Good morning, Castle Rock.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said the wildfire outlook is average, but experts warned that big fires can occur and urged communities to create defensible space around homes.

Officials stressed that even with an average season, weather factors may trigger wind-driven events — so residents should stay prepared.

Douglas County is holding a citizen survey with 47 questions—residents can submit responses until May 2—with one question on county-owned campgrounds at Sandstone Ranch prompting concerns from locals like Gary Wood and Fire Chief Tim McCawley about potential risks to nearby neighborhoods.

Colorado Walk ‘n’ Wheel for LGS Research

11 AM – 3 PM — Philip S. Miller Park — Free entry — Step together for a breakthrough in understanding Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome with fun family activities.

Family Gardening Day

10 AM – 12 PM — Bison Park — Free — Celebrate spring by planting flowers or vegetables and enjoying snacks and playtime.

Arbor Day Tree Planting

9:30 – 11:30 AM — Mitchell Gulch Park — Free — Celebrate Arbor Day by helping plant trees and enhance local parks.

Dream Dinners Networking Event

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Dream Dinners Castle Rock Meal Prep — Suggested dinner purchase — Connect with locals while enjoying stretching, chair massages, and organic wine.

ColoradoScape Design Workshop

9-11 a.m. — Castle Rock Water Department — Free entry — Explore drought-tolerant landscaping techniques for vibrant ColoradoScapes.

Castle Rock – Chat with the Parkinson’s Pro

10 a.m.-12 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Explore hallucinations and delusions in Parkinson’s Disease with expert insights from Dr. Mike Seidman.

Annual Trolley Tour of Castle Rock

9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the 1965 flood with a scenic trolley tour through Castle Rock.

Public Works Commission Meeting

5:30 p.m. — Town of Castle Rock Service Center — Open to public — Discuss transportation projects and services impacting the community.

Pints and Pours with 105 West Brewing Company

6:30-8:30 p.m. — 105 West Brewing Company — $33 fee — Enjoy craft beer and unleash your creativity with a fun paint pouring class led by local artist Jaena Barrera.

Combo Cast Rehearsal

6-7:15 p.m. — Rising Star Performing Arts — Check for participation requirements — Attend the first rehearsal for upcoming productions and meet the directors.