April - June 2023

APRIL/MAY/JUNE 2023

MEADOWS LIVING

The official publication for residents of The Meadows Neighborhood Company in Castle Rock, Colorado.

EGGStravaganza

Pool Bash

Community Garage Sale

Music in The Meadows

Photo Courtesy of Madison Allen

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NEIGHBORHOODNEWS

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Meadows Neighborhood Company

Main Number: 303-814-2358

https://meadowslink.nabrnetwork.com

The Grange Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm

Saturday: 10am – 5pm (Apr 1 – Labor Day)

Saturday: 10am – 2pm (Labor Day – Mar 31)

Taft House Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am - 5pm

Association Leadership Team

Jill Allen, Executive Director jallen@meadowslink.com

303-814-3952

Keith Zilker, Assistant Director kzilker@meadowslink.com

303-814-3958

Nikkie Roberts, Recreation Supervisor nroberts@meadowslink.com

303-814-3953

Sam Garman, Grounds & Facilities Manager sgarman@meadowslink.com

720-287-1206

Juli Asbridge, Community Coordinator jasbridge@meadowslink.com

303-814-2358

Kat Egly, Community Standards Manager kegly@meadowslink.com 303-468-5212

Kirsten Miller, Community Standards Specialist arc@meadowslink.com

720-476-4007

Kyle Black, Community Standards Administrator covenants@meadowslink.com

720-476-4002

Madison Allen, Communications Specialist mallen@meadowslink.com

720-372-7577

A Word from Jill Allen, Executive Director Community Updates & Announcements

DistrictDelegateElection

Since our last newsletter, we now have a newly-elected group of dedicated volunteers servingasyourDistrictDelegatesfromMarch2023toMarch2024:

GaryPolage-District1Delegate@meadowslink.com

TamaraVoshchullo-District2Delegate@meadowslink.com

MichaelAbbatello-District3Delegate@meadowslink.com

JanelleCarter-District4Delegate@meadowslink.com

TimTaylor-District5Delegate@meadowslink.com

JonathanHolyk(secondterm)-District6Delegate@meadowslink.com

ConnieVanDorn(secondterm)-District7Delegate@meadowslink.com

RebeccaMcDermott-District8Delegate@meadowslink.com

We’dliketothankeveryoneforvotingandhelpingusachievequorumforthesecondyearin arow!Inaddition,wegreatlyappreciatetheownerswhowereinattendanceattheAnnual MembersMeeting.Wehadaquantityofguestspeakers,whichmadeforaveryenlightening andproductivemeeting.Finally,asincerethankyougoesouttotheDistrictDelegatesthat servedtheircommunityfromMarch2022toMarch2023:

CynthiaEdwards

MichaelWoodruff

AshleyKirkpatrick

EmadMalouf

ScottHartmann

AndyBrock

Volunteers are the backbone of any community and your selfless efforts never go unnoticed!VolunteersenhancethequalityoflifeforallMeadowsNeighborhoodCompany homeowners and significantly contributes to the close-knit community that we strive to uphold. Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things that a person can do for their community!GetonourVolunteerList,orfindourupcomingvolunteeropportunitiesHERE

BoardMemberCandidateForum

TheBoardmembercandidateforumisscheduledforThursday,April13from6:00pmto 8:00pmatTheGrange.ComemeettheBoardcandidatesthatarevyingforthetwovacant seats!ThisisyouropportunitytomeetthemandprovideinputtoyourDistrictDelegateon whom you would like to see serve the community before the Annual Meeting of District DelegatesonMay4.Hopetoseeyouthere!

AnnualMeetingofDistrictDelegates

TheAnnualMeetingoftheDistrictDelegateswillbeheldonThursday,May4at6:00pmat TheGrange.Atthismeeting,theDistrictDelegateswillelecttwoBoardofGovernorsand voteontheratificationofthe2023-2024budgetforTheMeadowsNeighborhoodCompany.

A Word from Jill Allen, Executive Director

Community Updates & Announcements Cont.

MeadowsMilestones

Wefrequentlyalludetoour"growingcommunity",butwhatexactlydoesthatmean?Hereis arundownofourMeadowsMilestonesfrom2022-2023thusfar:

Inthepastfiscalyear,weacceptedasubstantialamountofnewareas:

Cityscapeslandscape –includesturfgrass,nativegrassandplantbedsthroughout thecommunity.

Blacktaillandscape –includeslargeportionofopenspace,nativegrasses,outdoor picnic spaces, and streetscape and community entrance areas. Two additional commonareastobecompletedandturnedoverthisyear.

OakwoodHomeslandscape – includes turf grass, native grass, tree lawns and planterbedsthroughoutthecommunity.

Panoramalandscape – includes large native areas, streetscapes and community entrancesandaparkwithplayground.

LennarHomeslandscape – includes two parks with artificial turf, planter beds, nativegrassesandtrees,andplaygroundequipment.

Starling Hill landscape – includes large areas of native grasses, planter beds streetscapeandaretentionpond.

CRDCROWlandscape –includestreelawn,turfgrasses,nativegrassesandplanter bedsalongNorthMeadowsDrivea¼mileinlength.

Threeparkswillbeacceptedinthespring. The Merc Park will be a budgeted expense,whileEmilyandMusicparkswillbefundedbymaintenancebuyoutsfrom thebuilder.

TheMeadowswasannexedandzonedin1984.Initialzoningwasplannedfor14,000 residentialunits,andincreasedto14,369unitsin1985.Bytheearly2000s,thenumber ofallowedresidentialunitswasreducedto10,869.AsofMarch8,2023,thereare7,736 housingunitsconstructedinTheMeadowsandthecommunityisapproximately 86% builtoutbasedonavailablelandarea.

