HRCA News June 2012

|News June 2012

Enhancing property values and creating quality of life through recreation, community events and leadership

June 2012

F R E E S UMM E R CONC E RT S Summer is here! There is no need to travel far for fun family entertainment. You can enjoy a variety of free outdoor concerts and performances right here in the Ranch. Visit www.HRCAonline.org/ events for details.

Spotlight on the Plaza - Join us the first Wednesday of each month during the summer as we showcase a different artist to perform a free concert at the Town Center North Plaza, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

June 6

Smokin’ Joe & Bob Cooke (Classic Rock/Blues)

July 4 Eclipse (Journey cover band) August 1

Down by Daybreak (Pop/Punk)

Summer Concert Series - This festive family concert series features the best of local bands. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the music at Highland Heritage Regional Park, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

June 7

Margarita Brothers (Surf Rock)

July 5

FACE (A Capella)

June 14 Swing Essence (Big Band/Swing)

July 12 Soul School (R&B)

June 21 The Nacho Men (Rock N’ Roll)

July 19 Black Water Band (Doobie Brothers)

June 28 Deja Blu (Variety/Dance)

July 26 Opie Gone Bad (Funk N’ Roll)

Culture on the Green - This series pairs cultural performances with a beautiful outdoor setting for an experience that is sure to delight all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner for a great summer evening at Civic Green Park, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

June 8

Pan Jumbies

July 13

Colorado Renaissance Festival

Aug 24

Mile Hi Banjo Society

c o m m u n i t y P O RTA L The Highlands Ranch Community Portal has been created in a joint effort between the HRCA and the Highlands Ranch Metro District. The portal is an online resource that provides hundreds of links to community information and Highlands Ranch service providers. It offers 24 hour online access to information about a wide variety of local resources, community events, and programs.

Check it out at www.highlandsranch.com.

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Jerry flannery

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CEO and general manager

is published monthly by the Highlands Ranch Community

Aaaahhh, summer! School is out and the event calendar is now

Association, Inc.

full of family fun for all: outdoor sporting events, hikes with family and friends, picnic lunches, and vacations! If you are looking for

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

things to do this summer, simply visit www.hrcaonline.org and see all the choices you have. You can just Staycation Highlands Ranch!

Events and more events - June represents our second month into a busy summer season of events. Check our web site often to track all of our upcoming programs this summer. A sampling of some of the fun for this month is listed on page five of this newsletter. I would specifically like to call your attention to a couple of great community events that you should try to catch this summer: • Higher temperatures mean that crops are growing and will be harvested. Starting last

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

month and running through late October, Highlands Ranch is host to a great Farmers’

9568 University Blvd.

and Street Market! So come to Town Center on Sundays,10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and

303-791-8958 RECREATION FACILITIES 303-791-2500 Recreation Center at Northridge 8801 Broadway

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

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

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.

purchase a plethora of products, and produce from Colorado farms.

• Beautiful Colorado evenings provide the opportunity to relax and listen to music throughout the summer. The Summer Concert Series, one of our community’s most well-known summer events, is on Thursday evenings in June and July from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Check out all our concerts and performances listed on page one.

Weeds - Just as veggies grow in the summer, so do weeds. Everyone is doing such a great job in keeping them down this year, but they are always a challenge. Please pay special attention to their elimination so we all can continue to make Highlands Ranch a beautiful place to live, work, and play!

HRCA Organization - A number of changes have occurred in the last few months

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

with the HRCA that are intended to add more efficiencies in how we serve you!

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

Most will be invisible but they are intended to address a more coordinated approach between programs and facilities to ensure that you have a great experience when

Recreation Center at Westridge 9650 Foothills Canyon 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 Southridge 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd.

thoroughly and do our best to implement them for the betterment of the entire community! Please ask for the green “suggestion card” at the membership desk of each facility and submit your suggestions. I assure you they are read by a number of people including me.

Have a great summer!

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.

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you come to recreate with your family members. We review all of your suggestions

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Quarterly Assessments change

The HRCA’s payment mailing address has changed. If you make your payments through your bank by electronic bill pay, make sure you update the address to the following: HRCA, PO Box 910843, Denver, CO 80291-0843

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cOMMUNITY news c o n s u m e r a l e rt

Beware if a solicitor shows up at your door and tells you your house is out of compliance with HRCA covenants. They may claim you need a new roof, that they saw a problem with the trim rotting, or that you have landscaping issues. This is a scam. The HRCA does not go door to door. You will receive a letter if you need to bring your property into compliance. These people do not represent the HRCA Covenants Compliance Department. If you have questions or concerns please call the HRCA Covenant Department at 303-471-8821.

