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Friday, April 10th, 2026

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Good morning, Castle Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Residents face a risk of missing life-saving notifications as Arapahoe and Douglas counties switched emergency alert systems after a cyberattack last year — only about 23,000 of 120,000 previously registered are now enrolled, and officials urge quick sign-ups ahead of wildfire season.  Denver7
  • First responders in the area are getting new training through WICC (Wildfire Initiated Community Conflagration) workshops to standardize practices for quick wildfire response. Officials from Boulder and Douglas Counties (including Larkspur Fire Lt. Rusty Booth) urge residents to sign up for alert systems as trainings improve coordination.  Denver7

EVENTS

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  • Wine and Chocolate Pairing Experience

    7-9 p.m. — COFF33 — Ticket required — Indulge in a delightful tasting of four unique wines paired with four exquisite chocolates from a local chocolatier.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Constellations Wood OR Tote Bag Painting

    6-9 p.m. — Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co. — $48 or $55 per painter — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting night while enjoying the brewery's atmosphere.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • Trivia Night at 105 West Brewing Company

    6-8 p.m. — 105 West Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying craft beer and competing for prizes.

    Thu, 4/16/26

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  • John Wise Band Live at Sinners and Saints

    8-11 p.m. — Sinners & Saints — Free entry — Experience the dynamic blend of blues, jazz, R&B, funk, and island rhythms from a Colorado-based ensemble.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • Rooted Together: A Workshop About Care in Hard Times

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Reconnect and find solace in community during challenging times.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • Sunday Salmon Community Dinner

    6-7:30 p.m. — Sunday Salmon — Free entry — A welcoming space for all to gather and share a delicious organic meal together.

    Sun, 4/19/26

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  • Trivia Night: Heavy Metal Edition

    7 PM – 1 AM — Honnibrook Craft Meadery — Free entry — Enjoy a casual trivia night focused on heavy metal with good vibes and great company.

    Tue, 4/21/26

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  • Wild in Our Town

    6-7:30 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Discover local wildlife and learn how to safely interact with nature at this educational event.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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  • Wine and Chocolate Tasting

    7-9 p.m. — COFF33 — Cost varies — Indulge in a delightful pairing of four wines with four gourmet chocolates in Castle Rock.

    Fri, 4/24/26

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  • Adult Spelling Bee

    6-8 p.m. — Alidade Brewing — Free entry — Test your spelling skills and enjoy local craft beer in a fun competition.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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