April 28, 2025

Hello, Monday! Let’s get the week started off right! Today, we have some stories from around the County. Live music is heavily featured this week, as Castle Rock has announced their summer concert lineup, along with live music all weekend long! Also, with Cinco de Mayo around the corner, be sure to visit some local businesses to celebrate!

In today’s DougCo Download:

• Castle Rock Summer Concert Series Announced!

• Lone Tree 30th anniversary

• Douglas County Enhances Wildfire Response

• Homes across DougCo

• Music, Tacos, Chess and more!

Let’s get into it.

The Digest

📍Castle Rock 🎶 Tickets for Castle Rock’s 2025 Summer Concert Series Available Now

The Town of Castle Rock’s 2025 Summer Concert Series is here, offering five nights of unforgettable live music at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park! The summer fun kicks off on June 21 with Sugar Ray, followed by a fantastic lineup of performances:

• Saturday, June 21 — Sugar Ray

• Friday, July 11 — Artist announcement coming soon! Stay tuned for a surprise performance.

• Saturday, July 19 — Philadelphia Freedom: A Tribute to Elton John

• Saturday, August 9 — Chris Lane

• Saturday, August 30 — Yachty Got Back with the Denver Pops Orchestra: A retro yacht rock experience, featuring the Denver Pops Orchestra.

Tickets are available now at CRgov.com/Concerts. Whether you’re after a VIP experience or a laid-back night on the lawn, there’s a ticket option for every budget. Get ready for an amazing summer with live music, food trucks, drinks, and the stunning park backdrop.

📍Lone Tree 🚧 Lone Tree Celebrates 30 Years with a Look Back — and Bold Plans for the Future

As Lone Tree prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary this fall, Mayor Marissa Harmon unveiled the city’s new tagline, Deep Roots, New Heights, during the 2025 State of the City address. Harmon reflected on the city’s rich history, from the founding of Schweiger Ranch to major milestones like Park Meadows Mall and the Lone Tree Arts Center.

Looking ahead, she announced a wave of exciting projects, including new housing developments, a justice center, a mobility hub, and the 80-acre High Note Regional Park. Lone Tree continues to honor its past while reaching for a vibrant, innovative future.

Read more here.

📍Highlands Ranch 📚 Douglas County School Board Approves Changes to Elementary Schools in Highlands Ranch, Aiming for Future Growth and Efficiency

The Douglas County School Board has voted to close three elementary schools in Highlands Ranch—Saddle Ranch, Heritage, and Acres Green—by 2026 due to declining enrollment and low birth rates. These schools will be consolidated into nearby schools: Eldorado, Summit View, and Fox Creek. Additionally, the district will transition sixth grade to middle school.

The consolidation plan ensures that all students will continue to receive the necessary resources, while the district will repurpose the empty buildings for future programming. Superintendent Erin Kane emphasized that these adjustments will foster a more sustainable and efficient learning environment, ensuring that the district’s schools can grow with the community in the years to come.

Read here for more details on the school adjustments.

📍Castle Rock 🚁 Douglas County Strengthens Wildfire Response with Expanded Helitack Resources

Douglas County, home to Colorado’s only locally sponsored helitack team, is boosting its wildfire readiness with new "call-when-needed" contracts for aerial firefighting support. The county commissioners approved agreements with multiple vendors, complementing an exclusive-use helicopter already secured for the 2025 fire season. Officials emphasized the urgency of the effort, with wildfire threats growing and property values at risk.

Despite the ramp-up, the county has avoided raising taxes, funding its initiatives through federal and general funds. As Douglas County braces for a potentially active summer, it’s also exploring future partnerships with neighboring counties for even stronger regional wildfire response capabilities.

More about the wildfire prevention here.

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DougCo Homes

Who doesn’t love some real estate window shopping? We’ve rounded up a few intriguing listings—from great deals to dream homes—currently on the market in Douglas County. Dive in and enjoy the views!

Local Events: Monday-Wednesday

This section includes only the major events happening soon. Check the Weekend Sneak Peak later in the issue for some help planning out your weekend!

Family Fun

Page Twisters Book Club
📅 Monday, April 28 | 🕟 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Castle Rock Library – Conference Room F

Kids in grades 4–6 meet monthly to chat about a new chapter book!

Slick Science!
📅 Monday, April 28 | 🕔 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Library – Kids Corner

Love science? Ages 8-12 get a chance to explore science with STEM experiences! This week’s event is waitlisted but make sure to go on and register for the next one on May 19 if interested!

Play Chess!
📅 Monday, April 28 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Parker Library – Event Hall A & B

Drop in for casual games with players of all ages and skill levels!

Castle Rock Chess Club
📅 Monday, April 28 | 🕕 6:00–7:45 PM
📍 Castle Rock Library – Event Hall A & B

Drop in for a friendly chess match—players of all ages and skill levels welcome!

Overbooked Book Club
📅 Tuesday, April 29 | 🕟 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Castle Rock Library – Conference Room D

Middle schoolers (grades 7–8) meet monthly for book discussion, activities, and snacks. 📚✨

Spring Guitar Concert
📅 Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Chaparral High School, Parker | 🎟️ Free

Enjoy an evening of rock, folk, and country music performed by Chaparral High School’s talented guitar students!

Family Media Wellness Book Club
📅 Wednesday, April 30 | 🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch Library – Kids Corner

Families with kids in grades 6–8 are invited to join a discussion on digital safety and smart media use. Registration required (one per family). Pick up the book from staff before the meeting.

