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.
Catalin Varela pictured in front of the school’s library. Article and photos by Catalin Varela I am going to school, but I very rarely GO to school. I mean, it…
Fascinating rock formations, commonly called “hoodoos,” which are columns of soft rock capped by harder rock, adorn Daniels Park Road Photos and captions by Barbara Neff Douglas County offers marvelous…
By Lisa Crockett Harvest season is in full swing, and store shelves and farmers markets are chock-full of delicious goodies. Tomatoes, one of Mother Nature’s most precious treasures, though, will…
Information and graphic provided by the Tri-County Health Department Unwanted or expired medications are often a common sight in the medicine cabinet. Storing unwanted medications – prescription or over the…
By Patte Smith; photos courtesy of Isabella Schneider and Greg Smith Surrey Ridge neighbors gathered at the community park to meet Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies, including SWAT team members…
By Patte Smith with information courtesy of the Suicide Prevention Lifeline Volumes of information have been published about suicide, suicide prevention and the people who have lost someone to suicide.…
By Catalin Varela It can be quite the challenging balance to support and guide your student through academic success while trying not to seem “over protective” or a “helicopter parent.”…
Information provided by Tri-County Health Department The final drive-through household chemical roundup this year will be held Saturday, September 29 at 175 Kellogg Court in Castle Rock from 9 a.m.…
Article and photo by Catalin Varela With the school year back in full swing, unfortunately the homework and tests are headed our way as well. Do yourself a favor and…