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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.

The beauty of nature captured in landscapes and water scenes

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Ginger Whellock is pictured here in front of several of her gorgeous paintings. Whellock paints every day and constantly strives to improve her work. A plaque above her desk in…

Task Force “birthday room” supplies the happy

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Douglas/Elbert Task Force volunteer Diana Stigleman stocks shelves in the “Birthday Room.” The Task Force provides new toys to children in need who are celebrating a birthday. Article and photo…

Pleasingly perfect pie – A taste of Texas Diner & Pie Company

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Every country has a special food or two, something that has been perfected in that country in a way no other can duplicate. In…

Cranberry Nut Granola

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Hearty and heart healthy granola for your valentine Article and photo by Lisa Crockett There are lots of ways to show someone that you love them, but my hands-down favorite…

New Castle Pines city officials sworn in

By CPC | February 1, 2014

By Steve Baska Six Castle Pines residents were sworn into office during the city council meeting on January 14. Five of those were elected in November. The sixth, Diane Spomer,…

RHMS archery program right on target

By CPC | February 1, 2014

RHMS students Shayna Smith and Emily Wilson competed in a nationwide archery tournament and tied for first place!. According to Smith, the key to being successful at archery is “being…

Hearts and hugs fill the halls at Buffalo Ridge

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Dream Team members Aidan, Riley and Dylan hold the heart shaped suckers that will be on sale February 3 – 7 and delivered on Thursday, February 13. By Avarie P., BRE…

Make Valentine’s date night a romantic comedy

By CPC | February 1, 2014

By Cindy Kessinger The 1937 musical “Babes in Arms” featured a beautiful valentine song that has been a Valentine’s Day favorite and sung by many greats, including Frank Sinatra. But…

Golden Flame Hot Wings brings the heat to Castle Pines

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Article and photos by Lisa Crockett A new eatery in town brings a local favorite to the neighborhood. Golden Flame Hot Wings in the Village Square shopping center is the…

Be good to your heart

By CPC | February 1, 2014

By Elean Gersack It’s February and that means it is National Heart Month. We should be good to our hearts throughout the year, but this month marks a time to…