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RCHS varsity pom team, UDA Champions (left to right) back row: Coach Alicia Heimerdinger, Kate Reisig, Amy Taylor, Kelsey Hofstetter, Alexis Todd, Ciara Stamper, Hannah Wilson, and Lauren Packer; front row: Ali Sunshine, Ivy Deibel (captain), Charity Sammons (captain), Sara Eldridge, and Sam Pusar. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos courtesy of Vanessa Pusar The Rock Canyon…
Pictured above, Tucker Middleton stands with the 32 turkeys he collected to help the Denver Rescue Mission for Thanksgiving. Article and photo by Carin R. Kirkegaard Tucker Middleton organized and collected 32 turkeys and raised more than $100 to help the Denver Rescue Mission with the organization’s annual Turkey Drive. Middleton, a Castle Pines resident…
By Elizabeth Wood West with artist’s rendering courtesy of Centura Health Construction is well underway on phase one of Centura Health’s new 50-acre medical campus. The campus is located just south of the Castle Pines community on the northeast corner of Meadows Parkway and Prairie Hawk Drive, west of Santa Fe Drive in Castle Rock.…
Back Row: Mark Victery (Mr. Jenson); Grace Fling (Mrs. Jaramillo); Avery Tisdale (Mrs. Sedersten); Grace Owens (Mrs. Phelan); Kerst Meibos (Mrs. Pedrett); Thomas Waggett (Mrs. Herzog); Xander Keriazakos (Mrs. Pinke). Middle Row: Morgan Wright (Mrs. Coombs); Zander Danyliw (Mrs. Shaffner); Eliot Nelson (Mrs. Jacoway); David Wright (Mrs. Miller); Lexi Pendergraft (Mrs. Brester); Emily Everds (Mrs.…
By Elizabeth Wood West Members of Boy Scout Troop 316 of Castle Pines donned their uniforms and headlamps to lend a hand with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce’s 75th annual star lighting ceremony on November 20. Susan Thayer, member of the chamber’s board of directors and 2010 star lighting committee, came up with the…
From left to right Miss Teen Colorado 2011 – Caley Pavillard, Blair Griffith – Miss Colorado USA 2011, Kent Paul, former Mr. Colorado, Kathy Pallaoro – Mrs. Colorado United States 2010. Congratulations Kent on your grand opening celebration of Turbo Training Fitness Center . Check it out at www.turbotrainingfitness.com.
Information and logo provided by Dumb Friends League Dumb Friends League is holding its annual Paws to Give fund drive now to help care for more than 25,000 homeless pets this coming year. “We need your help now more than ever,” said Bob Rohde, Dumb Friends League president and CEO. “Any amount you can give—whether…
AA first grader, Aurora Brady, holding a squid found in a dog shark’s stomach during dissection. Article by Kathy Dunker with photo by Kristi Doke During their Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) unit in November, American Academy (AA) first grade students had the opportunity to think like marine biologists. They used their knowledge of…
The Intermountain Champion Women’s Tennis Team, from the Colorado Athletic Club Inverness, (left to right), Jennifer Brockel, Bernadette Bille, Mary Evilsizer, Deb Boyle, Kim Reed, Lisa Herz, Diane Levy, Diana Zoeller, Lori Ann Emlong, Wendy Divita, and Kris Staaf. Kim Reed of Castle Pines serving to her opponent in Nationals. By Liane M. Davis with…
Dr. Patrick Wilson and Dr. Lisa Fox of Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry stand in front of 2,000 pounds of candy collected during their annual Halloween candy buy-back program in November – well surpassing last year’s 1,100 pounds. Children received $1 for each pound of candy brought into the office. The USO will distribute this massive…
Seated is Melissa Howard and standing behind her is Linda Bulmer, Castle Pines residents who recently opened their own specialty shop, Bellezza Boutique, located at the Streets of Southglenn at the corner of University Boulevard and Arapahoe Road. Article and photo by Carin R. Kirkegaard Linda Bulmer and Melissa Howard, two Castle Pines residents and…
Lincoln Meadows is a continuing care retirement community located at Lincoln Avenue and I-25. Photo courtesy of Spectrum Retirement Communities Marketing & Sales Coordinator Kim Goodwin. By Elizabeth Wood West What happens if you or a loved one has a serious illness or injury? Usually, you are treated at a hospital until you have recovered…
Holiday events are plentiful this December By Patte Smith Santa, colorful lights, cocoa and cookies, movies, music, plays and more — this holiday season is jam-packed with all kinds of events for families, friends, relatives and visitors from out-of-town. Children can take advantage of the many programs offered by the various local recreation centers as…
