• 2719 S. Reyes
  • Mesa, AZ 85202
  • Administration: 480-831-8314
  • Recreation Department: 480-831-7464

Jan
18
Tue
Red Cross Blood Drive @ La Casita Grande Room
Jan 18 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The American Red Cross will be conducting another Blood Drive on Tuesday, October 12 in the La Casita Grande Room from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. Your donation is a vital link to the patients whose lives you help save.
 
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.
 
Schedule your blood donation with the Red Cross  at redcrossblood.org.
 
Jan
22
Sat
Bark in the Park @ Laguna Park
Jan 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Our most pup-ular event is back! Bring your pooch to Laguna Park on Saturday, January 22nd from 9:00 am to noon for a fun romp in the park. There will be two fenced in areas... one for medium to large dogs and one for smaller dogs. Plus, you can visit with lots of vendors that cater to your pet.
We'll also have three virtual contests: Ugly Sweater, Best Trick and Pet Owner Lookalike. Rules will be posted on Facebook and Instagram. Submission deadline will be January 12, 2022.
Four levels of sponsorship opportunities are available. Call the Recreation Department for more details at 480-831-7464.
Feb
12
Sat
Parent’s Night Out @ La Casita Grande Room
Feb 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Parents... Here's your chance to have a special night out while your kids play at La Casita! Kids (ages 6-12) will enjoy playing fun games and watching a movie, complete with freshly popped popcorn. There'll be totally rad raffle prizes, too! The cost is only $8 per child.

Online registration on ActiveNet begins on December 12, 2021.

For more info, call the Recreation Department at 480-831-7464.

Feb
13
Sun
Sunday in the Park @ Laguna Park
Feb 13 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Join us at Laguna Park on Sunday, February 13th to kick back and enjoy the rousing repertoire of Jonathan Thomas & The Little Room Band. The band is well known in the area for their foot stomping Americana, Folk, and Bluegrass tunes.
 
Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets and your own (non-alcoholic) refreshments.
Laguna Park is located at 2455 W. Laguna Azul Avenue.
 
Feb
26
Sat
Free Online Zoom SRP Shade Tree Workshop
Feb 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Dobson Ranch is partnering with SRP and Trees Matter on SRP's SHADE TREE PROGRAM again this year. This program gives SRP customers two free, desert-adapted shade trees!

Simply attend the free online ZOOM WORKSHOP on Saturday, February 26 at 10:00 am to learn about eligible trees, the best methods for planting in energy-saving locations, caring for your trees, and more. Then on Saturday, April 9 from 9:00 to 11:00 am, pick up your two free 4- to 6-foot saplings at La Casita's parking lot at 2719 S. Reyes.

For more info and to register, visit www.srpnet.com/shadetrees.

Mar
4
Fri
Movie in the Park @ La Casita Grande Room
Mar 4 @ 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm

EVENT UPDATE: Our Movie in the Park event has been moved indoors to the La Casita Rec Center due to potentially high winds and chance of rain.

"Cruise" on in and get comfy and cozy in the Grande Room at La Casita to watch Disney's JUNGLE CRUISE movie on Friday, March 4th. The movie starts at 6:45 pm. Freshly-popped popcorn  and hot dogs will be available for all to enjoy!

Bring the whole family!
 
Mar
5
Sat
Spring Clean Up @ Dobson Ranch
Mar 5 @ 7:00 am – 1:30 pm
Join your neighbors for a Ranch-wide spruce up on Saturday, March 5th!
 
SELL IT!
Ranch-wide Garage Sales will be back from 7:00 am to 1:30 pm. Watch for more details in Ranchers' RoundUp on how to use your Dobson Ranch App to find out where the garage sales will be and what will be on sale.
 
DUMP IT!
Clean out your garage or yard and dump it in the City of Mesa dumpsters at the Los Altos Parking Lot from 7:00 am to 1:30 pm.
 
SHRED IT!
Safely shred unwanted documents at the La Casita & Saratoga Parking Lots from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. 
 
