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.
By Patte Smith; photos courtesy of Ken Tankersley Fifteen years ago, Shannon and Ken Tankersley’s family relocated from the Washington Park area of Denver to Castle Pines. The tight-knit clan…
a perfect season By Shaun Kernahan; courtesy photos After successfully getting through league play with a perfect 6-0 record, the Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS) eighth grade girls volleyball team…
By Patte Smith; courtesy photo Autumn is here, and families, friends and neighbors are starting to plan for an outing to a pumpkin patch, a scrumptious Thanksgiving dinner, and happy…
By Kathy Fallert; photos courtesy of Mike Myers Mike Myers, The Village at Castle Pines resident and former 14-year MLB left-handed pitcher, was golfing with his friend Don Beck on…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard From local pharmacies to convenient drive-up sites, anyone looking to get a free COVID-19 test has multiple options in Douglas County. The Walgreens located in the…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard On Election Day, Tuesday November 2, Douglas County voters will choose four Douglas County School District (DCSD) school board candidates in the general election. All registered…
By Mindy Stone What’s for lunch? Students ask this question daily. This school year, parents don’t need to stress about packing their child’s lunch or even putting money in their…
By Celeste McNeil; photos courtesy of Joe Schneiderwind Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) math teacher, Joe Schneiderwind, has always loved math and science. After graduating from Douglas County High School…
By Celeste McNeil; photos courtesy of Tim Ryckman Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) again held a decades-long family favorite community event this year, the back-to-school carnival. The carnival is a nod…
By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy of DCS Montessori According to the Montessori philosophy, adolescents need to begin establishing their independence as they learn to get along with one another while…