ARC Meeting Schedule

The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) meets on the second and fourth Wednesday during the months of March to October, and the second Wednesday from November to December. Just like our Board meetings, ARC meetings are open forum. Residents are welcome to attend and plead their case to the Committee in effortstogettheirapplicationapproved.Ifyouhaveanydoubtsyourapplicationmay bedenied,weencourageyoutoattendtodiscussyourproject!

Click HERE to be redirected to the ARC page on our website (under Community Pages > Architectural Review Information). Questions about ARC? Contact Kirsten Millerat arc@meadowslink or720-476-4007.

ARC

Committee Members Laurie Schultz, ARC Chair

Crawford, Vice Chair

Schultz, ARC Member

Denice Lacina, ARC Member Steve Mitchell, Alternate #1 Christina Grade, Alternate #2

Board of Governors Meeting Schedule

Wondering how your HOA conducts business? Homeowners are welcome and encouragedtoattend.Homeownerscanprovideinput,comments,oraskquestions atthebeginningofeveryregularmonthlyboardmeetingduringOpenForum.Most BoardmeetingsareheldonthefirstThursdayofthemonth,unlessitfallsona holidayorisaspecialmeeting.Thelocationofthesemeetingsmayvary,soreferto thescheduleforexactdetails.

MNC Trash Quick Facts

Everyhouseholdisallowed2trashbinsand2recyclebinsatnocost.Additionalbinseach havea$5monthlyfee.

TrashcollectioniseveryFriday,whilerecyclingiseveryotherFriday.MNCrecycledaysare notedinGREENontheschedulebelow.

Cansmaybeputouttheeveningbeforeservice.Cansmustbestoredtheeveningofpickup inanenclosedstructureorappropriatelyscreenedfromview,andoutsideatonlyproper servicetimes.

WMhasapickupwindowof7am-7pm.Iftheydidnotpickupinthemorning,theymay before7pm.Ifservicedelaysoccurduetoinclementweather,holidays,oranotherreason, wewillmakeanannouncementonourwebsiteandFacebook.

Cardboardboxeswillbepickedup,butmustbeempty,flattened,andplacednexttoyourbin onaregulartrashorrecyclingday.Leafandyardwastemustbedisposedofinyourbins.

SpecialServices:Curbsidebags,boxesoftrash,andlargeitemswon'tgetpickedupwithout calling303-797-1600toscheduletheservice.CustomerswillbebilleddirectlybyWM.

SpringYardWaste:Thisyear'swillbeFriday,June2.WMwillcollect10bagsofyardwaste and4bundlesofbranches(mustbecutandtiedintobundlesnolongerthan4ft.).

IfWMmissesyourtrash,havequestions,needmorebins,ortosetupservice,please contactJuliAsbridgeatjasbridge@meadowslink.comor303-814-2358.Youmayalso refertoourwebsiteformoreinformation!

THE MEADOWS CONNECTION THE MEADOWS CONNECTION

WebTracActivityRegistration

Didyouknow6yearsagoyoucouldregisterforactivitiesonline?!Wehavebeenworking hardonbringingbackourweb-basedregistrationprogram:WebTrac!Signingupiseasy,but hereareimportantthingstonote:

YourlogincredentialsforWebTracarecompletelyunassociatedwiththeNabrNetwork websiteasitisadifferentsoftware.

Ifyou’veforgottenyourusernamefromyearsago,there’sabuttontoretrieveitonthe loginpage.Youcanalsoresetyourpasswordfromthispage.

Neverloggedinbeforeandneedtocreateanaccount?Select“Don’thaveanaccount? SignUpNow”.You’llbepromptedtoenterallhouseholdinformationandtheaccount requestwillbereviewed.Onceapproved,you’llreceiveanemailstatingyourhousehold isapprovedtoregisterforactivities.

Asalways,youcanstillcallorstopbyTheGrangetoregisterforactivities!

Questions?CallTheGrangeorreachouttoNikkieRobertsatnroberts@meadowslink.com.

CommunicationClarification

WewouldliketoreiteratethedifferencesbetweenourplatformsversusTheMeadowsat HistoricCastleRockforthebenefitofourresidents’understanding:

TheMeadowsNeighborhoodCompany:

Meadowslink.Nabrnetwork.com&@TheMeadowsNeighborhoodCompany ThisistheofficialwebsiteandFacebookforresidentsoftheMNC.

OurwebsiteandFacebookareunderthesolecontroloftheMNC.

Wekeepthebulkofourwebsitesecuretoprotectprivatecommunitymattersfromthe generalpublic.Thefewpagesopentothepublicincludefacilityrentalinformation, volunteeropportunities,events/programs/classes(updatedweekly),staffcontactlist, andsponsorship/advertisingopportunities.

TheMeadowsatHistoricCastleRock:

Meadowscastlerock.com&@TheMeadowsatCastleRock

ThiswebsiteandFacebookpageismaintainedbythedeveloperwhohasbeenandstill isbuildinghomesinTheMeadows,knownasCastleRockDevelopmentCompany (CRDC).

CRDCpostsevents,blogs,andinformationfromtheTOCRandTheMeadows.Despite informationaboutMNChappeningsandcontactinformationforourHOA,thereisno affiliationbetweentheHOAandCRDC.

MNCcannotcontrol,edit,update,orrespondtowhatisposted,linked,orreferencedon anyCRDCplatforms,evenifthatinformationisincorrect.

Wecertainlyunderstandtheconfusionasourplatformsareverysimilar.However,residents shouldutilizeMNCoutletsforreliable,up-to-dateinformationtoensureyounevermissa beatinyourHOAcommunity!

POOL SEASON IS HERE! POOL SEASON IS HERE! POOL SEASON IS HERE!

