Good morning, Highlands Ranch.

First of all, thank you. We passed 1k subscribers last week. Next week, I’ll share the origin story of this newsletter—leave it as a cliff hanger for now.

The ultimate tournament has begun. Every four years, the World Cup has a way of bringing people together. Countries from around the world take to the field to play the beautiful game.

The U.S. came out looking sharp—winning their first match. Tomorrow is their second game against Australia.

Onto this week’s Scoop:

  • Stuff to do + new Ranch story about a father here in the Ranch

  • Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for scoop fun if you don’t already

  • A Ranch brief hot off the press + 4th of July guide

Let’s get into it.

—Grace Hody

Weekend Outing Ideas

World Cup Watch Parties — USA Versus Australia
🗓️ Friday, June 19 (1 p.m.)
Breckenridge Brewery Farm House — Littleton
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Downhill Brewing — Parker
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Join fellow soccer fans as Team USA takes on Australia. These breweries are both hosting watch parties for this match. Max Taps will also have the game on if you want to watch it somewhere in the Ranch.

Happy Hour Half K — Civic Green Park
🗓️ Friday, June 19 (6 p.m.)
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A race for the rest of us. This family-friendly Half K includes a 1,640-foot course, live music, a finisher medal, and post-race drinks—all benefiting the HRCA Therapeutic Recreation Program.

Classic Rock Cruise-In Car Show — Downtown Castle Rock
🗓️ Saturday, June 20 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
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Another one this weekend about 20 minutes south—more than 300 classic cars, live music, food trucks, and different activities fill the streets of Downtown Castle Rock. A free street party and concert kick off on Friday night before the car show.

An Evening with The Author — Highlands Ranch Library
🗓️ Saturday, June 20 (6 – 7:30 p.m.)
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Meet memoir author Wendy B. Correa as she shares the story behind My Pretty Baby, a book about healing, self-discovery, and finding family. Registration required.

DADapalooza: Brews & BBQ — Aspen Grove
🗓️ Sunday, June 21 (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
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Celebrate Father's Day with live music, BBQ, food trucks, whiskey tasting, mini golf, and family-friendly activities at Aspen Grove's 4th annual DADapalooza.

Recurring This Week in the Ranch

Summer Concert Series — June 18 — Red Rock Vixens
Free Yoga in the Park — June 20 — Civic Green Park
Backcountry Outdoor Movie Series — June 20 — The Wild Robot
Highlands Ranch Farmers Market — June 21 — HR Town Center

Live Music Lowdown (June 18-24)

In The Ranch
Thursday, June 18
Highland Heritage Regional Park — Red Rocks Vixens

Friday, June 19
Lansdowne ArmsVictor Towle
Prost — Lindy

Saturday, June 20
Max Taps — Vinyl Nation
Prost — King’s Highway 285

Just Outside The Ranch
Parker Concert Series — Lucky Catch — Thursday, June 18
Littleton Concert Series — Chili Powder — Thursday, June 18
Castle Rock Wednesday Jazz Jazz in The Park — Wednesday, June 24
Littleton Concert Series — Delta Sonics — Wednesday, June 24

Early Next Week

🌟Sunset Sips — The Center (Because 55+ Is Prime Time)
🗓️ Tuesday, June 23 (4 – 7 p.m.)
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Bring your own food, drinks, and lawn games and enjoy a relaxed evening on the Mansion patio with music and mountain views. No fee.

Bike to Work Day — High Line Canal Trail
🗓️ Wednesday, June 24 (6:30 – 9 a.m.)
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Start your commute with breakfast burritos, coffee, music, and giveaways at the Highlands Ranch Super Stop. The event takes place where the High Line Canal Trail meets the Centennial Trail.

Ranch Brief — Civics & Such

I watched the county meeting last week where officials discussed scooters. I watched the part where the sheriff explains the differences between these vehicles about 5 times.

Then, I wrote this brief to break it down.

You’ve seen them zooming on trails and roads and yes—even parks. Here’s the most recent Ranch brief:

Ranch Conditions

🔥 No current restrictions
💧 Restrictions: Stage 1

🚗 Ranch Resource: Link On Demand

Park of the Week

Paintbrush Park 14/26
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With a playground, sports field, bocce court, horseshoe pit and more, Paintbrush Park offers a little something for every age. It's the kind of the parks that's worth lingering at a little longer.

26 Park Challenge: Visit all 26 parks with us over 26 weeks—join anytime. No particular order needed.
Park Giveaway: Guess the park correctly on Instagram, Facebook, or email for a chance to win a Colorado getaway.

A New Ranch Story: Meet Andrew

This Father's Day weekend, we're introducing Andrew—a Highlands Ranch dad and physical therapist at Physio Room.

From family life to wellness, his story reflects a belief that health is about more than treating problems—it's about helping people find vitality, stay active, and live well long before injury strikes.

Scoop Referrals — Birthday Shoutouts

Refer 3 nearby friends or family using your personal referral link (found below), and we’ll celebrate your birthday in that week’s Scoop newsletter.

Once you hit 3 referrals, we’ll send over a quick form to collect your birthday. (Don’t worry — no birth year required.)

📬 Before You Go

Thanks for spending part of your week getting the scoop.

Whether you're heading to a concert, exploring a new park, catching the World Cup, or firing up the grill this weekend, I hope you find something worth getting out for.

Here is the link to the 4th of July Summer Guide if you’re staying local for the holiday.

And to all the dads, grandpas, stepdads, and father figures in the community—Happy Father's Day.

See you next week.

—Grace

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