Grant Ranch Resident Led Community Clubs & Activities 

☕ Coffee in the Park – A Grant Ranch Gathering 

A simple way to connect with neighbors

Coffee in the Park is a relaxed monthly gathering where Grant Ranch neighbors can meet, chat, and enjoy a beautiful Colorado morning together. There’s no agenda—just a chance to slow down, say hello, and build connections with people who live nearby.

Whether you stay for five minutes or an hour, everyone is welcome.

What to Expect

• Casual conversation with neighbors

• Meet new people in the community

• Learn about neighborhood clubs and activities

• Enjoy time outside at the park

What to Bring

• Your favorite coffee, tea, or morning drink

• A chair or blanket

• A friend or neighbor

Event Details

📍 Location: Sunset Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/RUzMQR9nWeeXMDf39

 📅 When: 3rd Saturday of the month
⏰ Time: 9:00am to 10:00am

No RSVP required — just stop by!

Cancellation policy: Temperature <20 degrees, 6+ inches of snow and/or high winds.

Contact:
Name - Grant Ranch Outreach Committee
Email or phone - GrantRanchOutreachCommittee@gmail.com

🏊🏼‍♀️Barracudas Swim Team!

Looking for a way to get your kids active over the summer? Interested in getting to know other parents in the neighborhood? Wanting to spend a little time in the sun? Look no further than the Grant Ranch Barracudas Summer Swim Team! Summer swim runs from May-July and is a great way to keep your kids active and ensure they have tons of fun while doing it. We are welcoming all children ages 4-18 to join the Barracudas. We are currently a team of about 85 swimmers and we have practices 5 days a week and meets on Saturdays. 

What to Expect: 

• Morning Practice Monday-Friday 

  • 11-18 years old 7:00-8:00am 

  • 6-10 years old 8:00-9:00am

• Evening Practice Monday-Wednesday, all ages 6:30-7:45pm

  • Your swimmer is expected to attend 3+ practices per week to be eligible to swim in meets

• Meets on Saturdays from 7:00-11:00am (approximately) 

• Volunteer commitment for parents 5-6 times over the course of the season 

• Several fun team building events throughout the season

• End of season banquet celebrating your swimmer’s accomplishments

• Tons of summer fun! 

Head Coach: Madison Lunt 

Parent Committee President: Tiffany Tripland 

Parent Liaison: Amy Heslip 

For more information, please visit the Barracudas website at: https://grantranch.swimtopia.com/ or please feel free to reach out via email at grant.ranch.barracudas@gmail.com with any additional questions! 

🤝 Connection Circle

Friendship Building for Adults with Diverse Abilities

At the heart of a great neighborhood is the opportunity for every resident to find friendship and a sense of belonging.

Connection Circle is a new Grant Ranch gathering designed to create a welcoming space where adults with diverse abilities or those who are neurodivergent can build meaningful local friendships and social connections.

About the Facilitator

Karen LeFever – Grant Ranch Resident

Karen is a retired special educator with extensive experience working with adult populations. She is passionate about creating supportive environments where people can connect, share experiences, and feel part of the community.

Karen is volunteering to facilitate quarterly gatherings right here in Grant Ranch.

Our Goal

The goal of Connection Circle is simple:

• Create a safe and supportive environment

• Encourage friendship and belonging

• Provide regular opportunities to socialize

• Build a community where everyone feels included
  
  

This group is intended to be welcoming, relaxed, and shaped by the interests of the participants.

Our First Gathering

To get started, we invite interested neighbors and their families to join us for a light meal and informal conversation.

This first gathering will help guide what the group becomes. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas about what kinds of activities they would enjoy throughout the year.

Possible activities may include:

• ·         Game nights

• ·         Craft afternoons

• ·         Shared meals

• ·         Social meetups

• ·         Casual conversation and connection

Future gatherings will be shaped by the interests of the group.

