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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.

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By CPC | January 1, 2013

Article contributed by Douglas County Libraries Online learning at Douglas County Libraries (DCL) keeps getting better and better. DCL is now offering Ed2Go online courses, a remarkable collection of hundreds…

Timber Trail gives the gift of food

By CPC | January 1, 2013

Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Timber Team, the student council at Timber Trail Elementary, headed up a food and supplies drive for the Douglas/Elbert task force in December. They…

Performance of "39 Steps" brought the house down at RHMS

By CPC | January 1, 2013

The cast of “39 Steps” kept the laughs coming with their tremendous physical and tongue-in-cheek humor. “It was a fantastic experience!” stated lead actor Noah Charvat. By Amy Shanahan; photos…

Colorado raises minimum wage

By CPC | January 1, 2013

By Chris Bonham On January 1, the minimum wage in the state of Colorado will jump to $7.78 an hour. This new wage, which is assessed and adjusted annually to…

Lutheran girls volleyball takes state – times two

By CPC | January 1, 2013

The two-time state champion varsity volleyball team from LHSP won its second title on November 10 at the Denver Coliseum. Pictured from left to right, back row: Alison Kjergaard, Chandler…

Santa Claus spotted at The Country Club at Castle Pines

By CPC | January 1, 2013

Santa visits with the children at The Country Club at Castle Pines. This is one of the most popular events at the club and definitely a happy and exciting timefor…

Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation partners with Douglas County to protect open space; prevent landfill

By CPC | January 1, 2013

By Elizabeth Wood West The Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation’s (CRCF) recent purchase of a 215-acre piece of land known as the Henry property, and the Board of County Commissioners’…

Quick computer clicks to help cooks

By CPC | January 1, 2013

By Lisa Crockett In January, I typically inventory the kitchen and clean out all the goodies that have become fixtures in our home. Gone are the chocolate chips, butter, and…

Citizen Snow & Ice Removal Responsibilities

By CPC | January 1, 2013

Snow Removal Policy Snow and ice can be dangerous for all ages, but especially for children, the elderly and persons with disabilities who are more susceptible to injury. For example,…

Bunnies roam the fourth grade classrooms at Buffalo Ridge

By CPC | January 1, 2013

The fourth grade bunnies at BRE are very well-loved and cared for by their students. From left to right are: Cuddles, Shadow, Skitter and Snickers. By Jacob B., BRE Ridgeline…