Grange Pool Hours of Operation

May 27 – August 20: 10:00am – 8:00pm, seven days a week

August 21 – September 4: 10:00am – 6:00pm, seven days a week

Lap Swim: June 3 – September 3 from 8:00am - 9:30am, seven days a week

Taft Pool Update & Changes for Season

The Taft House pool was closed before the end of the 2021 season due to concerns related to leaks and construction defects. The Board of Governors has made the difficult decision to keep the Taft pool closed for the 2023 season. To address capacity concerns, we have made the following changes:

Safety breaks will be 15 minutes every 2 hours: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm. Morning lap swim is 7 days a week from 8:00am to 9:30am. Due to capacity concerns, only Meadows Neighborhood Company (MNC) residents and their guests will be allowed to utilize the pool facilities. Meadows Community Association (MCA) and MNC Luxury Apartment fobs will not be sold in 2023. Resident's will be allowed for 4 daily guest passes, and bring up to 40 guests per season. There is a $5 fee for guests (cash, card, & check accepted at silo).

Homeownerwithafob?You'reallset!

MovedhomeswithinMNC?You'llneednewfobs! Renterwith/withoutafob?Completetheformsto reactivate/receiveyourfobsforthe2023season.

CaregiverforaMNCHousehold?Renewyourfobat Grangeoremailpools@meadowslink.com.

Lostyourfobs?CheckGrangelost&found,orbuynew fobsatGrangebyemailingpools@meadowslink.com ($10/individual;$25/family).

Haveanewfamilymember?Getthemafob!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FORMS

CLICKHERE FORSWIM LESSONS!

Set up your app/email notifications to be instantly notified of pool closures & delays!

Log in to Meadowslink, go to "My Account", then select "Notification Preferences"

FOB FYI FOB FYI FOB FYI

The Meadows Yearbook Class

of 2023

WANTTOBERECOGNIZEDFORYOUR SCHOLASTICACHIEVEMENT?

DOYOUWANTTORECOGNIZEASPECIAL SOMEONEFORTHEIRS?

LET'SCELEBRATEOUR2023GRADSWITH THEFIRST-EVERMEADOWSYEARBOOK!

GRADS MUST BE PART OF THE MEADOWS NEIGHBORHOOD COMPANY

ALL AGES & SCHOOL LEVELS ACCEPTED (PRESCHOOL THROUGH COLLEGE)

CANINE GRADUATES ACCEPTED (PUPPY TRAINING, ADULT DOG TRAINING, SERVICE DOG TRAINING, GUIDE DOG TRAINING, ETC.)

TO BE FEATURED, COMPLETE THE ONLINE FORM HERE! SUBMIT THESE DETAILS NO LATER THAN 5PM ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 31

THE YEARBOOK WILL BE RELEASED ACROSS ALL MEADOWS PLATFORMS ON TUESDAY, JUNE 6

QUESTIONS? REACH OUT TO MADISON ALLEN, COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, AT MALLEN@MEADOWSLINK.COM

Landmark Events At a Glance

Please note that dates, times, and locations are subject to change. For the most up to date information, utilize our other communication outlets: Website/App, Facebook, & E-blast.

Volunteer Opportunities

If you are interested to get involved in your community, contact Nikkie Robertsatnroberts@meadowslink.comor303-814-3953tolearnmore!

You can also get on the volunteer email distribution list by filling out the Join Our Volunteer List Form (Resources>PublicOnlineForms).

SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

EGGStravaganza

Ourannualspringcelebrationisonthehorizon!Theegghuntwillbeforchildrenages010,sobringyourEasterbasketandcamera.Therewillbeinflatablerides,theEaster Bunny,foodtrucks,andmore!

Date:Saturday,April8

Time:1:00pm–3:00pm

Location:BisonPark(1390ClearSkyWay)

Cost:FREEforMeadowsResidents/$5forNon-Residentsforinflatables/rides

CommunityGarageSale

Make some money after spring cleaning by registering your Meadows home to be featured on the participating addresses list. People will know exactly what you're offering,soyouhaveahigherchanceofsellingthosebigticketandhighlysoughtafter items!Usethelinktoregister.

Date:Saturday,May6

Time:8:00am–4:00pm

Location:AlloverTheMeadows

Note:Thelistofaddresseswillberemovedfromonlineat4:00pmonMay6for resident’sprivacy

Children’sHospitalColoradoBloodDrive

Donatingblooddoesn’ttakelongorcostmoney,butitmakesabigdifference.Your donationhelpsmaintainasteady,readilyavailablesupplyofbloodproducts,soevery childgetsthetreatmenttheyneed.Signupforyourdesignatedtimeslotatthelinkand helpsavealife!

Date:May8

Time:8:30am–12:15pm

Location:TheGrangeParkingLot

TrashBash

Wehavedisposalstationstohandleallofyourspringcleaningneeds!Pleasebringyour poolfobordriver’slicensewithyourMeadowsaddress.Thiseventisonafirstcome, firstservedbasis.Duetodemandandourgrowingcommunity,there'sa one-carload per-householdlimit NoUHaulsortrailersallowed

Date:Saturday,May13

Time:10:00am–4:00pm Location:TheGrange

Cost:FREE–ThiseventisforMeadowsResidentsonly

Note:Pleaseseetheflyerforitemsthatwillandwillnotbeaccepted

SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

BucketsofHopeFoodDrive

TheMeadowsGivesBackProgramispartneringwith TheHelp&HopeCenterforanotherfooddrive!With SNAPbenefitsreducingtopre-pandemiclevels,we wanttofilltheirpantryandgivetoDouglasandElbert Countyfamiliesinneed.

InNovember2022,wecollected900poundsoffood and gave 18 families 50 pounds of packaged and cannedgoodsperfamily,perday.Wewillhave50 bucketstofill,sohelpusgetthebucketsfilledtothe topandsurpasslastyear'sstats!

Date:Saturday,May20

Time:10:00am–2:00pm

Location:TheGrange

Note:Youcanprovideotheritemsoutsideofthe suggestionlistaswell

PoolBash

Let'shavesomefuninthesun!We'resplashingintosummerwithanall-daypoolparty completewithaDJ,FREEdessert,games/activities,andfoodtrucks!

