NEWS May 2022
EASTRIDGE RENOVATION BEGINS!
HRCAA BRINGS A SUMMER OF CULTURE AND FUN The Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (HRCAA), a nonprofit managed by the HRCA, is pleased to bring a summer of educational, artistic, musical, theatrical, and dance events to the Highlands Ranch community. The free Culture on the Green series, set in beautiful Civic Green Park, pairs monthly cultural performances with a beautiful outdoor setting for an experience that is sure to delight all ages. The 2022 performances include International Youth Ballet (May 27), Denver Taiko (June 24), and Soul Rhythm African Drumming and Dance (July 22). The Summer Concert Series, held at Highland Heritage Regional Park, features the best local bands on Thursday evenings in June and July. See the enclosed cling for a complete list of dates and bands. Thank you to our sponsor Littleton Adventist Hospital! On June 11, the annual Classic Car Show brings out great cars, food, music, and more for a day of family fun. Admission to the event is free. Starting in June, you will notice new sculptures around Highlands Ranch as part of the Art Encounters program. Learn more at www.HRCAonline.org/ArtEncounters. Each year, HRCAA produces these events and more through funding from community partners, individual donors, ticket sales, and a generous grant provided by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). For more information on HRCAA, or any of the upcoming summer events, go to www.HRCAonline.org/CAA.
We are excited to announce the upcoming renovation of the Eastridge Lobby and Administration wing. Included in the renovation will be a remodeled entrance area including new access desk, additional office space, new flooring. and updated restrooms. The renovation will begin mid-May and run approximately 16 weeks. Staff is working on alternate entrance points, safety plans, and general logistics to make your visit a smooth one! Please note that the Community Improvement Services team will be officing out of Westridge and the Assessments team will be officing out of Southridge during the construction process. We will continue to provide updates to the community through our website as additional details become available. We appreciate your patience during the process.
HRCA ELECTION OF BOARD MEMBERS At the March 22 Annual Meeting of Delegates, the HRCA Delegates elected Monica Wasden, Melissa Park, and Dan DeBacco to serve a two-year term. We would like to congratulate them on their successful election. These three directors join Jim Allen and Brock Norris as the HRCA’s Board. For more information about the HRCA’s leadership go to www.HRCAonline.org/ Leadership.
Monica Wasden
Melissa Park
Dan DeBacco
Jim Allen
Brock Norris
HRCA BEER FESTIVAL RETURNS! Don't miss the 8th annual HRCA Beer Festival on Saturday, June 4 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Park. Tickets will go on sale Monday, May 2 at 10:00 a.m. Buy tickets at www.HRCAonline.org/Tickets. Hurry - Don't wait, tickets sell out fast!