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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.

Oktoberfest in the Village

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Things to do in October

By CPC | October 1, 2022

October is a month filled with fun and sometimes spooky fall activities.  Here are a few ideas:  Hop on a train ride  The Leadville Colorado and Southern Railroad have special…

Go forth and multiply: Heuer and Hier

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Pomeranian Prussians from Burow, Johann and wife Minnie (Glauss) Heuer arrived in the U.S. as immigrants in 1872.   Iowa farmland looked good, so the Heuers claimed it, and they…

Invisible Disabilities Association – Seeing is not always knowing

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Everyone has a story: the person in line at the grocery store, the person driving in the next lane, the person in the crosswalk, friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers.  The…

October movies: the scarier, the better

By CPC | October 1, 2022

The world is divided into two categories:  those who flock to horror films and those who shun the genre.  In the former category, screaming in theaters, gripping hands in terror…

Jamaica: where everything is “irie”

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Many Caribbean islands are little more than water sports or beachcomber destinations.  Jamaica is pleasantly different.  The birthplace of reggae, her charms extend well beyond her saltwater shores and adventure…

Place all bets to win at the derby

By CPC | October 1, 2022

Sky View Farm is more than a barn, it is a family. While Sky View Farm is an equestrian center, the Farm is also a place for alternative learning and…

Neighbors helping neighbors

By CPC | October 1, 2022

There is a saying, “Being a good neighbor is an art which makes life richer.”  Several neighbors recently gathered to do some yard work for a couple going through a…

Rise Up Malawi raises funds at The Ridge

By CPC | October 1, 2022

On August 22, Rise Up Malawi (RUM) held its first golf tournament to raise funds for the nonprofit’s goal: to build living quarters for guests in the African country of…

Family is a priority for Olympic games lawyer

By CPC | October 1, 2022

In her capacity as a legal representative for the U.S. Olympic Games and Pan American Games, Sara Pflipsen has traveled the world to Rio de Janeiro and PyeongChang among other…