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.
By Kathy Fallert; courtesy photos The Garden Club at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) hosted its 2nd Annual Farmers Market fundraiser event. And just like last year’s event, it was a…
Article and photo by Amanda Merriman The Connection writer Amanda Merriman admits she is hopelessly addicted to books. It has been this way nearly all her life. Every month she…
Self-proclaimed “mama’s boy,” 27-year-old Chase McNary was one of the final three contestants on the recent season of ABC’s “The Bachelorette.” A Colorado native, McNary loves the outdoors and being…
By Lynne Marsala Basche; photos courtesy of Anthonette Klinkerman On a late August evening at Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch, Castle Pines author Anthonette Klinkerman celebrated her latest book,…
Information provided by the City of Castle Pines Located just south of the Village Square commercial district, Lagae Ranch is a 249-acre planned development that includes Elk Ridge Park and…
Photo by Amanda Merriman Castle Pines canine Molly got a jump start on Halloween by dressing as Elsa from the movie “Frozen.” Her owners plan on submitting her photo for…
Building a basis for excellence By Lynne Marsala Basche Readers may not be aware of the DCEF, but chances are high they have taken advantage of their services. For the…
By Lynne Marsala Basche; courtesy photos On the 15th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, approximately 2,500 firefighters and community members gathered at Red Rocks Amphitheatre to honor and remember…
Wellspring’s “Evening of Inspiration” was held at Cielo at Castle Pines. Wellspring’s staff, family, business partners and friends raised approximately $200,000 for the nonprofit. Pictured left to right: Richard West,…
Karen Armato and her children Sammie and Kari (front row) photographed here with The Lettermen band in 1972. These years set the stage for decades of musical memories for Armato…