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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.

Colorado living: When the Castle Rock Star was born

By CPC | November 1, 2024
fireworks over rock formation at night and star-shaped light

In 1936, during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl, the 45-foot-tall electric Castle Rock Star (Star) first lit up the night with nearly 100 light bulbs. It served as a…

Castle Rock: aptly named

By CPC | November 1, 2024

  Castle Rock was named after the rock formation towering over it. An outlier for its name, it is also the perfect icon for minerals that were early foundations for…

Dear Mrs. A – November

By CPC | November 1, 2024
dear mrs a

Dear Mrs. A, Talk to us about restaurant reservations as the holiday season approaches  – Hungry in Hidden Pointe. Dear Hungry, Great question and an important part of planning for…

Aviation award recipient

By CPC | November 1, 2024

At the Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame Banquet held at the Lakewood Country Club on Saturday, October 5, longtime resident of The Village at Castle Pines, James Huffman, received the…

Dog-safe Thanksgiving foods

By CPC | November 1, 2024

November is a time for good food, and lots of it. Our canine family members may be just as excited by the smell of roast turkey and all the fixings…

A holiday dish that is a side of ease

By CPC | November 1, 2024
mixed vegetables on white plate

In just a few weeks, those of us who love to cook put on our big show for the year. Maybe your family’s feast is straight out of Norman Rockwell,…

November Crossword

By CPC | November 1, 2024
blank crossword puzzle

Crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance  — Tammy Lopez  (720) 733-1331   Across 1. Site of the Taj Mahal 5. Vessel for a warm fall drink 8. Someone who…

Hitting the slopes

By CPC | November 1, 2024

Winter is coming – and that means skiing. Colorado is home to many top-tier ski resorts and trails. For those who plan to hit the slopes more than a few…

Ten ideas for leftover Halloween candy

By CPC | November 1, 2024
orange bowl of various packaged candy bars

  There is often leftover Halloween candy, whether one bought too much (hello Costco) and didn’t get that many trick-or-treaters, or the kids collected a ton. It is fun to…

The Castle Cup is a seriously good time

By CPC | November 1, 2024
group of men in living room, one holding tennis trophy

A men’s group has been enjoying an annual day of competition since 2018. It is called The Castle Cup. According to Mark Voss, an unofficial committee member and organizer of…