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.
Dr. Andrew “Andy” Warren is an entomologist, but more specifically a lepidopterist, a butterfly and moth expert. He discovered a new genus of moth in 2023 by the shack at…
Vacquero resident Ken Williams has been a painter since he was 6 years old. Ken and his high school sweetheart, Dayna, moved to Castle Pines in 2003. Father to Taylor…
In honor of Veterans Day this month, we recognize the Colorado Veterans Project (CVP). Founded in 2014, CVP is a nonprofit which strives to build a community and network…
November 11 is Veterans Day, a day to thank and celebrate all who have served honorably in our armed forces, both in wartime and in peacetime. The holiday acknowledges and…
Bin Blessed (BB) celebrated its 10th anniversary on September 25 at the home of Deni Schwartzel in The Village at Castle Pines. BB is a grassroots organization founded by Cy…
Dear Mrs. A., Kindly give us a refresher on Veterans Day coming up on November 11. – Holly in HOA1 Dear Holly, Thank you for this thoughtful inquiry. Let’s start…
Douglas County’s explosive residential boom notwithstanding, ours is still a county of sprawling ranches and open spaces. Driving down Highways 105 and 83, herds of cattle can be seen grazing…
Speakeasies arrived on the scene with the ban of alcohol during the Prohibition period,1920-1933. Originally created as secret and often underground places to buy illicit alcohol and socialize on the…
Since 1993, excited hearts and eager hands have had the joy of unwrapping shoeboxes that were sent across the country and the world, just for them. The boxes are packed…
In the cozy Serena neighborhood home of Mike, Brenna and 5-month-old Sylvie Fudjack, lives Iris, a lovable, one-of-a-kind pup. A mix of German shepherd, poodle and golden retriever, Iris brings…