Castle Rock Crew #023

LaLa's, ROCK-IT RUN and Father's Day!

June 10, 2025

First and foremost, we’re less than a month away from the 4th of July, and I’ve got something for you to put on your radar now so you’re not scrambling for plans at the last minute like every other year (or maybe that’s just me). I caught up with my friend Jason, who runs the July 4th ROCK-IT RUN presented by Run to Change Lives. I’d encourage you to sign-up, volunteer, or even consider getting a vendor booth if you’re a business owner.

I’ll share more details soon, but they’ve got a 5K, a half marathon (with a relay option), a 1K Little ROCK-IT RUN, a Patriotic Pets Parade, and a free post-race concert. It’s the perfect way to kick off your 4th of July—burn a few calories in the morning, then eat and drink guilt-free at the party later.

Jason’s really looking for more volunteers, so if you’ve got time (or a teenager 15+ who could use a little summer service), it’d be a great way to help out. There are also a few vendor booth spots still open, and I agree with Jason that vendors at his events always do well. I left the ShamROCK Stampede with a new chiropractor and a window washer!

In other news, the indulgence continued this week with a stop at LaLa’s to have “breakfast” with my sister (I know, I really need to stop starting the day off with sweets). I think my Dutch ancestors are probably rolling over in their graves because I didn’t opt for the Stroopwafel Milk Tea…oops, guess I’ll just have to go back.

To balance things out (kind of), I went with a black cold brew and split a vanilla donut and a red velvet financier—both dairy and/or gluten-free, so basically healthy, right? Honestly, I don’t think I’d ever heard of a financier before, but I felt very sophisticated ordering it. Both were excellent, and I highly recommend trying them. I also took a few reluctant bites of my sister’s crustless quiche so I could pretend I ate something besides carbs—also delicious. That earned me a few sips of her Belgian Cookie Latte.

Anyway, LaLa’s is worth a visit for coffee, a treat, or even a quiet place to get some work done. The space is clean, cozy, and well worth the stop.

Donut & Financier

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Hours:

Mon-Sat: 7:00am-5:00pm

Sun: 7:00am-2:00pm

Please stop by and give them a try!

I’m trying to figure out what I’ll try next. I’ll have plenty of more options here shortly with BAGL, Apres Coffee, BMAN’s BBQ and The Compas coming to Ecclesia soon. Additionally, Alidade Brewing is slated to open soon (June 21st).

Event season is in full swing, and we’ll be celebrating all of the fathers out there this week!

Father’s Day Lineup

Things to do:

  • Dads, Dogs, Grill & Chill - June 14th from 10:00am to 3:00pm - for the dog-loving dad, check out this event with food, live music, and more!

  • Classic Car Show - June 13th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and June 14th from 10:00am to 3:00pm - as mentioned last week, you’ve got options on both Friday and Saturday for all sorts of fun.

  • Friday Night Market - June 13th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm - if you want to switch things up and head to Elizabeth for the Jason Wulf Band, food trucks, local vendors, kid activities, beer, wine and more.

Ideas to Make Pops Feel Special:

Dining Recs for Father's Day:

  • Wide Open Saloon - Father’s Day Brunch - it’s bottomless from either 10:00am to 12:00pm or 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Reservations recommended - email [email protected]

  • Cherokee Ranch & Castle - Father’s Day Brunch with a self guided tour! Get tickets here.

  • Union – An American Bistro - I just ate here last week so want to recommend it again. Beyond a bunch of fun appetizers, I had the southwest salad which was great, and then was a bad boy and had their PB Bites which are excellent and extremely cheap…reservations here

  • Trestles Coastal Cuisine - Treat your dad and join them for Father’s Day from 11:00am to 8:00pm. I’ve been plenty of times for dinner, but need to go for brunch at some point after someone said it was amazing!

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Sports:

  • Nuggets - not sure it’s been confirmed yet, but it sounds like the All-Star format next year might see the USA versus the world’s stars, which could be an interesting twist…OKC bounced back to tie the series 1-1 after the Pacers stole Game 1 at literally the last second. I’m torn, but I’ll likely be sad if OKC wins after we took them to a Game 7 and had plenty of opportunities to win the series.

  • Avalanche - forward Brock Nelson was signed to a three-year contract.

  • Rockies - are the Rockies getting hot?? They just got their first series win of the season…it’s just too bad it was against the next worst team in the NL…a team whose catcher threw a ball into the pitcher’s head while attempting a throw to second base in warmups (maybe the pitcher’s fault?)…record is 12-53.

  • Rapids - the Rapids were favored in their match against Austin, but got shut out in a 2-0 loss on Saturday. They’ve dropped to 9th in the Western Conference with a record of 6-7-4 and 22 points. They face Orlando City this weekend.

  • NWSL - a familiar face in Peyton Manning is joining the ownership group.

