The RidgeGate calendar of fun starts here.

Find information and tickets at https://minersalley.com/the-oldestboy/.

Visit the desert with Kenzie Sitterud at PlatteForum

PlatteForum’sresident artist, Kenzie Sitterud, is tapping into the rich cultural vein of the American West with their free exhibit, “To Dusk,” which runs through June 6 at theAnnex Gallery, 3575 Ringsby Court, Unit 103, in Denver.

According to provided information, “To Dusk” replicates the landscape of the Utah desert by mixing interior and exterior spaces, “natural resources and waste from acts of consumption.” Visit https://platteforum.org/ events/sitterudfor full details.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Fruit Bats at the Ogden Theatre

Yoga in the Park

ere’s a subtle art to making music that works best when played on a backyard patio during the summer, and on his latest album as Fruit Bats, singer/songwriter Eric D. Johnson has it gured out. Like the best of Fruit Bats, “A River Running to Your Heart” blends warmth with a wry sentimentalism that immediately makes for the project’s most welcoming release to date.

In support of the album, Fruit Bats will be stopping by the Ogden eatre, 935 E. Colfax Ave. in Denver, at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 19. ey’ll be joined by electronic nostalgia explorer Kolumbo. Buy tickets at www. axs.com.

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Join RidgeGate and South Suburban Parks and Recreation for free community yoga classes on the grass at the south end of Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and Belvedere Lane. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and towel to all classes. In case of heavy rain or lightning, class will be cancelled.

Tuesday, May 30th, 6:30-7:30pm

Tuesday, June 27th, 6:30-7:30pm

Guided Nature Hikes

Each year, RidgeGate teams up with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District to provide free, guided nature hikes. These hikes are led by professional naturalists from the district, and offer insight and education into the natural ecosystems within the open space at RidgeGate. Registration is required and available at RidgeGate.com

Sunday, May 21st, 8-9:30am – Nature Bingo

Saturday, June 3rd, 7:30-9pm – Strawberry Moon

Friday, June 16th, 6:30-8pm – Birds at Sunset

Monday, June 19th, 6-7:30pm – Juneteenth Commemorative Evening Walk

Summer Beats Concerts

Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities for kids. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District.

Thursday, June 15th, 6-8pm – Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts

Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center

RidgeGate is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Lone Tree Arts Center’s ‘Tunes on the Terrace’—an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Check out the full schedule and buy tickets at LoneTreeArtsCenter.org

Friday, June 23rd, 8pm – Six One Five Collective

Experience Historic Schweiger Ranch

The restoration of the 38-acre historic Schweiger Ranch, led by the Schweiger Ranch Foundation, gives us a glimpse into settlers’ lives. Today, the ranch is open to the public for self-guided visits and a variety of events throughout the year. Register for or learn more about these events online at SchweigerRanch.org

Saturday, May 20th, 9-11am – Natural Heritage Walking Tours with SSPRD (Spring Wildflowers)

Saturday, June 17th, 10-11am – Guided Public Tour

Saturday, June 17th, 7:30-9am – Natural Heritage Walking Tours with SSPRD (Birds of Schweiger Ranch)

A more natural approach to urbanism.

Saturday, June 17th, 6-8pm – Campfire Storytelling Series (The McDaileys)