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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.

Bike to Work Day

By CPC | June 1, 2022

Colorado Department of Transportation’s Bike to Work Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 22. Set a reminder to get some exercise by starting the workday early and riding your bike…

Topgolf fundraiser

By CPC | June 1, 2022

To learn about Rotary Club of Castle Pines, visit https://www.rotaryclubofcastlepines.org. Photos by Terri Wiebold and courtesy of Blair Gifford

BMW Championship returns to Colorado

By CPC | June 1, 2022

On May 11, Castle Pines Golf Club announced it will host the 2024 BMW Championship, a tournament featuring the top 70 PGA Tour players vying to earn one of 30…

Historic Elephant Rock crosses the finish line

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of Elephant Rock cyclists enjoy the beauty of Colorado

Dating back 35 years, the sunrise to sunset Elephant Rock (ER) bike ride drew thousands of recreational and competitive cyclists over the years and is one of Colorado’s oldest cycling…

RCHS girls soccer team – repeat champions

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of RCHS Soccer Team 2022

The Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) girls soccer team finished another stellar regular season this year with a win over Arvada West High School in the final game, a record…

RCHS girls varsity tennis

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of RCHS varsity girls tennis team (left to right): Megan Clason, Allysa Song, Riley Lanziner and Peyton Maurer

Rock Canyon High School girls varsity tennis teams won the Continental League regional tournament finishing the season 5-4 which elevated them to the state playoffs in May. Unfortunately, victory wasn’t…

PROM 2022

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Prom 2022

In April, Rock Canyon High School had its junior/senior prom at Infinity Park in Denver, followed by the traditional “After-Prom” party, which was a resounding success. The event was held…

BRE students were ninja warriors for a day

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of BRE Aiden B. concentrates on the swinging bars

Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) students pushed their physical limits when PE teacher Kelli Weinrich, better known as “Coach W.,” brought Ninja Nation to the school. She saw the enthusiasm students…

The majesty of mountains

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of American Academy – Castle Pines students at the Elwha River

American Academy (AA) – Castle Pines eighth grade students joined AA – Parker campuses for a week in Olympic National Park, located in the foothills of the Pacific Northwest’s majestic…

Fun-filled field day

By CPC | June 1, 2022
Photo of Timber Trail Field Day

It was another successful field day at Timber Trail Elementary (TTE). Students showed their Timberwolves class pride through active outdoor field activities, including obstacle courses and a student favorite, the…