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 provided by the DCPC One in three girls and one in five boys will face the potential of sexual abuse before they are old enough to vote. Very young…
On the first Wednesday in February every year, high school student athletes across the country sign letters of intent to play their sport at the next level. These students are…
Submitted by Douglas County Libraries The Douglas County Libraries Adventure Pass program is expanding in 2017 with the addition of Denver’s Clyfford Still Museum as a partner. Through the Adventure…
By Lisa Nicklanovich; courtesy photos The Castle Pines Connection is honored to have three Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) intern writers (plus one who is in Malaysia for the entire…
By Patte Smith The Castle Pines Library is offering two sessions of Yours, Colorado: Over the Mountain & Through the Woods. Experienced hikers will host the session and share their…
By Michelle Post I borrowed the title for part two of this series from a great TED Talk by the same name (see related story page 7). Ask anyone how…
Article and photos by Kathy Fallert “I was told by the business lender that most small restaurants don’t survive past the first year,” chuckled Lisa Storey (a.k.a. Mama Lisa) of…
Seven eighth-grade girls were selected to represent RHMS at the National Girls & Women in Sports luncheon. Pictured from left to right, Gabby Clutter, Audrey Burt, Carley Watterson, Eryn Collins,…
By Patte Smith; courtesy photo For some older adults it is important to be able to stay in their home. Volunteers from Neighbor Network help make that possible for many…
Joy Myers and E.J. Barklage are hosts for free movie and wine nights in Castle Pines. The events include a showing of a talk from Dr. Brené Brown as well…