GO Pa p e r l e s s The HRCA is now offering an alternative way for you to receive your invoices, Newsletter, and Activity Guide. This initiative supports our “greening” efforts and can save thousands of dollars in production and postage costs in the future. Here’s how it works: • Check the invoice mailed to your home this month. There is a red box with your personal account number and password.

• Use this information to login to the HRCA Online Billing & Communication options on our web site at www.hrcaonline.org/paperlessoptions.

• At this site, you can opt out of receiving your paper invoice by signing up for direct debit and indicating that you wish to receive future invoices via email. You can also choose to receive the HRCA Newsletter and Activity Guide via email link.

• Lastly, you can subscribe to the HRCA e-ME eblast to receive valuable real-time information about our community.

The options are simple and can save you time while being environmentally responsible. We hope you help us go green and take the paperless option.

scholarship AWARDS ceremony The 2012 Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship awards ceremony was April 30 where 20 graduating seniors received $1,000 scholarships. The Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who reside in or attend school in Highlands Ranch. Recipients are selected based on criteria that includes academics and a component for volunteer service in the community and at school. For more information, visit www.HRCAonline.org/HRCSF.

B o ar d u p d at es The May Board Meeting Motions are available at www.HRCAonline.org.

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committee openings Join us and make a difference in your community. The HRCA has openings on these homeowner volunteer committees: Tribunal - Hears appeals of Architectural Committee rulings on non-compliance issues or improvements to property.

Recommendations of the Tribunal are based on compliance to governing documents and are forwarded to the Board of Directors.

Architectural Committee - Comprised of homeowners with expertise in home improvement and construction. They meet to review plan-sets and submittals made by homeowners to assure they comply with HRCA Residential Improvement Guidelines.

Finance Committee - Assists the Board of Directors with financial operations of the Association including monthly review of financial statements, investments, annual budget and audit review.

Development Review Committee - An advisory committee to the HRCA Board of Directors that reviews development plans in Highlands Ranch and areas adjacent to the community.

Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship Fund Committee - Participates in the selection of scholarship recipients.

Committee members review student applications for selection and support volunteer efforts in fund raising and event participation.

To apply please send resume, letter of interest, completed application, and conflict of interest form to contact@hrcaonline.org.

To download the forms, visit the web site and click on Community News.

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ranch updates art

encounters

July 4th Parade & celebration – We Want you!

Show your community pride and showcase your business or organization by participating in the HRCA July 4th Parade and Celebration. Parade entry forms must be submitted by June 8. Or, be part of the Celebration with a booth. Vendor applications are due by June 15. For details and forms visit www.HRCAonline.org/vendors.

summer FUN programs If you do not get out and get active this summer, it will not be due to lack of opportunities.

Art Encounters is a year-long

We are offering something for everyone this summer, so come out and enjoy with us!

• The Backcountry first annual Community Campout is June 9. With 40 tent sites available

outdoor sculpture exhibit designed

and a host of activities planned, it’s a great way to introduce your family to camping.

to promote public interest in art

We are also offering a variety of firearms safety classes at the Law Enforcement Training

that showcases sculptures, in various

Facility to ensure a safe, responsible experience if you choose to use firearms. Our full

media and styles, displayed in

day Youth Camps’ focus is on fun, education, and outdoor experience. And, don’t forget

Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Lone

our horseback trail rides, hay rides, bird hikes, and raptor, owl, and insect surveys.

Tree, and Parker.

This year’s program features 21 sculptures and will be displayed from June 2012 to June 2013.

All pieces are available for purchase.

Eight sculptures will be displayed in Highlands Ranch.

The public is encouraged to visit each of the exhibits in each jurisdiction and then vote on a favorite on the Douglas County web site at www.douglas.co.us/ artencounters.

Visit www.HRCAonline.org/caa for locations of the new pieces in Highlands Ranch and throughout the

• The HRCA’s New Mountain Bike Race Series might be for you. Enjoy the beautiful HRCA Backcountry and Douglas County Trails on these great new courses. Mark your progress and improve your times by participating in all six races throughout the summer.

• Team sports are a great way to reinforce good sportsmanship, encourage activity, learn teamwork, and create lifelong friendships. The HRCA Falcons Summer Sports Camp offers the perfect opportunity to explore a wide variety of sports during the week.

• Our Youth Camps get the kids involved in a fun and exciting way! Drama Camps encourage your child to take the stage. Science Matters Camps are designed to spark a child’s creative genius.

• For the adult and kid runner, there are plenty of race opportunities this summer. The HRCA has adult and kid triathlons: the Tune Up Triathlon on June 9 and Splash Mash Dash Triathlon on August 11. Both are great ways to get the whole family out for a day of fun and fitness.

batting Cages New Summer Hours The Batting Cages at Westridge are open Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Visit www.HRCAonline.org/battingcages for information on new summer promotions including the special Early Bird Saturday morning hours.

