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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.

Tips for Garage Sale Success

By CPC | April 1, 2008

by Lisa Crockett Are your closets and basement full of treasures you no longer have use for? Then roll up your sleeves, grab some sunscreen and a water bottle and…

South Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors Election Voter Information Presented in Ballot Order

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Dave Jackson I first became interested in SMFR in 2004, after retiring from a 37-year management career with a top five Fortune 500 company. Subsequently, I have attended many Board…

Solid Life Hosts CPN Easter Egg Hunt

By CPC | April 1, 2008

by Scott Lasher Hundreds of kids and parents hippity-hopped their way to Coyote Ridge Park on Saturday, March 15, for the annual Castle Pines North Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by…

Super Summer Stuff for Kids Close to Home

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Wildlife Experience 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker weeklong wildlife camps for ages 4-10: www.wildlifeexperience.org 720-488-3300 South Suburban Parks & Recreation various locations in South Suburban district – a large variety…

Sky Ridge to Host Womens Symposium on May 17

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Sky Ridge Medical Center will host a Women’s Symposium on Saturday, May 17, at the Marriott in Lone Tree from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Interactive discussions with physicians and…

Three Teachers from CPN Area Schools Nominated for Apple Awards

By CPC | April 1, 2008

by Anthonette Klinkerman One of the bigger honors a teacher can earn is an Apple Award. Teachers are nominated by peers and community members, as well as by their most…

Scrub Oak in CPN – Clean it up!

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Scrub Oak Clean Up in Forest Park 2007 by Anthonette Klinkerman An unusually dry winter and warm temperatures have brought fire concerns back to the forefront of homeowner concerns. Some…

Vandals Make a Mark on the New City

By CPC | April 1, 2008

by Terri Wiebold The beautiful landscape of more than 560 acres of open space, three local parks, and an excess of 13 miles of nature trails represent a few of…

Parks Authority Looks to Include City Park Proposed for Lagae Ranch

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Parks Authority President Sandy Colling presented preliminary conceptual design plans for Lagae Park to the Metro District on March 17. Colling also requested the Metro District transfer the $1 million…

Stay Safe – Call Before Digging

By CPC | April 1, 2008

Before heading to the garden to plant a new flowerbed, add Xeriscape, or a crop of tomatoes, take the time to call the Utility Notification Center of Colorado. Locators are…