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.
On May 4, seven fourth graders at Timber Trail Elementary each lost a tooth at school. Teacher Jeanette Proctor said, “I have been teaching for 25 years and I have…
The annual Castle Pines tradition of high school graduates returning to their neighborhood elementary schools one last time before they embark on their next chapter continued again this year. Forty-one…
Odyssey of the Mind (OM™) teaches students how to develop and use their natural creativity to become problem-solvers. Founder Dr. Sam started OM™ in the 1970s in his innovative industrial…
A new twist on the annual daddy-daughter dance at Timber Trail Elementary allowed the students to invite any adult of their choosing. This year’s Spring Fling, “Sparkle and Shine,” had…
The mothers of American Academy Castle Pines (AA) truly love their sons to the moon and back. With the help of the PTO, the inaugural mother-son dance took place on…
The 2023 Douglas County Art Show featured 20 works from Timber Trail Elementary students in kindergarten through fifth grade. All were created in the theme of “Art Thru Time,”…
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There are few restaurants that evoke both the taste and feel of home. While it is often lumped in with other soup and sandwich chains, Kneaders Bakery & Cafe really…
Even though Jillian Sparks and Caley Jones both live in 80108, it was a HOTWORX convention that brought them together after they each had purchased franchises. They were drawn to…