Mar
7
Mon
Spring Break Camp CANCELLED @ La Casita Recreation Center
Mar 7 @ 8:00 am – Mar 11 @ 5:00 pm
Kids ages 6-12 will love our SPRING BREAK CAMP at the La Casita Recreation Center beginning Monday, March 7 through Friday, March 11. Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. There'll be arts and crafts, games and daily themes to delight everyone!
Register online via ActiveNet or in person at the La Casita Recreation Center.
Mar
16
Wed
Resident 101 Orientation @ La Casita Chica Room
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
New to Dobson Ranch? Please join us on Wednesday, March 16th in the Chica Room at La Casita Recreation Center at 6:00 pm for our second fun and informative Resident 101 Orientation Class.
 
You'll hear overviews about Amenities, Assessments, Communications, Recreation Classes and Events, CC&Rs, and Future Maintenance Projects from our Department Managers.
 
All attendees will receive a Welcome Packet. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations are required: Call Carolyn Burleson at 480-831-8314 to reserve your spot.
 
Mar
18
Fri
Poker – Texas Hold’em Tournament Style @ La Casita Recreation Center
Mar 18 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Poker night is a free monthly program for residents of Dobson Ranch. Come meet your neighbors for a friendly game. Arrive by 6:15pm.

Must be 18 years of age or older.  Meets on the 4th Friday of month (excluding holidays).

 

Mar
24
Thu
Board Candidate Forum @ La Casita Grande Room
Mar 24 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us on Thursday, March 24 at 6:30 pm in the La Casita Grande Room, prior to the Board of Director's Open Session Meeting.

The four Board Candidates will be in attendance to request your votes and respond to questions from the audience. The Board Candidates are as follows (l. to r.): Stephanie Fee, Allen Johnson, Jesse Brown and Cameron Rutherig

 

Mar
25
Fri
BYOB @ La Casita Grande Room
Mar 25 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Our popular BYOB event is back on Friday, March 25 FOR RESIDENTS ONLY from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm in the Grande Room at the La Casita Recreation Center! There'll be wine and beer tasting, prizes and live music and dancing. ID is required for this 21+ event!

Bring a bottle of red or white wine or a 6-pack or Growler of beer to enter into the tasting contest.

Contact the Recreation Department at 480-831-7464 for more details.

Apr
2
Sat
Spring Expo & Pancake Breakfast @ La Casita Recreation Center
Apr 2 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

The 4th Annual Dobson Ranch SPRING EXPO returns on Saturday, April 2 from 8:00 to 11:00 am at La Casita Recreation Center. This event is your opportunity to meet with local businesses and organizations to learn more ways to conserve our natural resources and save money.

Back by popular demand is the release of 10,000 live ladybugs at 10:30 am!

The Spring Expo is held in conjunction with the RETIREES' CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST from 8:00 to 10:00 am. (Pancake breakfast price is $3.00 per person.) There'll be lots of activities for the kids, too, so be sure to bring the entire family for a morning of fun!

 

Apr
9
Sat
Shade Tree Distribution @ La Casita Recreation Center
Apr 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Apr
12
Tue
Annual Meeting of the Members & Election Day @ La Casita Recreation Center
Apr 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us on Tuesday, April 12 outside the La Casita Administration Office for our Annual Meeting of the Members and Election Day.
Or join us live on YouTube @ 7:00 PM
Food and refreshments will be served at 5:30 pm. The menu includes Hawaiian BBQ Chicken/Kalua Pork, Rice, and Macaroni Salad catered by the new HAPA Food Company Hawaiian BBQ Restaurant. For dessert, grab some flavorful shaved ice from Kona Ice. Plus, be sure to get your photo taken in the VW Photo Booth. 
Online voting for Board Member candidates closes at 6:30 pm. The Board Meeting begins at 7:00 pm in the La Casita Grande Room. Election results will be announced.
Apr
15
Fri
Tween Egg Hunt @ Laguna Park
Apr 15 @ 7:15 pm – 8:30 pm

One of the highlights of the Easter season is our Tween Egg Hunt! If you are between the ages of 9 and 13, grab a flashlight and a basket and head on over to Laguna Park at 7:00 pm.

Our Tween Egg Hunt will begin at approximately 7:15 pm. Use your flashlight to find golden eggs to win Great Prizes!

Plus... be sure to enter to win awesome Raffle Prizes and purchase a sweet treat from Kona Ice.

