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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.

Magic couple opens Magic Manor

By CPC | July 29, 2026

  For 23 years, Joe Givan and Carol Massie—the duo behind the touring illusion show Dream Masterz—built a loyal following at their Theatre of Dreams in Castle Rock. This June,…

Welcome to our team! August 2026

By CPC | July 29, 2026

Anthonette Klinkerman Freelance Writer Anthonette Klinkerman, M.Ed., is a now-retired 27-year veteran English teacher, 25 of those years being spent right here in Douglas County schools. This is her second…

A leader in water

By CPC | July 29, 2026

“Our city is a beautiful place to call home, made even better by the wonderful people who live here.”   Jason Blanckaert is a Colorado native who has always appreciated…

From Stingray to engineer

By CPC | July 29, 2026

  Anna Stevens has always been one for a challenge, a trait fostered by summers spent on the Village Stingrays swim team and by carving her own path in the…

An aging officer for regenerative medicine

By CPC | July 29, 2026

The Village at Castle Pines neighbor Jeremy Sova is a staunch believer that everything happens for a reason. But injury led him down a different path to healing his body,…

A tall fundraising order

By CPC | July 29, 2026

On July 14th, the Country Club at Castle Pines women’s 18-Hole group hosted its annual Charity Day. More than 80 women participated in the golf tournament, and an additional 30…

Go east for some historical curiosities

By CPC | July 29, 2026

  Some of us limit sightseeing, outings and adventure to the Front Range foothills and the mountains, overlooking marvelous curiosities east of I-25. For a new adventure, begin by heading…

A veteran helping veterans

By CPC | July 29, 2026

Heather Thompson is many things: a licensed therapist, a veteran, a mother, a wife, a friend, a volunteer and the 2025 Colorado Providers Association (COPA) clinician of the year. Heather…

The art and gift of oral storytelling

By CPC | July 29, 2026

  It started as an idea to bridge the gap between old and young and has become a largely fulfilling and compelling community-based program. High Prairie Storytellers (HPS) is the…

Colorado living: State symbols & emblems, part 6

By CPC | July 29, 2026

In recognition of 2026 marking 150 years of Colorado statehood, this final segment of the state’s official symbols and emblems looks at Colorado’s official fossil, gemstone, mineral and rock: the…