Calendar

Nov
3
Sat
2018
Coffee with a Councilor – South Neighorhoods @ Bean Fosters
Nov 3 @ 10:00 am

Coffee with a CouncilorThis is a great opportunity to talk with representatives and residents of the South Neighborhoods, as well as any issue related to the “good of Golden.”

Meet at 10 a.m. at Bean Fosters, located at 720 Golden Ridge Road.

For details, call Councilor Saoirse Charis-Graves at 303-709-7529 or scharisgraves@cityofgolden.net.

Nov
11
Sun
2018
Time Capsule Unveiling @ Golden History Museum
Nov 11 @ 11:00 am

Time CapsuleOn Veteran’s Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, the City of Golden and Golden History Museum & Park will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I with a day of celebration, programs, and free admission. The Museum opens at 10 a.m. and ceremonies begin at 11 a.m.

The 1968 time capsule that has been buried in the sidewalk next to Golden’s Liberty Bell in front of City Hall for the past 50 years will be opened and its contents unveiled for the public to see at the Golden History Museum, 923 10th St.

The time capsule tradition began in 1918 when Golden residents buried the first one in honor of the end of WWI and asked that the people of 1968 open it. The next generation dutifully opened the capsule and buried another for us to celebrate and experience in 2018. In the same tradition, we will bury a time capsule with items representing our times for the people of 2068 to open.

Nov
12
Mon
2018
Golden Safety Academy @ Golden Fire Department Training Room
Nov 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Golden Safety Academy PosterThe Golden Safety Academy was created to help educate and empower citizens with information and resources that enhance their personal safety and crime prevention. This free academy is held once a month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second Monday of every month in the Golden Fire Department, except for the June class, which will be on Tuesday, June 12 in Council Chambers. You may attend one, several or all sessions.

Please visit our Golden Safety Academy page for more information on this informative educational series, including topics to be covered at each class, and to sign up for a class online. You can also download the full safety academy calendar below.

Nov
15
Thu
2018
CSM Talk – Science Reporting in the Era of Fake News @ Colorado School of Mines, Brown Hall W210
Nov 15 @ 5:30 pm

Rick Weiss, the founding director of SciLine, will offer a free talk on November 15, 5:30 p.m. in Brown Hall W210 at the Colorado School of Mines about “Evidence in an Era of Synthetic Credibility.”

The digital democratization of information is proving to be a mixed blessing. Individuals and populations once marginalized and voiceless now have instant access to influential communication channels and a chance to join the global marketplace of data and ideas. But this borderless information ecosystem has also turned out to be fertile terrain for con artists and provocateurs who are using increasingly available and sophisticated technology to obfuscate on an unprecedented scale and undermine institutions that have historically been central to social stability. The race is on to develop approaches that can accurately assess credibility in real time, and elevate evidence to its rightful place.

SciLine is a philanthropically supported, free service affiliated with the American Association for the Advancement of Science that connects scientists and other experts to journalists covering science, health, and the environment.

The talk is free, but reserve your spot online. Refreshments will be served.

Nov
17
Sat
2018
CSM International Day @ Lockridge Arena
Nov 17 @ 4:30 pm

Mines celebrates the presence of more than 70 countries represented on campus. Come experience exotic sights, melodious sounds, tantalizing fragrances and heavenly tastes.

The event starts at 4:30 p.m. at Lockridge Arena, 1651 Elm St.

Learn more at www.mines.edu/isss/iew-schedule.

Nov
22
Thu
2018
6th Annual Great Turkey Chase @ Parfet Park
Nov 22 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am

The Great Turkey ChaseBefore the feasting begins, join the Runners High’s 6th annual Great Turkey Chase on Thanksgiving morning!

Race Features:

  • 3-mile untimed fun run or walk
  • Craft beer from Cannonball Creek and Holidaily Brewing!
  • snacks, great prizes, tons of fun!
  • Super family friendly! Kids catch the turkey and win a prize!  This year every adult entry receives a pair of Goodr sunglasses
  • new this year…..costume contest!!!  best two costumes each win a free pair of shoes!!!

