The Castle Pines Connection

An Evening with Illusionist Rick Thomas
2022-03-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker, CO, 80138
An Evening with Illusionist Rick Thomas
7:30 p.m., PACE Center, Parker, www.parkerarts.org
Few entertainers have succeeded in Las Vegas like Rick Thomas, whose show has run consecutively for 15 years, including a staggering 600 performances a year. Rick Thomas now tours performing the most intriguing and innovative grand illusions in the world with a style unlike any other. His stage presence is unmatched as he weaves magic, music and dance into a seamless spectacle.
Without doubt, Rick Thomas is one of the greatest and most successful illusionists in the world today. He has completed five world tours covering over 50 countries. From sold out performances at Caesars Colosseum, headlining the Sydney Opera House in Australia, and performing both in Las Vegas and on Broadway, Rick Thomas continues to entertain millions of people across the world with the most breathtaking and spectacular magic ever to be seen on stage and television today!
High honors include the coveted “Magician of the Year” awarded by the Academy of Magical Arts and magic’s highest recognition, “Illusionist of the World,” by the World Magic Awards. Thomas has also been featured on numerous national television specials including the NBC series “The World’s Greatest Magic” and “Masters of Illusion” on the CW, as well as on MTV, FOX, TLC, Animal Planet, the History Channel and in his own special on ABC.

Family Discovery Series: Tall, Tall Tales by Millibo Art Theatre
2022-03-05 10:00 - 12:00 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker, CO, 80138
Family Discovery Series: Tall, Tall Tales by Millibo Art Theatre
10 a.m.
Schoolhouse Theater, Parker
www.parkerarts.org
Family Discovery Series: Tall, Tall Tales by Millibo Art Theatre
Slue Foot Sue, Pecos Bill and Paul Bunyan join forces to save the planet, but they need your help to make it happen! So, pull up your bootstraps and join us for inventive storytelling, physical comedy and a great big, “YES WE CAN!”
This affordable series is designed to introduce your little ones to the incredible world of arts and culture. These family-friendly events are low cost and 60 minutes or under, allowing kids to explore and engage with the arts. A lifetime of the arts starts one discovery at a time!

2022 Mile High Beer Festival,
2022-03-05 12:30 - 19:00 | McNichols Civic Center Building, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80202
MCNICHOLS BUILDING
03/05/2022 · 12:30PM
2022 Mile High Beer Festival, 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
McNichols Civic Center Building, Denver
www.milehighbeerfestival.com
The legendary, always local, always sold out Mile High Beer Festival returns in 2022!
Saturday, March 5, the Annual Mile High Beer Festival will offer up samples of the best craft beers in the great state of Colorado.
AFTERNOON & EVENING SESSIONS
• Session 1 – 1pm-3:30pm (Early Entry at 12:30 pm)
• Session 2 – 4:30pm-7pm (Early Entry at 4 pm)
TICKET OPTIONS
General Admission: Includes entry to the event and unlimited sampling, commemorative sample glass
Early Entry: Includes half hour early entry and unlimited sampling, commemorative sample glass
This event is for ages 21+ only. IDs will be checked at the door. No refunds will be issued. Event will go on, rain or shine. Be sure to use ride sharing services and never ever drink and drive. Know your limits, no extra points are awarded for getting sloppy.
RSVP on the FB Event Page for the latest updates.
Follow us on Instagram -@milehighbeerfest

Campfire Hike, Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area
2022-03-05 14:00 - 16:30 | Backcountry Wilderness Area, Highlands Ranch, CO, United States
Campfire Hike, Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Avoid cabin fever with a family hike at the backcountry Base Camp. Depending on the weather and conditions, we’ll do a short nature hike, build snowmen play with chickens, meet our goats, and relax in the fresh air. After the hike, post up next to the fire to roast marshmallows and make S’mores (the possibility of a campfire is pending conditions)

Denver Polar Plunge & 5K
2022-03-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Washington Park, South Downing and Louisiana Stree, Denver, CO, 80210

Play Chess!
2022-03-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Douglas County Library, 100 S Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104
Love to play chess?
Did you know on Monday’s the Castle Rock Chess Club and Play Chess! Parker are two Douglas County libraries groups that gather at 6 p.m. for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities? Check the events calendar at www.dcl.org/authors-events
https://douglascountylibraries.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?eventid=196743

Denver Art Museum | Free Day Admission
2022-03-08 | Denver Art Musuem, 100 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Free Admission. Advance ticket reservations are encouraged. Limited tickets will be available onsite the day of.
Visit the Denver Art Museum and enjoy free general admission all day!
Please note: Free Days do not include admission to Whistler to Cassatt.
Free Day | March 8, 2022 | Denver Art Museum

