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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.

Save the date to Save the Music

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Elean Gersack The Castle Pines Arts & Cultural Foundation (CPACF), together with Colorado Chamber Orchestra’s Educational Outreach have planned an intimate evening of world-class jazz, wine, and eats to…

Phase two of Rueter-Hess Reservoir Recreation Master Plan begins

By CPC | February 1, 2016

Information submitted by Parker Water and Sanitation District The Rueter-Hess Recreation Authority is again seeking input from the public to develop the Rueter-Hess Reservoir Recreation Master Plan. The process began…

Property tax exemption for seniors

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Lynn Zahorik Douglas County taxpayers who are 65 years or older as of January 1 may qualify for an attractive tax exemption.  The Homestead Senior Property Tax Exemption was…

Register NOW for 2016-2017 kindergarten

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Kathy Fallert While the “official” kindergarten registration for the 2016-2017 school year took place last month, kindie registration is still ongoing at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) and also Timber…

Roasted Garbanzo Beans

By CPC | February 1, 2016

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett I love a good snack.  This time of year is perfect for a cozy evening in, binge watching Netflix while the temperatures take a…

Legacy Village of Castle Pines – proposed senior living campus

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Terri Wiebold; maps by Tim Gamble In December 2015, Western States Lodging submitted a land use application to develop a 176 unit assisted living facility on the 7-acre property…

DCS Montessori students create hygiene packs for the homeless

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Lynne Marsala Basche; photos courtesy of DCS Montessori DCS Montessori (DCSM) teachers always strive to teach lessons that align with the Cougars values, which are compassion, ownership, unity, generosity,…

Have a heart for homeless pets

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Lynn Zahorik Animal lovers are invited to tune in to 9NEWS KUSA/KTVD on Thursday, February 11 for the Dumb Friends League “Have a Heart for Homeless Pets Telethon.” The…

The Bibliophiliac’s Corner: All the Light We Cannot See

By CPC | February 1, 2016

The Connection writer Amanda Merriman admits she is hopelessly addicted to books.  It has been this way nearly all her life.  Every month she will share what she has been…

The Canyons development progress gains momentum

By CPC | February 1, 2016

By Lisa Crockett; graphics courtesy of the City of Castle Pines Nearly seven years after the City of Castle Pines approved its annexation, land on the east side of town…