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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.

Up to the highest height

By CPC | April 1, 2021
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By Bryan Goodland; courtesy photos Just like the song in Disney’s classic movie Mary Poppins says, there’s nothing more satisfying then flying a kite on a beautiful day. There’s no…

Chocolat for Easter

By CPC | April 1, 2021
Cover of book Chocolat

By Hollen Wheeler It’s the season of Lent and with Easter Sunday just around the corner, those who partake in this holy tradition will find their season of fasting, penitence…

Welcoming back the hummingbirds

By CPC | April 1, 2021
Photo of Eli Claypool and Ayden Godina with hummingbird feeders

By Lynn Zahorik; photos courtesy of Darwin Thompson and Nick Ainsworth With the return of spring, many Coloradans look forward to welcoming back the hummingbirds that flew south for the…

Firefighters turn up the heat

By CPC | April 1, 2021

By Chris Michlewicz; Photos courtesy of Eric Hurst, SMFR It’s a commonly held belief that a firefighter’s diet while on duty consists of foods like chili, hamburgers, spaghetti and pizza.…

Saucy spring brisket

By CPC | April 1, 2021

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett I love magazines in much the same way I love to see old friends – they are filled with things I find interesting and…

Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream – Parker

By CPC | April 1, 2021

Hitting the sweet spot By Chris Michlewicz During a trip to Florida, the Bertocchi family noticed something striking about the five ice cream and gelato establishments within a popular entertainment…

Former sous chef at Racines brings talents to Castle Pines area

By CPC | April 1, 2021
Photo of Roland Downs who was hired as a chef at MiYO Cafe

Article and photo by Chris Michlewicz The closure of fine-dining hotspot Racines last July was a loss for longtime customers and the Denver restaurant scene, but there’s always a silver…

Bridal shower cake – sweet and simple

By CPC | April 1, 2021

The true meaning of love

By CPC | April 1, 2021

By Stacie Chadwick All a mother wants in life is for her child to be happy. It’s a subliminal need fueled by emotion. A primal instinct driven by that first,…

Coloradans get vaccinated

By CPC | April 1, 2021
Photo of resident Brenda Bushey volunteering at a vaccination event.

By Lisa Nicklanovich; photo courtesy of Brenda Bushey All adult Americans should be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination no later than May 1. Working with that deadline in mind,…