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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.

Invisible Disabilities Association – Seeing is not always knowing

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Everyone has a story: the person in line at the grocery store, the person driving in the next lane, the person in the crosswalk, friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers.  The…

October movies: the scarier, the better

By CPC | October 1, 2022

The world is divided into two categories:  those who flock to horror films and those who shun the genre.  In the former category, screaming in theaters, gripping hands in terror…

Jamaica: where everything is “irie”

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Many Caribbean islands are little more than water sports or beachcomber destinations.  Jamaica is pleasantly different.  The birthplace of reggae, her charms extend well beyond her saltwater shores and adventure…

Place all bets to win at the derby

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Sky View Farm is more than a barn, it is a family. While Sky View Farm is an equestrian center, the Farm is also a place for alternative learning and…

Neighbors helping neighbors

By CPC | October 1, 2022

There is a saying, “Being a good neighbor is an art which makes life richer.”  Several neighbors recently gathered to do some yard work for a couple going through a…

Rise Up Malawi raises funds at The Ridge

By CPC | October 1, 2022

On August 22, Rise Up Malawi (RUM) held its first golf tournament to raise funds for the nonprofit’s goal: to build living quarters for guests in the African country of…

Family is a priority for Olympic games lawyer

By CPC | October 1, 2022

In her capacity as a legal representative for the U.S. Olympic Games and Pan American Games, Sara Pflipsen has traveled the world to Rio de Janeiro and PyeongChang among other…

The joys of a domestic short-haired cat

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Prea is a happy and very loved domestic short-haired cat.  Cheryl and Rick Mautz, along with other family members, grew up with cats and thought their granddaughters Estiana (12) and…

A party punch that’s perfect for fall

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Some foods are inextricably linked with certain times of the year.  I can’t eat a slice of fresh tomato without being transported to summer – even if I’m eating said…

The Collective celebrates one-year anniversary

By CPC | October 1, 2022

On September 16,  The Castle Rock Collective celebrated its one-year anniversary with a celebration open to the community.  Located at 207 Perry Street in downtown Castle Rock, The Collective is…