Date:Friday,June2

Time:10:00am–7:00pm Location:TheGrangePool

Note:FREEforResidentsandtheirguestswithvalidpoolpasses

YappyHour

Newtotheneighborhood?Seekingneighborhoodcompanionsforyouand/oryourpup? Come mingle at Yappy Hour! We'll have a doggie-inspired playlist going, treats for humansandpups,andveterinaryvendorsgivingawayswag.It'stheultimuttplaydate!

Dates:June20,July25,andAugust22

Time:4:00pm–6:00pm Location:WigglyFieldDogPark(3495MeadowsBlvd)

Cost:FREE

MUSIC IN THE MEADOWS 2023 LINEUP

6 MILLION DOLLAR BAND

June 8

80S New Wave, Synth Pop, & Rock & Roll

Country Music Project

June 22

Country - tRADITIONAL, Top 40, & Country Rock

John Saunders Band

July 13

"Colorado Groove" -

Originals & Covers

*Castle Rock band*

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: 4655 Tanglevine Dr.

Trolley: Runs 6pm - 9pm from

Concert Venue & The Grange

6202 Band

July 27

Rock & Roll

*Castle Rock Band*

VENDORS T-SHIRTS &MORE!

PROGRAMS & CLASSES PROGRAMS & CLASSES

RegisterforactivitiesatTheGrange,calling303-814-2358,orvia WebTrac!

ViewourcancelationpolicyHERE.ContactNikkieRoberts,nroberts@meadowslink.com, tosubmitaclasssuggestionorteachaclass.

Wanttolearnmoreaboutaprogramorclass?Clickonanyoftheblueheadings!

Monthly Youth Programs Monthly Youth Programs

PJs&StoryTime

Mr.ClifffromStoryTimePartieswillentertainthekidswith his own unique style of reading, audience interactive storytelling, and song and dance. Come in your jammies, have a nighttime snack, and get your wiggles out before bedtime!Comemeetnewpeopleinyourcommunity!

Dates:April5&May3

Time:7:00pm–7:45pm

Location:TheGrange

Cost:FREEforMeadowsResidents

KidzArt, Kid’s Night Out!

At this drop-off event, kids enjoy an evening creating a colorful acrylic painting on canvas, plus an additional craft to display at home! Their bellies will be full from pizza andjuiceastheycreatetheirmasterpieceswithNatalie'sartisticguidance!Registration closestheWednesdaypriortoeachclass.Theseclassesfillupquickly!

APRIL – Spectacular Spring

Date: Friday, April 7

Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $45 Resident/$50 Non-Resident

Age Requirement: 6 – 12 years old

Painting: Bumble Bee

Craft: Painted Terracotta Flower Pot

MAY – Mexican Art

Date: Friday, May 5

Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $45 Resident/$50 Non-Resident

Age Requirement: 6 – 12 years old

Painting: Cactus Art

Craft: Tropical Bird Creations

JUNE – Summertime!

Date: Friday, June 2

Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $45 Resident/$50 Non-Resident

Age Requirement: 6 – 12 years old

Painting: Beach Sea Lion

Craft: Sandcastle

Monthly Youth Programs Cont. Monthly Youth Programs Cont.

ZumbiniwithWen

CreatedbyZumbaandBabyFirst,Zumbiniisanearlychildhoodeducationprogramthat usesoriginalmusicandmovementtopromotecognitive,social,fine/grossmotorskill, emotionaldevelopmentforchildren,allwhilecreatingtheultimatebondingexperience for families. We'll be learning new songs and moves with the No Way, Jose volume! Pricingincludestakehomemusicmaterials.

Dates&Cost:

AprilSession(4/4,4/11,4/25):$42Resident($21sibling)/$47Non-Resident ($26sibling)

MaySession(5/2,5/16,5/23,5/30):$55Resident($25sibling)/$60NonResident($30sibling)

Time:10:00am–10:45am

Location:TheGrange

AgeRequirement:0–4yearsold

RegistrationDeadline:Fridaypriortoeachmonthlysession

Youth Classes Youth Classes

Babysitter/CPRCertification

ThePediatricFirstAid/CPR/AEDcourseteachesstudentstorecognizeandcarefora varietyoffirstaidemergencies:burns,cuts,scrapes,suddenillnesses,head,neck,back injuries,heatandcoldemergencies,andbreathingandcardiacemergenciesforvictims 0-12 years and older. Successful students will receive a certificate valid for 2 years. BothBabysittingandCPRcertificationsarerequiredforcaregiversundertheageof16 toenterTheGrangepool!

Date:Saturday,May6andSunday,May7;bothdaysrequired

Time:8:00am–5:00pm;bothdays

Location:TaftHouseDocketRoom

Cost:$150Resident/$155Non-Resident

AgeRequirement:12+

RegistrationDeadline:April28

GemstonePaydirt+Geodes

ComedigsomegemsfromMadagascar,breakopenMoroccangeodes,andtakeitall home!RockingAdventures,apubliccharitydedicatedtoexpandinggeologiceducation andgettingkidsoutinnaturetodig,willteachkidsaboutminerals,theiruses,andhow tofindthem.Parentsarewelcometoaccompanytheirchild(ren).

Date:Monday,June5

Time:10:00am–12:00pm

Location:TheGrange

Cost:$20Resident/$25Non-Resident

AgeRequirement:Allages(kids8andundermustbeaccompaniedbyanadult)

Youth Camps Youth Camps

BroadwayBoundTheaterCamp

The curtain is going up for this fun-filled week of performing arts! Join us for a day campfocusingonthefoundationsofmusicaltheatre:singing,dancing,andacting!Your camper will have a blast as they sing and dance to Broadway hits! At the end of the week,parentsandfriendswillbeinvitedtojoinusforafinalperformance!