Laguna Park is located at 2455 W. Laguna Azul Avenue.

Apr
16
Sat
Easter Eggstravaganza @ Laguna Park
Apr 16 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join in the eggcitement at our annual Easter Eggstravaganza at Laguna Park on Saturday, April 16 beginning at 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
There'll be plenty of games and crafts, bounce houses, egg hunts by age category, and two popular food trucks to satisfy your hunger and thirst.
And, don't forget... the one and only Easter Bunny will be there too! So, don't forget your camera!
 
Event Timeline:
10:15 am - 0-2 year old Egg Hunt
10:30 am - 3-5 year old Egg Hunt
10:45 am - 6-8 year old Egg Hunt
10:30 - 12:30 Boat Rides
11:15 am Easter Bunny arrives
11:00 am - Kids Egg Toss
11:25 am - Adult Egg Toss
 
Apr
19
Tue
Blood Drive @ La Casita Recreation Center
Apr 19 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
May
13
Fri
Casino Night @ La Casita Grande Room
May 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

If you're feeling lucky, why not join us for a fun-filled evening at the La Casita Grande Room for CASINO NIGHT on Friday, May 13th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm.

Play Black Jack, Craps, and Roulette for just a $5.00 entry fee, which includes $500 in play, hors d'oeuvres and drink voucher for two beers!

This event is open to Dobson Ranch residents only who are 21 years old or older.

 

May
23
Mon
Summer Camp
May 23 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
May
24
Tue
Summer Camp
May 24 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
May
25
Wed
Summer Camp
May 25 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Saving Water & Energy with Dobson Ranch @ La Casita Grande Room
May 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Summer is right around the corner, both City of Mesa and SRP have saving ideas, rebate information, and interesting histories of both Mesa and SRP. Steps taken by homeowners can save money on bills, create more comfort, making our neighborhood, city, state and world more sustainable.
 
In addition, residents that register through the Dobson Ranch App will receive a Smart Thermostat, free of charge, just for attending. Limited to one per address.
 
Come out to the La Casita Grande Room on Wednesday, May 25th for our Saving Water & Energy with Dobson Ranch presentation to learn more. Registration is via the Dobson Ranch App (a total of 75 spots are available).
 
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not have the Dobson Ranch App downloaded, please send your name and address with the number of seats you would like to reserve to nroggio@nulldobsonranch.com. 
 
May
26
Thu
Summer Camp
May 26 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
May
27
Fri
Summer Camp
May 27 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
May
31
Tue
Summer Camp
May 31 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
1
Wed
Summer Camp
Jun 1 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
2
Thu
Summer Camp
Jun 2 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
3
Fri
Summer Camp
Jun 3 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
6
Mon
Summer Camp
Jun 6 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
7
Tue
Summer Camp
Jun 7 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
8
Wed
Summer Camp
Jun 8 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
9
Thu
Summer Camp
Jun 9 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
10
Fri
Summer Camp
Jun 10 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
13
Mon
Summer Camp
Jun 13 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
14
Tue
Summer Camp
Jun 14 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
15
Wed
Summer Camp
Jun 15 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Resident 101 Orientation @ La Casita Recreation Center - Chica Room
Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

New to Dobson Ranch? Please join us on Wednesday, June 15th in the Chica Room at La Casita Recreation Center at 6:00 pm for our third fun and informative Resident 101 Orientation Class.

You'll hear overviews about Amenities, Assessments, Communications, Recreation Classes and Events, CC&Rs, and Future Maintenance Projects from our Department Managers.

All attendees will receive a Welcome Packet. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations are required: Call Christy Tribiana at 480-831-8314 to reserve your spot.

