🤠 Summa Summa Summertime

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Good morning. It’s finally feeling like summer. Be sure to get some pool time in this week, attend a BBQ, enjoy the green grass, or just take in the season. And overall, just be a good person. ☀️😎

In this week’s Ranch Roundup:

• Weekly Featured Park

• Music Mania

• Food Trucks

• Golf Championship 🏆

• This week’s events

Giddy up.

Most Wanted

Whole Lotta Music

🎵🌟 Summer Concert Series: Get ready for a summer of fun with the Highlands Ranch Summer Concert Series! Enjoy free live music every Thursday night in June and July with local bands, tasty food trucks, and a great time with friends and family. It all kicks off on June 6th with Nothing But Nineties! This Denver-based 90s cover band brings all your favorite hits with spot-on vocals and instrumentals. Highland Heritage Regional Park, 9651 S. Quebec Street, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130. 6:30-8 PM More info.

Got Kids? We Got Fun

🎉🚒 Mark your calendars for June 8th. Bring the family to KidFest for a morning of outdoor fun! Enjoy demonstrations by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and South Metro Fire Rescue, a nerf dart battle zone, obstacle course, bubble blowers, and more. Vendors will offer coffee, breakfast, and local products, with live entertainment on center stage. Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. 9 AM-12 PM More info.

Food Truck’s Gone Wild

🚚🎶 Get ready for Food Truck Frenzy at Coyote Ridge Park in Castle Pines on June 8th! Enjoy a fantastic evening of delicious food from various food trucks, live music, and great company. Coyote Ridge Park, 7485 Serena Drive, Castle Pines, CO 80108. 4-8 PM More info.

Gnome Infestation

🌲🔍Be on the lookout for Willow and all his Gnome friends around Castle Pines during the summer! Get an app with challenges to complete and a city with Gnomes to find! This scavenger hunt only lasts through August 1st, so you better get going! More info.

FORE!

🏆⛳️ Four South Denver teams competed in the Girls Golf State Championship. Legend ranked 9th place, Mountain Vista ranked 5th place, and Rock Canyon ranked 3rd place with a score of 470. Valor Christian won their second straight state championship with a score of 442 points, thanks to the outstanding performances by Brenna Higgins, Bella Eide, and Aja Blankenship. Congratulations to Legend, Mountain Vista, Rock Canyon, and Valor Christian! 🎉

More info at CHSAA.

Eat Good, Feel Good - A Message From Toastique

Looking to jazz up your healthy eating routine? Head to Toastique Highlands Ranch, where fresh ingredients and deliciously creative toast concoctions are just the beginning. Nestled in the heart of Highlands Ranch, Toastique brings a gourmet touch to your day with all-natural smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and smoothie bowls. Toastique transitions seamlessly from early on-the-go breakfasts to corporate lunches and post-workout fuel. With fresh, seasonal, and responsibly sourced products, you'll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere all day long. Our mission is to make healthy eating accessible, exciting, and easy to enjoy. We believe in making healthy food easy and accessible without any preservatives or fillers. Swing by and taste the difference that simplicity and quality make – your taste buds and health will thank you!

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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 (6/3)

• Living the Dream: La Mesa (4-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Philly Monday (2-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Big Belly Bros BBQ (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: El Chamacos Taco Dealer (4-8 PM)

Tuesday (6/4)

• Living the Dream: Big Stuff (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Samos Grill (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Big Belly Bros BBQ (4-8 PM)

Wednesday (6/5)

• Living the Dream: Magic Kebob (3-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Colorado Chile (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Sokare (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Motor City B’’s Pizza (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Rustic Nomads (4-8 PM)

Thursday (6/6)

• Living the Dream: Areyto (3-8 PM)

• Max Taps: True Love Tacos (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Turkish Chef (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Tulas Tapas (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Tacos Por Dias (4-8 PM)

Friday (6/7)

• Living the Dream: Fanwich (1-9 PM)

• Max Taps: Elevation 5280 (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Muy Loco Tacos (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Rustic Nomads (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Crepes Denver (4-8 PM)

Saturday (6/8)

• Living the Dream: Motor City B’’s Pizza (12-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Big Dog Bites (12-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Krazy Thai (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Luchador (12-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: 5280 Elevation (4-8 PM)

Sunday (6/9)

• Living the Dream: Uptown & Humboldt  (12-7 PM)

• Max Taps: Cousin’s Maine Lobster (12-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Pizza Box Truck (4-8 PM

• LTBC Main: Pink Tank (12-6 PM)

Monday (6/10)

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

• Max Taps: Philly Monday (2-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Krazy Thai (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Mile High Tikka Express (4-8 PM)

Events

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

Wednesday (6/5)

🎶🌟 Arts in the Afternoon - Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion. Experience a mesmerizing afternoon of music with Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion, blending jazz, flamenco, Cuban, and classical Indian styles. Enjoy the captivating sounds of flamenco/jazz guitar, fiery cello, and Indian tabla for an unforgettable instrumental journey. Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 1:30-2:30 PM More info.

🧹📚 Clutter and What to Do With It. Join Patricia Powers from Order and More for an insightful class on decluttering and organizing. Learn the difference between clutter and hoarding, and discover strategies for maintaining tidy spaces to support mental health. Includes an in-class activity and Q&A session. Registration required. Highlands Ranch Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. 6-7:30 PM More info.

🎷🎵 Enjoy live jazz performances every Wednesday in June, July, and August at Festival Park! Local musicians gather to entertain locals and visitors in Downtown Castle Rock, making for a perfect summer evening. Festival Park, 300 Second St, Castle Rock, CO 80104. 6:30-8 PM More info.

🎨🍻 Get crafty making 3D signs with Zamarron Designs at Living The Dream Brewery! Unleash your inner artist as you create a custom 3D sign. Each piece is designed for easy assembly, ensuring a fun and creative evening. Living The Dream Brewery, 9150 Commerce Center Circle, Suite 300, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. 6:30-8:30 PM More info.

🎸🍻 Rhythm & Brews. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or a newbie, join us for a fun group lesson experience! Enjoy learning and jamming to your favorite songs in a welcoming atmosphere. Stay for all three back-to-back lessons or just one. Shindig Bar & Kitchen, 8262 S. Yosemite Street, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 6:30-8:30 PM More info.

Thursday (6/6)

🏓🎉 Adult Pickleball Social! Lace up your shoes and join us for an evening of fun at the Coyote Ridge pickleball courts! Coaches from Advantage You will guide you with drills and tips to enhance your skills. Open to all levels, this free event is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy the game. Coyote Ridge Park, 7485 Serena Drive, Castle Pines, CO 80108. 5:30-7:30 PM More info.

🎸🎤 Enjoy a free summer concert featuring Eric Golden, a Colorado Country Hall of Fame Entertainer of the Year. Experience his traditional Honky Tonk style with covers of classic country legends like Dwight Yoakam, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash. Discovery Park, 20115 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138. 6:30-8 PM More info.

Friday (6/7)