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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.

RCHS cheers their way to 9th in the nation

By CPC | April 1, 2012

RCHS Varsity Cheer seniors, mostly Castle Pines (CP) residents, arrived at their banquet on March 21 in a pink Hummer limo. Pictured from left to right, back row: Captain Kelsey…

Tech teacher rocks!

By CPC | April 1, 2012

Article by Amy Shanahan; photo courtesy of DCSD Scott Melanson, the lead Technology teacher at Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS) was awarded the inaugural World Class Educator Award at the…

Local Democrats set the stage for upcoming elections

By CPC | April 1, 2012

Democratic Caucus Chairperson Myron Clark was excited by the number of suggestions brought to the table by local party members. Discussions covered everything from the upcoming Presidential election, to a…

State Representative Chris Holbert pleased with signing of legislation

By CPC | April 1, 2012

State Representative Holbert Colorado House District 44 Contributed by Representative Holbert Governor Hickenlooper signed House Bill 12-1029, “Save Colorado Jobs Act,” into law on Saturday, March 24. The new law…

Who discovered America? The Irish!

By CPC | March 1, 2012

“Skellig Monks,” sculpture also known as the St. Brendan’s Voyage, located east of the town of Caherciveen, County Kerry, Ireland. By Patte O’Smith Sure tis true that a monk, St.…

Turn spring fever into fun and fitness

By CPC | March 1, 2012

By Patte Smith with graphic by Tim Gamble March and April usually bring more snow for the Douglas County area and people start to get antsy and get spring fever.…

TTE food drive scores a victory for the Food Bank

By CPC | March 1, 2012

By Lisa Crockett Third grader Tessa Green deposits a donation at the Timber Trail Elementary “Super Bowl of Caring” drive, held nationwide during Super Bowl weekend. In all, students collected…

Timber Trail fifth graders in "Towne"

By CPC | March 1, 2012

Timber Trail fifth grader Jaxson Bell spends the day as a physician at Young AmeriTown, a Denver educational program aimed at giving students a taste of real-world money management and…

Steak ‘n Shake

By CPC | March 1, 2012

Steak ‘n Shake is shakin’ up the neighborhood! Long wait times haven’t detered customers from enjoying the delicious food and friendly service at Steak ‘n Shake. Article and photo by…

Rocky Heights Middle School musicians on tour

By CPC | March 1, 2012

The fourth and fifth grade students at Buffalo Ridge Elementary enjoyed the musical performances. One fifth grade student remarked, “I can’t wait for middle school!” Article and photo by Amy…