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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.

Spudtacular art show

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  The recent “Spudtacular” art show at American Academy was an inventive idea to incorporate the theme of potatoes into art. When asked how she chose the theme, art teacher…

Museum of Illusions

By CPC | April 24, 2024

Flip your world upside down   Art has the ability to change the world. The Museum of Illusions (MOI) claims it will flip your world upside down. Fans of optical…

There is no try; just do

By CPC | April 1, 2024

In March, women were celebrated, acknowledged and recognized for their achievements and milestones as part of Women’s History Month. If you ask Avery Scott, a 20-year-old welder, every day is…

Foundry Church to build in Castle Pines

By CPC | April 1, 2024

Foundry Church (Foundry) has purchased 4.3 acres of land adjacent to Elk Ridge Park and American Academy – Castle Pines charter school with plans to build a 14,000-square foot facility.…

Memorial to a brave young man

By CPC | April 1, 2024

In late February, John and Maria Castillo gathered with family, friends, community members and leaders at Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch to unveil the site of a future memorial…

Municipal Updates

By CPC | April 1, 2024

Monarch Boulevard under construction until September On March 17, Monarch Boulevard closed for reconstruction between Castle Pines Parkway and Glen Oaks Avenue for Phase One of the City of Castle…

Why Castle “Rock” doesn’t crumble

By CPC | April 1, 2024

The Castle Rock is more than just the rock formation that signals the heart of Douglas County. It stands as a sign of many different things to different people. Whether…

Douglas County helps prepare for spring

By CPC | April 1, 2024

After the mid-March snow storm, you may have accumulated a pile of excess branches and debris. With spring (almost) around the corner, mowing, trimming, sawing and clearing brush from your…

Mayors discuss uniqueness and challenges of their communities

By CPC | April 1, 2024

Last month, the South Metro Denver Chamber hosted a conference, “A Regional Perspective,” which included a panel of mayors from Centennial, Englewood, Lone Tree, Littleton, Greenwood Village and Castle Pines.…

MaKing friends and business partners

By CPC | April 1, 2024

Finding an honest and trustworthy contractor during any commercial or residential remodeling project can be daunting. Keith Rodenberger knows it all too well, and as the owner of MaK Construction,…