Information provided by the City of Castle Pines North As of January 1, 2011, the City of Castle Pines North will be known simply as the City of Castle Pines. Voters in November approved more than three- to- one the ballot question to drop “North” from the city’s name, a move city officials believe will…
by Elizabeth Wood West Village resident and long-time railroad quiet zone advocate Don Somsky may soon be able to rid Castle Pines Village of some of the unwanted train horn noise. Somsky, the Castle Pines Homes Association (CPHA), and other Village residents have worked this past year with Douglas County engineering staff member Sean Owens…
Surrey Ridge kids, families, friends and relatives enjoyed the frightfully fun annual neighborhood Halloween hayrack ride. Sloppy joes, chips, pop and candy were served from a spooky black coffin manned by witches, ghouls and parents decked out for the dark and unusually warm night. More than fifty kids rode on hay-filled tractors that wound around…
The Pfeiffer family gathered around their trusty turkey fryer this Thanksgiving (left to right) Susan, Sam, Tim, Ally, and Drew. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos provided by Susan Pfeiffer Deep fried turkey may not seem like the typical tradition, but Tim and Susan Pfeiffer, residents of Stonecroft, are on their fifth year of deep…
Second grader Owen Mullison and his teacher Kristen WardBrown display a Scandinavian tapestry, a family heirloom Owen included in his “Culture Trunk.” All second graders at Timber Trail Elementary assembled the trunks, including photographs and other items representing their cultural heritage. article and photo by Lisa Crockett Knowing where they come from may help second-graders…
Artist Suzanne Dutcher displays her hand-painted antique tea set, clock, and child’s tea set. Article and photos byElizabeth Wood West Colorado native and Castle Pines North resident Suzanne Dutcher has turned her love of tea sets and antiques into a unique art form. Dutcher transforms every day and heirloom-quality serving pieces into one-of-a-kind functional art…
Keys Tone Music Academy (KTMA) is offering adult group piano lessons. No Talent Required! KTMA believes every life needs music and this course gets you playing at the very first class. Beginning and Intermediate classes are available. Class size is limited to eight adults and lasts for one hour. Morning, afternoon and evening sessions are…
Cherokee Ranch and Castle Events Assistant Tanya Baldwin stands in the dining room with afternoon tea. Article and photo by Elizabeth Wood West If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind holiday event, set in a magnificent castle with breathtaking views of Pikes Peak, Devil’s Head, the Front Range, and downtown Denver, then consider attending one…
Article by Kathy Dunker with photo collage by Tim Gamble On a blustery Autumn afternoon, the ghosts and goblins of the Castle Pines community came out in force. Trick or Treat Street, sponsored by the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce, was an enjoyable way to break into the Halloween weekend spirit. With 26 businesses participating,…
by Carin R. Kirkegaard This Thanksgiving, plan to attend the Turkey Rock Trot and work up an appetite for the big holiday meal. The proceeds from the event will benefit the Douglas/Elbert County Task Force. The event takes place at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Race day registration for $30 per runner begins at 8:30 a.m.…
By Patte Smith As the holidays roll around, the Douglas/Elbert Task Force is hard at work organizing two 9Cares Colorado Shares food drives and the Santa Sharing program. “We have seen a rise in individuals and families needing assistance, and are reaching out to the community for help,” notes Suzanne Greene, executive director of the…
Dr. Andrew Dunbar Castle Pines Orthodontics Article and photo submitted byCastle Pines Orthodontics Congratulations to Castle Pines Orthodontics for exceeding expectations again and again! Dr. Andrew Dunbar and his team at Castle Pines Orthodontics has been chosen and recognized by 5280 Magazine as the top orthodontist in the Castle Pines/ Castle Rock area for 2010.…
by Lisa Crockett With leaves falling and a hint of cool in the air, snow season will soon be here. All communities follow similar protocols when prioritizing the order in which streets are plowed: main arterial roads first, then collector roads and school bus routes, local roads, and finally, cul-de-sacs. Snow removal services in Castle…