Discovering Antarctica: Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Crean, and Scott
2022-03-08 13:00 - 2022-03-09 21:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, United States
Discovering Antarctica: Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Crean, and Scott
Tuesday, March 08 – Wednesday, March 09, 2022

Set during The Golden Age of Antarctic Exploration (1901–16), discover the riveting true stories of Shackleton and Scott through the eyes of Tom Crean, who was at the center of three of the most daring and challenging expeditions to the great white continent – including Shackleton’s ill-fated Endurance expedition. This one-man production is an intimate piece of theater that reenacts the heroic endeavors with a blend of drama, humor, and a rich Irish storytelling style that takes you to the edge of your seat… and beyond!

Face coverings are strongly recommended by the CDC while indoors in public spaces, regardless of vaccination status.

One Night of Queen Performed by GARY MULLEN AND THE WORKS
2022-03-09 19:00 - 22:00 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker, CO, 80138
In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV’s “Stars In Their Eyes” Live Grand Final, with the largest number of votes ever received in the shows history. The record of 864,838 votes was more than twice that of the runner-up. Gary began touring on his own and in 2002 formed a band ‘The Works’, to pay tribute to rock legends Queen. Since May 2002, ‘Gary Mullen and the Works’ have performed throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand to sell-out audiences. The outfit have also twice rocked the prestigious BBC Proms in the Park, in front of a very enthusiastic crowd of 40,000. One Night of Queen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. This show will ROCK you!
One Night of Queen Performed by GARY MULLEN AND THE WORKS – Parker Arts

Dougas County Libraries Presents author C.J. Box
2022-03-10 19:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, United States
Dougas County Libraries
present author C.J. Box
7 p.m.
Lone Tree Arts Center
www.lonetreeartscenter.org

Douglas County Libraries presents An Evening with NYT Bestselling Author CJ Box

Thursday, March 10, 2022
Douglas County Libraries is pleased to host New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box. The award-winning author will talk about his new thriller in the Joe Pickett series, Shadows Reel. Ticket purchase includes a reserved seat at the author’s presentation, one complimentary drink, a hardcover copy of Shadows Reel, and a place in the signing line.
Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery, and connection.

Monte Vista Crane Festival
2022-03-11 | CO

Celtic Mania | Denver Brass
2022-03-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80210
Celtic Mania
March 11 – 13, times vary
Livestream also on March 12
June Swaner Gates Concert Hall
Denver
www.newmancenterpresents.com
7:30PM MST
The long awaited return of THE HOTTEST CELTIC SHOW IN TOWN is finally here! The buzz is in the air, and it’s not just the sound of Denver Brass warming up for what Westword calls one of Denver’s best annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Behold the visual and sonic experience that only Denver Brass offers, a sensory kaleidoscope of Celtic dance, brass, bagpipes, hammered dulcimer, Irish tenor and more! Join the obsession and make this your annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition!

43rd Annual Tri-State Auto Exhibition
2022-03-12 - 2022-04-13 | National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, Colorado
National Western Complex, Denver, www.tristateautoexhibition.com/
43RD ANNUAL Tri-State Auto Exhibition | March 12th – 13th, 2022
SATURDAY 10AM – 9PM
SUNDAY 10AM – 5PM
The Sabers of Denver members have been participating and promoting motorsports since 1956. Then in 1958 they started the Tri-State Auto Exhibition and later in 1972 they began the Tri-State Swap Meet. Both have been a huge success in Denver as well as a tradition for 64 years.

Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade
2022-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 | CO
Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade, 9:30 a.m.
Downtown Denver, www.denverstpatricksdayparade.com
Parade Route

Parade step off – 9:30 am on Saturday the 12th of March, 2022
The parade starts on Wynkoop at 19th, turns down 17th street in front of Union Station, and then turns NE down Blake street proceeding all the way up to 27th

Harlem Globetrotters
2022-03-12 13:00 - 16:30 | Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, Denver, 80204
Harlem Globetrotters, 1 p.m., Ball Arena, Denver
https://www.ballarena.com/

Spread Game Tour

We teamed up with award-winning experts from broadway and renowned comedians to create an experience like no other.
Top it off with the Globetrotters’ signature ankle breaking moves and rim-rattling dunks, and your family is sure to have an unforgettable night!

