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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.

Random Acts of Kindness benefit all

By CPC | February 1, 2023

The many Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) recently shared on social media and through word of mouth from neighbors were truly heartwarming. From shoveling and using snow blowers to clear…

Chip the rescue pup

By CPC | February 1, 2023

In just a glance, Chip’s big dark eyes captured Erika Tinkers’ heart. Tinker had been following the Douglas County Canine Rescue Facebook page when she first came across a young…

A presidential holiday that takes precedence in February

By CPC | February 1, 2023

In elementary schools and even preschools around the country, it would seem Presidents Day gets the love, well, at least the acknowledgment. Coloring pictures of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln,…

Ranching to law enforcement

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Until appointment as Douglas County Sheriff in 1947, John L. Hammond was just a regular guy of the time. Born 1904 in Iowa and raised in Akron, Colorado, Hammond’s upbringing…

Hunger and hoops bring community together

By CPC | February 1, 2023

    A first of its kind venue that combines basketball, food, and drinks in one place is entertaining families and groups of friends in the South Metro Denver area.…

Casa Bonita: Improve everything but change nothing

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Longtime Colorado residents probably have memories of the iconic Mexican restaurant in Lakewood, but our newer neighbors may not know about the pink “pretty house,” which translates in Spanish to…

Sugar cookies three ways – a sweet way to say ‘be mine’

By CPC | February 1, 2023

I have a confession to make: I secretly love Valentine’s Day, cheesy though it may be. It comes smack in the middle of winter, when things are often dreary, giving…

Taste the town during Denver Restaurant Week March 3-12

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Foodies of all ages will embrace the week of March 3-12 when Denver Restaurant Week takes over the town. This year marks the 19th year of Denver Restaurant Week which…

Girl Scout cookie season kicks off with new cookie flavor

By CPC | February 1, 2023

It’s time to stock up on your favorite Girl Scout cookie flavors as cookie season begins Sunday, February 5 in Colorado, and there is a new chocolate raspberry cookie to…

Parker Senior Center keeps life in motion

By CPC | February 1, 2023

  There is a place in downtown Parker that is a home away from home for the 50+ community. The Parker Senior Center (PSC) is a membership-based nonprofit organization that…