HRCA December 2012 News

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December 2012

h o l i d ay f u n i n t h e r a n c h There’s no place like home for the holidays, and The Ranch has delightful events and programs that are sure to bring holiday cheer.

Children delight in the magic of Santa and the gift-giving spirit so make this season memorable by attending events designed for them • Candy Cane Tumblers is a tumbling camp for kids ages 2-7 filled with crafts, games, hot cocoa, and more! Dec 7 or 14, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. • Holiday Teddy Bear Tea Party has all the trimmings and a fun-filled children’s music show. Dec 8, 10:30 a.m. • Anyone ages 12 and older may make a creative gift at the Pottery Studio. Dec 9, 11:00 a.m. - noon • Enjoy a pancake Breakfast with Santa, crafts, and a small gift from Santa! Dec 15, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. • Your holiday princess ages 3-6 will enjoy Holiday Dance Camp. Dec 17, 19, & 21, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. • In Bah Humbug, kids perform for kids on Dec 20 at 6:30 p.m.. Free tickets may be picked up at the registration desk. • Kids ages 5-16 may create a fun holiday gift at the KidzArt Holiday Gift Workshop! Dec 21 or 22,12:30 - 4:00 p.m. • Kid’s Corner Classes inspire your child’s holiday creativity throughout the month of December.

The holiday season is time to connect with family and friends, so bring the family to these winter festivities: • Hometown Holiday Celebration is an old-fashioned winter wonderland of festivities featuring music, food, and Santa himself! Dec 7, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Book a Backcountry Sleigh Ride with your friends and family this winter season by calling. • Showtime at Southridge - Holiday Concert features classic holiday favorites! Dec 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. • Winter Market is the perfect place to shop for special gifts or holiday food. Dec 15-16, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. • The Hanukkah Happening celebration features music, games, prizes, food, and entertainment for all ages!

Dec 16, noon - 3:00 p.m. Call 303-470-6652 for an invitation. • Tennis Pavilion Candy Cane Lane has become a holiday tradition. For every visit to the Northridge Tennis Pavilion, players may guess the number of candy canes in our jar for a chance to win a prize.

Adults enjoy this special season as much as children. So just for adults, the Sparkling Wine Tasting brings seasonal cheer with live holiday music, sparkling wines, and delicious appetizers. For Ages 21+ only. Dec 7, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

The HRCA web site has detailed information on all these holiday adventures.

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CEO and general manager

is published monthly by the Highlands Ranch Community Association, Inc.

HRCA|event weather line 303-471-8888 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Christina Caputo 303-471-0867 Scott Lemmon 303-346-1412 Brock Norris 720-344-7107 Jeff Suntken 303-346-0664 Craig Ziesman 303-791-6557 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 9568 University Blvd.

303-791-8958 RECREATION FACILITIES 303-791-2500

2013 HRCA BUDGET - The HRCA Board of Directors adopted the 2013 Budget at their November meeting. The entire budget can be found at www.HRCAonline.org under Community News.

The budget will also be in the January 2013 Newsletter. eME - Have you ever wondered how to get more information about what’s happening in Highlands Ranch between HRCA Newsletters? Simply go to the HRCA’s web site and click on the e-ME icon in the "Keep up to date" section. The e-newsletter provides helpful reminders about community events, delivers information on new or special programs, and supplies timely information about important issues in the community.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAY IN HIGHLANDS RANCH - Join in our hometown holiday spirit by attending a plethora of fun and festive events in December. For a complete listing of holiday activities, check out pages four and five and then look for the Holiday Happenings link on the home page of our web site. You are sure to see Santa and his reindeer right here in the Ranch. who plows the snow? - One of the best kept secrets in the county is the positive

Recreation Center at Northridge

outcome of citizen involvement in keeping roads and sidewalks safe during winter weather

8801 Broadway

months. This partnership is the shared responsibility between Douglas County, the Metro

Facility Hours: M-Th: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

District, and you, the residents. Thank you for doing your part and clearing sidewalks and

F: 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

driveways.

