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.
Article and photos by Michelle Post Mueller State Park offers grand vista viewing of several mountain ranges, a site to behold. Colorado has 42 state parks, and Mueller…
A labor of love and dedication By Michelle Post; photos by Terri Wiebold For more than 60 years, Jim Bishop has been building a castle nestled in the San Isabel…
By Michelle Post I recently celebrated one of my students as she received her doctorate degree, and after the ceremony, I reflected on my own doctoral journey. I realized the…
“Yet they are without doubt the healthiest and most educated generation of elders that ever lived—and, of course, the wealthiest.” ~ Neil Howe People from across the United States came…
By Amanda Merriman Connection writer Amanda Merriman admits she is hopelessly addicted to books. It has been this way nearly all her life. Every month she shares what she has…
Kayla Inman, a Castle Pines resident and recent graduate of Rock Canyon High School, won first place at the America the Beautiful Congressional Art Competition. By Lisa Nicklanovich; photos courtesy…
In addition to receiving goodie bags, The Connection intern writers from Rock Canyon High School were treated to lunch at Duke’s Steakhouse. Pictured left to right: Jack Hibbett, Sarah Bermingham…
By Patte Smith If you are planning on traveling, a few airlines offer senior discounts for individual age 65 and older. United Airlines offers senior fares to selected travel destinations;…
Kroll’s Glendale Farm, circa 1915. Today with buildings long gone, this is now Douglas County dedicated open space and a dog park directly east of I-25 and opposite Surrey Ridge.…
By Amanda Merriman My kids love to do karaoke, so I searched for an app that would let them sing when we were away from our karaoke machine at home.…