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SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE<br />
<strong>2024</strong><br />
MARCH | APRIL | MAY
MARCH<br />
AZ Opera: Romeo and Juliette<br />
Sunday, March 3 | 12:45 to 5:45 p.m.<br />
Departs from The Homestead<br />
Ages 16+ | $34<br />
Residents will board a bus to<br />
Phoenix Symphony Hall and enjoy<br />
a performance of Arizona Opera’s<br />
Romeo & Juliette. Gounod’s romantic<br />
and rapturous music sets the stage<br />
for this tale of star-crossed lovers,<br />
based on Shakespeare’s play about<br />
the feuding Montague and Capulet<br />
families in Verona.<br />
Starlight Concert<br />
Friday, March 8 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
Market Street Park<br />
All ages | Free<br />
Enjoy a night of live music under the<br />
stars. Residents are welcome to bring<br />
their own lawn seating, snacks and<br />
drinks. Residents are encouraged<br />
to walk or ride their bikes to the<br />
concert. Parking is available on the<br />
south end of Market Street.<br />
Scottsdale Water Campus Tour<br />
Thursday, March 14 | 9 to 10:30 a.m.<br />
Meet at Scottsdale Water Campus<br />
Ages 16+ | $7<br />
Ever wonder how the water we use<br />
every day is treated and recycled?<br />
This guided tour provides a behindthe-scenes<br />
look at the nearby<br />
Scottsdale Water Campus and the<br />
Advanced Water Treatment Facility,<br />
one of the most sophisticated<br />
recycled water facilities in the world.<br />
Food Truck Night<br />
Thursday, March 7 | 5 to 7 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Enjoy some of the Valley’s best food<br />
trucks as they roll into DC Ranch.<br />
Grapenuts: Wines of Piedmont<br />
Wednesday, March 13 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Join a sommelier from Atlas Wines<br />
to uncork the passion and tradition<br />
within each bottle from the Piedmont<br />
region of Italy.<br />
Women’s Club: <strong>Spring</strong> Social<br />
Thursday, March 14 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead Veranda<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Let friendship blossom. Come meet<br />
other women in the community for<br />
friendly conversation and fellowship.<br />
Light bites and beverages provided.<br />
Be on the lookout for a Park Party<br />
coming to your Village<br />
Residents will receive an email invitation with details about<br />
their private park party where neighbors can connect with<br />
each other in the fresh air to enjoy music, games, beverages<br />
and bites all within walking distance of home.<br />
2 All spring programming is open for registration.
Landscape Stroll<br />
Saturday, March 16<br />
Session I: 8 to 9:30 a.m. (RSVP)<br />
Session II: 10 to 11:30 a.m. (RSVP)<br />
Meet at Market Street Park<br />
All ages | RSVP<br />
Learn about the local wildflowers,<br />
different landscape features along<br />
the path and trail system and the<br />
importance of desert flora in the<br />
community during this beautiful<br />
1-mile stroll with DC Ranch<br />
Landscape Manager, Jeff Rons.<br />
Social Hour<br />
Friday, March 22 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead Veranda<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Mix and mingle during a relaxing<br />
happy hour. These casual gatherings<br />
provide a nice way to end the week<br />
and chat with friends or get to know<br />
new neighbors. Light bites, beer and<br />
wine provided.<br />
Speaker Series: Walt Disney<br />
and His Magic<br />
Wednesday, March 27 | 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Walt Disney gave new meaning<br />
to the art of entertainment. Join<br />
historian Ken Sorensen as he<br />
provides a fascinating look at<br />
Disney’s “fairytale” life and hardships<br />
along the way. Light bites and<br />
beverages provided. Doors open at 6<br />
p.m., speaker begins at 6:30 p.m.<br />
Deep Stretching Class<br />
Monday, March 18 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 16+ | $12<br />
Explore the benefits of Yin Yoga.<br />
Through a peaceful and grounded<br />
practice, residents will hold poses<br />
with the use of props to enhance<br />
deep stretching and restoration of<br />
joints, tendons, bones and ligaments.<br />
Saturday, March 30 | 9 to 11:30 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
All ages | $12 Early Registration | $15 Registration March 22-30<br />
Hear ye, hear ye: All princes, princesses and their families are invited for a<br />
royal spring celebration! Join thy neighbors for this annual signature event<br />
complete with a traditional egghunt, music, entertainment and a delicious<br />
breakfast buffet. Early registration ($12); regular registration ($15) March 22-30.<br />
Details are subject to change. Visit DCRanch.com/calendar for registration and up-to-date information. 3
APRIL<br />
Sunlight Concert<br />
Sunday, April 7 | 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead Lawn<br />
All ages | Free<br />
Bring lawn seating, a picnic and<br />
enjoy the beautiful spring weather<br />
with some live music!<br />
Youth and Teen: Nerf Blaster Bash<br />
Friday, April 12 | 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 8 to 12 | $18<br />
Get ready to dodge, duck and dive! Young residents will have a blast navigating<br />
through obstacle courses and engaging in adrenaline-pumping foam dart<br />
battles. Pizza, soda and water included.<br />
Grapenuts:<br />
Becoming a Sommelier<br />
Wednesday, April 10 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Join a seasoned sommelier for a<br />