Sa. & Su: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Eastridge 9568 University Blvd.

Facility Hours: M-F 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Westridge 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd.

2013 FACILITY CLOSURE SCHEDULE - Each year, the Board of Directors adopts a closure schedule for specific holidays and facility maintenance. For the 2013 closures, go to the web site home page for a link to the closures calendar.

GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS - Give an HRCA gift card this holiday season. Recipients can use it to take classes or lessons, stock up on Highlands Ranch gear, buy Highlands Ranch note cards, or purchase the new 2013 Community Calendar. We have plenty of options to make your shopping simpler. Go to the Community tab on the home page of our web site, then click on Community Pride for a selection of items.

Facility Hours: M-F 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year from the HRCA!

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Southridge 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd.

Facility Hours: M-F 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Copyright ©2012 Highlands Ranch Community Association, Inc. All rights reserved.

Permission is required to redistribute, reproduce, modify or republish information from Highlands Ranch Community Association, Inc, in print or electronically.

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Quarterly Assessments

First Quarter Assessments in the amount of $127 are due January 1, 2013.

Assure your payment is never late by using the HRCA direct debit payment program.

Please visit our web site at www.hrcaonline.org for more information on this handy tool. For any questions regarding your account, please call 303-791-8958.

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cOMMUNITY news holiday lighting & decorations

H o u s e D e c o r a t i ng Contest deadline

All lighting and decorations may be put up 30 days prior to the holiday, and then must be removed within 30 days following the holiday. So remember when climbing on the roof on a sunny day in early December, you will have to be up on that same roof in January to take them down. Please be careful.

Snow Rem oval The HRCA removes snow from its own property, and Douglas County is responsible for snow removal on most public or private streets in Highlands Ranch. Trails and sidewalks

If you enjoy decorating your home’s

along major arterials or streets are the responsibility of the Highlands Ranch Metro District.

exterior and want to be recognized

As homeowners, we are responsible for snow removal on our sidewalks and driveways.

for your efforts, enter your house

Douglas County has an ordinance that requires homeowners to remove snow from

today! Wells Fargo will award $200

sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of the snow storm. If you have any questions, visit our

for first place, $100 for second place,

web site and click on Community News to learn what organization is responsible for snow

and $50 for third place! Turn in your

removal in your neighborhood.

entry form with a digital photo by

HRCA 2013 ADOPTED BUDGET

5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 for the Holiday House

The HRCA 2013 Adopted Budget was approved at the November 2012 Board of

Decorating Contest. The address and

Directors meeting. The budget is available online at www.HRCAonline.org under

submitted photo of each entry will

Community News.

be posted on a web site map. The

SURVEY SAYS...

community will choose the winners by

The 2012 HRCA Survey is complete and the results are posted on the HRCA web site. Many thanks to the selected recipients for their participation. The data that we collected from the surveys is very valuable and will be used by the HRCA Board of Directors for future planning. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts

voting online December 10-14. Please have all lights on at 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. each evening. The winners will be announced by December 17.

with the HRCA.

cars for charity

If you have questions, call 303-4718821. (Decorations may be placed

Now is the time to donate your vehicle and get a

thirty days prior to the holiday and

year-end tax deduction! Vehicles in any condition are

must be removed thirty days after.)

accepted, free towing and title services are available, and 100% of the net proceeds benefit the Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship Fund (HRCSF) or the Cultural Affairs Association (CAA). Visit www.HRCAonline.org/ cars for details. Your generosity enables the CAA to offer cultural events to our

B o a r d U p d at e s

community and the HRCSF to present scholarships to deserving Highlands Ranch

The November Board Meeting Motions

students.

are available at www.HRCAonline.org.

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ranch updates New activity Gu ide

W i n t e r B i rt h d ay Pa rt i e s Celebrate your child's special day on the indoor turf at Westridge!

