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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.

Mental health assistance readily available

By CPC | May 1, 2020

By Patte Smith May is Mental Health Awareness month and Douglas County is proactively helping adults and youth get mental health help when needed. In 2017, the first adult mental…

DCCF contributes

By CPC | May 1, 2020

Information provided by Douglas County Nonprofit organizations serving the local community have become increasingly more critical in supporting some of our most vulnerable residents. The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF)…

Auto insurance refunds

By CPC | May 1, 2020

By Terri Wiebold We’ve all heard about the multitude of loans the government is issuing to help small businesses, but there are other industries that are stepping up to help…

Egg Scramble Winners

By CPC | May 1, 2020

Information and photos provided by the City of Castle Pines In lieu of a traditional egg hunt this year, the City of Castle Pines created four egg designs that residents…

Emerald Ash Borer an urban threat

By CPC | May 1, 2020

By Carin Kirkegaard; courtesy photos Spring has sprung and Castle Pines gardeners are sprucing up home landscapes. The ash tree makes up 15% of Colorado’s urban forest and is in…

Alderfer Three Sisters

By CPC | May 1, 2020

Connecting with Nature Article and photos by Julie Matuszewski In a world of uncertainty, confusion and constant stimulation, it can be hard to quiet the mind and take a needed…

Wildlife and clear skies ahead

By CPC | May 1, 2020

By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photos courtesy of Julie Lamb Wildlife and clear skies are an everyday occurrence in Castle Pines neighborhoods. We are home to a herd of elk that…

Promoting literacy…

By CPC | May 1, 2020

…through the Little Free Library Article and photos by Carin R. Kirkegaard Resident Michael Dauro made it a little easier for neighbors in the Kings Crossing subdivision of Castle Pines…

REFLECT. REMEMBER. HONOR.

By CPC | May 1, 2020

Memorial Day National Moment of Remembrance by Patte Smith As Americans, we dedicate two days of the year to honor those who have served in our U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans…

Rx for Cabin Fever

By CPC | May 1, 2020

By Joe Gschwendtner Americans have long been known for ingenuity and creativity in challenging situations. Currently faced with cabin fever, accompanied by claustrophobia and frustration, many of us have become…