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Good Morning & Aloha. Halloween week is serving up near-perfect trick-or-treat weather: after a cool Monday that tops out at 56°, highs climb into the upper 60s Tuesday through Friday, and Halloween itself looks partly cloudy with a high of 63°. Sunday cools back into the upper 50s, and it's also the day we fall back an hour, so enjoy the extra sleep.

Good thing, because the Ranch is going all in on Halloween. Lone Tree Brewing in Parker throws a costume and trivia bash Wednesday, Sterling Ranch rolls out its Trunk or Treat Friday, and Halloween night ends with Last Stop Halloween at the Highlands Ranch Mansion and a live-music party at Max Taps. Sunday is your last shot at the Highlands Ranch Farmers' Market this season. Round up the family, there's plenty to see.

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In this week's Ranch Roundup:

• This week's events

• Fillin' Up Fast

• Food Trucks South of 470

• Weekly weather

• And more!

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tree's company

🎶🎄 Saddle up 11/14 for the Annual Tree Lighting Concert & Celebration at Outlets at Castle Rock, an evening of live music, festive cheer and holiday magic, with a free concert and a lineup of special guests to kick off the season. Outlets at Castle Rock, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd., Castle Rock, CO 80108. 4-7 PM More info.

sugar plum fun

🩰🍬 Round up the little ones 11/20-22 for Nutcracker Highlights, a one-hour take on the holiday classic from the International Youth Ballet that's just right for young audiences, and every kid heads home with a special Nutcracker gift. There are four shows across the weekend. Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO. 6-7 PM (Fri), 3-4 PM and 6-7 PM (Sat), 3-4 PM (Sun) More info.

all is bright

💡🎄 Mosey on over 11/27 for the Mayor's Holiday Lighting, where the Mayor and the Parker Chorale lead a Silent Night sing-along around the Town Tree before the countdown to light up the tree and the whole park in white. Free. O'Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr., Parker, CO 80138. 5-7 PM More info.

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Events

From Boot-Stompin' Beats to captivating arts & culture, here's what's happening in and around the Ranch this week.

Tuesday (10/27)

🌍🇺🇦 Get the global picture at Great Decisions, where Dr. Lisa Conant of the University of Denver's Sie Center for International Security and Diplomacy leads a Q&A on Ukraine and the future of European security. Register each person attending. Event Hall A & B, 9292 South Ridgeline Boulevard, Littleton, CO 80129. 6-7:50 PM More info.

Wednesday (10/28)

☕👮 Grab a cup at Coffee with a Cop, a relaxed chat with local officers where you can get your questions answered while the little ones get creative. HRCA, 9568 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. 8-10 AM More info.

🩸❤️ Roll up your sleeves at Sterling Ranch's Community Blood Drive, where one donation can make a real difference. Reserve your spot ahead of time with code 10141. Overlook Clubhouse, 7853 Piney River Avenue, Sterling Ranch, CO 80125. 3:30-6 PM More info.

🌏🇨🇳 Dive into Great Decisions in Parker, as University of Denver political science professor Dr. Jing Sun leads a Q&A on U.S. and China relations. Event Hall A, 20105 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138. 6-7:45 PM More info.

📖☕ Settle in for Next Chapter, a monthly adult book club reading stories with protagonists in early adulthood. Registration required. The Studio, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 6-7:30 PM More info.

🧛🎃 Dust off your costume for Halloween Trivia & Costume Contest at Lone Tree Brewing Parker, with creepy trivia on horror movies, monsters and spooky pop culture, plus a costume contest at 7 PM for your shot at Halloween glory. Lone Tree Brewing Company Parker, 18425 Pony Express Drive, Parker, CO 80134. 6-8:30 PM More info.

👻🕯️ Gather 'round for the last week of Ghostly Stories & Tragic Tales of Castle Rock, a free walking tour of downtown's spookiest history, from The Rock to the Old Stone Church and the B&B Café. Can't make tonight? There's another tour Thursday (10/29) at 7 PM and a daytime tour on Halloween at 1 PM. Reservations required. Castle Rock Museum, 420 Elbert St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. 7-8 PM More info.

