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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.

Giving circle donates to nonprofits

By CPC | May 28, 2025

In May, members of 100 Women Who Care Douglas County (100WWCDC) gathered for an evening of networking, supporting good causes and to celebrate the organization’s second anniversary. At each quarterly…

Womenade’s spring gathering

By CPC | May 28, 2025

The Womenade organization gathered for its spring fundraiser at the HOA2 clubhouse to support Sabrina, a single mom and lifelong resident and business owner in Castle Rock. Earlier this year,…

Our red fox neighbors

By CPC | May 28, 2025

We often see our wildlife neighbors in open spaces, walking along the streets, and even sometimes in our yards. Among those are the beautiful red foxes. According to Colorado Parks…

Matrimony: The third time was a charm

By CPC | May 28, 2025

Born in 1828 in Sligo, Ireland, Mary Jane Gallagher was the incorrigible child of a priest and a nun. Her father disowned her, when at 16, she took passage on…

Girl Scouts are there with care

By CPC | May 28, 2025

On April 26 at the Douglas County Library – Castle Rock, Girl Scout Unit 652 met with Bin Blessed (BB), a Castle Pines-based nonprofit, to learn about and help BB’s…

New Resident Welcome

By CPC | May 28, 2025

On April 23, the City of Castle Pines held its twice-yearly New Resident Welcome Party at The Ridge at Castle Pines. More than 50 new residents gathered to learn more…

Popcorning and wheeking are guinea pig speak

By CPC | May 28, 2025

  Guinea pigs have long been a favorite first pet for families; and still are, for good reason. They are small, lovable, furry friends—gentle, sociable and easy to care for.…

Colorado living: Quirky summertime festivals

By CPC | May 28, 2025

If you are looking for something a little different to do this summer, and do not mind a bit of a drive, there are some fun, quirky festivals around Colorado…

The Connection staff picks

By CPC | May 28, 2025

Newspaper people are book people. This month we are sharing some of the staff of The Castle Pines Connection’s favorite books with you. We cross and bend genres from true…

June Crossword

By CPC | May 28, 2025

Crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance — Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331     Across 1. Melodramatic cry 5. It’s higher with a hybrid 8. Visibly astonished 13. Landlord’s due…