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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.

Spring break fun close to home

By CPC | March 1, 2011

Spring break is right around the corner. Plan ahead and enjoy some memorable family activities right here in Colorado. From state parks to museums, there is much to do and…

Slow Cooked Cabbage Rolls

By CPC | March 1, 2011

by Sally Uhrich Irish Food and Fun Featured in, “Taste of Home Magazine” If you’re wanting to deviate from the usual St. Patrick’s Day fare of Corned Beef and Cabbage,…

County to host economic development forum

By CPC | March 1, 2011

County to host Economic Development Forum April 5 Commissioners seek public input for Countywide Economic Development Plan. Douglas County, Colo…   A collaborative, countywide Economic Development Plan is the ultimate goal…

Teens putting feathers in their caps; literally

By CPC | March 1, 2011

RHMS sixth graders Michelle Dunker and Brooke Jacobsen got their feathery frills at Salon 188 in Castle Pines. Article and photos by Kathy Dunker In the ‘60s, “bee hives” were…

Saving lives while giving birth

By CPC | March 1, 2011

Douglas County Libraries Director James LaRue by Terri Wiebold Douglas County Libraries Director James LaRue recently wrote a column about his personal struggles with Spina bifida, a birth defect which…

Castle Pines Athletics introduces “soccer tots”

By CPC | March 1, 2011

  Castle Pines Athletics is now offering “soccer tots,” a new program designed for three-year olds. This local program is the perfect place for your little tot to start learning…

Public sessions on regional water issues

By CPC | March 1, 2011

Information provided by the DCWRA In March, the Douglas County Water Resource Authority (DCWRA) will kick-off a process to look at ways to include rural water users in regional water…

Long-time neighbor; tireless advocate for the community

By CPC | March 1, 2011

Linda Nuzum by Carin R. Kirkegaard with photo by Lane Roberts For the past 13 years, Linda Nuzum has served as community leader, communicator, problem solver, watchdog, and tireless advocate…

OLLI program – Welcome to the brain health club

By CPC | March 1, 2011

OLLI-South classes are located in Douglas County about 22 minutes west of Castle Pines, at the Valley View Christian Church at South Santa Fe and Titan Road. Pictured above are…

Timber Trail sends sweet messages

By CPC | March 1, 2011

by Lisa Crockett The Timber Team, Timber Trail Elementary’s student leadership group, found a way to combine two great objectives in one ambitions project. They offered heart-shaped lollipops to students…