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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.

Eggs are excellent, but which ones?

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Eggs are on most people’s shopping lists all year, but spring is certainly “egg season.” Eggs are hard-boiled and decorated, cracked into many baked dishes and used often to create…

Spring-clean your diet

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Spring is a time of renewal, growth and new beginnings. We often want to freshen up our lives by cleaning up and clearing out. If healthy goals have slipped since…

Spring activities and sports for kids

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Spring is around the corner, so now is the time to register kids for sports and other extra-curricular activities. Below is a quick reference guide to some near-by options. Boutique…

JV Cheer at RCHS won state and placed at national competitions

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Junior varsity (JV) cheer at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) has many reasons to celebrate. The team won UCA Regionals, Continental League, and JV State for Colorado. Last month in…

Student-Athlete Signing Day 2024

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Rock Canyon High School   Jack Anderson Football Carthage College, WI Coach Kevin Meyer stated, “Jack Anderson had an outstanding season as our place kicker. Jack was in his first…

American Academy campuses join National Junior Honor Society

By CPC | February 26, 2024

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is a prestigious organization. The National Association of Secondary Principals founded NJHS in 1929 to create enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate desire to render service,…

Timber Wellness Expo

By CPC | February 26, 2024
lady behind vendor table

Health and wellness expos are a great way to share information with students, staff, families and the community about healthy eating, physical activity and other health and wellness resources. Timber…

Chemistry and adventure in and out of the classroom

By CPC | February 26, 2024

After chatting with Jeffrey Nichols, it is safe to say that he finds a lot of things interesting. He has been teaching for 17 years, but leading teenagers in a…

Red Shirt Rookies teaches us all a few things

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Sports can be a great connector. It is through learning games and playing with others that we often learn things about ourselves. Just ask Jennifer Di Capo, who is a…

BRE third graders rock it

By CPC | February 26, 2024
kids on stage performing different athletic feats

Every year, Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) produces a third grade show. The event requires months of preparation and practice and incorporates several educational subjects: art, music and physical education, with…