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upcoming events

classic car show

l o l l i p o pA l o o z a Join us for this summer kids’ event filled with everything fun and fabulous! The Recreation Center at Westridge will turn into a kid’s playhouse with everything from special batting cage games, dunk tanks, inflatables, games, prizes, and more! Join us! Tickets may be purchased at the registration desk on the day of the event.

Friday, June 29 • noon - 3:00 p.m. • Westridge • Tickets $5

Cars, trucks, and motorcycles of all ages, makes, and models converge again in Highlands Ranch for the 12th year of the Classic Car Show. Enjoy the cars, music, food, and fun this

hrca farmers’ & street markets

year at the Cherry Hills Community

The HRCA Farmers’ Market and Street Market have grown

Church southwest parking lot, 3900

into the area’s finest. These adjacent markets offer

Grace Blvd. Admission is free. The

everything from kitchen gadgets to the freshest foods in

cost is $15 to enter a car in advance

Colorado! Find a one-of-a-kind item you can’t live without

or $20 the day of the show. We are

or purchase fresh pasta, bread, fruits and vegetables. The

still accepting vehicle applications.

markets are truly a one-stop shop. You may pick up a

Forms are available at any HRCA

Colorado Farm Fresh Directory at any recreation facility to learn which months

recreation center or visit www.

produce is in season. Visit www.HRCAonline.org/events for a list of vendors.

hrcaonline.org/vendors.

Sundays, Through October 28 • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. • Town Center South

Saturday, June, 16 • 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. • Cherry Hills Community Church parking lot • Free to the

w o r l d ’ s l a r g e s t s w i mm i ng l e s s o n & pool safely day

public • $15-$20 to register a vehicle

The Worlds Largest Swimming Lesson and Pool Safely Day is coming to Highlands Ranch. The HRCA is joining with over 20,000 kids at waterparks, pools and aquatic facilities around the globe to host local swim lessons simultaneously in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record and to spread the word that swimming lessons save lives. This community outreach was created to encourage, educate, and develop pool safety and drowning prevention skills to our members.

Thursday, June 14 • 9:00 a.m. • Westridge Outdoor Pool Please check the web site for the most current event information.

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T u n e Up T r i a t h l o n & Kids’ Triathlon The adult triathlon is a sprint distance starting at 6:00 a.m. The Kids’ Triathlon, at noon, is a great way to introduce kids to the sport. After the race, stick around for giveaways, awards, and as always a great post-race party.

Saturday, June 9 • Westridge • www.HighlandsRanchRaceSeries.com

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recreation aquatics/sports/fitness IN FA NT S W IM R E S OU R C E Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) is a comprehensive program which integrates swimming skills that are developmentally appropriate for young children, teaching them to save their own lives, while building the confidence that can lead to a lifetime of fun in and around the water. For more than 40 years, ISR has successfully provided self-rescue skills training to more than 175,000 infants and young children with a 100 percent safety TR X S u s p e n s i o n T r a i n i ng C l a s s e s TRX® Suspension Training® is a revolutionary total-body fitness program that uses gravity against an individual’s own body weight to simultaneously develop strength, balance, flexibility,

record. Infants six to 12 months learn to hold their breath under water, roll onto their back, and float unassisted. Children one to three years old learn how to hold their breath underwater, swim with their head down, and roll onto their back to float. For more information or to schedule, contact 303-330-8602 or j.potter@infantswim.com.

TH E R A P E UTIC R E C R E ATION F O R S P E CI A L N E E D S

and core stability. The All Fitness Levels

Lose The Training Wheels™, for ages 8 and up, is more than just

TRX® Suspension Training® Class

a bike-riding program. For children with disabilities, riding a bike

includes a warm up and a stretch cooldown at the end. This class is open to both beginners and those familiar with suspension training. Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. at Eastridge.

In t r o d u c t o r y youth Tae Kwon Do Introductory Tae Kwon Do classes

may be a seemingly impossible task, but with assistance it can typically be mastered in less than a week. Within days of learning to ride, many children exhibit other new independent behaviors for the first time. This achievement creates a gateway of opportunity, helping children gain assurance and self-reliance. Several sessions are available Monday-Friday, June 18-22 at Eastridge. A required Family Orientation is Sunday, June 17 at 4:30 p.m. Scholarships are available. Volunteers ages 16 and older are needed daily for each session. For more information and to register or volunteer, contact 303-471-7043 or summer.aden@HRCAonline.org.

are once a week at Southridge and do not require the purchase of a uniform.

Classes are designed to allow children to try the sport before enrolling in the general program. Tae Kwon Do teaches life skills and emphasizes personal achievement. Introductory classes are not a prerequisite for other Tae Kwon Do curriculum.

