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.
The Village Castle Pines Garden Club (VCPGC) Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon was a huge success on Friday, May 16. Eighty-nine members joined at the Hilton Denver Inverness for this…
Spring is in the air and the Village Castle Pines Garden Club (VCPGC) is busy planning activities for the summer. The club enjoys social activities, gardening together, educational programs and…
In May, members of 100 Women Who Care Douglas County (100WWCDC) gathered for an evening of networking, supporting good causes and to celebrate the organization’s second anniversary. At each quarterly…
The Womenade organization gathered for its spring fundraiser at the HOA2 clubhouse to support Sabrina, a single mom and lifelong resident and business owner in Castle Rock. Earlier this year,…
We often see our wildlife neighbors in open spaces, walking along the streets, and even sometimes in our yards. Among those are the beautiful red foxes. According to Colorado Parks…
Born in 1828 in Sligo, Ireland, Mary Jane Gallagher was the incorrigible child of a priest and a nun. Her father disowned her, when at 16, she took passage on…
On April 26 at the Douglas County Library – Castle Rock, Girl Scout Unit 652 met with Bin Blessed (BB), a Castle Pines-based nonprofit, to learn about and help BB’s…
On April 23, the City of Castle Pines held its twice-yearly New Resident Welcome Party at The Ridge at Castle Pines. More than 50 new residents gathered to learn more…
Guinea pigs have long been a favorite first pet for families; and still are, for good reason. They are small, lovable, furry friends—gentle, sociable and easy to care for.…
If you are looking for something a little different to do this summer, and do not mind a bit of a drive, there are some fun, quirky festivals around Colorado…