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.
Dear Readers, Let’s discuss the new phone etiquette! I didn’t even know we had a new phone etiquette, but it makes great sense in this day and age. So, can…
Yes, a bug! The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) offers a fee-based service for land managers and land owners, including homeowners, to request biological control agents for pest control. Biological…
Woof Watch is a community resource program offered through the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) that trains citizens and their dogs for crime prevention. Woof Watch is an extension of…
Governor Alexander Cameron “Cam” Hunt had an eye for real estate, building his final home on a mountain in southeast Douglas County bearing his name. Born in 1825 in New…
They are a familiar sight and sound around Colorado—large grey-brown waterfowl with long black necks, white “chinstraps” and loud honks: Canada geese (Branta canadensis). Though commonly called “Canadian” geese, the…
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There are few things in life better than a great chocolate chip cookie. At the risk of sounding melodramatic, I think that baking a truly stellar cookie for someone is…
We all have moments of forgetfulness, whether it is walking into a room and forgetting why, or not remembering a name. While there is not a single-point solution to stave…
It has been a season to remember for the Denver Broncos, who finished the 2025 regular season 14–3, including eight wins at Empower Field at Mile High, tying franchise records…
Did you know avocados are actually a berry, not a vegetable? Creamy and delicious, avocados offer nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, including potassium, folate, B6, and vitamins C and E.…