The Mary Louise Lee Band: A Tribute to Gladys Knight
2022-03-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, United States
The Mary Louise Lee Band: A Tribute to Gladys Knight and the Pips
www.lonetreeartscenter.org
Saturday, March 12, 2022
“Lee’s strength is her powerful voice.” – The Know

The Mary Louise Lee Band is back with an all-new show featuring the music of one of Motown’s amazing artist/groups, Gladys Knight and the Pips! After selling out the 2019 LTAC season opener with a tribute to Diana Ross, Mary Louise Lee ignites the stage once again lending her powerful voice to yet another one of music’s greatest living legends. With her amazing range, emotional fire, and sheer charisma onstage, Mary Louise Lee and her full band take you on a tour through some of Gladys Knight and the Pips’ most popular songs and some lesser-known melodies.

New subscription packages (THREE OR MORE PERFORMANCES) go on sale through the box office on Tuesday, July 6. Individual tickets go on sale July 13, 2021.

Face coverings are recommended for indoor public spaces by the CDC, regardless of vaccination status.

Runnin’of the Green Lucky 7K & 2K
2022-03-13 08:00 - 13:00 | Washington Park, South Downing and Louisiana Stree, Denver, CO, 80210
Runnin’ of the Green Terry McGrath’

Denver’s Classic Irish Jog! | Runnin’of the Green Lucky 7K and 2 Mile Leprechaun Leap Walk & Irish Festival.

8:30 a.m. – Bib Pickup and Race Day Registration
9:55 a.m. – Athletes with disabilities advanced start
10:00 a.m. – Lucky 7K Run/Walk Start
Wave start, participants will line up according to their expected pace per mile.
10:30 a.m. – Leprechaun Leap 2 Mile Starts

Passport to Culture: Fiesta Colorado
2022-03-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, United States
Main Stage

Fiesta Colorado Dance Company, directed by Jeanette Trujillo-Lucero, focuses on preserving and presenting the Hispanic dance arts of Colorado. Their performance is a demonstration of how Mexican folkloric dance embodies the richest artistic manifestations of culture and tradition.

Passport to Culture is a program specifically designed for children and families to experience arts and culture outside the classroom and inside a world of imagination through performances, workshops and pure entertainment to foster the growth of visual and performing arts, science and cultural understanding in our community.

Face coverings are strongly recommended by the CDC while indoors in public spaces, regardless of vaccination status.

Passport to Culture: Fiesta Colorado (lonetreeartscenter.org)

Nature EdVentures - Stargazing
2022-03-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Red Tail Park, 2674 Pemberly Ave, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126, United States
Nature EdVentures: Shooting Stars Stargazing
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Red-Tail Park Highlands Ranch
www.highlandsranch.org
The Metro District offers a variety of programs to foster responsible stewardship of the environment and our community. These programs offer youth and adults hands-on learning opportunities and encourage viewing our environment in a respectful manner.
Throughout the year, the Metro District’s park rangers and staff offer programs that emphasize education and stewardship of the parks and open space areas in Highlands Ranch. Nature programs and presentations are also available to groups and schools. For more information or to schedule a park ranger to visit your organization, please call the Metro District’s Recreation Services staff at 303-791-2710.
Nature EdVentures | Highlands Ranch Metro District

Denver Botanic Gardens and Chatfield Farms
2022-03-16 | Denver Botanic Garden Chatfield Farms, 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO, 80128
Free Days occur throughout the year, thanks to funding from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
Advanced online registration is required to ensure that we can accommodate people safely given ongoing COVID-19 concerns. Free Days are for regular Gardens hours only and do not include ticketed events.
Tickets will be released on the 15th of the current month for the following month.

Irish Denver Walking Tour
2022-03-17 11:00 - 12:30 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, Denver, 80203
Irish Denver Walking Tour
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
www.historycolorado.org/
The story of Denver’s Irish is a complicated one. Led by James Walsh, University of Colorado Denver professor and founder of the organic theater company The Romero Troupe, this walking tour will shed new light on conflicts and stories of survival that defined Denver’s working class for generations.
Led by Jim Walsh, a professor at the University of Colorado Denver.

SPARK! Alliance: Dancing in the 20th Century
2022-03-17 13:30 - 16:00 | Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, United States
SPARK! Alliance:
Dancing in the 20th Century
1:30 p.m., Lone Tree Arts Center
www.lonetreeartscenter.org

SPARK! Alliance: Scenic Switzerland with Maureen Holland

Thursday, March 17, 2022
Take a photo journey to Switzerland with everyone’s favorite guide, Maureen Holland. From an extreme hike on the Murren Via Ferrata with Maureen’s husband to the cows coming down the mountain in autumn, get ready to explore the beauty and traditions of Switzerland.
SPARK! is a free program offered in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association for people experiencing mild memory loss, early stage Alzheimer’s, or a related dementia, and their family, friends, and guests.
Face coverings are optional.

