February HRCA Newsletter 2014

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

February 2015

Seniors in Highlands Ranch Highlands Ranch has an ever growing population of individuals over 55, and there are plenty of organizations which provide a vast amount of programs, activities, and events especially designed for the active senior.

Whether you enjoy getting outside for a hike or stroll, or prefer sitting down to mingle over a game of cards, Highlands Ranch is a great place for seniors because you can find everything you’d ever want to do - right here in the Ranch.

The Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) offers everything from art, crocheting and pottery, to pickle ball, wellness and tennis. The Senior Club, located at the Recreation Center at Southridge, has a full slate of monthly programs including a senior luncheon every second Wednesday. This provides a wonderful opportunity for seniors to get together, connect, talk, and enjoy each other’s company. Senior games such as Canasta, Mahjong, Poker, RummiKub, and Bridge are offered Monday-Friday at the Southridge Senior Lounge.

We also offer AARP driving classes which are a great way to improve your comfort on the road. Don’t forget that on winter days when the parking lots are icy and the sidewalks are wet, you can pull in front of any recreation center, and ask the front desk to have your car valeted. We want you to feel comfortable and safe when you come to our buildings!

The Highlands Ranch Metro Districts also provides comprehensive senior resources, including housing information, caregiving, financial resources, referrals to senior-related services, and educational talks. They also coordinate the 50 & Better Together program to

Senior Resources Senior Club - Ron Winter, 303-791-1692 AARP Driving - Kathy Brady, 303-346-3834.

HRCA Activities - Heather Goetz-Zettl, 303-471-8818 HRMD Senior Resource - Jodie McCann, 720-240-4922

provide Highlands Ranch adults age 50+ with information, resources, activities, events, and lifelong learning opportunities which allow them to grow older with the greatest success and satisfaction. HRCA partners with the Metro District on two annual events: the Senior Field Day in June and the Health Fair in November.

Check out these senior resources and events, get involved, and make 2015 your best year yet!

2015 HRCA ELECTIONS BEGIN Get involved in our community and make a difference. The HRCA’s annual elections for Directors and District Delegates are approaching.

Directors are elected by District Delegates in March at the Annual Meeting of Delegates, and Delegates are elected by their district constituents in April. There are five Director positions, two of which are up for election this year. Directors serve two-year terms. Deadline for Director Candidate forms was January 30, and the submitted applications will be posted on the HRCA web site by February 4.

In April this year, Delegates will be elected for odd-numbered and vacant districts. See "Who is my Delegate?" article on page 3 or find out more by going to the web site at www.HRCAonline.org/Leadership.

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Jerry flannery

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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 303-471-8958 Scott Lemmon Brock Norris Melissa Park Jeff Suntken Dennis Seymour ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES AT EASTRIDGE

This month we celebrate Valentine’s Day, when love is in the air.

Celebrate with your sweetheart by attending one of the many community programs or trying a new recreational class at any of the four facilities. The Father & Daughter Sweetheart Ball is on February 6 or 7 and the Sweetheart Teddy Bear Tea on February 14 - these are two fun holiday favorites.

THINGS TO DO - There are plenty of events to attend this month. The HRCA web site, www.HRCAonline.org, is one of your best resources for information about not only the HRCA, but Highlands Ranch. The HRCA continues to provide and maintain programs and facilities at a low cost to almost 100,000 people. We continue to strive to provide better customer service by soliciting your input through many different mediums, and I personally review all of the suggestion cards that come into all of our facilities. These efforts continue to make Highlands Ranch one of the most desirous places in the entire United States to live, work, and play!

303-791-8958 9568 University Blvd.

M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

RECREATION CENTERS 303-791-2500

WINTER SEASON - We’ve had some very cold temperatures of late which is always a good reminder to check your home’s water pipes. In January, several line breaks occurred in Highlands Ranch homes due to frozen plumbing. Another reminder of the season is the snow accumulation. Please remember to shovel your driveways and sidewalks, especially around mailboxes.

Recreation Center at Northridge 8801 Broadway

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

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

PLANNING SESSION - The Board of Directors and staff met in January to outline the goals and projects list for 2015. Striving for better service and better facilities are among the top priorities.

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

Recreation Center at Eastridge 9568 University Blvd.

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

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Westridge 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd.

ELECTIONS - Homeowners are encouraged to get involved with the HRCA. Volunteers help shape our community with their ideas and representation at events and HRCA meetings. Highlands Ranch is divided into Delegate Districts whose community members elect a Delegate to represent them in association matters. Elections for Delegates in odd numbered and vacant districts are conducted at the Annual Meeting of Members in April. To get involved please call 303-471-8802 or visit www.HRCAonline.org for more information.

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

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Recreation Center at Southridge 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd.

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

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Quarterly Assessments

Assessments for 2015 are $139.00 per quarter. The next assessment is due April 1.

Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

To pay your assessments online go to www.HRCAonline.org and click “Pay

Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Assessments Online” then follow the setup up instructions (PayLease charges a nominal

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cOMMUNITY news S cholarships Available The Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)3

W ho is my delegate ?

nonprofit organization created in 2003, provides post-secondary education scholarships for graduating seniors residing in Highlands Ranch or attending a Highlands Ranch High School. The program provides $1500 scholarships to selected applicants entering their first year of post-secondary education at an accredited institution or vocational-technical school. Scholarships are awarded to students Community Scholarship Fund

who have demonstrated well-rounded participation in their community or school through volunteering, along with academic

performance, and future educational aspiration and goals.

Applicants are responsible for the completion of the application and submission of all supporting documentation to the Highlands Ranch Community Scholarship Fund, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80126, Attn: Linda Dorré. The application must be postmarked prior to, or hand-delivered to the preceding address by 5:00 p.m. on March 2. The program guidelines and application are at www.HRCAonline.org/Scholarships.

Highlands Ranch is divided into neighborhood “districts.” Each district has an elected “Delegate.” This Delegate is your voice for community and Association matters. Delegates gather on the third Tuesday of each month, for the Delegate Meeting at the Recreation Center at Eastridge.

The scholarship program is funded by corporate donations, individuals, and fund-raising

Delegates make recommendations to

events such as various beverage tastings throughout the year and computer and

the Board of Directors on important

electronics recycling events. Many thanks to the individuals and corporations who

matters that impact our community.

support the program allowing us to award $210,000 in scholarships to-date to students

Delegates also have the opportunity

in our community.

to be the most informed members of the community through keynote

C a l l i n g a l l n o np r o f i t s We are seeking a 501(c)3 beneficiary for the HRCA’s Taste

speakers, educational presentations, and monthly community updates.

of Highlands Ranch silent auction on May 1. Applications may

You can contact your delegate to

be downloaded at www.HRCAonline.org/Vendors or pick

keep up-to-date on what’s going on

one up at any HRCA recreation center. Application deadline

in the Ranch. You can find your

is Friday, February 6.

district's delegate on the map at www.HRCAonline.org/Districtmap.

Calling all Restaurants Showcase your restaurant to over 600 guests at the 20th Annual Taste of Highlands Ranch! Restaurants are encouraged to bring a "taste" of your establishment's

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favorites. Applications may be downloaded at

The January Board Meeting Motions

www.HRCAonline.org/Vendors or pick one up at any HRCA

are available on the web site

recreation center. Return application by Friday, April 3 to be

www.HRCAonline.org.

included in the May newsletter. Deadline is April 24.

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ranch updates snow r e m o va l

T h e B a c k c o u n t ry w i l d e r n e ss area - a Hunt of a Lifetime In late December, the Backcountry Wilderness Area (BWA) hosted its second annual Hunt of a Lifetime. Hunt of a Lifetime is an organization which provides dream hunts for children who are battling serious illnesses. This year, the Backcountry hosted Kaleb, a 16-year-old from southern Indiana, for a five-day elk hunt. Kaleb has been battling Ewing Sarcoma for over two years, has undergone three surgeries, 100’s of rounds of radiation, and several rounds of chemotherapy; he is still in the midst of his battle. Kaleb is an avid deer hunter in Indiana, but his dream was to come to Colorado to hunt elk. It was our pleasure to make Kaleb’s

We encourage you to do your part

dream come true. Hunt of a Lifetime provides the flight, room and board for the

to keep your neighborhood safe by

entire family, as well as gear and clothing for the hunter. The BWA provides the

clearing all snow and ice from your

property and guide for the hunt, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife provides the

property's sidewalks, driveway, and

special hunt permit. We are proud to work with an organization that does so

mailbox area within 24 hours after a

much to lift the spirits of kids battling cancer and

snowfall. If you are going to be out

other illnesses.

of town, be sure to arrange with a neighbor or friend who can help

B att i n g c a g e s s e a s o n o p e n e r

clear your sidewalks if a snow storm

Come celebrate the batting cages season opening

occurs while you are away.

weekend on February 28 and March 1, 10:00 a.m. - 7:30

The HRCA removes snow from its own property, and Douglas County is responsible for snow removal on

p.m. at the Recreation Center at Westridge. On both days there is a hotdog cookout 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., promotional giveaways, and home run banner competitions at 1:00 p.m. for members and employees. Don’t miss out!

most public streets in Highlands Ranch. Trails and sidewalks along major arterials and streets are the

R a c q u e t f o r th e C u r e

responsibility of the Highlands

The annual Racquet for the Cure Racquetball

Ranch Metro District.