lively discussion about the nuances<br />
of wine appreciation and the<br />
journey to becoming a certified wine<br />
connoisseur. Please bring a favorite<br />
bottle of wine to share with the group.<br />
Women’s Club: Arizona<br />
Heritage Center<br />
Thursday, April 11 | 10 a.m. to Noon<br />
Meet at Arizona Heritage Center<br />
Ages 18+ | RSVP<br />
Embark on a captivating journey<br />
through Arizona’s vibrant history.<br />
Residents will discover fascinating<br />
exhibits, artifacts and stories that<br />
come to life, providing a deeper<br />
understanding of the unique heritage<br />
that defines State 48.<br />
Ranch Walk: Silverleaf Village<br />
Tuesday, April 16 | 4 to 5:30 p.m.<br />
Meet at Copper Ridge<br />
All ages | RSVP<br />
Step outside and explore the<br />
natural beauty of DC Ranch. Enjoy a<br />
moderately difficult walk (less than<br />
3 miles) with neighbors along the<br />
path and trail system. Please wear<br />
appropriate shoes and bring a water<br />
bottle.<br />
4 All spring programming is open for registration.
Food Truck Night<br />
Thursday, April 18 | 5 to 7 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Enjoy some of the Valley’s best food<br />
trucks as they roll into DC Ranch.<br />
Off the Ranch: Bowling Night<br />
Thursday, April 25 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
Meet at Bowlero<br />
Ages 21+ | $23<br />
Strike up some fun with neighbors.<br />
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a<br />
casual bowler, everyone is welcome.<br />
Ticket includes two hours of bowling,<br />
appetizers, two drinks and shoe<br />
rental.<br />
Gives: Shred Day<br />
Saturday, April 27 | 9 a.m. to Noon<br />
The Homestead Parking Lot<br />
Suggested $10 donation<br />
DC Ranch Gives has partnered with<br />
The Matheson Real Estate Team to<br />
provide an opportunity to dispose<br />
of old paperwork and raise funds<br />
for Arizona Cancer Foundation for<br />
Children. Easy drive up and drop off<br />
convenience. Electronic recycling<br />
also available.<br />
Starlight Concert<br />
Friday, April 19 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
Market Street Park<br />
All ages | Free<br />
Enjoy a night of live music under the<br />
stars. Residents are welcome to bring<br />
their own lawn seating, snacks and<br />
drinks. Residents are encouraged<br />
to walk or ride their bikes to the<br />
concert. Parking is available on the<br />
south end of Market Street.<br />
Social Hour<br />
Friday, April 26 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead Veranda<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Mix and mingle during a relaxing<br />
happy hour. These casual gatherings<br />
provide a nice way to end the week<br />
and chat with friends or get to know<br />
new neighbors. Light bites, beer and<br />
wine provided.<br />
Seeking DC Ranch<br />
Ambassadors<br />
Share your DC Ranch spirit and<br />
help engage resident involvement<br />
in your neighborhood! DC Ranch<br />
staff will occasionally reach out<br />
to ambassadors with information<br />
about upcoming events. As an<br />
ambassador, you will be a catalyst<br />
for creating lasting connections and<br />
memories with neighbors. Please<br />
contact Devin Haggerty at<br />
devin.haggerty@dcranchinc.com to<br />
participate or learn more.<br />
Details are subject to change. Visit DCRanch.com/calendar for registration and up-to-date information. 5
MAY<br />
<strong>Spring</strong> Production: Beauty and the Beast JR.<br />
Thursday, May 2 – Saturday, May 4 | 6:30 p.m.<br />
Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 | 3 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Tickets: Adults $18 | Youth $12 (ages 12 and under)<br />
The Homestead Playhouse is proud to present Beauty and the Beast JR.<br />
Based on the beloved Disney movie and Broadway musical, Beauty and the<br />
Beast JR. features the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial<br />
town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under a spell.<br />
The “tale as old as time” is filled with spectacular costumes and a cast of 35<br />
talented youth.<br />
Mat Pilates Class<br />
Saturday, May 11 | 9 to 10 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 16+ | $12<br />
Discover the intentional method of<br />
Pilates to see if it’s a good fit for<br />
you. This gentle but effective form<br />
of exercise is designed to strengthen<br />
the core, improve posture and tone<br />
muscles. All levels are welcome.<br />
Group Service Project:<br />
Foothills Animal Rescue<br />
Saturday, May 4 | 12:45 to 4 p.m.<br />
Meet at Foothills Animal Rescue<br />
Resale Boutique<br />
Ages 14+ | $10<br />
Foothills Animal Rescue provides a<br />
safe haven to homeless dogs and<br />
cats awaiting their forever home.<br />
Come help with spring cleaning of<br />
their adoption area. Gives volunteer<br />
shirt provided.<br />
Women’s Club: Bottle Painting<br />
Thursday, May 9 | 5 to 7 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 21+ | $45<br />
Pop open some creative flair! A<br />
skilled artist and fellow resident<br />
will guide this class in handpainting<br />
a champagne bottle. Watch as<br />
each one transforms into a unique<br />
masterpiece worthy of display. All<br />
supplies provided. Light bites and<br />
bubbles included.<br />
Family Paint Class<br />
Wednesday, May 15 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 6+ | $34<br />
