Good morning, Castle Rock.

Colorado lawmakers passed House Bill 25-1004 that bans landlords from using artificial intelligence algorithms to set rent prices—aiming to stop collusion—and Governor Jared Polis will review the bill before it may become law.

Castle Rock residents are upset after the Douglas County School District declared the 20.9-acre middle school site surplus in the Crystal Valley Ranch neighborhood, canceling plans for a school.

The town council tabled the reconveyance ordinance to allow more public input, and a developer now plans 112 single-family homes on the parcel—raising concerns over community expectations.

The Town will begin work to widen Crowfoot Valley Road from Knobcone Drive to Macanta Boulevard on May 12 and will finish by the end of summer 2026.

The project will add lanes, new turn pockets, raised medians, and a traffic signal at Sapphire Pointe Boulevard (ready by late summer), and drivers should plan for lane closures and detours.

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.

Fangdango MTB Race

2-10 p.m. — Phillip S. Miller Park — Check website for entry fees — Experience thrilling climbs and technical descents on this scenic mountain bike race course.

Castle Rock Cars and Coffee

7-9 a.m. — The Old North End Restaurant & Deli — $15/person — Come enjoy French toast and great company in a cozy setting.

Social Security & Retirement Planning Seminar

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Discover retirement income strategies through insightful discussion on investments and insurance products.

Larkspur Area Chamber Monthly Mixer

11:30 PM - 1:00 AM — 4991 N Silverlace Dr, Castle Rock, CO — Free entry — Networking opportunity for local businesses to connect and share their services.

Basics of Birdwatching Guided Walk (Part 2)

8-10 a.m. — East Plum Creek Trail - Meadows Trailhead and Parking — Free entry — Enjoy a peaceful morning stroll in search of migratory songbirds and birds of prey.

Workshop by Jim Garey at Douglas County Libraries

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions at this community workshop.

Pet Partners Handler Training Workshop

9 a.m.–5 p.m. — AdventHealth Castle Rock — Required for volunteers — Gain essential training to help your animal support diverse populations as a therapy animal.

License to Quilt Class

10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Sew-Ciety, Inc. — Rental fee applies — Learn essential techniques for using HandiQuilter longarms in this introductory class.