Benefit Tournament on February 7 - 8 is hosted by the Recreation Center at Northridge. We kick off

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For more information and to learn

with a mixed doubles fundraiser on Friday night,

more about what organization is

followed by an all day Saturday Women’s Team

responsible for snow removal in

Play with lots of competition for all levels. There

your neighborhood visit

will also be a one-day men’s singles and doubles shootout. The event concludes

www.HRCAonline.org under HRCA

with a dinner party which includes prize drawings, a DJ, and dancing. For more

News on the home page.

information, visit www.RacquetForTheCure.com.

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upcoming events winter cultural Series

Ch i n e s e N e w Y e a r CELE B RATIO N

We continue the Winter Cultural series with two more fantastic performances! On February 5 Danse Etoile returns for an evening of classical ballet and modern dance. They will feature excerpts from Ballet Copellia and original choreography. On February 19 we conclude the series

It's Chinese New Year, come celebrate

with Broadway Sings the Classics featuring many of Denver’s

at the Recreation Center at Southridge!

own award nominated performers. Performers include Mark Middlebrooks, Lindsey

Enjoy traditional music, exciting

Falduto, Melanie Horton. Sydney Fisher, TJ Hoglel, and Josh Villareal. Join us as we

Chinese Dragon, Lion dances, and

wander through decades of Broadway classics featuring songs you know and love

beautiful Folk Dances, amazing Kung Fu

from musicals such as: Wicked, Westside Story, Grease, Fiddler on the Roof, Rent, and

demonstrations, and a Cultural Fair.

many more!

Saturday, February 21

Thursday, February 5 (Ballet & Modern Dance) and Thursday, February 19

Cultural Fair: 12:00 - 5:30 p.m.

(Broadway Sings the Classics) • 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. • Cherry Hills Community Church,

Stage Performances: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Chapel • $7 in advance, $10 day of event, if not sold out

or 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. • $7 in advance, $10 day of event, if not sold out.

S W EET H EART TE D D Y B EAR TEA

• Ages under 2 are free on lap.

Join us for a morning of all things sweet, a spot of tea, music, dancing, and more. This special Valentine’s Teddy Bear Tea party has all the trimmings that is sure to delight

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your little one with a special event just for them! The tea is followed by a special show presented by the Colorado Dance Academy. Hats, gloves, and dressy attire are optional. Don’t forget your camera! Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Saturday, February 14, • 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. • Southridge • Tickets: $11 in advance, $15 day of event, if not sold out.

Join the spirit specialists from Davidsons • Father & Daughter Sweetheart Ball – Friday, February 6, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, February 7, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; or 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $25 per person. Little ladies are invited to dance the night away with their dads! Carriage rides are available for an additional $3 per person, cash only.

• Calling All Trade Show Exhibitors - Applications are open for our 2015 Spring Bazaar, Home Improvement Expo, Fall Craft Show, and the Jewelry & Holiday Gift Fair. Vendor applications are available at www.HRCAonline.org/Vendors.

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

Liquors for an evening of vodka! We will taste four varieties of vodka from around the world, along with two signature cocktails. Light appetizers will be provided by Whole Foods Market Highlands Ranch.

Saturday, March 7 • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

• Southridge • $17 in advance, $20 day of event, if not sold out. • 21 years and over only. IDs will be checked.

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Featured classes, camps, activities NEW! PICKLEBALL LEAGUE FO R A D U LT S / S E N I O R S

M e d i t a t i o n a nd yoga workshops

Calling all Pickleballers! Have you ever wanted to play in a more competitive manner than drop-in play? Check out our new Adult/Senior Pickleball Leagues geared towards participants 45+. This is an eight-week season with a single elimination tournament. Teams may have a maximum of four players on the roster and are open to all skill levels. For more information email cwhiteside@hrcaonline.org or call 303-471-7039.

Take some time to slow down, find

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION H ip H op D ance C lasses

your inner peace and balance by joining us for these stress relieving yoga workshops. These one-day

Check out our Hip Hop Dance classes for participants ages 5 &

workshops will take your yoga

up with special needs! These classes are designed for all ability

practice to the next level and help

levels and are brought to you in partnership with Streetside South,

bring calmness, quietness, and clarity

a dance training studio offering the best in Hip Hop, Breaking,

to your everyday life. Workshops are

Lyrical, and Modern dance instruction for the South Metro Area.

offered once a month on Sundays,

The focus is creating a fun environment where jazz and break

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the fitness

dancers, young and old, can enjoy dance simultaneously. Classes

studio at the Recreation Center at

meet at the Streetside South Dance Studio on Monday evenings. To participate or

Southridge. Price $15/$17. Register

volunteer with the HRCA Therapeutic Recreation Program call 303-471-7043 or

by calling 303-791-2500 or online

email summer.aden@hrcaonline.org.

at www.HRCAonline.org. For more information call 303-471-7044.

