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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.

Second Wind Golf Tournament Kiwanis Club to host fifth annual event

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Terri Wiebold The Kiwanis Club of Douglas County will host its fifth annual golf tournament at the Perry Park Country Club in Larkspur on August 31. The cost is…

Rocky Mountain Tennis offers classes in CPN, Village

By CPC | June 1, 2009

Rocky Mountain Tennis Academy (RMTA), Denver’s largest community-based tennis program, is offering classes again this year in Castle Pines North and Castle Pines Village. RMTA serves hundreds of adults and…

RCHS prom, snow or shine!

By CPC | June 1, 2009

Rock Canyon High School students battled the elements in order to attend prom on April after a sudden snow storm hit the Castle Pines communtiy. Pictured above are Kaitlyn Clure,…

RHMS named Intel Schools of Distinction finalist

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Tracy Dudley The Intel Foundation recently named Rocky Heights Middle School a finalist for the Intel Schools of Distinction Award in the Math Excellence category. The annual program honors…

School district changes proposed bus route

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Carin R. Kirkegaard The Douglas County School District (DCSD) made changes to proposed 2009-2010 bus routes. Taking into consideration feedback provided at informational meetings held in late April, as…

Students Receive Awards at Colorado State Science Fair

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Lane Roberts The 54th Colorado Science and Engineering Fair was held April 9-11 at Colorado State University. American Academy eighth grade students received the following awards: Matthew Haney was…

One mother’s journey to honor her daughter

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Anthonette Klinkerman Tammy Krause is surrounded by Samsonite backpacks. They are all filled with gender-specific kids games, electronics, and goodies, and ready for distribution to children undergoing pediatric cancer…

Residents raise money for library in Castle Pines

By CPC | June 1, 2009

Girlfriends celebrate a birthday and give to the library fund. Front row – Sally Wagner, Sheri Powner, Sandy Koerner Back row – June Uralli, Kelly Durie. by Carin R. Kirkegaard…

Powerhouse real estate groups form partnership

By CPC | June 1, 2009

Submitted by RE/MAX Professionals New venture brings together Denver market experience, expertise Two long-time Denver real estate leaders announced the formation of a new partnership. Prestige Real Estate Group and…

Residents to elect city officials in November

By CPC | June 1, 2009

by Lisa Crockett Are politics in your future? Do you have a desire to become more involved in the Castle Pines community? Could you be the future mayor or treasurer…