Grapenuts: Sips & Potluck
2022-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Grapenuts is a wine appreciation club. Catch up with neighbors and hear stories about their summer adventures. Attendees are asked to bring an unopened bottle of wine as well as a favorite dish to share.

Food Truck Night
2022-09-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Enjoy a night off from cooking as some of the Valley’s best food trucks roll into DC Ranch.
Choose from the bright flavors of Sunny's Thai Kitchen or gourmet seafood options from Brother's Seafood Sandwiches.

Gives: Group Service Project
2022-09-17 07:15 - 10:30 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Animal lovers wanted, no experience necessary! Volunteers ages 16+ will be walking shelter dogs and making toys/treats with the Arizona Humane Society.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that can get dirty. Transportation and a Gives volunteer shirt will be provided. This volunteer opportunity is outdoors so remember to bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.
Meet at The Homestead by 7:15 a.m.; bus leaves promptly at 7:30 a.m. $5 registration will be donated to Arizona Humane Society.

Community Council Board of Directors Meeting
2022-09-22 17:30 - 18:30 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
This meeting will be held at The Homestead and via Zoom (link in agenda).
View meeting materials.

Women's Self Defense Class
2022-09-24 09:00 - 11:00 | AZ
Calling all women ages 16+. Peaceful Warrior Martial Arts is hosting a powerful workshop to teach residents how to:
- Carry oneself confidently
- Use everyday items as lethal weapons
- Defend against multiple attacks and holds
- Move and strike with great force
- Use a powerful voice
- Gain control ASAP
Join instructor Tiffany Richards, a second-degree black belt and nationally sought-after self-defense expert, at her studio located in Scottsdale Airpark.

Game Night: Cornhole Tournament
2022-09-24 17:30 - 19:00 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Cornhole is a popular bean bag toss game that everyone can play! No previous experience required. Bring a partner or register as an individual and join neighbors for some friendly fun inside the air-conditioned hall. Prizes include a custom cornhole board set and gift cards from local businesses. Entertainment, beverages and light bites included.

Modification Committee Meeting
2022-09-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-25 16:00 - 17:00 | The Ranch Offices on Market Street, 20551 N. Pima Road Suite 180, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Modification requests must be submitted one week prior to the meeting. Agendas are posted here. Attend in the conference room or via Zoom.
For additional information, contact the Director of Modifications at 480.419.5301.

Security Committee Meeting
2022-09-28 18:00 - 19:00 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States

Paint Your Pet
2022-09-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Celebrate your fur baby with a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Painting instructor Carrie Curran will create a hand-drawn version of your pet and lead participants through the painting techniques to make it frame worthy. All art supplies, beverages and light bites included.
Participants must email a photo of their pet by Sept. 25. For more information, contact Lindsay.vanegas@dcranchinc.com.
Register

Beginner I Pickleball Clinic
2022-10-01 06:30 - 08:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Discover the exciting sport of Pickleball with this 2-Day instructional clinic. A USAPA Pickleball instructor will teach beginners the basic rules of the game and how to hit the ball. A limited number of spaces are available. Please remember to bring a paddle and water bottle.
Session 1: Oct. 1 & 8
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Session 2: Oct. 15 & 22
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Beginner II Pickleball Clinic
2022-10-01 08:30 - 10:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
This 2-day course is designed for players that have already taken the Beginner I course or intermediate players looking to advance their game. Please remember to bring a paddle and water bottle. Certified instructor Mike Hughes will cover topics including:
-Brief review of beginner course
-3rd shot drops and drives
-Reflex volleys
-Push dink strategies and more
Session 1: Oct. 1 & 8
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Session 2: Oct. 15 & 22
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Gives: Blood Drive
2022-10-01 09:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
The American Red Cross has an ongoing critical need for blood donations. Blood is essential for surgeries, cancer treatments, chronic illnesses and traumatic injuries. Make a lifesaving appointment (ages 16+) conveniently located at The Homestead.
Facts about blood needs:
- Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets.
- Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S.
- Blood and platelets cannot be manufactured; they can only come from volunteer donors.
- The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O.
- One donation can help save more than one life.

Firewise Committee Meeting
2022-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | The Ranch Offices on Market Street, 20551 N. Pima Road Suite 180, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States

Hand and Foot Canasta
2022-10-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Join other residents for a friendly card game. New to playing Hand and Foot? This variation of Canasta is easy to learn and the group will teach you along the way. Instructions available upon request.
Playing is free. Please RSVP to ensure there are enough players. Bring your own snacks and come socialize!
RSVP

Food Truck Night
2022-10-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Take the night off cooking as some of the Valley's best food trucks roll into DC Ranch.
Bonzai Boyz will tantalize your tastebuds with Asian fusion cuisine. Come bite into a mouth watering Bao Bun, signature Dragon Wings or tasty potstickers.
Hot Pot Caribbean Cuisine brings authentic Jamaican style cuisine and spices for the true island experience. Save room for rum cake!

Ranch Association Annual Budget Workshop
2022-10-10 18:00 - 19:30 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Meeting materials can be found here. Residents may also attend via Zoom.