sWIM nUTRITIO N CLI N IC Adults, teens, and youth are invited to

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the Recreation Center at Northridge

Are you currently on your local high school swim team? Are

on Saturday, February 21, 1:30 p.m.

you interested in learning more about competitive swimming?

to learn how to gain a competitive

Since 1994, the HRCA has offered competitive swimming

edge by planning how to prepare

programs for youth and teens at all skill levels.

your body for upcoming swim meets

Come learn the basics of competitive swimming and/or join

through making smart nutrition

off-season programs for team swimmers. Register at

choices. To register and more info

www.HRCAonline.org/Aquatics.

visit www.HRCAonline.org/Aquatics,

For more information call 303-471-8942 or email kimsey.cornelison@hrcaonline.org.

or call 303-471-8942 or email kimsey.cornelison@hrcaonline.org.

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Featured classes, camps, activities adult Financial seminars We have new adult financial seminars. Edward Jones® facilitates Social Security: Your Questions Answered on Monday, February 9, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Southridge. This class focuses on the impact social security decisions have on your retirement. Our popular Will Seminar is Monday, February 9, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Northridge.

You leave this class with a notarized will, general power of attorney, and medical powers of attorney. Protect Your Assets from Nursing Home Costs is Tuesday, February 10, 10:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Northridge, and an Estate Planning Seminar is Tuesday, February 10, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Southridge. The College Planning, Investing, and Tax Strategy Seminar facilitated by Heartland Institute of Financial Education is Tuesday, February 24, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at Eastridge. For more information, cost, and registration, call 303-471-8818 or visit the web site at www.HRCAonline.org.

T h e M o n th o f L o v e !

A l l th e w o r l d ' s a S ta g e

February is the month of love and we encourage you to explore love

We’re kicking off our KidStage spring theatre

through art! In February is Fun KidzArt classes, 3½ - 5 year olds draw

productions. Toys, for ages 5 - 12, explores

Abe Lincoln and paint a Valentine bouquet, and 5 - 11 year olds draw

the exciting world of the playroom when

underwater worlds of creatures and pirates in High Seas Adventures.

the toys are left and the door shuts! Toys

Dreamy Drawings is for ages 5 - 8 at the Recreation Center at

rehearsals are Wednesday’s beginning

Southridge, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Kids are out of school for President's Day,

February 18 or Thursday’s beginning February

February 16, so sign them up for Greeting Card Camp, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

19, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. at Southridge. Enchanted

Children will make Love Bugs in our Play with Clay (ages 2½ - 4) and

Sleeping Beauty, for ages 6 - 14, begins Sunday February 1, 1:00 - 4:00

Muddy Buddies (ages 3 - 7) and Mud Pies (ages 3 - 6) pottery classes this

p.m. at Southridge. Productions for all performances are in April. Be sure

month. For more information call 303-471-8853.

to get your child signed up! For more information, call 303-471-8853.

S u m m e r . . . B a c k c o u n t ry w i l d e r n e ss a r e a

Backcountry Wilderness Area Archery program success

We have many new programs and activities

The Backcountry Wilderness Area (BWA.) Archery program is

in the Backcountry Wilderness Area for this

turning its youth archers into competitive shooters set to compete

summer. Our youth camps are better than

in state and national tournaments this year. Their coach is one of

ever and have a terrific balance of outdoor and

the USA Archery coaches and assists with the U.S. Olympic team.

science education along with adventure. There

He is training our youth archers using the same National Training

are many new adult and family activities, and

System. He has 22 kids competing in local competitions and nearly

summer horse camps are now available to more age groups. In addition,

all of them will go to the US Indoor Nationals in February. One

we’ve added more themes for birthday parties. Themes range from

archer has made the Cadet United States Archery Team.

camo adventure to unicorn princess. The party location is near the draft

Interested in archery? Classes are indoors

horses’, Bella and Buster’s, corral and the new chicken coop.

at the Recreation Center at Westridge

Registration for summer camps and programs begins March 16. Online

on Sundays through April, and then

registration and details are at www.HRCAonline.org/Register.

move outdoors to the BWA archery range through the summer and fall.

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Facility closures February 1 - All recreation centers close at 5:00 p.m. for Super Bowl Sunday.

February 6-7 - Recreation Center at Northridge Racquetball courts closed to host Raquet for a Cure.

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

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

February 5 Winter Cultural Series - Ballet and

Modern Dance February 6-7

Father & Daughter Sweetheart Ball

February 6-7 Racquet for the Cure Benefit Tournament February 8

Preschool Registration

February 11 Senior Luncheon February 9

Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m.

February 13 Therapeutic Recreation Sweetheart Dance February 14 Sweetheart Teddy Bear Tea February 17

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

February 19 Winter Cultural Series - Broadway Sings

the Classics February 21 Chinese New Year Celebration * These meetings are open to our members.

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community partners 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).