Page 19 - August 2020 - The Castle Pines Connection

19 The community of Surrey Ridge is a tight-knit group of families and individuals who join together for parties in the park, Halloween hayrack rides, ladies bridge and many other activities throughout the year. This year, horse lover Renate Nieman organized the inaugural 4th of July community parade through the neighborhood. Smiling neighbors watched as horse and riders, John Deere tractors, an old Model T and kids paraded through the neighborhood. Organizers hope additional enthusiasts will join in the parade next summer. CastlePinesConnection.com MESSAGE FROM THE CASTLE Surrey Ridge 4th of July parade Article and photos by Patte Smith By Terri Wiebold The board of directors and management of Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation have made the decision to temporarily suspend all public activities and pause its public program calendar, including the elimination of large gatherings. The suspension will be e ective August 15 and will continue through the end of the year. “We are joining a long list of public venues across the country that have taken similar actions, as well as assuming a leadership role among our peers in Colorado,” stated Executive Director James Holmes. “This action will aid in protecting the health of our community while accurately re ecting the values of the Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation. The decision was made in response to continued public health risks and Governor Jared Polis’ “Protect Our Neighbors” Executive Order, which places restrictions on large public gatherings. “On behalf of the Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation Board of Directors and sta , I wish to thank you for your continued patronage and support of Cherokee Ranch, Tweet Kimball’s vision, and our scienti c and cultural programs,” stated Holmes in a press release last month. “We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we are able.” August 2020