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.
Information and photo provided by Douglas County School District The Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Education selected Corey Wise for superintendent of schools to lead the District’s 63,000…
The Douglas County slash-mulch site is open Saturdays only from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. through the end of October. In case of inclement weather, call 303-663-6274 to ensure that…
Information and photo provided by Douglas County Libraries; photo courtesy of Hutch Tibbetts The archives and local history department at Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is excited to launch HistoryGeo, an…
Adventure-seeking enthusiasts By Chris Michlewicz; photos courtesy of Charlotte Mattox Not long after Charlotte and Jim Mattox moved to Colorado from Florida 14 years ago, they became involved in community…
By Lisa Nicklanovich; courtesy photos “I wanted to be a wedding planner ever since I was little,” said Brittany Tolibas co-owner with Briana Hanson of Privé Events, located in The…
By Terri Wiebold A vibrant sense of community is one characteristic that sets Castle Pines – the 80108 ZIP code more specifically – apart from other Colorado communities. Neighbors know…
By Hollen Wheeler Summer is coming and that means lemonade stands, trips to the pool and community garage sales. Looking to declutter closets, purge attics and basements and make a…
By Lynn Zahorik, courtesy photos As you travel the streets of Castle Pines, it is remarkable to observe the revitalization that is happening throughout the neighborhoods. Striking changes are being…
By Patte Smith; photo by Lynn Zahorik Memorial Day is Monday, May 31. This is the day observed in remembrance of the men and women who died while serving in…
Dear Reader, A few words as we prepare to celebrate Memorial Day, a federal holiday formally observed on the last Monday of May. Often considered the official start of summer,…