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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.

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…

What’s your APPtitude? Want to become multilingual? Try Duolingo

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Amanda Merriman Nothing can inspire you more than watching the next generation learn a valuable skill.  After listening to my children talk about learning Spanish at school, I found…

Schools and schoolmarms

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner; photo courtesy of Douglas County History Research Center Public education was so important that it was addressed in the Articles of Confederation by our…

Low-cost, pain-free screening helps the fight against heart disease

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Elean Gersack Did you know that there is a simple, pain-free, low-cost screening that can help detect calcium buildup in the arteries?  Offered through the Medical Center of Aurora,…

Lovin’ the library – check out these events

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Patte Smith What great programs and activities the Douglas County Libraries (DCL) have created for our community in 2017.  Whether you are a romantic or a youngster, the month…

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s grand opening ceremony

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Elizabeth Wood West; photo courtesy of MorningStar Senior Living MorningStar at RidgeGate is a 265,000-square-foot facility with a 4.8-acre campus located in Lone Tree.  Residents can choose from independent…

Seeking adventure – join a gang

By CPC | February 1, 2017

The RMOTHG hiking at the Lair o’ the Bear Park in Idledale in January enjoying friends and braving the cold in Colorado at its wintry best. By Patte Smith; courtesy…

Romance on the home front: Valentine’s Day dinners for two

By CPC | February 1, 2017

By Lisa Crockett Valentine’s Day is a great day to show your sweetheart how much you care, and sometimes the best way to show your love is by making a…

Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates Omega Learning Center

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Friends and community members joined the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce and Omega Learning Center’s owner Lori Peeples and her family at the center’s January 10 ribbon-cutting ceremony. Article and…

The Bibliophiliac’s Corner – “Nutshell”

By CPC | February 1, 2017

Article and photo by Amanda Merriman Connection writer Amanda Merriman admits she is hopelessly addicted to books.  It has been this way nearly all her life.  Every month she shares…