Bring the family together for a fun<br />
evening of painting. Each artist will<br />
create their own adorable hedgehog,<br />
and lasting memories. Children must<br />
be accompanied by a registered<br />
adult painter. All supplies provided.<br />
Light bites, soda and water included.<br />
6 All spring programming is open for registration.
FITNESS CLASSES<br />
To make registration easier for ongoing fitness programs, residents may<br />
purchase classes up to three months in advance. Cost varies per session.<br />
$10 drop in.<br />
Note: There are no classes the week of April 29-May 6.<br />
Starlight Concert<br />
Friday, May 17 | 6 to 8 p.m.<br />
Market Street Park<br />
All ages | Free<br />
Enjoy a night of live music under the<br />
stars. Residents are welcome to bring<br />
their own lawn seating, snacks and<br />
drinks. Residents are encouraged<br />
to walk or ride their bikes to the<br />
concert. Parking is available on the<br />
south end of Market Street.<br />
All Levels Yoga<br />
Monday and Wednesday | 9 to 10 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
This class is suitable for all levels of<br />
yoga practice. Teachers focus on<br />
alignment and breathing techniques to<br />
safely stretch and strengthen students.<br />
Please bring a yoga mat, towel and<br />
water bottle.<br />
Yoga Basics<br />
Tuesday and Thursday | 9 to 10 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Designed for the beginner, this class<br />
focuses on stretching the larger<br />
muscle groups, helping improve<br />
flexibility and decreasing risk for injury.<br />
Please bring a yoga mat and water<br />
bottle.<br />
Strength and Balance<br />
Monday and Wednesday<br />
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.<br />
Thursday | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
This all-levels class is designed for<br />
strengthening and lengthening your<br />
muscles, focusing on core and balance<br />
to give an all-around workout. Please<br />
bring a mat or towel and water bottle.<br />
Zumba<br />
Friday | 10 to 11 a.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Change up your fitness routine with<br />
this interval-style, calorie-burning<br />
dance fitness party! The class will<br />
introduce easy-to-follow choreography<br />
with a focus on balance, range of<br />
motion and coordination. Adaptable to<br />
all skill levels.<br />
RESIDENT-LED CLUBS<br />
Social Hour<br />
Friday, May 31 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Ages 21+ | RSVP<br />
Mix and mingle during a relaxing<br />
happy hour. These casual gatherings<br />
provide a nice way to end the week<br />
and chat with friends or get to know<br />
new neighbors. Light bites, beer and<br />
wine provided.<br />
Visit DCRanch.com/calendar for updates and additional dates as they are added.<br />
Hand and Foot Canasta Club<br />
Thursday | 1 to 3:30 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
Join other residents for a fun, friendly<br />
game. This variation of Canasta is<br />
easy to learn and the group will<br />
teach you along the way.<br />
Pickleball Club<br />
Sunday, Feb. and March | 8 to 11 a.m.<br />
Sunday, April and May | 7 to 10 a.m.<br />
Desert Camp Courts*<br />
Try your hand at a friendly game of<br />
Pickleball. All levels are welcome.<br />
Please bring a paddle if you have one.<br />
*Residents are encouraged to<br />
access the courts via the path and<br />
trail system as parking is restricted<br />
in neighborhoods and on sidewalks,<br />
curbs, and easements throughout<br />
DC Ranch.<br />
Mountain Biking Club<br />
Saturday, March 9 | 10 a.m. to Noon<br />
Meet at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead<br />
Gear up for an exhilarating 15-mile<br />
adventure through scenic trails.<br />
Intermediate to advanced riders only.<br />
Helmets required.<br />
Mah Jongg Club<br />
Tuesday, March 12, April 16 and May 14<br />
1 to 4 p.m.<br />
The Homestead<br />
All skill levels are welcome. Be sure<br />
to bring your <strong>2024</strong> card. Playing is<br />
free. Please RSVP to ensure there are<br />
enough players.<br />
Details are subject to change. Visit DCRanch.com/calendar for registration and up-to-date information. 7
20551 N. Pima Rd., Suite 180<br />
Scottsdale, AZ 85255<br />
All spring programming<br />
is open for registration.<br />
Living Connected<br />
One Community, Four Villages:<br />
Country Club | Desert Camp | Desert Parks | Silverleaf
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