Hi Highlands Ranch!
Spring is creeping in (not that we really had winter). We’re still under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, but it’s shaping up to be a great weekend to get out.
If you’ve got little ones, Tots & Tunes is happening this morning at Southridge Rec Center—still time to make it over.
Below are 10 things to do + a couple local favorites + this week’s park spotlight & a furry friend featured at the very end. Here’s The Ranch Scoop:
Weekend Outing Ideas
Garden Stroll – Hudson Gardens
Just outside of Highlands Ranch, this 30-acre garden has walking paths, ponds, and seasonal flower displays. If you’re looking for more than a stroll, try the Seed Starting Workshop on Saturday afternoon.
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Exploration – Littleton Museum
An easy, underrated outing just 15 minutes away—perfect if you want something low-key but still interesting. It’s an immersive community museum bringing history, art, and culture to life.
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Breakfast & Coffee – The Egg
A classic Saturday brunch spot locals love. Think big breakfasts, pancakes, and coffee before heading out for the day.
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Local Bowl – Playa Bowls
It’s supposed to hit 86° this weekend, which sounds like the perfect excuse to stop by Playa Bowls in Highlands Ranch for a fresh açaí or smoothie bowl.
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🎁 Reader Perk: Mention us, The Ranch Scoop, at Playa Bowls in Highlands Ranch this weekend and get $2 off your order. (See local store for additional details)
Restaurant Hot Spot – Cuba Cuba
Cuba Cuba is a local favorite bringing authentic Cuban flavor. Be sure to check when they have salsa dancing— puedes bailar right here in the Ranch.
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Restaurant Hot Spot – High Society Pizza
High Society Pizza is known for their creative pies, bold flavors, and a laid-back vibe—an easy go-to when you’re craving something fun and satisfying.
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Park of the Week – Big Dry Creek Park
Big Dry Creek Park is a neighborhood park with a great playground and basketball courts. We’re hitting all 26 parks in Highlands Ranch—one per week.
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🌲 26 Park Challenge: Visit all 26 with us over the next 26 weeks. If you’d like, you can even send a photo of you or your furry friend at the park; and with your permission, we might just post it to our feed!
Local Find – Private Chef
Need a private chef or weekly meal prep support in Highlands Ranch? The Culinary Fox comes highly recommended and is already cooking for families locally.
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Local Fitness – Manic Training
Looking to shake up your workout routine? Manic Training was just given the 2025 Best of the Best Gym award and offers a free week trial to check out everything Manic offers.
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🏋️ Reader Perk: Free personal trainer assessment to help determine the best classes and workouts for you if you mention The Ranch Scoop. (See local facility for additional details)
Early Next Week
10 Weeks of Tennis
New session of Advanced Open Practice program begins with mixed drills + live play. For ages 17+ (4.0–4.5) at Lebsack Tennis Center. (Mon 6-7:30 PM)
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Library Coffee Chat
Start the morning with coffee and good conversation. Drop in to meet other adults and retirees from the community. (Tue 8-11 AM)
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Trivia Tuesday
Join this newly imagined trivia night hosted at a local favorite: Living the Dream Brewing Company. It’s free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. (Tue 6:30-8:30 PM)
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📬 Before You Go
I want to thank you all for being part of this growing community. Because of you, we hit 100 subscribers in the first week! If you enjoy The Ranch Scoop, please invite your local friends and neighbors to join us.
If I missed something or you have a suggestion for next week, just reply—I’d love to hear from you. For now, that’s the scoop, ya’ll!
— Grace
Your weekly guide here at The Ranch
P.S. Make sure you check out our furry friend featured below. ⬇️
Featuring A Furry Friend
Enzo | A Ranch Native
Meet Enzo. He’s a 15-year-old Siamese beauty. As a Ranch native, Enzo is a true professional when it comes to soaking up the Colorado sunshine.
His favorite pastime? Rotating between the best sun spots in the house and sticking to a very strict nap schedule.
At this point, Enzo has Highlands Ranch living figured out better than most of us. Let’s learn from him — recreate and rest well this weekend, Highlands Ranch. 🤠
Want your furry friend featured? Send me a pic — I’d love to see your fur baby!