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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.

Age is just a number: Advantages to hiring “mature” workers

By CPC | January 1, 2021

By Elizabeth Wood West Business owners and managers have a set of metrics that they use when hiring workers. How important to them is age when looking at a potential…

Water your brain and your body

By CPC | January 1, 2021

Information provided by Harvard Medical School and the Mayo Clinic “I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man.” – Henry David Thoreau An adult human brain…

For the love of golf, among other things

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of Leslie Ludolph and her husband, Doug.

By Chris Michlewicz; photo courtesy of Leslie Ludolph Leslie Ludolph looked forward to golfing on the lush, hallowed grounds of Pinehurst golf course in North Carolina last year. Like many…

Entrepreneur builds business on strength

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of the Carson family

By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy of Angela Carlson “Follow your passion” is a phrase commonly used when looking to pursue something new in life. Growing up with entrepreneurial parents, resident…

Where hearts and minds connect

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of Jane Lenz from Timber Trail Elementary School

By Julie Matuszewski; photo courtesy of Jane Lenz This month, Jane Lenz celebrates 30 years with the Douglas County School District (DCSD). A Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) teacher of 15…

Prolific mask makers in Castle Pines

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of Brooke working on masks.

By Steve Whitlock; photos courtesy of Holley Ferrel Two girls in the Castle Pines area have made a big difference sewing masks and donating them to those in need. Annabelle…

Start the New Year off right, left, right, left…

By CPC | January 1, 2021

By Patte Smith; photo courtesy of the Grant family This January 1, head outside to get some exercise and enjoy the beauty of nature. First Day Hikes are held throughout…

Inner strength found through loss

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of Ashley Jones

By Shaun Kernahan; photos courtesy of the Jones family The biggest hurdle in the life of a 14-year-old should be transitioning to high school, but for Ashley Jones, it was…

Explore ways to stay fit at home

By CPC | January 1, 2021

By Chris Michlewicz With some fitness centers currently limiting capacity due to restrictions, millions of people are looking for ways to exercise at home. Fortunately, there have never been more…

An original holiday performance

By CPC | January 1, 2021
Photo of students musicians

By Julie Matuszewski: photos courtesy of Briea Berry The sound of the holidays was alive in the Glen Oaks neighborhood of Castle Pines. A group of talented students from Timber…