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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.

Local artist adds splashes of life in vibrant color to represent downtown structures

By CPC | September 1, 2015

By Lynne Marsala Basche; photo courtesy of Lucia McConnell Inspiration is everywhere you look.  For Castle Rock artist Cindy Welch, inspiration can be found in the form of a mailbox,…

Twenty years of service strong

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Caption and photo by Amy Shanahan The Country Club at Castle Pines would like to congratulate Sean McCue for 20 years of service as the golf course superintendent at the…

Spellbinders bring stories to life

By CPC | September 1, 2015

A Spellbinder volunteer captivated the imagination of this audience of children. Information provided by Douglas County Libraries Douglas County Libraries is seeking volunteers for a program that bridges the generation…

Time to get your orchestra on

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Thirteen-year-old Castle Pines resident Maiya Upton is an active participant with DCYO. Long time musician and conductor Thomas Blomster helps lead 35 young musicians at DCYO. By Kathy Fallert; photos…

Stellar new team leads the way at Rocky Heights

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Rocky Heights Middle School is proud of its new administrative team.  Left to right: Dean Kelly Corr, Assistant Principal Celine Wicks, Principal Dr. Jason Sears, and Assistant Principal Matt Wilson.…

Orzo Salad with Pine Nuts and Cranberries

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Pasta perfect for summer’s end Article and photo by Lisa Crockett I love noodles, I really, really do.  When I was a teenager, someone had the genius idea to transform…

Rotary Club honors charter member

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Outgoing Rotary club president Karen Becker (left) was thrilled to present the award for Rotarian of the Year to Renee Palmer (right) in thanks for her dedicated service to her…

Overnight Texas beef tenderloin

By CPC | September 1, 2015

By Amy Shanahan; photo courtesy of Lisa Perini A big part of what makes Lulu’s Barkin’ BBQ such an amazing event (see related story front page) is the delicious food…

Taylor Morrison development draws in community

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Article and photos by Amy Shanahan While development in the 80108 zip code has been limited the past few years, residents in the southern portion of Castle Pines Village are…

Social worker and furry friend help reduce anxiety

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Social worker Julia Gregson loves having her practice in the Coldwell Banker building on Happy Canyon Road in the heart of Castle Pines.  Her dog Claire is ever present by…