The Next Chapter
There is an ever-aging yet very active population of individuals in Douglas County entering the next chapter of their lives. Whether transitioning to empty nesters, retiring from the corporate world, caring for elderly family members, or just turning the page to see what is to come in their life’s journey, readers are wanting more information about events, activities and programs geared toward the 50+ age crowd.
The Connection is committed to its readership and will incorporate more of these type stories in its editorial content in “The Next Chapter” section of the paper. We would love to hear your thoughts, ideas and suggestions. Email us at editor@castlepinesconnection.com.
“There is reward on the other side of risks you take,” said Milan Klusacek – and he would know.  Klusacek is currently the creative director at cyber security company…
Renel and Enon (Ron) Straker hail from the West Indies’ Caribbean island of Grenada but call Colorado home today. The couple met while they were both employed with the Sandals…
Les Lilly’s typical workday includes driving bus routes in western Douglas County for the Douglas County School District (DCSD). “I drive out in the rural parts of the county,” said…
Born to a Colorado barn cat, Athena’s days on the farm were limited when Kiersten Lockwood and her family learned of orange kittens being given away. Shortly after their visit…
Young people of the 21st century seem to be marrying later and fretting more, enjoying the lack of early responsibilities prior to taking on life-altering commitments. A good plan if…
As the air begins to cool with the sharpness of fall, it is a wonderful time to get outside for an adventure. This month’s book recommendations go beyond Jon Krakauer’s…
Dear Readers, It’s that time of the year! Are you making plans to head to the hills for the fall colors and the annual changing of the leaves? Let’s take…
About 18 miles southwest of Castle Pines, sits The Random Ranch (TRR), a beautiful place for animals of all kinds to live out their remaining years in glorious form. …
On Paul Edmondson’s last day as a teacher, all of the kids at Heritage Elementary School lined the halls and clapped to see him off in style. Paul spent 27…
Not many can say they have lived in Castle Pines twice and that all of their children and grandchildren live here. Cindy and Stew Larsen can. “Stew retired in 2018…