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 the Van Vechten family There wasn’t a mountain Jacob “Jake” Peter Van Vechten didn’t want to climb or a puzzle he couldn’t solve. He was…
Hagia Sophia. Mosque built by Emperor Justinian designed to impress. It will, guaranteed. Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner My rapture with Turkey began in 1987 while visiting Istanbul on…
By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy of Chelsey Nielson In which book? was the question asked by librarians to Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) Battle of the Books (BOTB) participants during one…
Susan and John Picon attended the Kentucky Derby, looking fashionable and happy. This was Susan’s 18th trip and John’s first. Having spent the entire day watching race after race, sipping…
Photo and caption by Terri Wiebold Special thanks to Jack Yi, owner of Castle Pines North Cleaners, for helping with my “between meetings wardrobe malfunction.” I lost the closure button…
Article and photos by Julie Matuszewski Nerf junkies young and old took the field armed with their favorite Nerf guns, eye protection and unlimited foam darts for a night of…
Maycee Taylor is a very well-rounded 9-year-old. By Nancy Koontz; photos courtesy of Jennifer Taylor Buffalo Ridge Elementary student Maycee Taylor is only 9 years old, but she is quite…
Sophomores (left to right) Grant DeRose, Tanner Leonard, Maddy Merritt, Reese Titensor and Kayla Mash smiled after being inducted into the Science National Honors Society of Rock Canyon High School…
Sarah Arnett and AJ Arnett are enthusiastic smart doorbell owners who enjoy being able to communicate with people at their door, even when they are not home. By Barbara Neff;…
Taking steps to walk in Maria Montessori’s shoes By Julie Matuszewski; photo courtesy of Ryoko Fusatani After the Bomb Cyclone hit Colorado, DCS Montessori upper level teacher and Castle Pines…