Date:Monday,June12throughFriday,June16

Time:9:00am–12:00pm;daily Location:TheGrange

Cost:$155Resident/$160Non-Resident

AgeRequirement:8–12yearsold

RegistrationDeadline:June2

Note:Pleasesendyourchildwithawaterandsnack. Thefinalperformancewillbe June16at6:00pmatTheGrange.Popcornandbottledwaterwillbeprovided!

OvertimeAthleticsCamp

Overtime Athletics uses multi-sport programs and camps to help kids develop skills such as teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship. Each day features a new sport structured around skills, drills, and games. Most importantly, we make sports FUN! Everydaywecelebrateandrecognizesportsmanship,positiveattitude,andteamwork withourOTAAwards(acampfavorite).

Date:Monday,July10throughFriday,July14

Time:9:00am–4:00pm;daily

Location:TheGrange&PaintbrushParkMultipurposeField

Cost:$275Resident($233.74sibling)/$295Non-Resident($250.75sibling)

AgeRequirement:6–12yearsold

RegistrationDeadline:June30

Note:Pleasesendyourchildwithwaterandlunchsackdaily

Adult Classes Adult Classes

Card Making

Join V & A Creations in making curated cards in her monthly classes! Click the link to viewthesamplesandgetanideaofwhat'sinstore.Mustbe16+toregister.

APRIL – Organizer Book

12 cards with 2 design styles

Date: Friday, April 21

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $40 Resident/$45 Non-Resident

Registration Deadline: April 12

MAY – Father's Day

6 cards

Date: Tuesday, May 23

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $30 Resident/$35 Non-Resident

Registration Deadline: May 12

JUNE – Thank You

6 greeting cards

Date: Wednesday, June 21

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Taft House Docket Room

Cost: $30 Resident/$35 Non-Resident

Registration Deadline: June 12

SpringCookieDecorating

MayDayisaforgottentraditionthatwelcomesSpring.Insomeregions,youwouldfilla basket with candy, flowers, or goodies and leave it at the doorstep of neighbors and friends.Thenyouringthedoorbellandrun,tryingnottogetcaught.Duringthisclass, you'lllearnhowtogettherightconsistencywithRoyalIcingtodecorateintricate,springthemed details. Each attendee will take home a dozen cookies, as well as a gift box, treatbag,gifttag,andthecandiesneededtoassembleyourMayBasket!

Date:Saturday,April29

Time:1:00pm–3:00pm

Location:TaftHouse

Cost:$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

AgeRequirement:Opentoallages,10andunderneedanadulttoassist

RegistrationDeadline:April21

Note:Bringacookiesheetfortransportingyourcookieshome

Cupcakes&Cocktails

Ourexpertinstructorwillguideyouthroughcreatingsummerflowerswithbuttercream frosting that you later pair with alcohol or non-alcoholic infusions. We will cover bag stripingfortwotonedflowersandtheRussianPipingtip.Youwillleavewithanewset ofskillsand7-9cupcakes.It'sBYOB,sobringyourownbeveragetosiponduringclass!

Date:Tuesday,June6

Time:6:00pm–8:00pm

Location:TheGrange

Cost:$55Resident/$60Non-Resident

AgeRequirement:21+

RegistrationDeadline:May29

Note:Bringacookiesheetfortransportingyourcupcakeshome

HEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES HEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES

Pilates

Mindiwilltakeyouthroughthebasicsofhowtoprogressandchallengeyourselfby buildingcorestrength,workingonoverallflexibility,andlightstretching.Mindicanwork throughinjurieswithmodifications,justletusknowwhenregistering!

Dates&Cost:

AprilThursdays(4/6,4/13,4/20,4/27)$60Resident/$65Non-Resident

AprilSundays(4/2,4/16,4/23,4/30)$60Resident/$65Non-Resident

MayThursdays(5/4,5/11,5/18,5/25)$60Resident/$65Non-Resident

MaySundays(5/7-12pm@Grange,5/14,5/21)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

JuneThursdays(6/1,6/8,6/15,6/22,6/29)$75Resident/$80Non-Resident

JuneSundays(6/11,6/18,6/25)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

Time:9:00am–10:00am

Location:TaftHouseDocketRoom

AgeRequirement:16+

RegistrationDeadline:TheFridaypriortoanewmonthlysessionstarting.

Note:Pleasebringyourownmat,towel,andwater.Pilatesmatspreferred.

IntermediateYoga

Ifyouparticipatedinbeginnersorhaveprioryogaexperience,joinus!Youwilldevelopa solid understanding of the basic Power Asanas and transitions from the ground to standing.

Dates&Cost:

AprilMondays(4/3,4/10,4/17)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

MayMondays(5/1,5/8,5/15,5/22)$60Resident/$65Non-Resident

JuneMondays(6/12,6/19,6/26)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident(LocationTBD)

Time:9:00am–10:00am

Location:TaftHouseDocketRoom

AgeRequirement:16+

RegistrationDeadline:TheFridaypriortoanewmonthlysessionstarting.

Note:Bringyourownyogamat,towel,block,strap,andwater.

BeginnersYoga

Thisclassisidealforanyonelookingtoenhancetheirpracticeanddevelopadeeper understandingofalignmentinaslow-pacedformat.Studentswilllearnproperalignment throughposesontheground,hands,knees,andstanding.

Dates&Cost:

AprilMondays(4/3,4/10,4/17)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

MayMondays(5/1,5/8,5/15,5/22)$60Resident/$65Non-Resident

JuneMondays(6/12,6/19,6/26)$45Resident/$50Non-Resident

Time:10:00am–11:00am

Location:TaftHouseDocketRoom

AgeRequirement:16+

RegistrationDeadline:TheFridaypriortoeverynewmonthlysessionstarting.

Note:Bringyourownyogamat,towel,block,strap,andwater.

