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 Lynne Marsala Basche Imagine coming home on a chilly evening, opening the door and being greeted by the aroma of dinner simmering in the slow cooker. It is…
The Rock Canyon High School volleyball program recently collected and donated many items, including food and toiletries, to the Douglas/Elbert Task Force. The team was given a tour of the…
TTE students were excited to help promote the school’s September recycling event. Residents, large and small, contributed to making the recycling event a success. Article and photos submitted by Timber…
Megan Pitman, senior at Rock Canyon High School and CPV resident was thrilled when administrators came into her classroom and announced that she is a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist. By…
CrossFit Loop Castle Rock teens pausing for a moment in their CrossFit class. From left to right: Riley James, Julia Terry, Gabe Ziegler (CP), Jack Terry, Crossfit Coach Courtney Grant,…
By Patte Smith It is hard to believe that November is here, and soon we will be in full throttle with holiday fun and frenzy. It is a festive time…
Information provided by the Parker Cultural and Scientific Commission Learn the facts about Alzheimer’s disease or dementia on Thursday, November 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes…
Rodney Graham, one the creators of the chicken coop and garden project along with Cameron Randolph, hope students become more aware of the work that goes into producing food. Submitted…
By Lynn Zahorik On November 11, we will once again honor our American veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. …
By Amanda Merriman There are people who finish shopping for the holidays well before fall starts. And then there are the rest of us who do not even start thinking…