Meeting Schedule

Connection Circle is planned as a quarterly gathering for adults in the Grant Ranch community.

Additional details about dates, locations, and activities will be shared once we understand the level of interest from neighbors.

How to Get Involved

If you or a family member would like to participate, we would love to hear from you. We are currently gathering interest so we can schedule the first meeting.

Contact Karen LeFever

📞 303-588-0547
✉️ lefever.karen@gmail.com

Building a Welcoming Community

Connection Circle is part of a broader effort to ensure every Grant Ranch neighbor has opportunities to connect, form friendships, and feel part of the community.

Together we can help create a neighborhood where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

🎯 Cornhole League

Looking for a fun and social way to spend a summer evening with neighbors? The Grant Ranch Cornhole League brings residents together for friendly competition, laughter, and community connection.

Whether you're a seasoned player or just enjoy tossing a few bags and meeting new people, the league is designed to be welcoming, relaxed, and community-focused.

What to Expect

The Cornhole League is a casual neighborhood league where teams gather to play multiple games each week. It’s a great opportunity to meet neighbors from across Grant Ranch while enjoying a little friendly competition.

• ·         Teams of neighbors playing weekly games

• ·         A relaxed, social atmosphere

• ·         Great way to meet people from other villages in Grant Ranch

• ·         No experience required — beginners are welcome

League Format

• ·         Teams consist of four players

• ·         Multiple games are played each evening up to 6 games a night

• ·         Games are scheduled in short time slots so everyone gets plenty of play time

• ·         Matches take place outdoors in the neighborhood

The goal is simple: have fun and connect with neighbors.

Learn More / League Details

Full schedules, rules, team information, and updates can be found on the Cornhole League website:

🔗 Grant Ranch Cornhole League Information
https://sites.google.com/view/grant-ranch-cornhole-league/league-information

📝 Registration
Please complete the registration form here:

Grant Ranch Cornhole Registration Form

Thursday Nights | 5:15 PM – 8:00 PM

🎯 Setup: 5:15 PM – 5:30 PM
🎯 Practice/Warm-Up: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
🎯 League Play: 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
🎯 Cleanup: 7:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Season #1: June 4 – July 9, 2026
Season #2: July 16 – August 20, 2026

🌭 End-of-Season BBQ & Open Play
Thursday, August 27, 2026

Why We Started the League

The Cornhole League is part of an effort to create more opportunities for neighbors to gather, build friendships, and enjoy the Grant Ranch community together.

Sometimes the best connections start with a simple game and a little friendly competition.

A fun and social league open to all skill levels.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the Grant Ranch Cornhole League, would like to join a team, or want more information about upcoming games, feel free to reach out.

League Organizers

Kelly McDonald
Jim Elmore

📧 Email: grantranchcornhole@gmail.com

🎣 Fishing Club

Grant Ranch has something rare in Colorado — a private lake.
That’s more than a beautiful view. It’s a unique community asset.

For anglers, the lake represents opportunity, camaraderie, and stewardship. The Grant Ranch Fishing Club is being formed to bring together neighbors who enjoy fishing and want to help care for and improve our fishery.

Whether you have fished for decades or have never cast a line, you are welcome to participate.

Our Goals

🏆 Year-Round Friendly Tournament

We hope to organize a fun, year-round tournament that encourages participation and friendly competition.

Possible features include:

• Different species classifications

• Seasonal challenges

• Bragging rights and trophy fish

• Fun competition and potential prizes
  
  

The goal is to keep fishing engaging throughout the year.

🤝 Camaraderie & Knowledge Sharing

The club will also be a place where neighbors can connect and learn from each other.

Activities may include:

• Sharing tackle tips and techniques

• Learning lake-specific fishing strategies

• Helping beginners get started

• Connecting with other anglers in the neighborhood

• Fishing is often better when knowledge and experiences are shared.

🌿 Lake Stewardship & Fishery Improvement

A healthy lake benefits the entire community.

