world of magic, music, and science where kids discover the scientific method while having a blast. PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave, Parker, CO 80138. 6:30 PM More info.

Thursday (3/27)

🎭🚀 Come support Legend Theatre for their fantastic performance of Grease: The Musical! Legend High School, 22219 Hilltop Rd., Parker, CO 80138. 7 PM (also 3/28-3/29, 2 PM & 7 PM 4/3-4/5) More info.

🎲🎤 Gather around for Game Show Night at HRCA! Host Rion Evans will lead you through thrilling rounds of classic TV game shows like Family Feud and Wheel of Fortune, with plenty of laughter and fantastic prizes on the line. It's a rootin' tootin' fun night for the whole family! 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd., Highlands Ranch. 7 PM - 8:30 PM More info.

Saturday (3/29)

🌊❄️ The annual Polar Plunge is splashing back in town, and the Lone Tree Police invite y'all for a shiverin' good time! Support Special Olympics Colorado by takin' the plunge or joinin' the 5K run/walk. Either way, you're bound to have a blast while supportin' a great cause! 5800 S Powhaton Rd, Aurora. 9 AM-12 PM More info.

🦉🌲 Dive into the fascinating world of owls at our Nature EdVentures! Learn all about the Great Horned Owl, spot owlets, and explore with park rangers while participating in hands-on activities like dissecting pellets and examining owl talons. Fly'n B Park, 2910 Plaza Dr., Highlands Ranch. 10:30 AM-12 PM More info.

Food Trucks South of 470

They brave the journey, risking life and livelihood to venture this far south, and we tip our hats in salute! 5 convenient locations:

Living the Dream: 9150 Commerce Center Circle, Sute 300, Highlands Ranch CO 80129
Max Taps: 2680 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Sterling Ranch: 8155 Piney River Ave, Littleton, CO 80125
Lone Tree Brewing Company (LTBC) Main: 8200 Park Meadows Drive Suite 8222, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Lone Tree Brewing Company (LTBC) Parker: 18425 Pony Express Drive, Parker, CO 80134

Monday (3/24)

• Living the Dream: 2 Salty Sarges’ (4-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Philly Monday (2-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Lucky Bird (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Mischief Pizza (4-8 PM)