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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.

The insider’s guide to baby boomers (1946-1964) (Part four of a seven-part series)

By CPC | July 1, 2017

“We stand today on the edge of a new frontier – the frontier of the 1960s, a frontier of unknown opportunities and perils, a frontier of unfulfilled hopes and threats.…

What to do if your pet goes missing

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Buddha is microchipped and neutered; two ways to keep your pet safer. Information provided by the Dumb Friends League; photos by Krysta Parr The metro area’s population explosion does not…

The Country Club at Castle Pines welcomes new marketing director

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Mark Lewicki, Director of Sales and Marketing Information and photo provided by The Country Club at Castle Pines The Country Club at Castle Pines (CCCP) is pleased to introduce its…

The Bibliophiliac’s Corner — “Black-Eyed Susans”

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Article and photo by Amanda Merriman Connection writer Amanda Merriman admits she is hopelessly addicted to books. It has been this way nearly all her life. Every month she shares…

Temporary detour at Lagae Road roundabout begins

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Information provided by the City of Castle Pines In June, traffic on Lagae Road north of the southern roundabout was rerouted, bypassing it completely. The new Lagae Road detour is…

Part-time job led to a lifelong career path

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Librarian Kyra Hahn, lover of books and a very special place, at the Douglas County Libraries – Castle Pines. Article and photo by Patte Smith Entering the Douglas County library…

Video killed the radio star

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Is digital marketing killing print advertising? The 1979 pop song “Video Killed the Radio Star” by the Buggles posed the hypothesis that radio as a musical medium was no longer…

Sweet summertime “sorbet”

By CPC | July 1, 2017

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett When the weather gets hot, I have some pretty strong, nostalgic cravings. July in particular, with its attendant Independence Day pool parties and barbecues,…

Sheriff’s Office educates about crime increase; prevention

By CPC | July 1, 2017

By Lynne Marsala Basche On May 25, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) held two sessions and met with residents at the Castle Pines Community Center. Public Information Officers Lauren…

Santa Gertrudis Calf Day at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

By CPC | July 1, 2017

The three goats, Larry, Curly and Moe, entertained the children attending the event along with the other educational activities on site. Article and photos by Nancy Koontz On Saturday, June…