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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.

March Crossword

By CPC | March 1, 2025

Crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance — Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331   Across 1. Slacks off 6. Throat-clearing sound 10. Chowder morsel 14. Go fish 15. “Later!” 16. Daughter…

Dear Mrs. A – March 2025

By CPC | March 1, 2025
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              Dear Mrs. A, Is it appropriate to ask your guests to remove their shoes when entering your home? – Castle Valley Clean Freak…

Cutest Pets pick up prizes

By CPC | March 1, 2025

Last month the winners of the Cutest Pet in the Pines contest stopped by The Pet Stuff Place in the Village Shops to pick up their prizes.      …

Spring into spring with a touch of green

By CPC | March 1, 2025

In March, I believe that everyone is a little bit Irish. As far as I know, I have no ancestors from the Emerald Isle, but I love corned beef, soda…

A grassroots group lifting up community

By CPC | March 1, 2025

Krista Simonson started a Facebook group in 2020 inviting 10 friends to share photos of restaurant food, which at that time was all take-out due to the pandemic. The next…

Crafty pastimes are making a comeback

By CPC | March 1, 2025

  Old-fashioned pursuits, such as knitting, baking, gardening, scrapbooking and embroidery have made a comeback as more Millennials and Generation Zs have been putting down their phones in favor of…

All about artichokes

By CPC | March 1, 2025

The artichoke can be a daunting vegetable with its prickly appearance, but it is like one of those familiar fairy-tale characters that are a bit frightening on the outside but…

What is your personality type?

By CPC | March 1, 2025

Personality tests are an informative and easy way to learn about one’s strengths and tendencies. The information can be enlightening or validating; either way, the results are beneficial for professional…

Sunday Salmon

By CPC | March 1, 2025

Connecting one bite at a time Why limit love to one person or one family or a few people? Love is a stepping stone. The path is looking beyond the…

Cheer teams place in nationals

By CPC | March 1, 2025

The Rock Canyon High School Cheer teams competed in the national competition in Orlando last month. The varsity team took ninth place in Game Day competitions and junior varsity won…