Settle up and settle in. Check the latest news at Looking Glass – what’s moving and shaking, and what to expect for what’s just over the horizon. And when there’s an event taking place, check here too for details and how to register.
September 2, 2025
Parker, Colorado, a vibrant community located southeast of Denver, has grown rapidly in the last 30 years. It is known for a charming downtown, strong school system, and family-friendly atmosphere. Parker’s outlying residential developments attract buyers seeking new construction especially south of Hess Road. And the new build community of Looking Glass reflects both the region’s dynamic growth and its commitment to quality living. We spoke with Looking Glass resident Nick Rizzi, a real estate agent with Happy Homes in Colorado, for another look at the market right in his backyard.
August 26, 2025
A few days ago, Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve, signaled a likely an interest rate cut in the near future. We used that as a jumping off point to speak with local realtor, Nick Rizzi, at Happy Homes in Colorado, about the implications of a rate cut to people interested in purchasing a home in 2025.
August 14, 2025
It’s back to school week for students in Looking Glass | Parker, so this weekend will be a welcome one for families looking to rest, relax and find entertainment and recreation options near home. The master-planned community of Looking Glass/Parker is minutes away from outdoor concerts, outdoor markets, and outdoor dining. Check out all the things to do this weekend and next!
August 12, 2025
Families with school-age children in Looking Glass can choose to attend private schools, or, public schools in the Douglas County School District. Douglas County Schools are known for their commitment to academic excellence, overall student development, and a strong sense of community.
August 5, 2025
Parker residents, including many who live in the new home community of Looking Glass, are THRILLED with the new S. Chambers Road extension – now open and ready for north/south traffic!
July 31, 2025
The Honey Festival is coming to Parker and the monster trucks to Denver! You can listen to music outdoors at parks from 10 to 20 minutes away from the master-planned community of Looking Glass/Parker and so are musicals, plays and farmer’s markets!
July 17, 2025
Both the Douglas County and Arapahoe County Fairs are coming to town with so many events and activities you won’t know which direction to drive for a good time! Plus plenty of indoor/outdoor concerts and plays will have provide family-friendly summer entertainment for days.
July 8, 2025
Whether you’re planning a weekend BBQ, hosting neighborhood kids, or want to get the fam up off the couch and outside on weeknights to do something fun, Prime Day deals (today through July 11) are a great excuse to shop online. Here are some games that will upgrade your backyard collection – and fingers crossed — they might just be on sale!
July 3, 2025
Oh, beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain! It’s America’s birthday this week and there are plenty of things to do in Parker and nearby – with family, friends and neighbors! Plus, Katy Perry’s coming to town, along with everybody’s favorite aerial acrobats – Cirque du Soleil! he master-planned community of Looking Glass/Parker is minutes away from outdoor festivals, celebrations and makers’ markets!
July 2, 2025
The master-planned community of Looking Glass in Parker, Colorado is a vibrant collection of new home neighborhoods with residents of all ages and its location provides access to a wide variety of recreational, cultural, and family-friendly activities and events. With events planned throughout the year within the community – thanks to an active, hands-on social committee — and all kinds of fun activities just minutes away in town, if you like to eat, ride, roll, slide, bowl, swing, watch or sweat — this is the place to be!