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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.

Why spend marketing dollars on print media?

By CPC | July 1, 2016

By Terri Wiebold; with contributions by Tricia Anthone Since the inaugural issue of The Castle Pines Connection in February 2009 (ironically the same month The Rocky Mountain News published its…

Learning enriches living, no matter what age

By CPC | July 1, 2016

By Patte Smith Fact is fact – learning at any age is beneficial for a healthy brain.  In and around the Denver-Metro area, the 50+ community has numerous opportunities to…

The new MAC amphitheater; best thing since sliced bread

By CPC | July 1, 2016

Table for four in the box seating of the new MAC amphitheater includes wait staff service for food and drinks throughout the evening. Article and photos by Kathy Fallert Saturday,…

Chelsea Hutchison Foundation

By CPC | July 1, 2016

Granting comfort and hope  By Lynne Marsala Basche Knowledge is power.  Three words that CHF founders Doug and Julie Hutchison want everyone touched by epilepsy to know.  With a mission…

How do you want to play in Castle Pines?

By CPC | July 1, 2016

Dave Hammel with BRS Architecture, a subconsultant to Logan Simpson for this project, was available to answer questions regarding the feasibility of a recreation/community center in Castle Pines. Article and…

Castle Pines Village neighbors celebrate summer together

By CPC | July 1, 2016

By Amy Shanahan; photos courtesy of Susan Clifford The Country Club at Castle Pines (CCCP) and the Homes Association from Castle Pines Village (CPV) were pleased to host their third…

A piece of donut heaven graces Castle Pines

By CPC | July 1, 2016

By Amanda Merriman; photo by Terri Wiebold Since Angel Donuts opened in Castle Pines in early June, donuts have been flying off the shelves, bringing heavenly sweetness to many happy…

RCHS JV lacrosse earns bragging rights with an undefeated season

By CPC | July 1, 2016

The 2016 RCHS undefeated JV lacrosse team (pictured from left to right) back row: Coach CJ Gerber, Hayden Brauch, Duke Avery, Tanner Stopkowski, Cole Hassett, Nicolo Piccolotti, Matt Wing, Roark…

Pino’s Italian Kitchen & Bar

By CPC | June 20, 2016

Pino’s Italian Kitchen & Bar – ( 303) 663-3421 361 Village Square Lane Castle Pines, Colorado 80108  

Charlie Daniels Band rocks Cielo for U.S. soldiers

By CPC | June 1, 2016

Roz Schroeder (center), owner of Cielo at Castle Pines, hosted a fundraiser for the American Military Family and Danny Dietz Memorial Fund nonprofit organizations last month.  Charlie Daniels (right), shown…