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.
Tuxedo cats are popular family pets and have made their way into pop culture: Sylvester from Looney Tunes and The Cat in the Hat, to name two. Known for their…
This year, people are seeing more bears during the daylight hours across Douglas County. State wildlife officials said the unusually warm, dry winter meant less natural food for bears, sending…
Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance (RMWA) in Sedalia is busy year-round with wildlife education and rehabilitation. This year has been especially unique with the warm winter and spring. According to Emily…
The Village Castle Pines Garden Club (Garden Club) has been busy this spring and summer. In May, more than 100 members and guests attended the Garden Club’s annual fashion show…
There are 10 species of native milkweed plants found in Douglas County. The most common is showy milkweed, which features a ball-like cluster of pink and white star-shaped flowers. Milkweeds…
Etymology is the study of a word from its earliest usage to its varying and nuanced usages and forms today. Given that I am a retired 27-year veteran English teacher,…
Maze By Susan Helton Find your way through this maze, starting at the entrance arrow that points into the maze and reaching the exit arrow that points out of the…
“Cherry Creek” is somewhere and everywhere. Today, it is a school, a dam, a recreational area, a shopping district, a church and more. Cherry Creek’s early fame came in 1859…
It all started with a phone call to The Castle Pines Connection from neighbor Kerrie Endorf, who was looking for a place to donate two very special tigers that belonged…
This summer our country and state both celebrated big birthdays with the United States turning 250 in July and Colorado turning 150 this month. There are classically American rituals for…