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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.

Peas and radishes, a springtime story

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Most of the time when I cook, I am either following someone else’s recipe or riffing on something someone else thought of.  Every once…

Students – focus on your creativity at the 2017 DCSD Film Festival

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Information and illustration provided by DCSD Film of any sort is an enormous part of our lives.  From advertising to sports and music videos to documentaries, sometimes it seems inconceivable…

What’s our APPtitude? Make those miles count with Charity Miles

By CPC | March 1, 2017

By Amanda Merriman Dear Castle Pines community, I’d like you to meet Charity Miles.  Charity Miles is an app that connects active people with worthwhile organizations making a difference in…

What is there to a “Ted Talk”?

By CPC | March 1, 2017

By Michelle Post Everyone has a story inside.  That story could be the one that saves a life or inspires another to make social change or to become a global…

Update on the dirt at N. Daniels Park Road and Santa Fe Drive

By CPC | March 1, 2017

By Terri Wiebold; photo by Paul Masovero The Connection received an inquiry about the large pile of dirt and equipment that is currently located on the northeast corner of N.…

New felony DUI law impacts the question, “What will you lose?”

By CPC | March 1, 2017

“I was just like any 25-year-old girl who would go out and party with friends.  I had a good job and never thought that I would be the one to…

Save the Music … the arts are alive!

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Riley, a fifth grader at Timber Trail Elementary school, plays her violin during the closing ensemble performance of “Kashmir” by Led Zeppelin during the Save the Music student performance night…

Rueter-Hess Reservoir to start hosting residents and recreation

By CPC | March 1, 2017

This photo is taken from the east bank of the reservoir where there will be parking/access, looking west across the water to Castle Pines. By Kathy Fallert; photo by Terri…

RHMS young ladies represented at leadership luncheon

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Seven eighth-grade girls were selected to represent RHMS at the National Girls & Women in Sports luncheon.  Pictured from left to right, Gabby Clutter, Audrey Burt, Carley Watterson, Eryn Collins,…

Lend a hand – it helps the heart

By CPC | March 1, 2017

By Patte Smith; courtesy photo For some older adults it is important to be able to stay in their home.  Volunteers from Neighbor Network help make that possible for many…