Good morning, Castle Rock.

Colorado residents and law enforcement joined a nationwide effort on National Drug Take Back Day to safely dispose of unused medications at collection sites such as the Highlands Ranch Substation, where community members brought their medications between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sheriff Darren Weekly said the effort aims to reduce risks of teen misuse plus offers a year-round option for safe disposal at the substation on weekdays.

Dakota Ridge boys lacrosse beat Golden 12-5 on April 23 at Trailblazer Stadium to stay the only undefeated team in league play.

The Eagles will play their final regular season game on April 30 at Conifer High School with a chance to clinch a third straight Class 4A Foothills League title.

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!

Soulful Sober Sessions Open Mic

7-9 p.m. — HardBeauty Headquarters — Free entry — Experience an uplifting night of creativity and community performances in a supportive environment.