Beat the cold weather with action-packed customized indoor turf activities and decorated "themed" party rooms. Our staff will help you create an event to remember.

HRCA Activity Guide • January - April 2013

Planning a team event? Our indoor turf and party rooms are the perfect for making it an event to remember that everyone will enjoy.

Call now for details and booking: 720-348-8267.

Activity Guide. The Guide is full of information about upcoming community events, classes, programs, and more! Find some fun things to do and beat the winter blues.

last minute Gift ideas

and Buster, will pull you, your friends, and family into the Backcountry Wilderness Area. Warm up at a campfire and roast marshmallows, or just enjoy the ride. We can tailor the ride to suit your fancy. If there is no snow, then we will simply use our hay wagon.

Choose your own date and time by contacting 303-471-7078 or eric.grover@ hrcaonline.org or “like” us on facebook at www.facebook.com/HRCABackcountry to get notification when we get snow and can offer sleigh rides.

Get to know our draft team better by taking a look at our new video showcasing our ©Copyright 2013

for the new January-April 2013

Book a sleigh ride and our team of draft horses, Bella

Highlands Ranch Community Association www.HRCAonline.org 303-791-2500

Watch your mailbox this month

b a c k c o u n t ry s l e i g h r i d e s

100% of proceeds from the sale of this calendar benefits the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association

Building a lifestyle that you want to live!

hayrides at www.HRCAonline.org/backcountry. Bella and Buster star in this beautifully made piece featuring the Backcountry Wilderness Area.

2013 Com mun it y Cal en dar Highlands Ranch, Colorado 2013

Highlands Ranch 2013 Remember, we have a variety of great gift ideas for everyone on your list. From HRCA Gift Cards and Highlands Ranch Pro Shop items to Arts Festival prints and notecards. For details and more

Enjoy the unique beauty of Highlands Ranch all year long with the 2013 Highlands Ranch Community Calendar. The vibrant colors of every season are captured in this community favorite. The calendar includes information each month on community events, programs, facility closures, and more! Purchase your

2013 Highlands Ranch Community Calendar today at any recreation center for just $5. Two sizes are available and they make a great holiday gift.

gift ideas, visit www.HRCAonline. org. Under the Community Tab, click Community Pride.

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upcoming events

winter market

h o l i d a y T e dd y B e a r T e a Join us for a very special Holiday Teddy Bear Tea. In addition to a tea party with all the trimmings, you and your little one will also enjoy a teddy bear book nook, tasty treats, beverages, and a delightful musical show.

Saturday, December 8 • 10:30 a.m. - noon • Southridge, Debus Wildcat Mountain Auditorium • Tickets: $11 Member, $15 Program Guest, $15 for everyone day of event if not sold out. • No

The malls can become frantic with

one under two please

the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping. So beat the crowds by shopping at the HRCA’s Winter Market. This market is teaming

breakfast with santa Sleigh-loads of holiday cheer for all good little girls and boys! Kick off your holiday with a pancake breakfast, crafts, letters to Santa, a small gift for each child and you can even meet Santa!

Remember to bring your camera for a photo with Santa.

Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Saturday, December 15 • 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.. • Eastridge, Gym • Adult $11, Child $9

up with Denver Farmers’ Market to bring you unusual gift ideas, handmade items, and traditional Christmas foods for that special gift or holiday meal.

So, bundle up and take a leisurely stroll through the outdoor market stalls of Colorado farmers and crafters. You’re sure to find something that will make your

• Hanukkah Happening – Saturday, December 16, noon - 3:00 p.m. at Northridge. This year’s celebration features music, games, prizes, food, and entertainment for all ages!

Call 303-470-6652 to request an invitation.

• Showtime at Southridge - Holiday Concert – Friday, December 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Southridge. Come enjoy the sounds of the season as The Highlands Ranch Swing Shift Band performs classic holiday favorites!