The club hopes to encourage thoughtful discussion about:

• Fish stocking ideas

• Species balance and fish health

• Vegetation and lake conditions

• Long-term fishery improvement
  
  

The goal is to work collaboratively to help maintain a productive and enjoyable fishery.

Why This Matters

Access to a private lake in Colorado is extremely unusual. For many anglers — especially those from the Midwest or Northeast — a well-managed private lake with healthy species and even trophy potential can be a major draw for a community.

This club isn’t about looking backward.
It’s about moving forward with shared knowledge, enthusiasm, and stewardship.

Get Involved

If you’re interested in:

• Fishing

• Learning

• Sharing expertise

• Improving our lake

• Enjoying time outdoors with neighbors
  
  

We would love to hear from you.

Contact:
Mark Marcus
Email: mmarcus@aol.com

Phone:  585-703-9394

🎣 Let’s build a club that strengthens both the fishery and the community.

🌱 BHE Garden & Composting Club at Grant Ranch 🌻

The BHE Garden & Composting Club is a community-led project focused on gardening, composting, sustainability, and bringing neighbors together through hands-on learning and volunteer opportunities. Located at Blue Heron Elementary, the garden is designed to be a shared space where residents, students, and families can help grow flowers, vegetables, pollinator plants, and community connections.

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just curious about composting and sustainable living, everyone is welcome! The club hopes to provide opportunities for:
• Community gardening days
• Composting education
• Pollinator-friendly planting
• Seasonal garden projects
• Kid-friendly learning opportunities
• Volunteer coordination and garden updates

The website will serve as a central hub for garden tasks, project updates, educational resources, volunteer opportunities, and ways for neighbors to get involved.

Initial meeting May 23rd, 2026 9am at the Blue Heron Garden.  Check out the website for future meeting dates.  

Learn more or follow along here:
BHE Garden & Composting Club Website

Contact:  Kelly McDonald

Email:  Kellyrmcdonald@gmail.com

🥾Hiking Club

The Grant Ranch Hiking Club is for neighbors who enjoy getting outside, walking together, and appreciating the beauty around us. It’s a great way to meet new people, enjoy Colorado’s scenery, and spend time in nature.

Our hikes are intended to be leisurely and social, with plenty of time for conversation and community building. All experience levels are welcome.

Monthly Hikes

Date:  2nd Saturday or Sunday of the Month
Meeting Location: Grant Ranch Village Center
Meeting Time: 8:30-9:30 AM Depending on Hike

We will meet at the Village Center and carpool to the trailhead, as parking at the trailhead is limited.

This first hike will be an easy and relaxed walk, perfect for anyone who wants to get outside and connect with neighbors.

What to Expect

• Easy to moderate hikes

• Friendly conversation and community

• Beautiful local scenery

• A welcoming group for all experience levels

• Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and a sense of adventure.

Interested in Joining?

If you would like to participate in the Grant Ranch Hiking Club or learn about future hikes, please contact:

Contact:
Name:  Stephanie Biundo Cavallaro
Email / phone - Scavcm@aol.com 

🥾 Come enjoy the trails and connect with neighbors along the way.

⛵ Lake Sports Club – Wednesdays on the Lake 🛶

Love being on the water or relaxing by the lake with neighbors? The Lake Sports Club is a fun and welcoming way to enjoy summer in Grant Ranch while connecting with others who share an interest in sailing, paddling, and lake life.

The club meets every Wednesday evening during the summer, rain or shine. Many members head out on the water to sail, kayak, canoe, or paddle, while others simply come to relax, visit with neighbors, and enjoy the beautiful setting.

Members are encouraged to bring their own dinner, and a share table is available for appetizers, desserts, or treats to enjoy together. You don't have to go out on the water to participate—the club is just as much about friendship and community as it is about boating.

Whether you're an experienced sailor, interested in trying something new, or simply looking for a relaxing evening by the lake, everyone is welcome to join the fun!

