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.
Sandy Holcomb has been an Urban Park Ranger for Highlands Ranch Metro District (HRMD) for 14 years. She is passionate about nature and educating the public. Sandy’s love for education…
The new parking garage construction at Park Meadows mall is progressing with roughly 50% of the project now complete. Vertical construction began in late February, marking a significant milestone as…
Drivers will soon enjoy a smoother ride between Castle Pines and Highlands Ranch as a long-anticipated project to pave Grigs Road is scheduled to begin this summer. The gravel road…
In 1872, before Castle Rock became a town, the City Hotel was a welcoming sight for settlers looking for a place to rest and to get a good deal on…
Douglas County is conducting a transit and multimodal study to determine what transportation options may be lacking for people who do not own a vehicle and want to connect to…
On March 11, the Board of Directors (Board) of the Douglas County Commissioners launched the Douglas County Hall of Fame to honor and recognize those in the community who impact…
On March 13, mayor of Castle Pines Tracy Engerman held her monthly “Coffee Klatch with Tracy.” Hosted at Ziggi’s Coffee, Mayor Engerman shared updates with the community on the City…
Copperfalls Aveda Spa and Salon in Castle Rock celebrated its 25th anniversary on March 6; the day was officially recognized by Castle Rock Mayor Jason Gray as “Copperfalls Day.” The…
Drop off tree limbs, shrubs, pine cones and grass clippings at the free County site. Located at 1400 Caprice Drive in Castle Rock, the site is open Saturdays through October,…
On Monday, March 3, Amy Mays, founder and executive director of Happy Crew, saw a longtime dream become a reality. It was the first day that the Happy Crew Coffee…