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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.

One lucky cat!

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Chispita is eight pounds of pure sass, and to Karen and Mark Ruzycki, she is “just one lucky cat.” Chispita, whose name means “little spark,” is a 13-year-old ball of…

May book recommendations for mothers and those who love them

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Mother’s Day is May 14th. Book recommendations this month feature the complexities of being a woman and mothers in all their fierce imperfections; in short, the women who are role…

Deepfake technology challenges what is real

By CPC | May 1, 2023

The use of deepfake technology is on the rise throughout the internet. With the click of a button, just about anyone can put your face on an Olympic runner in…

Chasing life with the Peace Corps

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Harry Pearson grew up in the Hidden Pointe neighborhood with his mom, dad, two brothers and one sister. His family has always been full of independence, starting with his dad…

Women’s Bean Project provides stepping stones for a fresh start

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Located in Denver near I-25 and Alameda sits a very special place, called Women’s Bean Project (WBP). For 34 years, this nonprofit organization has been helping women create a fresh…

Thoughtfulness for Mom

By CPC | May 1, 2023
Graphic of Thoroughly Modern Manners

Dear Readers, Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so let’s plan. Modern Manners will guide us to be thoughtful of our moms and everyone. Mother’s Day can bring up…

The truth? Failure was the norm

By CPC | May 1, 2023

For years, many have lionized larger than life men and women who made our Douglas County great. As it should be. But the reality of pioneering outcomes in these parts…

Sing a song of celery

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Celery has had sort of a renaissance in the last few years. Prior to 2019, I mostly thought of celery as a delivery mechanism for peanut butter or as the…

Relish the 2023 Farmers Markets

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Colorado farmers markets are an outdoor celebration of summer. Families and friends get together, chatting with vendors and meandering through the market enjoying the fresh smell of recently harvested produce.…

Serious about cereal

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) was one of several participating schools that joined in a cereal box drive to help feed fellow Douglas County School District students in need. More than…