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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.

Castle Pines Acupuncture and Wellness

By CPC | April 1, 2022
Photo of the Muncy family (left to right): Vonda, Ellie, Cassie and Curtis

Making a difference, holistically By Hollen Wheeler; photos courtesy of Vonda Muncy Acupuncturist Vonda Muncy is a businesswoman, outdoor enthusiast and wellness guru. For more than five years, she has…

Hope’s Promise –

By CPC | April 1, 2022

gives hope to children and families here and everywhere By Elean Gersack; photo courtesy of Beth Woods Hope’s Promise creates hopeful journeys through pregnancy support, adoption services, orphan care and…

Surrey Ridge fire mitigation

By CPC | April 1, 2022

Article and photo by Patte Smith In early March, South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) Risk Reduction Specialist Einar Jensen chatted with concerned Surrey Ridge homeowners about reducing the chance of…

Florida as tourist and citizen

By CPC | April 1, 2022

Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner The last two weeks in February were spent giving the Sunshine State a thorough going-over, putting 1,700 miles on a red Mini Cooper. Unlike…

Hazel the gentle giant

By CPC | April 1, 2022

By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy of Jennifer Dunbar Hazel, an 11-year-old Maine coon cat, has eyes of green with gold that mesmerize those who dare to look her in the…

Furry Scurry 2022 is back

By CPC | April 1, 2022

and in person Join thousands of fellow animal advocates across Colorado and the country for the Dumb Friends League 29th annual Furry Scurry. Registration is now open at furryscurry.org for…

Dog park renovations begin –

By CPC | April 1, 2022
Photo of ever-popular Glendale Farm Dog Park

Glendale Farm Dog Park Article and photos by Patte Smith Arf arf and big arf – dog language for great news – pooches and pals rejoice. The incredibly popular Glendale…

Charlie Alexander – of mice and men

By CPC | April 1, 2022
Photo of Charlie Alexander

By Joe Gschwendtner; photo courtesy of Sedalia Firehouse Museum Charlie Alexander was one of Sedalia’s more colorful locals, born a Hoosier in 1882. His early years were filled with hardship,…

Earth Day –

By CPC | April 1, 2022

a reminder to invest in our planet By Lisa Nicklanovich Earth Day 2022 is April 22, marking the 52nd anniversary of the first Earth Day celebrated in 1970. Earth Day…

The Art District on Santa Fe

By CPC | April 1, 2022
Photo of the "District"

Arriba! It is muy bueno. By Hollen Wheeler; courtesy photos A lesser-known but vibrant micro-hood of Denver, due south of downtown, is the Art District on Santa Fe, or “the…