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On Halloween, Oct. 31 from 3 to 5:00 p.m., downtown Washington Ave. will be closed to cars and filled instead with tiny zombies, super-heroes and other masked little ones, all ready to fill their trick-or-treat bags in a safe atmosphere with candy provided by local Golden merchants.

Bring your little ones for some sugar-saturated, non-spooky fun!

The Golden Years Reception on October 13 gathered important feedback from older adults in our community, many of whom want to be engaged in the planning of Golden Community Center and The Front Porch activities. We are excited to begin our collaboration to plan these fun opportunities!

City staff will offer several focus group sessions on November 3, 2023, based on feedback received at the reception. These focus groups will be held in a smaller space, more conducive to conversation and listening so everyone can hear and be heard.

Advanced sign-up for these 45-minute sessions is required. To accommodate the room size and allow for better conversation, each group will be limited to 20 people. If a session reaches capacity, we will add additional sessions on the same topic.

Sign up for a focus group here!

Bring yourself, your ideas, and your enthusiasm to shape the future of Recreation Services for older adults in Golden!

Focus group general information:

Date: November 3, 2023

Location: Golden Community Center, 1470 10^th Street

Contact: Angela Kohman, 303-384-8159 or AKohman@CityofGolden.net

9:00 -9:45 a.m. | The Front Porch: Recreation for Older Adults in Golden

• Discussion topics:  role of community recreation, older adult engagement to understand interests, Front Porch operations (including hours), drop-in activities, etc.

10:15 -11:00 a.m. | Programs Inside the Golden Community Center

• Discussion topics: GCC indoor programs and activities for older adults
• Programs Inside the GCC:  water aerobics, pickleball, volleyball, fitness, dance, pottery, crafts, wellness, personal training, water walking, lap swimming, Masters, etc.

11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Programs Outside the GCC

• Discussion topics: GCC outdoor programs and activities for older adults
• Sample topics:  hiking, biking, nature walks, pickleball, sports, multi-generational activities with grandkids, trips: museums, theater, Rockies games, etc.

1:00 -1:45 p.m. | Education Programming: Learning Together

• Discussion topics:  book clubs, travelogues, current events, sustainable home modifications, resource education (wills, taxes), technology support
• Secondary topics:  landscape conversion, residential solar, genealogy, memoir writing, how to downsize, parking app, phone use, sustainable home improvements, sustainable landscape conversions, residential solar, how to downsize, genealogy, memoir writing, etc.

3:00 -3:45 p.m. | Volunteer Opportunities

• Discussion topics: Front Porch, clean a park, program instruction, seniors helping seniors

Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Or if you prefer, join us online from the comfort of your own home (bring your own coffee!).

This month’s event features a discussion on Creek Management update with Parks and Recreation Director, Tammy Tucker.

Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!

Experience the beauty of the holiday season with a walk down Washington Ave., candle (or glowstick) in hand, singing carols on Friday, Dec. 1.

The pre-walk holiday show starts at 5 p.m. on the stage at 10th and Washington. The walk starts at 6:30 p.m. in front of Foothills Art Center on 15th St.

Bring a candle or purchase one beforehand from a local vendor.

Learn more on VisitGolden.com.

Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Or if you prefer, join us online from the comfort of your own home (bring your own coffee!).

This month’s event features an update on GPD’s 32-hour workweek trial with Police Chief Joe Harvey.

Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!

Come do some holiday shopping at the Annual Golden High School Holiday Bazaar held by the GHS PTA.

With plenty to choose from and a variety of goods from over 70 different vendors, you can make a big dent on your holiday shopping list.

This is a fundraiser for the students at Golden High School, helping with scholarships, grants, and more.

The Bazaar will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2 at Golden High School, 701 24th St. Includes free parking and admission.

Bursting with Colorado charm and holiday spirit, Golden’s holiday parade is a beloved family-friendly tradition.

The parade route runs along Washington Ave. from 10th St. to 13th St. and will feature elves, floats, Victorian carolers, antique cars, the Grinch, Santa, and tons of joy!

Spend a magical day in Golden meeting and mingling with family favorite holiday characters–classic and new–in Downtown Golden along Washington Avenue, which will be closed for the festive event.

Bring your camera for plenty of photo opportunities, including a “Selfie with an Elfie” station, live music, Newfoundland dog cart rides, and lots of festive holiday fun for the whole family!

Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar.

It’s a new year–bring your new ideas! Please bring your ideas for speakers and content for Coffee with the Councilors in 2024. We want to learn what you want to hear about and discuss at CWC. What is on your mind? What are your concerns?

Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!

Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar.

This month we’ll be joined by Golden Fire Chief Kasey Beal. Chief Beal will share his vision and plans for the Golden Fire Department, and be available to answer any questions and address any concerns.

Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!