Jun
16
Thu
Summer Camp
Jun 16 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
17
Fri
Summer Camp
Jun 17 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
20
Mon
Summer Camp
Jun 20 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
21
Tue
Summer Camp
Jun 21 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
22
Wed
Summer Camp
Jun 22 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
23
Thu
Summer Camp
Jun 23 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
24
Fri
Summer Camp
Jun 24 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
27
Mon
Summer Camp
Jun 27 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
28
Tue
Summer Camp
Jun 28 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
29
Wed
Summer Camp
Jun 29 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jun
30
Thu
Summer Camp
Jun 30 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
1
Fri
Summer Camp
Jul 1 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
5
Tue
Summer Camp
Jul 5 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
6
Wed
Summer Camp
Jul 6 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
7
Thu
Summer Camp
Jul 7 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
8
Fri
Summer Camp
Jul 8 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
11
Mon
Summer Camp
Jul 11 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
12
Tue
Summer Camp
Jul 12 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
13
Wed
Summer Camp
Jul 13 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
14
Thu
Summer Camp
Jul 14 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
15
Fri
Summer Camp
Jul 15 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
18
Mon
Summer Camp
Jul 18 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
19
Tue
Summer Camp
Jul 19 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
20
Wed
Summer Camp
Jul 20 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
21
Thu
Summer Camp
Jul 21 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
22
Fri
Summer Camp
Jul 22 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
25
Mon
Summer Camp
Jul 25 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
26
Tue
Summer Camp
Jul 26 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
27
Wed
Summer Camp
Jul 27 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
28
Thu
Summer Camp
Jul 28 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
29
Fri
Summer Camp
Jul 29 @ 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Jul
30
Sat
Parent-Junior 9-Hole Golf Tournament @ Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Jul 30 @ 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Enter our Parent-Junior 9-Hole Golf Tournament at Dobson Ranch Golf Course on Saturday, July 30. The tournament will consist of two-person teams with the "Junior" partner between the ages of 8-17. Check-in starts at 4:30 pm and the shotgun start is at 5:00 pm.

The cost is $40* per team and includes: Golf Cart, Hot Dog, Chips and 1 Drink Ticket for the adult. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. 

*Donation to The Pops and Junior Youth Golf Program.

Registration on ActiveNet began on April 15. Call 480-831-7464 with any questions. 

 

Aug
2
Tue
Red Cross Blood Drive @ La Casita Grande Room
Aug 2 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Ranchers - Give the gift of blood and help save lives! One donation can help save up to 3 lives! Register today at redcrossblood.org for our fourth RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE on Tuesday, August 2nd in the Grande Room at La Casita Recreation Center from 1:00 to 6:00 pm.

 

Aug
15
Mon
Kids Golf Clinic @ Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Aug 15 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dobson Ranch Recreation has scheduled one new KIDS GOLF CLINIC in August on Monday, August 15 starting at 5:00 pm at the Dobson Ranch Golf Course. Dobson Ranch kids, ages 7-17 in all skill levels, can sign up for the clinic for FREE! Only 15 spots are available for this fun and engaging clinic, so don't delay... register today on ActiveNet!
 
Call the Recreation Department with any questions at 480-831-7464.
 
Sep
10
Sat
Bark in the Park @ Laguna Park
Sep 10 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Our most pup-ular event is back! Bring your pooch to Laguna Park on Saturday, September 10th from 8:00 am to 11:00 am for a fun romp in the park. There will be two fenced in areas... one for medium to large dogs and one for smaller dogs. Plus, you can visit with lots of vendors that cater to your canine.

We'll also have three in person contests: Best Trick, Most Patriotic Pooch and Pet Owner Lookalike. Sign up at the Dobson Ranch Recreation Tent on the day of the event to participate.

It'll be a paws-itively perfect day for you and your pooch!

PET-RELATED VENDORS AND SPONSORS NEEDED! Four levels of sponsorship opportunities are available: The Yorkie - $25; The Beagle - $50; The Husky - $75; and The Great Dane - $100. Call the Recreation Department for more details at 480-831-7464.

Sep
15
Thu
Emergency Board of Directors Executive Session @ La Casita Recreation Center - Chica Room
Sep 15 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sep
19
Mon
Kids Golf Clinic @ Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Sep 19 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dobson Ranch Recreation has scheduled another new KIDS GOLF CLINIC in September on Monday, September 19 starting at 5:00 pm at the Dobson Ranch Golf Course. Dobson Ranch kids, ages 7-17 in all skill levels, can sign up for the clinic for FREE! Only 15 spots are available for this fun and engaging clinic, so don't delay... register today on ActiveNet!
 
Call the Recreation Department with any questions at 480-831-7464.