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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.

Celebrating local business and community

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Article and photos by Amy Shanahan; photos by Cindy Cranstone Close to 2,000 people made it out to Sterling Custom Homes’ annual luxury home tour in August.  Sterling, along with…

A coloring contest winner with taste

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Ten-year-old Ferron Marx displayed her winning entry in the Food Truck Frenzy poster contest, which will be used for promotion of the event next summer. By Lynne Marsala Basche; photo…

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…

“Mommy and me” day in Denver

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Liz Jurkowski and her son Wade waited for the light rail train at Lincoln Station in Lone Tree. Article and photos by Liz Jurkowski What little kid does not like…

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…

Castle Pines residents receive national honor

By CPC | September 1, 2015

Loralee Kaschinske and Martha Beck. Beverly Byrd and Molly Beck By Patte Smith; photos courtesy of Douglas County Libraries Volunteering over the past year, four Castle Pines residents were recognized…

Fall splendor in the Colorado Rockies

By CPC | September 1, 2015

By Patte Smith Autumn in Colorado is a sensory experience.  Whether on a weekend drive through the mountains or trekking along a path next to a stream, the beauty of…