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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.

Douglas County Conservation District seedling trees available

By CPC | February 1, 2014

The Douglas County Conservation District is now accepting orders for seedling shrubs and trees, available at a nominal cost on a first-come, first-served basis. By Elizabeth Wood West; photos provided…

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…

Douglas County School District launches new website

By CPC | February 1, 2014

By Lisa Crockett Last month, the Douglas County School District (DCSD) launched a re-designed website aimed at helping parents, students and employees – the so-called stakeholders in the District –…

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…

These herbs aren’t just for cooking – herbal medicinal remedies

By CPC | February 1, 2014

Linda B. White, M.D. Submitted by The Castle Pines Village Garden Club The Castle Pines Village Garden Club invites all to join from 10:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m. on Friday,…

Local girls compete in Junior Olympics cross-country meet

By CPC | January 1, 2014

Josie Gibson (left) and Emily Glynn (right) – both from Castle Pines competed in the Junior Olympics cross country nationals meet in San Antonio on December 14. By Elean Gersack;…