Skip to content

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.

Preserving land for generations to come

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Angels Among Us               The Douglas Land Conservancy (DLC) was established by community members in 1987 over concerns about unsustainable growth. Since then, the…

Executive chef preparing for world-class golf tournament

By CPC | February 27, 2024

As the prestigious Castle Pines Golf Club prepares to host the highly anticipated BMW Championship this August, all eyes are on Travis Teague, who is poised to oversee the Club’s…

Take a dip in springtime goodness

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Anyone who knows me, knows I love dessert. In fact, earlier in my tenure as the writer of this column, one of my children (who was about 7 at the…

An active and meaningful community for moms

By CPC | February 27, 2024

As every mom of a young child understands, finding time to exercise once baby arrives is a challenge, and some days it can be impossible. At FIT4MOM Castle Rock (F4M),…

Eggs are excellent, but which ones?

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Eggs are on most people’s shopping lists all year, but spring is certainly “egg season.” Eggs are hard-boiled and decorated, cracked into many baked dishes and used often to create…

Spring-clean your diet

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Spring is a time of renewal, growth and new beginnings. We often want to freshen up our lives by cleaning up and clearing out. If healthy goals have slipped since…

Spring activities and sports for kids

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Spring is around the corner, so now is the time to register kids for sports and other extra-curricular activities. Below is a quick reference guide to some near-by options. Boutique…

JV Cheer at RCHS won state and placed at national competitions

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Junior varsity (JV) cheer at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) has many reasons to celebrate. The team won UCA Regionals, Continental League, and JV State for Colorado. Last month in…

Student-Athlete Signing Day 2024

By CPC | February 26, 2024

Rock Canyon High School   Jack Anderson Football Carthage College, WI Coach Kevin Meyer stated, “Jack Anderson had an outstanding season as our place kicker. Jack was in his first…

American Academy campuses join National Junior Honor Society

By CPC | February 26, 2024

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is a prestigious organization. The National Association of Secondary Principals founded NJHS in 1929 to create enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate desire to render service,…