COMMUNITY CLUBS

ArtJamClub:AmberWilliams,VolunteerCoordinator

TheArtJamisachanceforeveryonetofindthetimetoenjoyeachother’scompanywhile makingartintheprocess.TheArtJamisforeveryonenomattertheirageorlevelofartistic ability.Therearenorestrictionspertainingtostyleorformat,andthereisnoonewayto create.Thisclubisthecollaborativeexpressionofindividualscreatingarttogether,whether individuallyorbuildingasharedcreationasateam.WeplantomeeteveryotherThursday (somemonthsmayvary,checkwithAmber)atTheGrangefrom3:45pm-4:45pmforfun, laughter,andcreativity!Pleasenote,childrenunderdrivingagemustbeaccompaniedbyan adult,butthisclubisforadultartistsaswell.PleasecontactAmberat720-487-0429or thelaughingcaribou@gmail.comformoredetails.

BridgeClub:SharonSansone,VolunteerCoordinator

Whetheryou'reabeginner,anexpert,oranonlineplayer,jointhisfunandinformalBridge group!You'llsocializewithpeopleofallagesandbackgrounds,andsparksomefriendly neighborhoodcompetition.TheclubmeetsweeklyonMondaysfrom12:30pm–3:30pmat TheGrange.ContactSharonat720-916-1193orsharonsansone@protonmail.comif interested!

CyclingClub:6202Cycling

6202CyclingwasformedinDecember2005byagroupofCastleRock-basedcyclistswho wantedtosharetheirloveofbicyclingandtheircommunity.Wewelcomebicyclistsofall styles–casualriders,racers,mountainandroadcyclists,andfamilies.Clubmembers participateinseveralorganizedlocalandregionalridesincludingElephantRock,Triple Bypass,andtheCourageClassic.6202CyclingisamemberoftheLeagueofAmerican Cyclists,anon-profitmembershiporganization,whichpromotescyclingforfun,fitness,and transportationthroughadvocacyandeducation.Moreinformationcanbefoundontheclub websiteatwww.6202cycling.org

GoodDeedsClub:KristenFrecceri,VolunteerCoordinator

Wanttomakeadifferenceinthisworld?Wanttohelpthoseinneed?Joinusinhelping peopleinourcommunity.Fromhelpingneighborsrakeleavestogivingyourtime volunteeringatalocalfoodbank.Experiencingthejoythatcomeswithgivingbackand makingadifferenceiswhatthisclubisallabout.Ifyou'rearesidentinneedofsome helpinghandsforaproject,emailKristenatlilemnm@gmail.com

HikingClub:RJDaskevich,VolunteerCoordinator

Thepurposeistoprovideanopportunitytomeetothersonaregularbasisandexperiencea varietyofhikes.Wehikeeverythingfromlocaltrailsto14ers.WehikelocallyonThursdays intheearlyevenings,andSaturdayswithlongerandincreasinglymoreaggressivehikes.For 13ersand14ers,wewillputoutappropriatecautionssoeachpersontogaugeifitisthe righthikeforthem.Wetrytocarpoolwheneverpossible,generallymeetingatBisonPark. Weusuallyhaveabitetoeatafterwardsandenjoyothereventsoutsideofhiking,suchasa happyhour.Itisasmuchasasocialgroupasitisahikingclub.Ifyouhavequestionsorare interestedinjoining,contactRJat719-447-7307orrjdask@gmail.com.

SPRING HAS SPRUNG 101

PlantHealth

TimetoPrune: Prunetrees,shrubs,andperennialsasnecessary,removingdead anddamagedmaterial.

Fertilize: Lawns,trees,shrubs,andperennialscanbenefitfromasmalldoseof slow-releasefertilizer.Don’toverfertilizeasthiscandamageplantsandcreate harmfulalgaebloomsinnearbystreams.

Weed: Controlweedingearlyintheseason.Applyanherbicidetolawns,butbe carefulnottoapplytoomuchandpreventanyrunoff.

ApplyMulch:Plantingbedsshouldhave4inchesofwoodmulchor2inchesofrock mulch.Don'tletmulchtouchthetreetrunk!

CleanUpDebris:Rakeoldleaves,branchesanddebris,thendisposeinthetrashor addtoacompostbin.Donotallowthismaterialtoflowintothestormdrain.

StarttheMower:Addfreshgasolinetothemowerandgiveyourlawnafreshcut.

NewPlantings:Waittoplantuntilafterthelastfrost,typicallymidtolateMay.

IrrigateAccordingtoWeather:Unlesswinterhasbeenexceptionallydryandwarm, supplementalirrigationisnotnecessaryuntillateMay/earlyJune.Beginwatering onlyperiodically,andrampuptoevery-third-dayinlateJuneasweatherwarms.

Want month-to-month landscaping tips specific for Colorado? Check out this detailed resource by the Colorado Nursey & Greenhouse Association!

Important: Don't start up the sprinkler system until the threat of freezing temperatures has passed. For Colorado, this is typically mid to late May.

Source: Castle Rock Water

YARD OF THE MONTH YARD OF THE MONTH THEMES FOR 2023 THEMES FOR 2023

APRIL

Coloradoscape Edition

Coloradoscaped aka Xeriscaped front yards and/or rear yards!

MAY

Floral Edition

Show off the flowers that are blooming in your front, side, and/or rear yards!

JUNE

Backyard Edition

Unveil your backyard oasis (landscaping, deck/patio/pergola, firepit, water features, mini golf, etc.)

JULY

Standard Edition

Front yards that exhibit curb appeal.

AUGUST

Garden to Table Edition

What fruits, veggies, herbs, and edible flowers you have been harvesting this summer?! We want to see!

SEPTEMBER

Best Yard Transformation

Reveal the before and after of your front yard and/or rear yard transformations!

