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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.

Casa Bonita: Improve everything but change nothing

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Longtime Colorado residents probably have memories of the iconic Mexican restaurant in Lakewood, but our newer neighbors may not know about the pink “pretty house,” which translates in Spanish to…

Sugar cookies three ways – a sweet way to say ‘be mine’

By CPC | February 1, 2023

I have a confession to make: I secretly love Valentine’s Day, cheesy though it may be. It comes smack in the middle of winter, when things are often dreary, giving…

Taste the town during Denver Restaurant Week March 3-12

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Foodies of all ages will embrace the week of March 3-12 when Denver Restaurant Week takes over the town. This year marks the 19th year of Denver Restaurant Week which…

Girl Scout cookie season kicks off with new cookie flavor

By CPC | February 1, 2023

It’s time to stock up on your favorite Girl Scout cookie flavors as cookie season begins Sunday, February 5 in Colorado, and there is a new chocolate raspberry cookie to…

Parker Senior Center keeps life in motion

By CPC | February 1, 2023
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  There is a place in downtown Parker that is a home away from home for the 50+ community. The Parker Senior Center (PSC) is a membership-based nonprofit organization that…

Snow, snow and more snow

By CPC | February 1, 2023

The recent January 17-18 snowfall, which shutdown Douglas County School District, blanketed the state. The mountains received a foot of snow, Denver received 8 inches, Castle Pines received 4.5 inches,…

Reporting close to home

By CPC | February 1, 2023

The name Conor McCue might have a familiar ring to it if you routinely tune in to watch the local news. McCue is a constant on the air at CBS4.…

Pop the cork! Celebrating 50 years

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Tim and Sandy Gamble, Castle Pines residents since 1989, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 4 with a very special bottle of wine. Fifty years ago, the young couple,…

Iowa to Colorado: Finding a forever home

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Hidden Pointe residents Jason and Jennifer (Jenn) Hershberger grew up in small towns in Iowa: Jason in Kalona, 20 minutes southwest of Iowa City, and Jenn in Grundy Center, near…

Zero-and low-waste stores are planet-friendly

By CPC | February 1, 2023

As consumers are becoming more aware of the waste generated from the many products used every day, zero- and low-waste stores are popping up to help with the transition away…