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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.

Homemade gift ideas

By CPC | November 27, 2023

Homemade gifts take some time and care, which is why they are more special than something store-bought.  Here are some ideas to spark creativity.  Browse the internet for tutorials and…

December Crossword

By CPC | November 27, 2023

  Across 1. Wood cutters 5. Water balloon sound 10. Double-reed woodwind 14. Wyle of “ER” 15. Pageant prize 16. Scattered (like seeds) 17. Not built again 20. Jewel 21.…

December Modern Manners

By CPC | November 27, 2023
Graphic of Thoroughly Modern Manners

Dear Readers, It is gift giving and receiving time!  And I have held a lifelong belief that there are only two words that should ever be spoken when receiving a…

Meet your new neighbors

By CPC | November 27, 2023

The biannual New Resident Welcome Reception event was held at the Marquis Castle Pines apartments this fall.  Mayor Tracy Engerman welcomed 25 new residents to the neighborhood.  The event is hosted…

Bud’s Bar: A history between the tracks

By CPC | November 27, 2023
men standing behind bar

  If you’ve lived in Douglas County more than a few years and haven’t been to Bud’s Bar in Sedalia, you ain’t nobody.  Whoa!  Let me be more sensitive.  You’ve…

2023 Christmas and Chanukah celebrations

By CPC | November 27, 2023

Chabad Jewish Center of South Metro Denver 9950 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree www.denverjewishcenter.com Canyons Community Church 4825 N. Crowfoot Valley Road, Castle Rock www.canyonscc.org Christmas Eve: Candlelight Service, December 24,…

New toys under the tree for me

By CPC | November 27, 2023
potato stacks

  Christmas makes everyone a kid, and what kid doesn’t like new toys?  In my memory of childhood Christmas presents, one of my favorites was an Easy-Bake Oven.  With just…

A century of grace and joy: Jeanne turns 100!

By CPC | November 27, 2023
close up of senior lady

                        Castle Pines is abuzz with excitement as we extend heartfelt congratulations to Jeanne Furr, a remarkable resident about…

Prestigious golf tournament plans move forward for 2024

By CPC | November 27, 2023
view of golf club building

UPDATE: An exclusive holiday ticket option for the 2024 BMW Championship is available now for Castle Pines Connection readers through December 25, 2023. Visit bmwchampionship.com to secure tickets for the…

The power of peppermint

By CPC | November 27, 2023
leaves in tea cup

The minty, peppy, fresh scent and flavor of peppermint packs a punch.  While refreshing as a breath mint or tea, peppermint may also be linked to health benefits, including improving…