Castle Rock Crew #013

Local Spotlight:

Humane Colorado

Who doesn’t love cute animals? Well, I stopped by the Buddy Center here in Castle Rock to check out what sort of animals they had there, and it’s definitely a great place to start if you’re looking to add a furry friend to your household. The Buddy Center is part of Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League. They may have a new name (thank goodness!), but they remain one of the oldest animal welfare organizations, as they were founded over a hundred years ago by Jean Milne Gower after she learned about a similar organization in London. On September 8th of 1910, the organization was incorporated in CO and started housing stray dogs in Edgewater (the city made them move for “disturbing the peace”). After moving to downtown Denver, the Dumb Friends League, now Humane Colorado, continued to grow slowly but surely, opening receiving stations in Arvada and Littleton, and eventually constructing its current headquarters on Quebec St. Fast forward to today and they have five different locations, including a veterinary hospital at CSU Spur, an equine adoption and rehabilitation center in Franktown, and three full-service shelters in Alamosa, Denver, and here in Castle Rock.

So, what exactly does Humane Colorado do? It provides adoption, shelter, veterinary, community and educational services across five different locations. The Buddy Center, which opened in 2002 in Castle Rock, is a full-service shelter offering adoptions, pet admissions, lost-and-found services, and humane education opportunities for the public. They don’t list it, but they seem to provide distraction services as well, since going on their website to see what dogs are available for adoption continues to be a great way for me to avoid doing anything productive. Look at these guys and girls…Adoptable Dogs.

I think Sadie was my favorite one, though:

Don’t worry, if you’re not a dog person they’ve got cats, bunnies, guinea pigs, horses and other types of animals that you can adopt because they basically do it all!

Here’s a look at what they were able to accomplish in FY 2024:

• welcomed 20,000+ homeless pets into their three open-admission shelters

• reached 13,000+ children and adults with their humane educators

• served 26,000+ pets through their Community Veterinary Services

• provided 343,000+ nights of safety to animals in need at their facility

Here’s how you can get involved and help them accomplish even more in 2025:

Adopt!

Foster! (aka just acting like you’re not going to adopt, and then adopting)

Volunteer!

Donate!

Attend events like The Furry Scurry annual benefit on May 3^rd or check local events for kids to practice their reading or volunteer.

Read adoption stories that will make you want to get involved!

They also have other resources and educational opportunities for you to take advantage of, including advocacy initiatives and corporate partnerships.

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Sports:

• Broncos - only things this week were the re-signing of Mike Burton at Fullback and the signing of Sam Ehlinger at QB. Ehlinger just wrapped up his rookie contract with the Colts, and will round out the QB room after Zach Wilson’s departure to the Dolphins during free agency.

• Nuggets - the Nugs have bounced back with the return of Jokić. He channeled his inner Magic Johnson this past week with beautiful dimes against the Bucks and the Jazz. He also knocked in another long ball from about ¾ of the court away from the basket. I don’t know how he doesn’t win MVP…even with SGA doing what he’s doing…With these two wins, the Nugs remain at 3rd in the Western Conference with a record of 47-28.

• Avalanche - the Avs put up a good amount of goals this past week with wins over the Red Wings, and Kings. They fell to the Blues and the Flames (and made me revise this after being up 2-0 in the 3rd). They sit at third in the Central Division with a record of 45-26-4.

• Rockies - the Rockies began their season this past week and have a record of 1-3 with a win over the Rays and losses to the Rays (2) and Phillies. Opening day here at Coors Field is on Friday, April 4th.

• CU Buffs - Deion Sanders signed an extension through 2029 that’s good for $10mm+ a year. Some think that the way his contract is structured with the buyout figures dropping quickly that it leaves the door open for an NFL exit at some point. He has said that he would only leave for the NFL if it were to coach his son Shedeur.

• Rapids: The Rapids jumped up to 5th in the Western Conference after a solid 2-0 win over Charlotte. Their record is now 3-1-2.

• NWSL - the U.S. Women’s National Team will face Ireland in two matches in June, one of which will be at DICK’s Sporting Goods Park on June 26th. Get tickets.

• Colorado Mammoth - trouble continues for the Mammoth as they fell to the Saskatchewan Rush 12-17. They dropped to 6th with a record of 8-7. Their next two games are here at home at Ball Arena on Saturday, April 5th versus the Bandits and Sunday, April 13th versus the Rush.

Events:

Clover’s Closet 7th Annual Prom Pop-up - this amazing opportunity for high schoolers to get decked out for Prom for free continues this week! Clothes for both young ladies and gentlemen are available.

