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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.

CPN Metro District names new officers

By CPC | April 1, 2010

Andy Rhodes Dwight Zemp Information provided by the CPNMD The Castle Pines North Metro District (CPNMD) board of directors voted in February to elect new officers. The board elected Andy…

Trust me, a Tax Day birthday is no holiday

By CPC | April 1, 2010

by Anthonette Klinkerman The Beatles sang about him: “’Cause I’m the tax man…” Most people, however, are not in a singing mood come April 15. So it goes without saying…

Local resident captures athletes at their best

By CPC | April 1, 2010

by Tracy Dudley Since Kevin Brown moved to Castle Pines North in 1998, he has coached local baseball from t-ball to competitive teams at Rock Canyon High School. However, this…

Pack Burro racing – Colorado’s official sport?

By CPC | April 1, 2010

Bobby Lewis with Wellstone, Barb Dolan and Chugs tie for first place, Buena Vista Gold Rush Days. Article by Carin R. Kirkegaard with photo by Ed Kosmicki Since 1949 pack…

Purple, black and silver will deliver

By CPC | April 1, 2010

Award-winning DC Dolphins first-time cheerleaders with head coach Stephanie Collins and assistant coach Jen Walters by Tracy Dudley Among a wide variety of other sports, the Douglas County Dolphins youth…

Zoonotic Diseases: The Shared Threat

By CPC | April 1, 2010

by Sally Uhrich Owning a pet can be a wonderful, rewarding experience for you and your family. However, pets can transmit diseases that may be harmful to humans-especially young children…

Upcoming Special District Elections

By CPC | April 1, 2010

Information submitted by Susan Seamark, CPMD This is a regular election to be held on May 4 that will be conducted by mail ballot. Registered voters in approximately 1,525 homes…

Not your average Joe

By CPC | April 1, 2010

Castle Pines Village resident and local businessman Joe Gschwendtner announced his exploratory campaign for governor of Colorado. The self-described “anti-politician” made the decision to run following caucuses, and he is…

The Sky’s the Limit opens this summer – A special needs summer day camp

By CPC | April 1, 2010

by Carin R. Kirkegaard with photos provided by Jane Kelly This summer, special needs students between the ages of 10 and 17 years old will have an option for a…

Wisdom within these walls harvested

By CPC | April 1, 2010

by Joe Gschwendtner Ah, the ironies of life. Take the contrast between age and youth. When young, we think we know it all and would fly to the moon if…