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.
Thoroughly Modern Manners – Ask Mrs. Abramovitz Dear Reader, Let’s talk about some of the manners around being a great party hostess and an awesome party guest. If etiquette is…
By Patte Smith; photo courtesy of Johnna DeBella Forty-eight years ago before book clubs were in vogue, a group of avid women readers banded together for the love of reading…
Be in the Know – Discovering what’s hip, what’s hot and what’s happening NOW By Lisa Nicklanovich; photos by Taylor Wiebold The selfie has changed how we communicate with each…
By Joe Gschwendtner; courtesy photos The stock market crashed on Black Friday in October 1929, ending the Roaring ‘20s. That day marked the beginning of the greatest economic downturn these…
Making a difference By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photos courtesy of the DAR The Castle Rock Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is furthering its mission to, among…
The history of a Hallmark holiday Reprinted in part from The Castle Pines Connection, Volume 5, Number 2 On February 14, people all across the world will take part in…
Healing little hearts By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photos courtesy of J.C. Heinen New Year’s Day 1975, J.C. Heinen gave birth to her daughter Jessica Renee. Jessie was born premature with…
Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner After touring Wellington last month, let’s ship out, on a 3.5 hour, $44 ferry ride, crossing Cook Strait to the South Island. The 12th…
The historic fires and subsequent devastation happening in Australia has left many wondering how they can help. The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) has compiled a list of vetted and…
By Kathy Fallert With February being National Pet Dental Health Month, it is wise to keep in mind that dental disease is more than just cosmetic. If you find your…