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It's April and we've gone exploring. This month ushers in a new season, new beginnings, a new frame of mind. You'll likely find some warm days to get outside, rake the winter off your yard and plan for the warm months to come. And here's to hoping you take time to explore beyond your yard. There are a multitude of diverse spots around town to discover, whether it is a new restaurant with a great patio to enjoy with friends and family, a hiking trail to take in nature and the surrounding scenery or a niche boutique hotel for a relaxing staycation. We would love to hear from you about your favorite hidden gems in town and your go-to travel destinations, so drop us a line or share it with us on Facebook or Instagram. Send us photos of your springtime explorations and we'll publish them in next month's City Scene. We hope that the destinations and creative businesses featured this month spark your imagination on how to launch into your own springtime exploring. Here is to a happy spring full of adventure, peace and sunshine. We'll see you on the patio!
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The Rotary Club of Highlands Ranch, along with UC Health, will host a free paint and electronics recycling event from 9am - 2pm, Saturday May 7 in the UC Health Highlands Ranch Hospital's NE parking lot. Donations will be accepted to support the worthy causes and projects to which the rotary club assists. The Rotary Club is a service organization that believes in "Service Above Self" with a passion to give back locally and globally. rotaryclubhr.org
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Summer is coming, and now’s the time to register for camp! Kids ages 4-12 can explore cooking, coding, science, engineering, art, LEGO building, and more at Camp DCL, June 6-August 5. Weeklong half-day camps are available at six Douglas County Libraries locations, including Lone Tree and Highlands Ranch; full-day camps are available at select locations. Spaces are filling up fast— check out the available camps and register at DCL.org/camp-dcl.
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Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery's Dr. Jeremy Williams traveled to Al Ain, Abu Dhabi where he spoke on breast reconstruction options and opened a women’s breast cancer screening center at Kanad Hospital. When breast cancer screening is introduced into a community that has not had access to it previously, it can decrease the death rate from breast cancer by 70%. This is one of many charitable efforts both Dr. Jeremy Williams and Dr. Christopher Williams support.
The Northwest Douglas County Chamber announced its Business of the Year award winners at the annual breakfast on March 4, sponsored by Seven Stones Botanical Gardens Cemetery. The winners are:
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Great Outdoors ARTICLE BY ELIZABETH WATSON
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TRAVIS CARROLL
SPRING CAMPING ALONG THE FRONT RANGE
Our proximity to stunningly beautiful, but at times staggeringly cold mountain campsites has contributed to a flourishing RV culture. According to Whitney Holtz, President of local Windish RV, “Interest in RVing has increased exponentially over the last few years. We’ve seen more and more people choose RVing as a safe, socially distant family vacation.” If you are eager to get your RV, trailer or tent out of storage and can’t wait for the warmer months, here are low elevation camping options in our amazing state. Pawnee National Grassland, 32 miles northeast of Greeley. Elevation 4,800. Bird watching, trails and star gazing. recreation.gov Cherry Creek State Park. Elevation 5,500. Boating, swimming, and bike trails that connect to the visitors center and beach area. cpwshop.com Lake Pueblo, 10 miles west of Pueblo. Elevation 4,900. With 60 miles of shoreline and 10,000 acres of land, recreation options are plentiful. www.cpw.state.co.us It’s important to note that while winter camping in Colorado is available, most of the campground services close for winter. So enjoy. Stay warm. Or enjoy being cold. It’s truly about the experience of being out there.
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APRIL 2022
events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
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Highlands Ranch Farmers Market Returns
H IG HLAN DS R AN CH TOWN CE NT E R HRCA partners with Denver Farmers’ Market to bring local, fresh goods to Highlands Ranch residents. The season starts with a plethora of sauces, pastas, flowers, breads, and more. As produce comes in-season, this outdoor market explodes with all the colors, smells, and varieties of Colorado’s bounty. Enjoy locally grown, farm-fresh produce and so much more!
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HRCA Easter Egg Hunt
NORTHR IDG E PARK Hop on over for the annual Easter Egg Hunt! Remember to bring your basket to collect all the goodies to take home. There will be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny! It’s a family event with a hunt for children ages one to nine years old. Parking is limited and the hunt begins at 10:00 a.m. This event is FREE!
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Lone Tree Arts Center show 2
LON E TREE ARTS CEN TER The Mayhem Poets are among the nation’s best spoken word performers. Called “an amazing ride” by The New York Times, this mind-boggling performance was described as “The Simpsons meets Malcolm X at a Notorious B.I.G. concert.” These theater-trained, comically-gifted, lyrical virtuosos seamlessly blend raw elements of hip hop, theater, improv and stand-up comedy to tell gut-wrenching truths that leave audiences altered forever.
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Comedy Night
SOUTHR IDG E R ECR EATION CA NT E R Looking for a night out? Come to the Southridge Recreation Center for a comedy show and enjoy an evening of laughter and amusement. Performances by Terri Barton Gregg, Eddie from New York, Ryan Burmester, will be followed by headliner Christie Buchele. You don't want to miss this show, perfect for a date night or a comedy night with your friends. Cash bar available.
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Mat & Mimosas
PER FOR MIN G ARTS ACADEMY Unwind from your hectic week and start your weekend off right with an easy and reflective mat practice. This class will guide you through a yoga-based workout focused on engaging the core, relaxing the mind, and stretching the body.
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