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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.

Take Taco Tuesday to the Next Level

By CPC | July 1, 2022

I, like most humans, love a taco. There’s something deeply satisfying about the near-perfection contained in the simple ingredients that comprise a taco. Eight years ago, The Lego Movie –…

Food Truck Frenzy

By CPC | July 1, 2022

The Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce and the City of Castle Pines kicked off summer with the 10th annual Food Truck Frenzy at Coyote Ridge Park on June 11. More…

Being the Best Deceased You Can Be

By CPC | July 1, 2022

I’ve done a lot of living and don’t want the party to end. But it will. When it does, what do my loved ones do with the residue? Let’s start…

Self-Defense Advocate Teaches Empowerment

By CPC | July 1, 2022

Julie Godfrey, a resident in The Canyons neighborhood, discovered a whole new side of herself in her mid-50s. After celebrating her 32nd wedding anniversary with her husband, Brett, and raising…

A Heart for Teaching and Daily Connections

By CPC | July 1, 2022

Resident Ilana Bove recently retired after 17 years as a teacher and school librarian. Bove was raised in an environment that honored the profession of teaching and valued education. Both…

Relaxing, Mesmerizing Pet Fish

By CPC | July 1, 2022

Krysta Parr feels that it was fate that brought her together with her three goldfish and coincidentally (or not), Parr is a Pisces. Adopting the three fish from a moving…

Sorority Sisters Partner to Fight Hunger

By CPC | July 1, 2022

The simple act of meeting for lunch twice a year to celebrate each other’s birthdays has kept two sorority sisters connected since their days at Indiana University. In the past…

Make a Splash this Summer

By CPC | July 1, 2022

There are several natural swimming spots just a short trip away from Castle Pines that offer an outdoor oasis to take a dip and cool off. Other watering holes may…

Golfing Buddies Sink Holes-in-One

By CPC | July 1, 2022

Longtime Castle Pines residents Jon Loomer and Loyd Saenger have each been playing golf for more than 50 years, and the two regularly play together at The Ridge at Castle…

Trailgating

By CPC | July 1, 2022

Several running clubs, including the Castle Pines Running Club, met last month at a “trailgating” event to meet, to run and for fellowship. Wayne Pallas, a lifelong runner, hosts these…