• Winter Cultural Series – Thursdays, January 10, January 17, February 7, & February

holiday warm and inviting for your family and friends!

For more information visit www.

HRCAonline.org or call 303-7912500.

Saturday & Sunday, December 1516 • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. • Town

14, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Cherry Hills Community Church. We kick of this popular

Center North (Winter Market)

series with Cleo Parker Robinson Dance on January 10 followed by Metropolitan Jazz

• Town Center South (Farmers'

Orchestra on January 17. Discounts tickets available.

Market) • Free

Please check the web site for the most current event information.

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recreation aquatics/sports/fitness SWIM LESSONS SA V E LI V ES

7 t h A N N UAL H RCA F IT N ESS C H ALLE N G E The 7th Annual HRCA Fitness Challenge encourages participants to aggressively loose those holiday pounds while reshaping for that Spring Break body!

The challenge runs eight weeks, January through March. Participate as an individual or sign up as a couple. Winners are determined by the total percentage of body weight lost during the eight-week period. As a reward for completing the challenge, all participants are invited to attend our recognition cocktail party the week after the challenge. For more information, check out the Fitness Section of the January-April 2013 Activity Guide or call 303-471-7048.

N E W ! 3 0 D AY U N LI M ITE D A B SOLUTELY F IT B OOT CA M P P ASS We now offer a 30 day unlimited Absolutely Fit Boot Camp pass, good for unlimited Absolutely Fit Boot Camp classes for 30 days from date of purchase. Try these rigorous, unique workouts which include running, pushups, stair climbing, and more. The pass may be purchased at any recreation center for $80 Member, $92 Guest for ages 13 and up. For more information,

Registration is now open for January-April swim lessons. Call 303-791-2500, stop by any recreation center, or enroll online at www.HRCAonline.org. Why choose HRCA? • Smaller class sizes offer the highest quality lesson for the beginner levels.

• Longer class times mean more time in the water for improved performance.

• No other program in the area provides a qualified instructor on deck to answer parents' questions and ensure quality and safety at every lesson.

• A variety of lesson times and locations make it easy to work into your busy schedule.

• Swim lessons at the HRCA are fun! Swimming skills last a lifetime.

For more information, contact losborne@hrcaonine.org or call 303-471-8867.

FALCON SPORTS CAMP Spend winter break with us at our multi-sports camp. This camp for ages 7-12 offers the perfect opportunity to explore a wide variety of sports and other fun “school yard” games.

Falcon Camps provide a safe and positive athletic environment that emphasizes critical lessons such as sportsmanship and teamwork. Join us December 24-28 or December 31-January 4, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Westridge Turf. Camp will not be held on December 25 or January 1.

B OYS WINTER B ASKET B ALL Registration for our winter season is going on now. This league for grades 1-8 features one weekly practice with games on Saturdays. The season begins the week of January 7.

Volunteer coaches are needed.

WINTER B REAK TENNIS CAMPS Keep the kids busy over the holidays with Winter Break Tennis Camp! The HRCA is offering two junior tennis camps for kids aged 7-13. Both three-day fundamental camps improve and refine existing skills and include swimming. Bring a tennis racket, tennis shoes, water bottle, snack, swimsuit, and towel. The camps are December 26-28 and January 2-4 at Northridge Tennis Pavilion.

Call 303-471-8940 for more information, or to register for one or both camps.

Hip Hop Dance Class t h e r a p e u t i c r e c r e a t i o n f o r S P ECIAL N EE D S Brought to you in partnership with Streetside South dance training studio, this class provides a fun environment where ages 5 and up can enjoy dance together on Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Monthly or seasonal registration is available. For information visit www.HRCAonline. org/tr or contact 303-471-7043 or summer.aden@hrcaonline.org. Join our volunteer team!

We’re currently looking for those interested in helping with our current program offerings.

call 303-471-7048.

