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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.

Rocky Mountain Welcome Center – Giving a Rocky Mountain welcome to immigrants and refugees

By CPC | August 1, 2022

In 2005, Diana Higuera came to Colorado from Venezuela to study international and intercultural communication at University of Denver. Her plan was to come for her education, but she met…

Sedalian Joe Kouba: cotton, cows and cedar

By CPC | August 1, 2022
Family picture of Joe Kouba, circa 1945.

Cotton picking was more important than schooling in Denison, Texas in 1882. After Joe Kouba and twin brother Reuben finished third grade, the family farm was all that counted. Apparently…

Worth the wait …

By CPC | August 1, 2022
Missy Franklin Five-time Olympic gold medalist

The City of Castle Pines partners annually with Mental Health Colorado, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to promote mental health, end stigma and ensure equitable access to mental health and…

The act of deference

By CPC | August 1, 2022

Dear Readers, I’d like to talk about the act of deference, which is defined as a readiness or willingness to yield to others, or a humble submission that includes respect.…

Ukrainian natives help unite orphans of war

By CPC | August 1, 2022
Photo of Yulia Boozer (left) and Olga Funk

On a chance meeting, Yulia Boozer and Olga Funk felt a connection and knew instantly they wanted to do more together. After the war in Ukraine began, the two native…

Is “healthy Coke” really healthy?

By CPC | August 1, 2022
Photo of TikTok user Amanda Jones started the healthy Coke trend

The healthy Coke trend circulating on TikTok has inspired many to try the balsamic vinegar and flavored seltzer combination. The trend emerged when user Amanda Jones shared the recipe from…

Vietnam: From quagmire to paradise

By CPC | August 1, 2022
Aerial view of Ho Chi Minh City

Eons ago (1969), my first vivid memory of Vietnam was a Viet Cong rocket cratering not far away from where I was brushing my teeth. For the most part, it…

Chile lime cucumber watermelon salad

By CPC | August 1, 2022

A summer refresher that’s as cool as a cucumber Longtime readers of this column will know that I have a serious obsession with Trader Joe’s (TJ’s). One of the happiest…

Good things are brewing!

By CPC | August 1, 2022

AUGUST 1 – SEPTEMBER 30 The Douglas County Libraries (DCL) 2022 Brew Tour includes some great breweries and coffee shops again this year. Gather points and unlock rewards by logging…

Filling a need by filling backpacks

By CPC | August 1, 2022
School Supplies

The Foundation for Douglas County Schools held its annual “Lend a Hand” school supply drive in July. Castle Pines Orthodontics stepped up as a donation drop-off location and asked patients…