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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.

Goodnight to the library; saying farewell to an old friend

By CPC | April 1, 2016

Submited by Douglas County Libraries; photo by Tim Gamble Fact not fiction – the new library in Castle Pines opens in April.  Saying farewell to the old library location will…

What’s your APPtitude? Try to stump the genie

By CPC | April 1, 2016

By Amanda Merriman Know that feeling you get when you’ve witnessed a cool magic trick?  Or when you observe pure joy or wonderment from a child?  How about when you’ve…

Hot off the press at Buffalo Ridge

By CPC | April 1, 2016

The BRE Newspaper Club is hard at work on Monday mornings when they come to their before-school meetings ready to report.  Left to right, back row: Mom Jennifer Bourdeon, Rachel…

9Heath Fair – Own Your Health

By CPC | April 1, 2016

By Elean Gersack Take charge of your health by making plans to visit one of the four Douglas County venues hosting the 9Health Fair this year.  Getting screened is easier…

An evening of jazz at Park Place

By CPC | April 1, 2016

By Heidi Lewellyn Come enjoy a free evening of  big band jazz performed live by the 17-member Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) jazz band while you dine at the Park…

Cook’s Corner in The Connection

By CPC | April 1, 2016

By Lisa Crockett I love to cook, and I’ve been lucky enough to share my excitement about food here in The Connection for several years.  People sometimes wonder how we…

Castle Pines family inspires hope for those with rare diseases

By CPC | April 1, 2016

Truett Rosenlund and his sweet big sister, Savannah. His parents are working hard to raise awareness and gain research and funding for rare diseases.  (Photo courtesy of Stephanie Newcomb.) Article…

Pasta Primavera

By CPC | April 1, 2016

Spring into the season with this colorful and tasty dish Article and photo by Lisa Crockett When I was a teenager, I made most of my spending money babysitting. One…

Rock Canyon goes “Legally Blonde”

By CPC | April 1, 2016

Article by Riley Busch, RCHS intern writer; photo courtesy of Alan Treibitz In early March, Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) opened its 2016 musical production: an amazing adaptation of Broadway’s…

Seniors: Take a sneak peek to see if you qualify

By CPC | April 1, 2016

By Patte Smith Attention seniors 65 and older:  Fitness and fun may be at little-to-no cost to you if you qualify for the award-winning SilverSneakers® Fitness Plan.  The program for…