In the courtroom scene are actors (left to right) Cole Owens, Morgan Hayes, Louise Macdonald, Katt Domingue, Cristina Vazquez, Aimee Shnebeck, Jacob Donaldson, Hayley Zulkoski and Quinn Kennedy. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Alan Treibitz The Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) thespians, led by instructor, Cindy Baker, did an outstanding performance last month…
The Kruse Family – Joe and Sarah, Jack (11), Sawyer (10) and Willie (7) own SeekingSitters of Colorado By Liane M. Davis with photo provided by the Kruse family Finding a babysitter is hard and finding a trustworthy babysitter to leave behind with your children is even harder. Sarah and Joe Kruse, parents of three…
The final prize, CPN II resident, Mike Dunker, bags a cow elk on October 24. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Mike Dunker October and November ‘tis the season in Colorado; big game hunting season, that is. Many Castle Pines residents are heading to the mountains this fall as big game season switched into…
Friday, Nov 12, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Learn to make fresh handmade bread just in time for the holidays. Leave with bread mix ready to take home and bake. All supplies included. A pizza stone is needed to bake bread at home. Ages 16 to adult; Fee: $20/$18 Resident Classes are offered through the…
Article by Kathy Dunker The $20 on the 20th economic stimulus boost, sponsored by the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with The Castle Pines Connection, is back! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 20 for some great deals from Castle Pines North (CPN) merchants. As a way of encouraging residents to spend an…
TTE Book Fair “Saves the Day” The Timber Trail Elementary Book Fair, which has a theme of “Reading Saves the Day,” will be held from November 8 through 12. The Book Fair will be open: Monday and Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. –…
This information has been provided by the City of Castle Pines North. In a collaborative effort with the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority, the City of Castle Pines North is submitting an application for Community Wildfire Protection Plan assistance and funding from the Coalition for the Upper South Platte (CUSP). CUSP provides financial assistance to…
Sabrina (left) and Madison (right) Vachris Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Two girls from the Castle Pines community are getting one of the best presents of all this season: a dream come true. Madison and Sabrina Vachris, ages eleven and nine respectively, are members of the tap team at the Danza Dance Academy in…
Come on strike! Carla Kenny (left) at the two-lane bowling alley in the historic Louviers Village Club House taking on Leadership Douglas County cohort Steve Labossiere (right). by Patte Smith with photos by Michelle Holbrook Blasting around the county and having a dynamite time is where Castle Pines resident Carla Kenny was on a beautiful…
This information has been provided by the City of Castle Pines North. The City of Castle Pines North’s financial position continues to be positive when compared to budget and forecast thru the first eight months of the year. The latest fiscal updates include: Actual Compared to Budget: The City is in a favorable position to…
Owner Paige Corbett, MSN, CNM, NP-C by Elizabeth Wood West with photo provided by Paige Corbett Family Health Matters (FHM) will open its doors soon, offering a broad range of medical services to the Castle Pines community. FHM will provide walk-in care for non-life threatening illnesses and emergencies, routine lab tests, immunizations, women’s health, and…
Darren Everett, a representative of The Canyons, makes a presentation to members of the community in October. The development, which is east of Castle Pines North across I-25 and borders the Estates at Happy Canyon on the north and east, is on hold due to economic conditions. It could still be several years before development…
Information submitted by Lane Roberts, Castle Pines Athletics Castle Pines Athletics is set to host a new basketball program in Castle Pines North. Registration is now underway for a new recreational basketball program for children ages preschool to fourth grade. It ends November 5. Castle Pines Athletics will be hosting a basketball program at the…
Pictured above: The second place soccer stars, pictured from left to right. Top row: Assistant Coach Curtis, Mia, Lexi, Emily Zoe, Brooke, Kaylee, Dani, and Coach Karen. Bottom row: Dekota, Neva, Lily, Lane, and Nikita. Article and photo submitted by Myrian Lewis On October third and fourth Colorado Youth Soccer held the CYS Cup for…
