Good morning, Castle Rock.

On Friday, the Colorado Senate overrode Gov. Jared Polis’ veto of a social media bill aimed at protecting children by a vote of 29—6, marking the first veto override in 14 years; the Colorado House is expected to vote soon on the measure.

A bill to let anyone use Naloxone in schools without training passed both chambers and now awaits Governor Jared Polis’s review.

Senator Janice Marchman said the measure was prompted by the opioid crisis and aims to make it easier to help students in emergencies — a change supported by both parties.

A dispute among Elk Creek Fire leaders from nearly 15 years ago is a key issue in the upcoming May 6 board election as former chiefs warn that electing Michael Bartlett or Todd Wagner could revive old divisions.

Critics point to past instability and constant leadership changes that disrupted the department—raising concerns over future public safety.

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.

Castle Rock Jigsaw Jam

6-9 p.m. — Inconceivable Toys & Games — $40 per team — Compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle the fastest and win prizes!