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A birthday party a century in the making

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

In December 2023, The Connection shared an inspiring story about resident Jeanne Furr turning 100 years old (https://www.castlepinesconnection.com/a-century-of-grace-and-joy-jeanne-turns-100/). With the help of some local businesses and the Douglas County Sheriff’s…

Online dating after 50

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

  In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the realm of romance has also embraced the digital age. Online dating apps have become a popular avenue for people of all…

Breakfast for your Valentine

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Love is in the air this month. I know there are people who think Valentine’s Day is a “Hallmark holiday” designed to sell cards, but an occasion to let people…

Twenty years of tasting Denver’s culinary delights

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

This year marks 20 years since the start of Denver Restaurant Week (DRW). The Denver food scene has evolved impressively in that time. From March 1-10, foodies of all ages…

For the love of baking

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Sarah Carlson has been baking cookies for the people she loves her entire life. As a young girl she spent hours in the kitchen alongside her mother, Marge, and grandmother…

Managing the mystery of menopause

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

There is a stigma and sometimes embarrassment surrounding the taboo subject of menopause, which leaves many women without guidance. According to the National Institute of Health, more than one million…

Healthy swaps for favorite snacks

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Overheard at the grocery store recently was a conversation between a mom and her teenage son. The son wanted a lemon/lime soda; mom convincingly and quickly pivoted from “All that…

Congratulations, Andy Abner!

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Rock Canyon High School Principal Andy Abner has been named the 2024 Administrator of the Year by the Colorado Music Educators Association (CMEA). He was officially recognized at the CMEA…

DCSD graduation rate continues to impress

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Douglas County School District (DCSD) students continue to graduate at impressive rates. Data released by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) shows that on-time graduation for four-year students is 90.8%,…

Buddy Benches build connections

By CPC | Jan 28, 2024

Before winter break, a group of sixth graders led by teacher Heather Anderson at DCS Montessori Charter School (DCSM) read the “Being a Buddy” story in TIME for Kids magazine.…

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