The book fair’s grand opening happened in conjunction with the Rock Slide and the Waffle Brother’s Waffle Breakfast. While runners stretched and prepared for the race start Clifford the Big Red Dog gave hugs while Lea M. carried a sign announcing that the book fair was open for business. Article and photo by Carin R.…
Clark on her horse, “Duncans Dun It” at the Mountain Affiliate Finals, Utah, in September of this year. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Judson Crossland and courtesy of Stuart Clark Emily Clark, a 13-year-old seventh grader at Denver Christian in Highlands Ranch, has had a very impressive year as a young equestrian. A…
Julenn Lefgren Batchelor By Joe Gschwendtner with photo provided by Brenda Colling Julenn Lefgren Batchelor, 67, lost her fight against cancer on August 28. She was an active woman and Castle Pines North neighbor for fourteen years. Her impact on all was by example, and a driving energy infused her life at every waking hour.…
More than 150 women attended the Fifth Great American Jacket Exchange at the Oxford Hotel in the heart of Denver. Funds from the annual event are used to directly support services that Warren Village provides to single parent families. Pictured above are Castle Pines women who came out to show their support. Article and photo…
November 20 The Town of Castle Rock will kick-off the holiday season on Saturday, November 20, by lighting the star atop the historic rock. This town tradition is planned from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wilcox Square in downtown Castle Rock. Enjoy festivities such as carolers, a live nativity, a chili cook-off, horse drawn…
Article and photos by Kathy Dunker Anthonette Klinkerman, a.k.a Courtesy Boot Camp’s “Colonel Klink” has a new addition to her manners seminars; a book. Klinkerman, a six-year resident of The Retreat neighborhood in Castle Pines North, has been hosting manners and etiquette seminars through her company Courtesy Boot Camp since February of last year. Klinkerman’s…
Jaguar Varsity Girls (left to right) Ali Will, Emily Huber, Phoebe Schneider, Leah Huber, Cassandra Hardy, Coach Anna Moseley, Sami Will, Sydney Fleecs, Kaylyn Mondschein-Snook. Photo courtesy of Dezi Kappes. Article and photo by Elizabeth Wood West After months of rigorous training, hard work, and unswerving competitive spirit, Rock Canyon High School’s Jaguars boys’ and girls’ varsity…
This information has been provided by the City of Castle Pines North. Staff has prepared the draft 2011 budget for review by the City Council. The budget represents a phased approach to converting some current contracted services to “in-house”. The transition plan concept reduces the scope of the existing CH2M Hill contract, creates two internal…
McCarty at the varsity football game, Shea Stadium, wearing her royal sash. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Kathy Dunker and Sherry McCarty “It is our pleasure to inform you that your daughter has been nominated for Rock Canyon High School’s 2010 Homecoming Royalty Court!” So began the McCarty family’s, CPN II residents, voyage…
Information submitted by South Suburban Parks and Recreation During November, South Suburban Parks and Recreation will celebrate Great Skate Month with FREE skating classes at both ice arena facilities, South Suburban Ice Arena, 6580 S. Vine St., Centennial, and Family Sports Center, 6901 S. Peoria St., Centennial. A free 30-minute skating class will be offered…
In the month of November, Douglas County Libraries will gather gently used and new coats for those in need this winter as part of the Coats for Colorado program. Please bring your used coats to any library location, November 1-30: Castle Pines Library (7437 Village Square Dr.) Parker Library (10851 S. Crossroads Dr.) Highlands Ranch…
Pictured above are members from the Cerney Circle Cleavage Conservation group who ran and walked in Denver’s Race for the Cure October 3. Back row: (from left to right) Beth England, Theresa McDowell, Jill Johnson, Christi Johnson, and Amy Patterson. Front row: (from left to right) Jen Krumenauer, Sheila Fuselier, Abigail Fuselier, and Heather Griffin.…
This information has been provided by the City of Castle Pines North. The Castle Pines North City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 10-81 at the October 12 City Council Meeting, which allows the transition from the City Council serving at the Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority Commission (URA) to a five member, citizen volunteer Commission.…
American National bank associates enjoy a martini before viewing the thriller “Psycho” on the IMAX screen at The Wildlife Experience Martini and a Movie. For information about movies and showtimes, go to www.wildlifeexperience.org.