(Hurry to register…there is a limited supply of some of the colors.)

 Registration at:

  • 2221 Ford St., Golden or 905 Bear Creek Avenue Morrison  (cash, check, or credit card)
  • or call us at 720-583-2911 to register by phone.
Nov
24
Sat
2018
Be a Tool 5K Elf Run @ Under the Welcome Arch
Nov 24 @ 8:30 am

Be a Tool Elf RunThe 5th annual Be A Tool 5k Run (On Small Business Saturday) is being held to help support the growth of the Neighborhood Rehab Project. In September of this year, over 1,000 volunteers came together in Golden, Arvada, Englewood and Idaho Springs to help work on projects for folks in need of warm, safe and dry conditions. Proceeds from this race will go directly toward future projects in 2018 and 2019.

The run begins at 8:30 a.m. under the Howdy Folks arch. Register early, the first 200 registrants will receive an Elf hat! Put on your most festive holiday attire and join us for a fun morning of activities supporting Small Business Saturday as well as a great cause!

 Race Features:

  •  T-Shirt
  •  Goody Bag
  •  Event Timed
  •  Food and Drinks
  •  Kids’ Activities
  •  Awards

The 5K Elf Run will start under the Golden (“Howdy Folks”) arch on Washington street in Golden at 8:30 a.m. Walk up registration and race day packet pick up will take place in front of Cafe 13 on Thirteenth Street in front of the Armory building.

Small Business Saturday @ Golden Visitors Center
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Small Business SaturdayStop at Visit Golden’s Small Business Saturday Welcome Station at the Golden Visitors Center. Pick up a Shop Small tote bag and other giveaways before heading out to shop and dine for the day.

Make sure to visit all five Golden shopping areas: Downtown, North, South, Central, and Inter Plaza! Head into Golden and take advantage of the Shop Small attitude and local charm.

Support local merchants for Small Business Saturday. Start at the Welcome Station from 10 a.m. to noon at the Visitor’s Center, 1010 Washington Ave. For more info, go to VisitGolden.com.

Nov
30
Fri
2018
Candlelight Walk 2018 @ Foothills Art Center
Nov 30 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Candlelight WalkExperience the beauty of the holiday season as you walk through downtown Golden, candle in hand, singing holiday carols during this annual tradition. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for photos before the walk at the Dove Inn, 711 14th St. then gather at 6 p.m. at the Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St. The walk begins at 6:30 p.m. down to the Visitors Center for a holiday show, the countdown to the lighting of the lights by Mayor Marjorie Sloan, and a short fireworks display from the roof of the Golden Hotel. Enjoy the lights that will shine all along Washington Avenue and Clear Creek, along with various activities for everyone to enjoy.

Other Evening Activities

5:30 to 8 p.m. – The Golden Library participates in the Candlelight Walk with cookies, cider and a children’s craft. Golden Library, 1019 10th St.

7 p.m. – The Winter Celestial Sights – Get an up close view of the winter night sky with naturalist Mike Dempsey from Jeffco Open Space and a powerful telescope. The telescope will be located  outside the Visitors Center.

7 to 9 p.m. – Visit the Golden History Museum after the walk or stroll through the Clear Creek History Park to warm up by the wood stove in the Historic Pearce Cabin. Sample roasted chestnuts while listening to music, singing and dancing in the hay barn provided by Virtuosity Dance Centre.

 

Dec
1
Sat
2018
GHS Holiday Bazaar 2018 @ Golden High School
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come do some Christmas Shopping at the Annual Golden High School Holiday Bazaar held by the PTA of Golden High. With one-of-a-kind gifts from over 90 different local artists, you can make a big dent on your holiday shopping list.

This is a fund raiser for the students at Golden High School, helping with scholarships, after prom party, grants, and more.

The Holiday Bazaar will be held at the Golden High School, 701 24th St, Golden on Saturday, December 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Includes free parking and admission.

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 Golden has 402 acres of open space
and maintains 253 acres of parks right within the city itself.

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