Call 303-471-8851 for more Fitness/

N E W ! YOUTH R A C Q U E TB A L L C A M P S The HRCA’s new youth racquetball camps focus on basic rules, technique, safety, and etiquette for junior players ages 7-15.

Racquetball Pro Bill Fearing will help junior players get started in a sport that is fun and provides great exercise! Racquetball campers will meet in the mornings either twice or three times a week.

Camps are 55 minutes and camp sessions are either two or three weeks long. The first session begins Monday, June 4. For specific session dates and times call 949-510-2989 or visit www.hrcaonline.org/racquetball.

Martial Arts information.

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education youth & adult If y o u B u i l d I t … L E GO ® c a m ps a n d m o re This summer, the HRCA has a wealth of fun and exciting opportunities for your child. Our LEGO® camps are a great way to get your child excited about using math and engineering skills while they learn to build a variety of different things. This month we are offering Flight Club, which is a week-long camp for 7-11 year olds who are interested in building and experimenting with airplanes, helicopters, parachutes, and rockets. Or, if your child enjoys remote control cars, we have an afternoon camp just for them to explore racing cars, stadium trucks, rock crawlers, and drift cars. We also offer Pre-Engineering with LEGO®,

Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO®, Jedi Engineering, Jedi Masters and Sports Bots all summer long. These great programs engage your child’s mind and problem solving skills while allowing them to explore with a variety of LEGO® activity centers. All camps are facilitated by Play-Well TEKnologies and are 9:00 a.m.

- noon or 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Eastridge and Westridge. These are popular camps that fill quickly, so you don’t want to miss out. For more information, call 303-471-8818.

Bea k er a n d Bar o m e t er F u n f o r j u n i o r s c i e n t i s t s Do your children enjoy mixing things up to see what happens?

Are they naturally curious? This summer, the HRCA offers a variety of new science camps with Science Matters that will have them indulging their inquisitive side. Consider enrolling them in Amusement Park Science to build circuits and rides of their very own while harnessing gravity to construct a roomsized roller-coaster. Or, enroll them in Leonardo’s Toy Chest

for the opportunity to make their very own toys like clockwork cars and pinball machines. Blast Off Rockets is also a wonderful camp that gives your child the opportunity to explore the stars in their very own handmade planetarium. These camps are 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Westridge. For more information, call 303-471-8818.

S u m m er T h eat re Happe n i n g s If your child enjoys being dramatic, we have the perfect program.

KidStage, a nationally recognized children’s theatre company, is offering a variety of theatre classes and camps this summer.

Consider enrolling your child in The Heroic Robin Hood, ages 5-8; Twinderella, ages 9-12; Hairy Tale Rock – The Story of Rapunzel, ages 7-14; and our summer break week-long camps, Pinocchio

and Wonka, ages 5-12. Classes and camps are at Southridge and culminate in a wonderful performance for parents and friends.

This is a great way to get your child comfortable speaking in front of others, developing a sense of self, and learning how to work with a group while they make friends. For more information on these popular programs, call 303-471-8853.

Ge t a S u m m er J o b . . . lear n b a b y s i t t i n g s k i lls If your child enjoys being around young children and is looking to start a babysitting business, consider enrolling in our HeartSmart Babysitting classes this summer. The programs include an overview of infant/child CPR, choking protocols,

and basic first aid. A manual and certificate are included. Classes are at Northridge. For more information, call 303-471-8818.

S u m m er C h ef Ca m ps f o r l i t t le c o o k s Get your children interested in the kitchen by enrolling them in our popular summer break Chef’s Camps. Each month there is a different theme. This camp is a great way to expose your child

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to fun in the kitchen. Other cooking classes are also offered throughout the summer for all ages. For more information, call 303-471-8853.

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HRCA outdoor pools hours Northridge - Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday, 6:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Southridge - Daily, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Eastridge - Daily, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Westridge - Daily, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Facility closures June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 - Northridge Outdoor Pools closed 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

June 9 - Westridge Indoor Pool closed 6:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Check the web site for the most up-to-date closure information.

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community partners

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

June 6 Spotlight on the Plaza - Smokin’ Joe June 7 Summer Concert Series - The Margarita Brothers June 8 Culture on the Green - Pan Jumbies June 9 Tune Up Sprint Triathlon & Kids’ Triathlon June 9

1st Annual Backcountry Community Campout

June 11

Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m.

June 14

World’s Largest Swimming Lesson/Pool Safely Day

June 14 Summer Concert Series - Swing Essence June 16 Classic Car Show June 19 Delegate & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m.

June 21 Summer Concert Series - The Nacho Men June 28 Summer Concert Series - Deja Blu June 29 Lollipopalooza * These meetings are at Eastridge and 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).