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.
The Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum held its eighth annual fundraiser, Victoria’s Tea, on May 17 at Kirk Hall in Castle Rock. Seventy-five attendees savored English tea, scones and…
Saturday, May 3 was the annual Kentucky Derby and many donned fascinators, fancy hats and dressed up to attend watch parties. The events included a few bets, a few drinks…
Celery. Typically, I would say that it’s a vegetable I rarely even think about, much less crave, but on a recent trip to Charleston, South Carolina, I had a…
“We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give,” is the Winston Churchill quote that Terry and Mike Faber exemplify. The retired couple…
Dear Mrs. A., We’re all so excited that the local pools are open. How about a little reminder on good behavior while we’re there? -Tanning at Turquoise Terrace Dear Tanning,…
“The cherry on top” is a phrase used to mean a bonus or flourish that elevates something to an even higher level. We know cherries are good for us and…
There were 6 students from 80108 who signed letters of intent to play their sport at the collegiate level. It takes a great deal of discipline and hard work to…
Douglas County School District (DCSD) Superintendent Erin Kane delivered her second State of DCSD event on May 8 in front of a small crowd at DCSD Legacy Campus in Lone…
Students from the graduating class of 2025 were clapped out of the elementary schools they attended—Timber Trail Elementary, Buffalo Ridge Elementary, American Academy and DCS Montessori. This farewell tradition at…