Enter your household or your neighbor's for the chance to win a prize gift and earn special recognition on The MNC Facebook Page, eblast, and website photo gallery! Each monthly winner will have the honor of displaying the MNC "Yard of the Month” lawn-sign too!

Who is the judge? You are! MNC Residents vote via an online survey.

To learn more on how to enter, nomination windows, & guidelines: Login to meadowslink.nabrnetwork.com > Community Pages > Community Recognition. We'll inform the community via e-blast and Facebook when nominations and voting are underway.

Association Archives: Neighborhood History

Patina

Manyofthethingswelovemost becomemorebeautifulwithage.A gold wedding band, for example, developsapatina,whichisasoft luster that replaces the glare of brand-newnessandmakethering evenmoreprecious.Justlikethe entirecommunityofTheMeadows, Patinawasdesignedtogrowlovelier astheyearsgoby.SomeofDenver’s best-lovedneighborhoodsservedas inspiration for this neighborhood. These Denver communities have gracefully matured over the years largelybecauseattheircoreisa wonderfulpark.Agatheringplacefor familiesandneighbors.

Manyofthesehomesfacedirectly toward Butterfield Crossing Park, wheresomegetfrontrowseatsfor park events like Music in The MeadowsorCastleRockWineFest. Thisneighborhoodofjust96homes occupiesoneofthehighestpointsin The Meadows, offering dramatic viewsoftheCastleRockarea.The trailsinthisneighborhoodwilllead you to schools, parks, and open spaces. The homes in this neighborhoodhaveeitheraCottage, Farmhouse,orPrairiestyle,which have certainly proven their aged beauty.

BriscoeRanch

CastleRock’soriginal“BriscoeRanch” consisted of 933 acres and was locatedjustsouthofCastleRock.The ownerwasGeorgeC.Briscoe–orCole Briscoeashelikedtobecalled–and he was a multi-talented man. He movedtoDouglasCountyfromIllinois in1879andiscreditedwithbeingone oftheoriginalpioneersofthearea.He helped establish the clay mining industrythatultimatelycontributedto thegrowthanddevelopmentofboth CastleRockandDouglasCounty.

Not only did his thriving business cementhimintheupperechelonof society, but his tireless efforts on behalfofeducationinColoradowon him respect and admiration in the politicalarena.Hewaselectedtothe ColoradoStateofRepresentativeinthe late 1890s. In 1999, he presented House Bill #144, known as the Colorado High School Bill, which established a county high school system.Locatedatthewesternedge ofTheMeadowsboundary,Briscoe Ranchisagreatplaceforwatchingthe sun set. It seems as though the Foothills are right at the doorstep, giving this neighborhood a real “Colorado feel.” Historically-inspired architecture, rich colors, and open greenspacesmakesBriscoeRancha greatplacetocallhome!

We'll share more archives in the next issue!

Small Business Spotlight: I.C. Brewhouse Small Business Spotlight: I.C. Brewhouse

I.C. Brewhouse, opened autumn 2021, brings good people and great times to the Castle Rock community. Decorated to resemble a ski lodge, I.C. Brewhouse brings the same gatheringplacevibesofsharingfoodandstorieswithfriendsoveradrink,thatyougeton theslopes.

I.C.Brewhouseisknownfortheirburgers,wings,andhappyhourthatcanbeenjoyedwith oneofthe16Coloradobeersondraftwhilewatchingoneofthe17TVs.Theircommunitycentric theme extends to everyone in your family, including your dog! They have a dog menu available on the heated patio and will even celebrate your pup’s birthday. The I.C. standsforInnerCircle-theyfeelthatguestsintherestaurantarepartoftheirinnercircle.

The team behind I.C. Brewhouse like to call themselves the "Brew Crew". Kiara Guevara (General Manager) has been in the restaurant industry for 10 years, working her way up fromaHost.Kiaralovesthecultureaspectofherjob,especiallycreatingthebestpossible experience for guests. Julian Gameros (Restaurant Manager) has an extensive resume of kitchen work, originally starting as a sandwich cook and now contributing to menu development at I.C. Brewhouse. Julian enjoys bringing his passion for food to the neighborhood.Finally,WadeEdmondson(RestaurantManager)has20yearsofrestaurant experience that ranges from mom and pop establishments to steakhouses. Wade joined the Brew Crew to help build something great for the community that he loves. He prides himself on making connections with guests and loves to see people happy through food. The Brew Crew feels passionately about Castle Rock and do their best to act as pillars of the community by supporting education. They have formed a partnership with a local schoolthatresultsinfrequentfundraisingevents,allbenefittingtheschool.

CheckoutI.C.Brewhouseat2355MercantileStreetinCastleRockonthefirstfloorofthe TalusFlatsApartmentCommunity.TheirhoursareSunday–Thursday11am–10pm,and Friday + Saturday 11am – 11pm. Events and specials are advertised on Facebook and Instagram@ICBrewhouse.Youcanorderonlineorfordeliverythroughtheirwebsite HERE Wecan'tpromiseyouwon'tbehungryorthirstyaftercheckingouttheirsocials!

TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK MEMOS TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK MEMOS

ButterfieldCrossingParkGrandReopening

ButterfieldCrossingParkhasbeenwelllovedforover30yearsandwillbereadyto welcomeanewgenerationofvisitorstoitsrecentlyupdatedfacilitiesthissummer.You areinvitedtojoinusforagrandreopeningcelebrationinearlyJune.Finalconstruction to complete the project is taking place this spring, including the installation of the inclusivePossibilitiesPlaygroundwherevisitorsofallagesandabilitieswillbeableto play,bechallengedandhavefuntogether.

Community fundraising efforts by the Castle Rock Parks and Trails Foundation have been instrumental in making this fully inclusive playground a reality, and donors have already given over $1 million of support. Join with your neighbors to ensure that the Possibilities Playgroundwillreachitsfullpotential.Yourgiftby April 30 will be doubled by a $100,000 match and will help fund the final $300,000 needed. Visit CRgov.com/PossibilitiesPlayground to make your donation today and find reopening celebration detailsinthecomingweeks.