Questions? Call 📞 303-791-7323.

Adult Community Events

Community Blood Drive
📅 Wednesday, April 30 | 🕚 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Arts Center

Donate blood and help save lives! Schedule at 877-258-4825 or donors.vitalant.org with code 1353. ❤️

Active Minds: Understanding Syria
📅 Wednesday, April 30 | 🕑 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Library – Event Hall

Explore Syria’s complex history, civil war, and its impact on global affairs with Active Minds.

Adult Events

Brewery Boot Camp
📅 Monday, April 28, 2025 | 🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Brewing Company, 8200 Park Meadows Dr, Lone Tree, CO

Get fit, have fun, and earn your beer! Brewery Boot Camp offers a full-body workout for all fitness levels, followed by discounted drinks. Only $15 for the workout and post-session brew. Cheers to fitness!

Trails N' Ales (Run Club)
📅 Monday, April 28, 2025 | 🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 105 West Brewing Co., Castle Rock

Join the run club at 105 West for a fun run, then enjoy $1 off your beers afterward. All paces welcome!

Trivia Night
📅 Monday, April 28 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Downhill Brewing, 18921 Plaza Dr, Parker

Join us for two rounds of general trivia with Jake Woods Entertainment and a chance to win free beer!

LTBC Run Club
📅 Monday, April 28, 2025 | 🕡 6:30–7:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Brewing Company, 8200 Park Meadows Dr, Lone Tree, CO

Join the Run Club for a 5K run and post-run drinks! All paces welcome, and enjoy 15% off your draft beer tab after the run. Mileage incentives available. Cheers to fitness and fun!

Dart League
📅 Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 🕕 6:00–10:00 PM
📍 105 West Brewing Co., Castle Rock

Join the Dart League for some friendly competition at 105 West Brewing. See you there!

Paint Your Pet
📅 Tuesday, April 29 | 🕕 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 Lone Tree Brewing Company — Parker

Join us for a fun, self-guided pet painting event! Gray Duck Art will turn your pet’s photo into a paint-by-number canvas. No experience needed. Ticket includes canvas, paints, and 1 drink.
Tickets here.

Submit pet photo prior at grayduckart.com/class.

Trivia is Back!
📅 Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Max Taps, Highlands Ranch

Trivia is back with a new, contactless format! Same host, same fun, and great prizes (beer & gift cards). Don’t forget your cell phone! Space is limited, so come early!

JEOPARDY! Bar League Trivia
📅 Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co., 519 Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO

Join the official JEOPARDY! Bar League for 2 hours of trivia fun! It's free to play, with prizes up for grabs. Grab your friends and test your knowledge!

Trivia Night
📅 Wednesday, April 30 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Lone Tree Brewing Company — Parker

Join us for a fun evening of trivia! Test your knowledge and enjoy great company. Prizes for top teams!

Trails N' Ales (Mountain Bike)
📅 Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Meet at Bison Park

Join the group for a fun mountain bike trail ride, and then head back to 105 West Brewing for $1 off beers!

Wednesday Night Dart League
📅 Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 🕕 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Max Taps, Highlands Ranch

Join us for some friendly dart competition every Wednesday!

• Teams welcome

• House darts available, but feel free to bring your own

• Season length based on number of teams

• Gift cards for top teams at the end of the season

Weather

Monday, April 28: 64° / 43° 🌤️ | 30% chance of rain | 💨 W 20 mph
Tuesday, April 29: 65° / 38° 🌥️ | 10% chance of rain | 💨 WSW 12 mph
Wednesday, April 30: 68° / 41° ☀️ | 0% chance of rain | 💨 SSW 10 mph

Weekend Lineup

Friday, May 2
📍 Parker | Live Music @ Lone Tree Brewing - Parker | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Parker | The Emperor’s Groovy New Threads @ PACE Center | ⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch | An Evening with Sandra Dallas @ HR Library | ⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Castle Rock | Live Music @ 105 West Brewing Co | ⏰ 7:00 PM

Saturday, May 3
📍 Lone Tree | Pancake Breakfast @ LT Arts Center | ⏰ 7:30 AM
📍 Castle Rock | Spring Up the Creek @ Castle Rock | ⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Castle Rock | Annual Trolley Tour @ Castle Rock | ⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Lone Tree | Cinco De Mayo Fiesta @ Lone Tree Brewing | ⏰ 11:00 AM/ All Day
📍 Parker | Cinco De Mayo Party @ Lone Tree Brewing - Parker | ⏰ 12:00 PM / All Day
📍 Roxborough Park | Annual Shred-a-thon @ Rox Park | ⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Parker | Bark for Books @ Parker Library | ⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Castle Rock | Bark for Books @ HR Library | ⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch | Tequila and Tacos @ Southridge Rec Center HR | ⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch | Live Music @ Max Taps HR | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Castle Rock | Live Music @ 105 West Brewing | ⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Parker | Music Bingo @ Lone Tree Brewing - Parker | ⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch | Karaoke @ Lansdowne Arms | ⏰ 8:00 PM

Sunday, May 4
📍 Highlands Ranch | Farmer’s Market @ Highlands Ranch City Center | ⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Lone Tree | Bindlestiff Family Circus @ LT Arts Center | ⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 Castle Rock | Live Music @ 105 West Brewing | ⏰ 2:30 PM

We always love hearing from you! If you’ve got a fantastic local event, a hidden gem, or news of a new business opening in Douglas County, send us a message at [email protected]. And don’t forget to share those adorable pet photos for our Wednesday Pet of the Week feature—we’ve been getting such great feedback!

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