Grapenuts: Spooktacular Pairings
2022-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Get in the Halloween spirit! Learn which candy pairings are a TRICK and which ones are a TREAT. Residents should bring a bottle of wine to share with the group, as well as a traditional Halloween candy that pairs with it and some fun facts about your pairing. Seating is limited.
Grapenuts is a DC Ranch wine appreciation group that meets monthly. Please email Samantha Canchola with any questions.

Hand and Foot Canasta
2022-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Join other residents for a fun, friendly game. New to playing Hand and Foot? This variation of Canasta is easy to learn and the group will teach you along the way. Instructions available upon request.

Women's Club: Bingo & Vino
2022-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Back by popular demand! Try your luck with Bingo and win prizes while enjoying wine and small bites.
Limited seating available; $12 reserves a spot and includes bingo game sheets to use all evening.

Canceled - Homecoming Dance
2022-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to put on those dancing shoes and celebrate the return of fall. Dress from your favorite decade and join other residents for a night of music, dancing, light bites and beverages.

Speaker Series: Adventures of a Travel Writer
2022-10-19 18:00 - 19:30 | The Homestead Community Center, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Hear about the fascinating, humorous -- and sometimes harrowing -- experiences of a travel writer. Dan Fellner is an eight-time Fulbright Fellow who has taught journalism and communications at Arizona State and universities in Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia. He has visited 120 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and published more than 120 travel articles in such publications as USA Today, The Arizona Republic and The Washington Post.
Doors open at 6 p.m.; Speaker begins at 6:30 p.m.

Hand and Foot Canasta
2022-10-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Join other residents for a fun, friendly game. New to playing Hand and Foot? This variation of Canasta is easy to learn and the group will teach you along the way. Instructions available upon request.
Playing is free. Please RSVP to ensure there are enough players. Bring your own snacks and come socialize!
RSVP

Food Truck Night
2022-10-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Take the night off cooking as some of the Valley's best food trucks roll into DC Ranch.
Jazzy Z's Cajun Cuisine brings a New Orleans and Texas style cuisine that features seafood, poultry, handcrafted andouille sausage and a variety of side dishes.

Moonlight Movie: Hook
2022-10-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Pack a blanket, lawn seating and a picnic to join neighbors for a movie under the stars. The whole family will enjoy the pirate classic adventure film Hook starring Robin Williams. Snacks and beverages included. Kids will also have the opportunity to make their own pirate hook hand prior to the movie start time!
Doors open at 5:30; movie begins at 6 p.m.
About the movie:
When Captain James Hook kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan must return to Neverland and reclaim his youthful spirit in order to challenge his old enemy. Rated PG.

The Pirate Life: Rum Tasting
2022-10-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Join a Captain of cocktails to learn about the nuances of rum from different regions. Participants will enjoy a “tropical paradise” with island music. Beverages and light bites included.

Ahoy! Prickly Pumpkin Patch
2022-10-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Calling all young pirates to come pick their favorite pumpkin to take home, carve and decorate. This annual tradition makes a great photo op. Cookies and juice will be provided.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. No fee for adults; please limit 2 adults per child (ages 0-8).

Spooky Carnival: Pirates Cove
2022-10-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
A haunted ghost-ship has been marooned in DC Ranch! Those brave enough to visit will join the crew of pirates for a night of grub, games, bounty, shanties and swash-buckling fun. Wear ye best costume or walk the plank.
Menu: Pineapple Chicken (GF), BBQ Pulled Pork (GF), Jerk Sweet Potato & Black Bean Curry (V, GF), Coconut rice cilantro & lime (V, GF), Stir Fry Vegetables (V, GF), Lemon mousse with berries (GF), Carmelitas cookies.
Tickets required for ages 4+ only. Early registration ($12) opens Sept. 19; regular registration ($15) Oct. 24-29. 6 ticket purchase limit per household.
Parking is available at both community centers. A complimentary shuttle will pick up at The Homestead starting at 4:45 p.m. and drop off at Desert Camp. It will make the last drop-off to The Homestead at 8:15 p.m.

Gives: Books & Toys for Babies Drive
2022-11-01 - 2022-12-20 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
DC Ranch Gives is supporting March of Dimes by collecting items for newborns in the NICU. Brighten a family's holiday season with new books and toys to bring home after their hospital stay.
Suggested items include new (in box): rattles, large rings, squeeze toys, teething toys, soft dolls, textured balls, vinyl and board books. Please drop off donations at Desert Camp Community Center during regular lobby hours from Nov. 1-Dec. 20.
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies by supporting research, leading programs and providing education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start.

Gives: Story Time
2022-11-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Desert Camp Community Center, 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, United States
Bring little ones and a book or toy donation to enjoy story time with March of Dimes and kick-off the Books & Toys for Babies Drive! Limited seating available. Crafts and snacks provided.
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies by supporting research, leading programs and providing education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. This year, DC Ranch Gives is collecting books and toys for babies that families can bring home after their NICU stay. Suggested items include new (in box): rattles, large rings, squeeze toys, teething toys, soft dolls, textured balls, vinyl and board books.
If unable to attend, donations can be dropped off at Desert Camp Community Center during business hours from Nov. 1 - Dec. 20.
Contact Devin Haggerty for questions.