CastleRockWatercanhelpyousavewaterandmoney

CastleRockWaterwantstohelpcustomerswhoarereadytotransformtheirlawnsto waterwiseColoradoScapeorimplementotherwatersavingmeasures.Findfree ColoradoScapedesignworkshopsandplanninghelpincludingalistofnearly300plants thatdowellinourhighmountain,aridenvironmentatCRconserve.com/ColoradoScape

Rebates may be available to customers that convert high water use lawn to ColoradoScapeorinstallultra-highefficiencytoilets,rotarysprinklernozzlesorwhole homewatermonitoringsystems.Toqualify,customersmusthaveacurrentWaterWiser certificate.BecomeWaterWiserbyregisteringforafreeworkshop.Findrebate applicationsandworkshopregistrationsatCRconserve.com.

Does your lawn suck? Water, that is. You could win a front yard makeover! Create an entertaining 30- to 60-second video about conserving water in the landscape. Then, submititbetweenApril1andApril30foran opportunity to win a $9,000 ColoradoScape front yard makeover. Find out more and enterat CRconserve.com/Contest.

TOCR MEMOS CONTINUED TOCR MEMOS CONTINUED

WhattodoinCastleRock

Withspringandsummercomeplentyofopportunitiestogetoutofthehouseandenjoy ourcommunity.TheTownhasafullseasonofeventsplannedsoyouneverhavetolook fartofindsomethingtodowithyourfriendsandfamily!

JoinusatFestivalParkfortheEarthDayFestivalfromnoonto3p.m.onApril22,help withcleanupduringSpringUptheCreekonMay6,andthenmakeyoursummerplans.

TheFestivalParkFarmersMarketisbackonSundaysfrom9a.m.to2p.m.beginning May28,ortryfreeYogaintheParkstartinginJuneatFestivalandPhilipS.Millerparks. LivemusicreturnstobothparkswithpopularFirstFridays,TunesforTrails/Perksfor ParksandtheSummerConcertSeries.VisitCRgov.com/Eventsformoreeventdetails.

TheTownTrolleyhasanewlook!

WhetheryouattendCastleRockorMeadowsevents,you'llnoticetheTownTrolley recentlygotamuch-neededmakeover!Thenewdesignremindsusofthisdelightful placethatwecallhome.Fromsolohikes,tofamilyadventures,andabustling Downtownlife,there'ssomethingthatresonatesdeeplywitheveryoneinCastleRock.

TheTrolleyiscertainlyoneofthosethingsthatmakesCastleRockuniqueandbringsa small-townfeel.Thefaceliftwillbringcheeryear-roundandduringtheholidayswhen CastleRocklightsupthenightinblueandwhite.Hoponandenjoytherideatthenext event!OrrenttheTrolleyforyourowngroup—learnmoreatCRgov.com/Trolley

CASTLE ROCK POLICE MEMOS CASTLE ROCK POLICE MEMOS

Citizen,YouthPoliceAcademiesReturn

CastleRockPoliceDepartment’scommunityacademiesareback!Adults18+willlearn whatit’sliketobeaCRPDofficerinourCitizensPoliceAcademy,a10-weekprogram filledwithhands-onexperiences,livedemonstrationsandclassroomsessions.Classes willmostlybeheldWednesdaysbeginningApril19throughJune28.Findoutmoreat CRgov.com/Academy

MiddleandhighschoolstudentscanattendtheYouthPoliceAcademy,aneducational andleadership-buildingexperienceorganizedbyCRPDSchoolResourceOfficers.Plus, returningstudentswhohavealreadyattendedareencouragedtoapplyfortheYPA Leadershiptrack.CRPDwilloffertwoseparateweeklongsessionsinbothJuneand July.VisitCRgov.com/YouthAcademytolearnmore.Don’twait–bothacademiesare freetoattend,butwillbefilledonafirst-come,first-servedbasis!

CRPDHostsDrugTake-BackEvent

Springcleaningisuponus!Ifthatincludesgoing throughyourmedicinecabinets,CRPDcanhelp disposeofanyexpiredorunusedmedications.

CRPDispartneringwiththeDrugEnforcement AgencyforitsNationalPrescriptionDrugTake Backevent.JoinCRPDonSaturday,April22, from10a.m.to2p.m.atthefollowinglocations:

CastleRockPoliceDepartment,100PerrySt. KingSoopersPromenade(PharmacyDriveThruLane2),5544PromenadePkwy

Byproperlydisposingofmedication,you’re keepingdrugsoutofCastleRock’swatersystem, butalsoawayfromindividualsorchildrenwho shouldn’thaveaccesstothem.

SummerDirtJumpsandDonuts,SplashMobFun

It’snevertoolatetolookaheadtosummerfun!BeginninginJune,keepaneyeonthe CRPD'ssocialmediachannelswherethey’llannouncetheirDirtJumpsandDonutsand SplashMobevents.ThesefunactivitiesallowCRPDtoconnectwiththeTown’s youngestresidents.KidsofallagesareinvitedtoparticipateinSplashMob,agiant waterfightwiththeTown’sfirstresponders,orDirtJumpsandDonuts,aneveningof ridingattheRhyoliteBikeParkwithCRPD’sbikeunit.

Bothoftheseeventsarefreetoattend.WatercannonswillbesuppliedattheSplash Mobs,anddonutswillbeservedatDirtJumpsandDonuts.Theseeventsaretypically announcedadayortwobeforeonCRPD’sFacebookandInstagramchannels,sobe suretogivethemafollowforthelatesteventdetails:

Facebook:www.Facebook.com/CRpoliceCO

Instagram:@CRpoliceCO

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