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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.

Mama Lisa’s Little Italy celebrates 15 years in Castle Pines

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Article and photos by Kathy Fallert “I was told by the business lender that most small restaurants don’t survive past the first year,” chuckled Lisa Storey (a.k.a. Mama Lisa) of…

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,…

Bird-watching haven close to home

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Be ready to take in some breathtaking views of the Front Range and experience some exceptional bird watching when you visit Barr Lake State Park in Adams County.  More than…

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…

Movie and wine night with a message of hope

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Joy Myers and E.J. Barklage are hosts for free movie and wine nights in Castle Pines.  The events include a showing of a talk from Dr. Brené Brown as well…

Cutest Pets in the Pines say “Thank You”

By CPC | March 1, 2017

Photo courtesy of Kristy Buirge Pixie and Emmie Buirge loved participating in the “Cutest Pet in the Pines” contest and being selected among its winners.   “We got so many…

Sausage stuffed sweet potatoes

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Ah, love is in the air.  It’s the time to grab the scissors and construction paper to make a homemade card for the one…

Swearing-in of Commissioner Roger Partridge, District II representative

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Information provided by Douglas County Commissioner Roger Partridge, who was re-elected to his second term as County Commissioner for District II in November 2016, took the oath of office from…

Summer camp equals summer fun

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Elean Gersack It may be hard to believe, but in a few short months school will be out, and the kids will need something to do.  Sure, it seems…

The new kid in town is Farmers Insurance

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Jerry Silverhart is new to town but not new to the insurance world where he has worked for the past 23 years. By Kathy Fallert; photos courtesy of Amy Franco…