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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.

Rock Canyon High School drama flies into Peter Pan

By CPC | April 1, 2017

Actors in the RCHS production of “Peter Pan: The Musical,” rehearsed one of the final scenes in the show in preparation for opening night on March 1.  Actors featured (from…

Generations in America by the numbers (Part one of a seven-part series)

By CPC | April 1, 2017

By Michelle Post I remember the moment clearly, as if it happened yesterday, but it was 15 years ago.  I was sitting in professional development training with members of my…

What’s your APPtitude? Mealime, the sublime choice for meal planning

By CPC | April 1, 2017

By Amanda Merriman On a recent Monday afternoon, I scoured through the pantry for something that would inspire that night’s dinner recipe.  Feeling frustrated, I decided it was time once…

Learn to create graphics like a professional using Canva

By CPC | April 1, 2017

By Michelle Post Allow me to take you back into your memories, and I want you to think of the most beautiful place you have been.  As you find your…

TTE Girl Scout Brownie troop looks to change the world

By CPC | April 1, 2017

As part of Girl Scout Brownie Troop 844’s “It’s Your World, Change It” Quest Journey, the girls delivered supplies and toys to the Buddy Center.  They are pictured here with…

Just Keep Swimming

By CPC | April 1, 2017

Castle Crocs have a lot of long-time returning swimmers, including these boys pictured last year (from left to right): Jack Nelson, Ryan Tierney, Ben Gardner, Caleb Jaramillo and Carter Brand.…

The Douglas County Community Foundation is doing great things

By CPC | April 1, 2017

Article and photo by Terri Wiebold The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) held its second annual breakfast, “Focus Forward” at the Charles Schwab campus in Lone Tree last month.  The…

Roll up your sleeves at the annual 9Health Fair

By CPC | April 1, 2017

By Elean Gersack It is time to roll up your sleeves and get checked at the 9Health Fair.  For 36 years, this volunteer driven nonprofit has impacted more than two…

How would you score on this test?

By CPC | April 1, 2017

The following test questions were sent in by one of our readers who claimed the hypothetical student got a zero on the test and should have received 100% – based…

Dads and daughters enjoy a special night

By CPC | April 1, 2017

By Amy Shanahan; photos courtesy of Beverly Coggins The father daughter dance at The Country Club at Castle Pines is an annual event that has become a tradition for many…