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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.

The magic of summer reading

By CPC | June 1, 2022

Kids, it is time to head to the library for the “Unlock the Magic of Summer Reading” program that kicks off on Saturday, June 4, with outdoor parties at all…

Experience the charm of Elizabeth

By CPC | June 1, 2022

About 25 minutes southeast of Castle Pines is the rural but ever-growing town of Elizabeth. The residents have an appreciation for the small-town feel and close-knit friends and family, but…

Small town, big history

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Town of Elizabeth

Elizabeth, Colorado, the largest town in Elbert County, has an interesting history. Originally a sawmill camp called Russellville, the settlement was established in 1855 near the banks of Running Creek.…

Festival with a taste of another time

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Colorado Renaissance Festival

For a day trip that offers a taste of another time, a visit to the Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur is just the thing! 2022 marks the festival’s 46th anniversary…

Scootin’ about… a guide to buying an electric scooter

By CPC | June 1, 2022

The days are getting longer and warmer, which means it is time to go outside and enjoy some Colorado sunshine. There is no better way to do that than to…

Switzerland: It all started with an apple

By CPC | June 1, 2022

An April The Wall Street Journal article touted a three-day sample of Switzerland’s charms using a special rail pass. It also inferred that things run like clockwork in that Alpine…

High Line Canal Trail ranks in the nation’s top 10

By CPC | June 1, 2022
A trail sign showing the intersection of High Line Canal Trail, Centennial Link Trail, and Big Cry Creek Trail in deKoevend Park in Centennial.

The High Line Canal (HLC) Trail was voted #9 in USA TODAY’s “Reader’s Choice Best Recreational Trail” in 2022. This trail in our backyard has a surprising history and vast…

Johnny’s Ambassadors –

By CPC | June 1, 2022

A mom’s mission to educate about marijuana It’s been two and a half years since Johnny died; he was just 19 years old. The pain and grief are still raw…

Day Trippin’ – Colorado Waterfalls

By CPC | June 1, 2022
view of Bridal Veil Falls in Telluride.

According to the United States Geological Survey, there are 81 waterfalls in Colorado that have names, along with numerous unnamed others throughout the state. Many of the falls are fed…

Husband and wife are a music teaching duo

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of The Dale family – Ben, Julia, Charlie and Ellie

Julia and Ben Dale share their love of music with their students at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS). Julia is the director of vocal music and her husband, Ben, is…