Thursday (10/29)

🍺🌄 Raise a pint for a good cause at Living the Dream, where a portion of the evening's proceeds supports the Friends of Roxborough State Park and their work to educate visitors, provide amenities and protect the park. Living the Dream Brewing, 9150 Commerce Center Circle, Suite 300, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. 5-8 PM More info.

🍻🎯 Sample something new at Max Taps' Tap Takeover, with WeldWerks pouring on the taps for the night. Max Taps, 2680 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. 6-8 PM More info.

Friday (10/30)

🍭👻 Trick-or-treat booth to booth at the Fangtastic Festival, a Halloween party from the Downtown Merchants Association made especially for homeschool families and little ones not yet in school, with spooky music, festive vendor booths and plenty of candy. Free. Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. 11 AM-2 PM More info.

🚗🎃 Round up the costumed crew for Sterling Ranch's Trunk or Treat, a stroll through a parking lot full of creatively decorated car trunks packed with sweet treats and spooky surprises. Overlook Clubhouse, 7853 Piney River Avenue, Sterling Ranch, CO 80125. 4:30-6:30 PM More info.

Saturday (10/31)

🏃🍁 Lace up for the 18th Annual Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon, 13.1 miles of single-track, hills and big views along the Douglas County East/West Trail and through the Backcountry Wilderness Area. Every runner gets a long-sleeve tech shirt, a finisher medal, a pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks and a post-race beer from Living the Dream. Registration is $85 through tonight (10/26), when the price goes up. Start/finish at 11033 Monarch Blvd, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 9 AM More info.

🎃🦇 End your trick-or-treat route at Last Stop Halloween, a free, outdoors-only party at the Highlands Ranch Mansion with a DJ spinning Halloween tunes, treats at the front door and a cash bar with a signature spooky cocktail on the veranda. No reservations needed. Parking is limited (carpool, bike or walk if you can), and pets aren't allowed on the grounds. Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9950 E Gateway Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. 6:30-9 PM More info.

🎸🎃 Keep the party going at Max Taps' Halloween Party, with live music from One Way to Rock. Max Taps, 2680 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. 7-10 PM More info.

Sunday (11/1)

🥕🍂 Stock up one last time at the Highlands Ranch Farmers' Market, wrapping up its season today with fresh, seasonal produce and locally made goods. It runs rain or shine, with free parking in the Town Center garage. Highlands Ranch Town Center, 9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch, CO. 10 AM-2 PM More info.

Fillin' Up Fast

Saturday (11/28)

🎲🎄 Call out "Bingo!" at Booked for the Holidays: Family Bingo, an old-fashioned game featuring children's authors and holiday themes. All ages welcome, so register each guest, and it's already more than 80% full. Event Hall, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 2-3 PM More info.

Tuesday (12/1)

🎅🍪 Snag a spot at Booked for the Holidays: A Visit with Santa, with holiday stories, activities, snacks and special time with the big guy himself. Register each child (grown-ups don't need to), and arrive within the first 30 minutes to be sure you see Santa. Event Hall, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 10-11 AM, 2-3 PM or 6-7 PM More info.

🎲🐉 Roll for initiative at Dungeons & Dragons Gaming and Book Club, where adults and teens 15+ meet monthly to learn and play. No experience necessary! The Studio, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 5-7:30 PM More info.

✍️📚 Pull up a chair at Inklings, a monthly adult book club discussing fiction and nonfiction titles. Event Hall B, 20105 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138. 6-8 PM More info.

Wednesday (12/2)

💌✂️ Make it personal at Booked for the Holidays: Handmade Holiday Cards Workshop, as local artist Paisley Huntoon helps adults create four holiday cards with a mix of papers, embellishments and stamping techniques. All materials provided. Event Hall, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 2-4 PM More info.

🌍📖 Practice and connect at ESL Book Club, a monthly discussion for intermediate and advanced English speakers exploring essays, novels and memoirs about immigrant experiences. Native and fluent speakers are welcome too. First Floor Conference Room, 9292 South Ridgeline Boulevard, Littleton, CO 80129. 5:30-7 PM More info.