BRE second graders show school spirit at the Rock Slide Fun Run. The entire second grade class was recognized for having the most class participation in the event. (Photo by Cari Ogg) Rock Slide returns to BRE Article and photos by Carin R. Kirkegaard Saturday October 2 found Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) buzzing with community…
Tris and Vickie Bars recently became owners of Fish Window Cleaning® in Castle Pines and are new members of the Castle Pines North Chamber of Commerce. The Bars also own a business that installs interlocking concrete pavers for businesses and residences, and have owned that business for 13 years. Currently this company is the largest…
Pictured left to right: Wendy Witucki – Servpro, Amy Long – Douglas County Libraries, and Diane Harris – Douglas County Temporary Services Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Kathy Dunker, Tim Gamble, and courtesy of Diane Harris The Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce is honored to have three new members join their board of…
DCS Montessori students enjoyed a week-long retreat at the Estes Park YMCA in October Article by Tracy Dudley with photo by Matt Long Every year, the sixth graders at DCS Montessori spend five days away from home on a week-long field trip in the mountains. This year, the crew had a great time at the…
The RHMS gang gathered around the firepit to start day three. Article by Kathy Dunker with photos by Steve Green What is the sixth grade experience? Three cheers for outdoor ed! Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS) newbies got the chance for some mountain fun with a three day, two night stay at YMCA of the…
Information provided by Douglas County The Douglas County Government Partnership represents 290,311 Douglas County citizens in the unincorporated and incorporated areas of the county. Almost 90 percent of the population lives in urban designated areas of the county. In one-on-one conversations, service transactions, and community meetings, Partnership members are face-to-face, listening and responding to constituent…
By The BRE Ridgeline Staff What is character? Ask the kids here at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) and they will tell you that character includes doing the right thing, being kind, looking out for others, knowing right from wrong, using great manners, having a positive attitude, knowing how to build friendships, being unique, having perseverance,…
by Elizabeth Wood West The colorful fall foliage and tall pines make the short drive on Happy Canyon Road quite lovely this time of year. However, there is something missing: No roundabouts construction. After receiving approval from Douglas County to move forward with the construction of two roundabouts at Gates 1 and 2 in Castle…
Pictured (left) is Garret Durie with his viola and McGregor (right) Durie with his cello. The boys recently auditioned and were accepted to the Arapahoe Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Here, they had just finished their first performance. by Carin R. Kirkegaard with photos by Steve Durie In June, Garret Durie, an eighth grader at Rocky Heights…
BRE Dream Team’s Salvation Army food drive Fifth grade Dream Team members at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) are gearing up to support the Salvation Army. Throughout the month of November, students, parents, friends and neighbors are invited to help by donating non-perishable food items. Drop boxes are located near the front office as well as…
by Sally Uhrich The turkey is stuffed and the pies are baking in the oven, but what about the sides? No holiday meal is complete without those extra tasty vittles known as the side dish. If you’re wanting to include cranberries in your menu, but don’t want the hassle of cooking them, consider Cranberry-Orange Relish.…
Heat is On enforcement begins Tuesday as holiday travelers hit the road Motorists across Colorado have a lot to be thankful for this holiday week, as hundreds of law enforcement officers hit the road to protect them from the threat of impaired drivers. The Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies statewide are participating…
A taste of…The Old West Bar-B-Que by Liane M. Davis Wanting a change of scenery, Randy and Rita Sorenson moved to Colorado from California more than seventeen years ago. Randy, an auto mechanic, wanted to pursue something different in Colorado. The Sorenson’s had hosted many Saturday evening barbecues with family and friends during the years.…
Zoe Ruppe about to test her MAGLEV’s performance. Article and photos by Kathy Dunker American Academy’s (AA) Science Department Chair, Warren Aster, kept his fifth grade class busy this October. While studying the principles of magnetic levitation (MAGLEV), students applied the engineering design process in the development of a MAGLEV vehicle as part of the…
Make sure your vote counts! Election Day is Tuesday, November 2. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Mail Ballots must be received before 7 p.m. on Election Day, either by mail (received, not postmarked) or at a ballot drop-off location. In Castle Pines North, ballots can be dropped of at 7501 Village…