🌅 Come for the lake, stay for the friendships.

💲 Cost: $25 per household for the entire season
👤 Organizer: Peter Penney
📅 Meeting Time: Wednesday evenings (summer season rain or shine)
📧 Email: Heidi Penney  3penneys@comcast.net or Peter Penney pmpenney@comcast.net 

🎶  Music at the Ranch - Live Music Series

Grant Ranch is pleased to announce “Live Music at the Lake.”

Performances will be in a listening-style format similar to the famous Bluebird Café, held in the Blue Heron Room or on the deck/patio, depending on the music style and weather.

🎟 Tickets will be sold through the Grant Ranch HOA.

📞 For more information about the musicians, contact:
Daniel Prewitt – Neighborhood Organizer
✉️ prewittdaniel@yahoo.com
📱 (720) 583-4848

🎤 First Concert

Friday, July 24, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Grant Ranch Recreation Center
7255 W. Grant Ranch Blvd., Denver, CO 80123

Join your neighbors for an evening of live country music featuring Thom Shepherd, an award-winning singer-songwriter known for his engaging performances and hits recorded by country artists including Blake Shelton, George Jones, and Easton Corbin.

Ticket Information

🎟️ Grant Ranch Residents: $25
🎟️ Non-Residents: $30
💲 Early Purchase Discount: Save $5 when tickets are purchased by July 18, 2026.
🚶 Walk-up purchases are welcome on the day of the event.

What to Expect

• Live outdoor country music

• A fun evening with friends and neighbors

• Great opportunity to meet fellow Grant Ranch residents

• Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a summer night at the Ranch!

RSVP

For questions or to RSVP, please contact:

📧 PrewittDaniel@yahoo.com

🌟 Don't miss this special summer concert under the Colorado sky! Invite your neighbors and make it a night to remember. 🎶🤠🌅

🎵 A third concert may be scheduled for October (or sooner) depending on community support for this intimate concert experience with top musicians.

🏡 Small Gatherings – Find Your People 

Many great friendships in a neighborhood start with just a few people getting together. This is a simple way to meet nearby neighbors through small coffee meetups, walks, firepits, or casual gatherings.

Complete a short form and we’ll help connect small groups of 4–6 neighbors who live nearby and share similar interests so you can coordinate a relaxed get-together that works for everyone.

We’ll need both hosts and participants to make this work. The form includes optional selections where you can indicate activities you enjoy, whether you might be open to hosting or simply attending, and demographic information if you choose to share. 

Click here to go to small gatherings information page

🧠 Trivia Night – Raccoon Creek

Join neighbors for a fun evening of trivia, laughter, and friendly competition at Raccoon Creek Golf Course & Grill.

Trivia Night is a relaxed way to meet other Grant Ranch residents, test your knowledge, and enjoy a casual night out. Teams work collaboratively, making it a great way to meet neighbors, share ideas, and learn a few fun facts along the way.

When
• Wednesday nights
• Trivia begins at 7:00 PM
• Arrive by 6:30 PM to order drinks and food and get settled before the game starts

Typical Format
Teams work together to answer a mix of question types each week:

• 10 Multiple Choice Questions
• 10 Single Answer Questions
• “List 5” Question – teams work together to list five items that match the category
• 10 Number Answer Questions – teams guess the number, and the closest answer wins

Weekly Trivia Topics
The trivia category is posted each week in the Grant Ranch Village Facebook group, so you can see the theme ahead of time and plan your team strategy.  Alexis from the Farmhouse also posts the topics on social media each week and at the end of each night, they give out the next week's topic.

Who Should Come
Anyone who enjoys:
• Trivia and games
• Meeting neighbors
• Casual social evenings

How to Participate
Residents can:
• Form a team with friends and neighbors
• Join an existing team
• Come solo and join a table

Trivia is designed to be collaborative and social, so everyone can contribute what they know and enjoy the evening together.