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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.

Student takes first place at Congressional Art Competition

By CPC | June 1, 2017

Kayla Inman, a Castle Pines resident and recent graduate of Rock Canyon High School, won first place at the America the Beautiful Congressional Art Competition. By Lisa Nicklanovich; photos courtesy…

Showing appreciation for those who give so much

By CPC | June 1, 2017

In addition to receiving goodie bags, The Connection intern writers from Rock Canyon High School were treated to lunch at Duke’s Steakhouse.  Pictured left to right:  Jack Hibbett, Sarah Bermingham…

Transportation discounts for seniors

By CPC | June 1, 2017

By Patte Smith If you are planning on traveling, a few airlines offer senior discounts for individual age 65 and older. United Airlines offers senior fares to selected travel destinations;…

On-the-go healthy snack bars

By CPC | June 1, 2017

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Imagine the following scenario, if you will: the last of the snow has melted, and it seems safe to finally pack your coats and…

RCHS “Black and Gold” yearbook receives national award

By CPC | June 1, 2017

Yearbook staff members Lauren Dressler, Belen Hebbelinck and Gabby Botero posed for a picture after winning the national Pacemaker Award on April 8 for the RCHS yearbook “U Discover.” By…

Websites for boomer and senior discounts

By CPC | June 1, 2017

By Patte Smith Searching the internet for senior discounts produces savings options that are offered to adults 50 and older. Here are a few important things to consider when searching…

Wildcat Mountain homesteaders

By CPC | June 1, 2017

Kroll’s Glendale Farm, circa 1915. Today with buildings long gone, this is now Douglas County dedicated open space and a dog park directly east of I-25 and opposite Surrey Ridge.…

What’s your APPtitude? Smule is the way to sing

By CPC | June 1, 2017

By Amanda Merriman My kids love to do karaoke, so I searched for an app that would let them sing when we were away from our karaoke machine at home.…

Prom 2017

By CPC | June 1, 2017

TTE teacher honored with Apple Award

By CPC | June 1, 2017

By Lynne Marsala Basche; photo provided by DCSD Congratulations to 2017 Jane Lenz at Timber Trail Elementary for receiving the Douglas County Educational Foundation Apple Award this year for Elementary…