🎞️🍿 Settle the debate at The Book Was Better, where adults meet monthly to compare a film with the novel it came from. 2nd Floor Conference Room, 20105 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138. 6-7:30 PM More info.

Saturday (12/5)

🚂☕ All aboard for A Storybook Holiday: The North Pole Express, DCL's celebration of "The Polar Express" with live music and dance, crafts, make-and-take cocoa gifts, photo ops, a hot cocoa bar and a visit with Santa. Saturday's Dinner Edition is $38 for ages 12+ and $32 for ages 3-11, and Sunday (12/6) brings a Brunch Edition (8-11 AM) and a Lunch Edition (12-3 PM) at $35 and $30. Kids 2 and under are free. October's Great Pumpkin edition sold out, so don't wait. Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO 80124. 5-8:30 PM More info.

Sunday (12/13)

🎶🔔 Sing along at Booked for the Holidays: Jingle Jam Sing-Along, a Storytime-style holiday jam with live music that's ideal for families with kids ages 2-5. Register each guest. Event Hall A & B, 9292 South Ridgeline Boulevard, Littleton, CO 80129. 2-2:45 PM More info.

Food Trucks South of 470

They brave the journey, risking life and livelihood to venture this far south, and we tip our hats in salute! 5 convenient locations:

Living the Dream: 9150 Commerce Center Circle, Suite 300, Highlands Ranch CO 80129
Max Taps: 2680 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Sterling Ranch: 8155 Piney River Ave, Littleton, CO 80125
Lone Tree Brewing Company (LTBC) Main: 8200 Park Meadows Drive Suite 8222, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Lone Tree Brewing Company (LTBC) Parker: 18425 Pony Express Drive, Parker, CO 80134

Monday (10/26)

• Living the Dream: Pizza & Pints w/ Parkway Pizza (4-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Philly Monday (2-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Philly On The Go & HipPOPs (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Tangos Pizza and Empanadas (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Eggroll Parker (4-8 PM)

Tuesday (10/27)

• Living the Dream: El Chamaco's Taco Dealer (4-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Wing Daddy's (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: The Husk (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Meaty Boyz BBQ (4-8 PM)

Wednesday (10/28)

• Living the Dream: Wheels On Fire Pizza (3-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Denver Dough Boy (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Samos Grill (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: El Chamacos Taco Dealer (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Tangos Pizza and Empanadas (4-8 PM)

Thursday (10/29)

• Living the Dream: Empanadas Peru Flavors (3-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Sizzle (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Rolling Italian (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: The Burning Oven (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Bailey's Bites (4-8 PM)

Friday (10/30)

• Living the Dream: Abbiocco Italian Street Food (1-8 PM)

• Max Taps: Parkway Pizza (4-8 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: Chibby Wibbitz (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Eggroll Parker (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: La Jefita (4-8 PM)

Saturday (10/31)

• Living the Dream: Tacontento (12-7 PM)

• Sterling Ranch: El Cubanaso (4-8 PM)

• LTBC Main: Dirty Dutchie (12-8 PM)

• LTBC Parker: Celtic Chicken BBQ (12-8 PM)

Sunday (11/1)

• LTBC Parker: La Jefita (12-6 PM)

Weekly Weather

Mon 26 ⛅ 39° 🌡️ 56° 💧 22% 💨 NNE 8 mph
Tue 27 ☀️ 39° 🌡️ 67° 💧 4% 💨 WSW 7 mph
Wed 28 ⛅ 42° 🌡️ 69° 💧 1% 💨 S 8 mph
Thu 29 ⛅ 46° 🌡️ 69° 💧 1% 💨 SSW 7 mph
Fri 30 ⛅ 47° 🌡️ 68° 💧 2% 💨 S 9 mph
Sat 31 ⛅ 42° 🌡️ 63° 💧 24% 💨 S 10 mph
Sun 01 ⛅ 41° 🌡️ 58° 💧 22% 💨 WNW 8 mph
Mon 02 ☁️ 42° 🌡️ 56° 💧 24% 💨 W 10 mph

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