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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.

Popping up with something delicious for brunch

By CPC | March 1, 2026

There is something magical about baking. The right combination of chemicals can create delicate textures, sharp flavors, and beautiful aromas using everyday ingredients. Nowhere is this more evident than in…

Womens flag football on the rise

By CPC | March 1, 2026

In the last few years, girls/womens flag football programs have experienced rapid growth around the nation and the world. The NCAA has labeled it the “emerging sport for women in…

All there is to know about bananas

By CPC | March 1, 2026

Bananas are the most consumed fruit in America; according to thepacker.com, with 65% of households regularly purchasing them. More songs have been written about bananas than about any other fruit.…

Valor cheer and poms take top spots at nationals

By CPC | March 1, 2026

Valor Christian High School (Valor) cheer and poms teams are celebrating big wins after competing for the Division II (DII) national championships in Orlando last month. Cheer The Valor cheer…

Slattery’s Pub & Grill

By CPC | March 1, 2026

Not a bad seat in the house Family-owned and operated, Slattery’s Pub and Grill is a neighborhood sports bar located in an area dominated by office buildings and businesses near…

Family love and legacy

By CPC | February 1, 2026

  Bianca Pierce never planned to write a children’s book, but after losing her 36-year-old brother Luke Lenski unexpectedly last March, The Canyons resident had to navigate a depth of…

Ball Arena redevelopment plan in the works

By CPC | February 1, 2026

A large portion of downtown Denver surrounding Ball Arena is in the first stages of redevelopment. Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, owner of the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids, and…

Petition for development into Castle Pines

By CPC | February 1, 2026

The City of Castle Pines received an updated petition from VT Crowfoot Valley Landco, LLC., to annex a group of properties, known as Crowsnest, an approximately 795-acre property adjacent to…

The latest on parks development

By CPC | February 1, 2026

On January 15, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Board) for the City of Castle Pines met for updates on local parks Soaring Hawk Park and Coyote Ridge Park. Hord…

New emergency alert system

By CPC | February 1, 2026

DougCoAlert is now available to all Douglas County residents, replacing the previous CodeRED system. Even if you were signed up for the previous system, you must register with the new…