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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.

November Crossword

By CPC | October 29, 2023

This crossword brought to you by Tammy Lopez with Allstate Insurance (720) 733-1331. Across 1. Rain and snow mix 6. Romanov ruler 10. Chapter 11 issue 14. Mrs. Bush 15. Buckeye…

From the Navy to the rivers

By CPC | October 29, 2023

There is a saying, “goodbye tension, hello pension,” and Beverly Hills Estates resident Deb Nelson has embraced her retirement from the Navy and IT career in full: fly fishing, volunteering…

Gove Creek happenings: the Dakans and frontier justice

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Have you ever hiked Sandstone Ranch?  It is a grand, sculpted piece of Douglas County open space inventory bounded by Gove Creek and located south of Highway 105 and the…

Paul Dannels’ legacy is a beautiful one

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Friends, family, neighbors and the community came out to celebrate the legacy of Paul Dannels on September 24 for the fourth annual walk to benefit Paul’s Mystery Ship to End…

One howling good time

By CPC | October 29, 2023

A debt of gratitude was paid to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office’s (DCSO) K-9 Unit and officers for keeping our community safe 24/7/365.  At the Friends of Douglas County K-9’s…

Join the city’s leaf and pumpkin recycling event

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Get ready to embrace the spirit of fall as you participate in the city of Castle Pines leaf and pumpkin recycling event on Saturday, November 4, from 9 a.m. to…

Gala raises funds for the arts

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Tri Arts Project (TAP) hosted its inaugural fundraising gala, The Art of Giving, October 14 at the Barn at Rancho Vaya Con Dios in Castle Rock. The western-themed event was…

A butter board for which to be thankful

By CPC | October 29, 2023

I’m way too middle-aged to spend much time on TikTok, but I’m not ashamed to say that in the last few years, most of my cooking inspiration comes from 30-second…

HOA2’s second annual fall festival

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Residents had a fantastic time at the second annual HOA2 Fall Festival on Sunday, October 8. This event took place at the clubhouse and was organized by the neighborhood social…

Retired Air Force major fulfills life-long dream

By CPC | October 29, 2023

Retired Air Force Major Carl Armani, who turns 85 later this month, fulfilled a life-long dream of flying in a WWII British Spitfire fighter plane.  His family surprised him with…