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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.

Free water for community events

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The Castle Pines North Metro District (CPNMD) has procured a water truck for community events for patrons to fill up their personal water bottles in lieu of buying plastic ones.…

Douglas County property owners get some tax relief

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Last year, Douglas County residential property owners faced a 50% property tax increase, the highest in the Denver metro area and the largest in state history. The community spoke up,…

Important message for our readers

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The Castle Pines Connection recently received notice that the publisher that prints our monthly newspaper is closing its doors effective August 3. That means that we are in search of…

Fearless, competitive, successful

By CPC | August 1, 2024
woman on horse jumping in obstacle course

Some of us start the day with yoga, meditation or prayer, or simply sipping our coffee while reading our paper or checking emails. Others, maybe a little more of the…

DCSO prepares for golf tournament

By CPC | August 1, 2024
coin logo for Douglas County Sheriff

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is preparing for the BMW Championship. The team has been diligently working hard for more than a year with the goal “to ensure the…

Retirement, golf, family and … golf

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The legendary golfer Ben Hogan once said, “The most important shot in golf is the next one.” Steve Stroker and his wife, Pam, agree and as avid golfers, they split…

And speaking of Scotland…

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The birthplace of golf is in the lush country of Scotland and naturally it boasts some of the world’s oldest and finest courses. The official rules of golf were established…

34 years of Scottie love

By CPC | August 1, 2024
two scottish terriers sit on chairs

This Pet Pedigree is brought to you by Lone Tree Veterinary Medical Center.   Kim and Rick Schafer have had six Scottish Terriers over the last 34 years. Commonly called…

The delight is in the details

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Imagine this: You are the dining manager at a world-class golf club, a place known for its excellent, thick chocolate milkshakes. Players and visitors who have visited golf clubs around…

Colorado living: Golfing at altitude

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Playing golf in Colorado is a bit different from playing at lower elevations. For example, the ball flies farther at higher altitudes: roughly 10% farther in Castle Pines. PGA TOUR…