  • French Open - Coco Gauff won her second Grand Slam after dropping the first set to Sabalenka. That’s two in a row for American women after Madison Keys won the Australian Open earlier this year! The last two American men lost in the quarterfinals. On the men’s side, Alcaraz claimed the trophy after an epic final against Sinner — one for the ages!

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Events:

Castle Rock Chamber is having their annual Sip & Savor on June 28th at 5:00pm - it is a new and improved “Wine Fest” with a New Theme, New Location, and New Date and Time. Come sip & savor some of the finest vino and bourbon. This Grand Tasting event offers unlimited tastings from dozens of varieties of wines and bourbons. Enjoy your samplings with edible delights from several food vendors…all while listening to great live music. - deets - I’m told this event WILL SELL OUT so do not wait to buy tickets.

Outlets - Top Designs is now open, Swarovski is now open in their new space, and Niko Niko Boba and Portland Leather Goods are coming soon!

Tuesday, 6/10:

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

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

Elizabeth Brews - Trivia - 7:00pm

Wednesday, 6/11:

Iron Mule - Music Bingo - 6:00pm-8:00pm

Festival Park - Jazz in the Park - 6:30pm-8:00pm - deets

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

Thursday, 6/12:

Music in The Meadows - Live Music! Style - 6:30pm-8:30pm

Honnibrook - Poker Night - 7:00pm-10:00pm

RNK Running - CHOG - 6:00pm - deets

Crowfoot Valley Coffee - Trivia - 6:00pm

Bucket List Tavern - Cornhole - 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, 6/13:

Amphitheater at Miller Park - Sculpt, Cardio and Stretch with Mindy - 8:00am-9:00am

Running Creek Park - Friday Night Markets with The Jason Wulf Band - 5:00pm-9:00pm

Wilcox Square - Car Show - 6:00pm-9:00pm

Honnibrook - Live Music! Asha Blaine - 7:00pm-10:00pm

Sinners & Saints - Live at the Altar: Derek Hall - 8:00pm-10:00pm

Wide Open Saloon - Live Music! Chancey Williams - 7:00pm-10:30pm

Saturday, 6/14:

Miller Park - Climb4Change - 6:30am-1:30pm - details

Wilcox Square - Car Show - 10:00am-3:00pm

Cherokee Ranch and Castle - Waterloo The Grand Gatsby Gala - 6:00pm - details

Fairgrounds - Original Castle Rock Farmers Market - 8:00am-12:00pm

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

Wide Open Saloon - Live Music! Aces & Eights - 7:00pm-10:30pm

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

Sinners & Saints - Dance to the “Max” DJ Dance Party - 9:00pm-11:30pm

Sunday, 6/15:

Amphitheater at Miller Park - Yoga in the Park - 8:30am-9:30am

Festival Park - Farmers Market - 9:00am-2:00pm

Lost Coffee - Lost Runners Run Club - 8:00am

Cherokee Ranch and Castle - Father’s Day Brunch - 9:00am - details

Wide Open Saloon - Father’s Day Brunch - 10:00am-2:00pm

105 West - Live Music! Kevin Austin - 2:30pm-5:30pm

Monday, 6/16:

Festival Park - Yoga in the Park - 6:30pm-7:30pm

Sudden Fiction Books - Final Draft Book Club - 6:30pm-8:00pm

Gluttony and Graze and Arayes - Family Day where kids eat practically free - 11:00am-8:00pm

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

Heads up on events that are further out:

Get your tix for the Summer Concert Series if you haven’t already. First one is Sugar Ray on June 21st!

Check out the Summer Fitness Events

Outlets - Rock the Mountain - Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day - 3:00pm-6:00pm

Outlets - Family Fun Fridays - Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day - 12:00pm-2:00pm

Festival Park - Jazz in the Park - Wednesdays in June from 6:30pm-8:00pm

Colorado Renaissance Festival - June 14th-August 3rd - details

Office Co. Bar & Kitchen - Castle Rock Business Networking - June 17th - 5:30pm-7:30pm

Sinners & Saints - Teaching Tuesday: Cigars & Bourbon - June 17th - 6:30pm-8:30pm - tix

Courtyard Social - Castle Rock Chamber: Business Unwind - June 18th - 4:00pm-6:00pm

Sinners & Saints - RD One Bourbon Dinner - June 18th - 7:00pm - ticket link coming soon

Amphitheater at Miller Park - Tunes for Trails - Heavy Diamond Ring! - June 19th - 6:30pm-9:00pm

BoxDrop Castle Rock - Charity Sale benefitting Colorado Kids Belong! - June 20th-22nd

Outlets - Summer Fest with live music and tons of activities and giveaways - June 21st - information

Castle Rock Ducky Derby - June 22nd - meet the Racing Duckies and Their Nonprofits

Coyote Ridge Park - Summer Concert Series: The Long Run - June 22nd - 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cherokee Ranch and Castle - Sinatra Tribute Show - June 27th - 6:00pm - tix

VetFest - June 28th - 11:00am-5:00pm

Bison Park - 4th of July Celebration - 11:00am-1:00pm

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

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