Tuesday, 4/1:

The Office Co. | Bar & Kitchen (everyday) - Happy Hour - 2:00pm-7:00pm

Courtyard Social (every weekday) - Happy Hour - 2:30pm-5:00pm

The Whiskey Lodge - 50 Cent Wings - 3:00pm-10:00pm

Bucketlist Tavern (every weekday) - Happy Hour - 3:00pm-6:00pm

I.C. Brewhouse - Trivia - 6:30pm

Sinners & Saints - Sushi Rolling 101 - 6:30pm-8:30pm - tix

Elizabeth Brews - Trivia - 7:00pm

Wild Blue Yonder - JEOPARDY! Bar League Trivia - 7:00pm-9:00pm

Wednesday, 4/2:

Douglas County Fairgrounds - JBF Clothes Sale - 10:00am+ - Prime Time Presale tix here.

Sinners & Saints - Local Business Happy Hour - 4:00pm-7:00pm - deets

Sinners & Saints - Barrel Buddies - 7:00pm-10:00pm - tickets

Hideaway Bar & Grill - DJ Trivia - 7:00pm-9:00pm

Thursday, 4/3:

Douglas County Fairgrounds - JBF Clothes Sale - 9:00am+ - thru Sun - details here

RNK Running - CHOG - 6:00pm - deets

Eagles 3947 - Dart Blind Draw - No membership required ($10 buy-in) - 6:00pm

Crowfoot Valley Coffee - Trivia - 6:00pm

Wide Open Saloon - Country Dance Night w/ Dance Instructor - 6:00-7:30pm+

Hideaway Bar & Grill - Karaoke with Big E Entertainment - 8:00pm-12:00am

Friday, 4/4:

Honnibrook Craft Meadery - Live Music! Asha Blaine - 6:00pm-9:00pm

Cantril School - Instructor Showcase - 6:00pm-7:30pm

Wide Open Saloon - Live Music! Randy Burghardt - 7:00pm-10:30pm

Sinners & Saints - Guys on Boxes at the Altar - 8:00pm-10:00pm

Saturday, 4/5:

105 West Brewing - Live Music! Off Ramp - 6:30pm-9:30pm

Wide Open Saloon - Live Music! Buckshot Creek - 7:00pm-10:30pm

Cherokee Ranch - Vamonos Pest - 6:30pm - tix

Hideaway Bar & Grill - Karaoke with Big E Entertainment - 8:00pm-12:00am

Sunday, 4/6:

Lost Runners - Lost Coffee (RNK event as well) - 8:00am - details

Monday, 4/7:

Bucketlist Tavern - Kids eat free (w/ purchase) - open to close every Monday

Heads up on events that are further out:

Castle Rock Film Festival - April 10th to 12th - get tix here

• Locals only - April 10th - 6:00pm (only available to VIP ticket holders)

• The Comedy & Drama Hour - April 11th - 7:00pm

• THE MIDNIGHT CLUB - Horror, Sci-fi and Weird films - April 11th - 9:30pm

• RISING STARS - Movies from Rising Stars - April 12th - 3:30pm

• ROCK THE WORLD - Music Videos and Docs - April 12th - 7:00pm

The Grange - Sound Bath - April 9th - 6:30pm-8:00pm - register

The Grange - Kid’s Night Out - April 11th - 5:00pm-7:30pm - register

Wine Tasting at Cherokee Ranch and Castle on April 11th - get tix here

Douglas County Fairgrounds - Castle Rock Home Show - April 11th-13th

Vuori is opening up at the Outlets - was supposed to be April 12th, but we will see…

Rec Center - Parks & Rec Summer Job Fair - April 12th - 3:00pm-6:00pm

Sinatra Tribute Show LIVE! at Cherokee Ranch and Castle on April 18th - get tix here

Bison Park - Eggstravaganza in the Meadows - April 19th - 11:00am-1:00pm - deets

A Special Egg Hunt hosted by Front Range Church on April 19th. Details here

Murder & Mystery - A Dance With Death at Cherokee Ranch and Castle on April 25th - get tix here

⚠️ Please verify event details and availability with the respective venues or organizers, as schedules may change.

Let us know of any events, locations, establishments, or businesses that you would like us to highlight in coming editions. [email protected]

Sponsorship

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Photo of the week:

Someone took advantage of the nice weather this past Friday and hiked to the dam at Castlewood Canyon.

Do something fun or snap a photo of something cool? Send it to [email protected] if you want to share it!

Jobs:

I.C. Brewhouse - server, bartender, and cook positions

Outlets - check out positions at places like Tumi, Calvin Klein, and Vuori here

Let us know if you’re hiring and we’ll drop your job opening here. [email protected]

Snow Report:

• Aspen Snowmass - 40-67” base

• Breckenridge - 63” base

• Copper Mountain - 65-80” base

• Keystone - 61” base

• Vail - 66” base

• Winter Park - 65-73” base

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