1. education
2. alumni and reunions

Spring - Fall 2015
What’s on the
horizon.
2015 Events
The RidgeGate community is thriving this season, with many fun events that will inspire you and your
family to reconnect with nature, move your body, hear great music and learn all about your
community. !
Plan now to join us for these events, hosted in partnership with many terrific local organizations. !
Visit www.ridgegate.com/events.aspx to learn more or register.
Yoga in the Park
It’s time again for sunset salutations. Join RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and the Lone Tree
Recreation Center for a free Yoga in the Park class in Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and
Belvedere Lane. Bring your own yoga mat, or one will be provided for you. In case of heavy rain or lightning,
class will be cancelled. No yoga experience is necessary. No need to register - just drop in!
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May 26, 6:30-7:30pm
June 30, 6:30-7:30pm
July 28, 6:30-7:30pm
August 25, 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 throughout the spring, summer and fall. These hikes are led by professional naturalists from SSPRD,
and offer insight and education into the natural ecosystems within the open space at RidgeGate, while offering
a chance to get some fresh air and exercise. Hikes are free to the public - register at www.ridgegate.com/
events.aspx.
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Thursday, May 28, 7:00-8:30pm - Evening Birdwatching Hike with Peggy Wait (Willow Creek Trail)
Thursday, June 4, 6:30-8pm - Noticing Natives Botany Hike with Beth Hanson (Willow Creek Trail)
Saturday, June 13, 9-:30-11am - Happy Kids, Happy Hikes with Danell (Willow Creek Trail)
Sunday, June 21, 7-8:30pm - Celebrating the Solstice with Beth Hanson (Willow Creek Trail)
Saturday, July 18, 8:30-10am - Morning Birdwatching Hike with Peggy Wait (Willow Creek Trail)
Tuesday, August 11, 7-8:30pm - Black Bears & Bluffs with Ranger Pam (Willow Creek Trail)
Saturday, August 22, 10-11:30am - The Hawk Over Our Homes with Ranger Pam (Willow Creek Trail)
Saturday, August 29, 7:00-8:30pm - Full Moon Hike with Beth Hanson (Willow Creek Trail)
Saturday, September 19, 8:30-10:30am - Noticing Nature Hike with Beth Hanson (on the Bluffs
Regional Park Trail)
Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center
RidgeGate is again proud to sponsor Lone Tree Art Center’s Tunes on the Terrace – an outdoor evening
concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Performances range from bluegrass to jazz, and
everything in between. Tickets are priced from $15-20 for a spot on the lawn, or $20-25 for a reserved
seat. The stars are out this summer! Check out the full schedule at www.lonetreeartscenter.org.
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Saturday, June 20, 8-10pm - Dan Treanor’s Afrosippi Band featuring Erica Brown
Saturday, June 27, 8-10pm - Jazz Vocalist Kathy Kosins
Friday, July 10, 8-10pm - American Roots and Celtic Soul band Switchback
Saturday, July 25, 8-10pm - Comedian Sam Adams with opening band Rachel and the Ruckus
Friday, August 7, 8-10pm - Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience
Walk Concerts
Enjoy this series of summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities.
It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. Take a
walk on the one-mile paved path around the park, grab something to eat at a food truck and enjoy the
summer sounds. This year, enjoy vendors, entertainers and art activities from 5-6pm, with live music
starting at 6 and continuing until 8pm. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and the whole family.
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May 21, 5-8pm - The Country Music Project - Country
June 18, 5-8pm - The Parlor Pickers - Old Americana Folk
July 16, 5-8pm - Jeff Scroggins & Colorado - Bluegrass
August 20, 5-8pm - Rastasaurus - Reggae
Geocaching, Archery & Campfire Stories with CU Denver (Formerly The Wildlife
Experience)
One of RidgeGate’s neighbors, The Liniger Building at the University of Colorado South Denver (formerly
known as The Wildlife Experience,) coordinates classes and fun activities at Schweiger Ranch, the
preserved historical ranch on the east side of the RidgeGate property. Activities include geocaching
classes with treasure hunts, summer evening storytelling sessions around the campfire, outdoor archery
classes and more. Visit www.cusouthdenver.org to find the full roster, and details will be posted when
available at www.ridgegate.com/events.aspx.
Tour Historic Schweiger Ranch
As part of this year’s Discover Lone Tree festival, the weekend before Labor Day, RidgeGate is offering a
free guided tour of the historic Schweiger Ranch home, barn and outbuildings. Register for the free tour on
Sunday, September 6 from 1-3pm by visiting www.ridgegate.com/events.aspx (space is limited), or simply
visit the ranch between 1-5pm any Saturday or Sunday this summer to tour this preserved frontier-era gem at
your own pace. !
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