Denver Home Show
2022-03-18 10:00 - 20:00 | National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, Colorado
Denver Home Show
National Western Complex
Expo Hall of Education
Denver, March 18 –20
Times vary
https://denverhomeshow.com/
The Denver Home Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.
Adults – Age 13+ at Box Office $11.00
Adults – Age 13+ – Online $9.00
Seniors 60+ at Box Office or Online $6.00
Children – Age 12 and Under FREE
$5 After 5pm: Friday & Saturday is $5 admission day after 5pm.
Valid only at the Box Office after 5pm.

Parker Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven!
2022-03-18 19:30 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker, CO, 80138
Parker Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven!
7:30 p.m.
PACE Center, Parker
www.parkerarts.org
MARCH 18, 2022 AT 7:30 PM

Great music is inspiring, and arguably one of the greatest masters of inspiration was Ludwig Van Beethoven. He was beloved by audiences since his first composition over 240 years ago. The Parker Symphony Orchestra will belatedly celebrate his birthday 250 years ago in 2020. Join us for the magnificent 5th Symphony and other exciting Beethoven works.

Cyfford Still Museum
2022-03-19 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204
Cyfford Still Museum
www.clyffordstillmuseum.org
In appreciation of the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), and in the spirit of community engagement, the Clyfford Still Museum offers free admission once a month on select days throughout the year. Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are not required.

Greater Prairie Chicken Viewing Tours
2022-03-19 08:00 - 2022-04-10 17:00 | Wray Museum, 205 E 3rd Street Wray, Wray, 80758, United States
Greater Prairie Chicken Viewing Tours
Fridays and Saturdays, March 19 – April 10, Wray, CO
www.wraychamber.net/greater-prarie-chicken-tours/#!event-list
The Greater Prairie Chicken Tours were started in 1994 by a former officer of the Colorado Division of Wildlife. These tours were started to educate the public on these, at the time, endangered birds. The East Yuma County Historical Society was asked in the late 1990’s to take on arranging these tours to help raise funds for the Wray Museum. Then in the early 2000’s, the Wray Chamber of Commerce was asked to take over arranging the tours.

Fourth Annual ShamROCK Stampede
2022-03-19 08:30 - 12:30 | Douglas County Fairgrounds & Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO, 80104, United States
Fourth Annual ShamROCK Stampede
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Douglas County Event Center, Castle Rock
ShamROCK Stampede

4th Annual
☘️ShamROCK Stampede☘️
Presented by Einstein Bros.® Bagels
Lucky 7K, 3.3k, FREE 1k Kid’s Sham-Scram Family Fun Run/Walk
The New Premier Irish Celebration
St. Paddy’s Day Weekend
Saturday March 19, 2022
Douglas County Event Center
500 Fairgrounds Drive
Castle Rock, CO
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Fleetwood Mask: The Fleetwood Mac Experience
2022-03-19 19:30 | PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker, CO, 80138
Fleetwood Mask: The Fleetwood Mac Experience
7:30 p.m., PACE Center, Parker, www.parkerarts.org
Fleetwood Mask: The Fleetwood Mac Experience
Fleetwood Mask is the ultimate tribute band recreating the magic of Fleetwood Mac’s best live shows. Personally endorsed and authorized by Mick Fleetwood, himself: “Fleetwood Mask is the best. They ARE the closest to the real thing! A true talent, a true class act.”

Winter Warm Up 5K, 10K and Virtual Event
2022-03-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Winter Warm-Up Denver, 8801 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Denver, CO 80238, CO, 80238, United States
Like Running or Walking? Love Flannel? This race is for you!
Join us on Sunday, March 20th, 2022 for an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Central Park! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the race SWAG this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by Bodies Race Company. Results will be posted at gorunkc.com.
Registration includes a race t-shirt and a custom finisher medal. Make sure to check out our add-on items!
Age Group Awards: The top three males and females in each age group will win an award. Check-in and collect at the race after you finish!
Central Park
8801 M.L.K. Jr Blvd
Denver, CO US 80266
PACKET PICKUP
Race Morning
Location: Near the Start line under the Bodies Tent
Time: 6:45 am- 7:45 am

Mrs Krishnan’s Party
2022-03-22 19:30 - 21:30 | University of Denver June Swaner Gates Concert Hall, 2344 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80208
Mrs Krishnan’s Party
7:30 p.m.
June Swaner Gates Concert Hall Denver

2344 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80208

(303) 871-7720

newmanboxoffice@du.edu

Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Step into the back room of Mrs Krishnan’s convenience store where garlands decorate the ceiling and music flows at a party that has the critics raving and audiences leaping to their feet.
You’ll sit on stage with the actors and get to enjoy Mrs Krishnan’s famous dahl!