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education youth & adult H o l i d ay C l a s s e s f o r Y o u r T o t With the holidays approaching, consider enrolling your child

help younger children with pre-reading skills by following recipes,

in some fun and festive classes! For children ages 2½ - 4, join

and help older children with math skills by measuring ingredients.

them in a mom and me pottery class, Frosty Fun! Or try Winter

These fun winter classes will inspire some holiday kitchen magic

Wonderland for your 3-4 year old. Both classes are a great way

for your children.

to exercise your child’s shape recognition, eye-hand coordination,

If your child enjoys drawing and painting, give an outlet to explore

and pre-writing skills while making a fun clay project that will have their whimsical imaginations soaring.

favorite holiday themes like elves, the Menorah, and reindeer. This holiday program offered by Young Rembrandts for children ages

If your child likes to be in the kitchen, try the mom and me

4-6 is a great place to explore their artistic side while creating

Wonderful Winter cooking class at Southridge. Children ages 5-9

holiday works of art! For more information on any of these

will enjoy the Winter Marvels classes after school. These classes

programs, call 303-471-8853.

plan now for School Break Camps Children will soon be out of school for winter break so get your

with LEGO® for 8-12 year olds. These

child enrolled in some fun activities! For a full day program, try

popular programs will keep your child

the Southridge Day Camp. Kids swim, cook, make pottery and art

engaged and having fun over break. For

projects, play in the gym, and go on a field trip each week. Fill out

your little tykes, try Tumbling Camp on

the paperwork at www.hrcaonline.org/daycamp if they have not

Thursday and Friday each week of break from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30

attended yet this year.

p.m. This three-hour program for 3-7 year olds gives them space

If you are looking for a half-day program, consider the PreEngineering LEGO® camp for 5-7 year olds or Green Engineering

to move, tumble, and make holiday crafts. For more information on any of these programs, call 303-471-8928.

B a h H u m b u g s ta g e p e r f o r m a n c e The students of KidStage will perform the

This is a great opportunity for your child to see kids performing

holiday classic, Bah Humbug, on

and be inspired to try the stage as well. It also makes a wonderful

December 20, 6:30 p.m. at Southridge.

activity for families on a cold December night. Hot cocoa and

Space is limited, so pick up your free

cookies will be available at concessions for a small fee, so come

tickets from any registration desk today.

and warm up with us! For more information call 303-471-8853.

P r e s c h o o l P r e p at e a s t r i d g e a n d w e s t r i d g e Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding learning experience

computers and drama activities all related to a weekly theme.

for your 3-5 year old? Consider the HRCA Preschool program

When combined with our preschool classes, this option provides

offered at both Eastridge and Westridge. We have a variety of

full-day child-care. We also have a full-day option for your toddler

classes to accommodate your family’s schedule. We also have

available at Eastridge. For more information call the Eastridge office

openings in our Enrichment program that give your child the

at 303-471-8814 or the Westridge office at 720-348-8213.

opportunity to swim, do art, pottery, music, science, cooking, yoga,

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December 15 - Eastridge basketball courts closed until 4:00 p.m. for Breakfast with Santa.

December 24 - All recreation centers closed at 5:00 p.m. for Christmas Eve. December 25 - All recreation centers closed for Christmas Day. December 31 - All recreation centers closed at 5:00 p.m. for New Year's Eve. Check the web site for the most up-to-date closure information.

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December|events

community partners

For event details, see page 5 or visit HRCAonline.org

December 3

Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m.

December 5

House Decorating Contest Entry Deadline

December 10-14 House Decorating Contest Public Voting December 7

Hometown Holiday & Sparkling Wine Tasting

December 8

Holiday Teddy Bear Tea

December 11

Delegate & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m.

December 14 Showtime at Southridge - Holiday Concert December 15

Breakfast with Santa

December 15-16 Winter Market December 16

Hanukkah Happening

* These meetings are open to our members.

The HRCA’s ability to bring events to Highlands Ranch is made possible in part by our Community Partners, the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA), and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).