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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Friday, Jan. 30th
- All day - The Friday Tour
- All day - Colorado Cowboy Gathering @ The Buffalo Rose
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - UllrGrass Festival
- 10:15-10:45AM - Toddler Time - Registration Required
- 5-7PM - Member Reception @ Foothills Art Center - Astor House
- 6-8PM - Opening Reception @ Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
- 7:30PM - OPENING NIGHT - The Odd Couple (Female Version)
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
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Scenes from Golden - January, 2026
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5-7PM Member Reception @ Foothills Art Center - Astor House
Join us for the Member Reception of our 2026 Members’ Show, The Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition, and Red Rocks Community College: Visual, Audio, Media Arts at our Astor House Location.
Become a Member for free to RSVP to this event. Join or renew your membership today at foothillsartcenter.org/join
Location:
Foothills Art Center - Astor House
1133 Arapahoe Street (Map)
6-8PM Opening Reception @ Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
2026 Men's Exhibit | 18th Biennial Men’s Exhibit
CONVERSATIONS - A Solo Exhibit by Carol Ann Waugh
Opening Reception for members and their guests
All welcome. Stop by to see the amazing quilts and meet some of the exhibitors! Light refreshments will be available. - More information
Location:
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
200 Violet Street (Map)
The Golden Word - 01/30/26
1-4:30PM Colorado Cowboy Gathering @ The Buffalo Rose
5th Annual CCG: Friday “Kickin’ It Off” Matinee
Friday Matinee Performances 1:00pm to 4:30pm
January 30, 2026 • 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
DOORS 12:30pm • 18+ (Under 18 allowed with parent or guardian)
Join us for our “Kickin’ It Off” Matinee, 35th Annual Colorado Cowboy Gathering, a festival of Western music, poetry, and storytelling that celebrates the heart of cowboy heritage. At the double-C G, we honor the Code of the West—integrity, commitment, and respect—while showcasing the artistry and ingenuity of Western folkways. Each January, this beloved tradition transports audiences beyond modern life with songs, poems, and stories that give voice to the Spirit of the West. Join returning favorites and exciting new performers as they share the timeless humor, wisdom, and soul of cowboy culture. Whether near or far, come experience the West at its best.
Saddle up for the 35th Annual Colorado Cowboy Gathering at the Buffalo Rose.
Enjoy celebrating Western music, poetry, and storytelling. Step into a world where the Code of the West still matters and experience the spirit, humor, and heart of cowboy culture at this unforgettable festival of heritage and artistry.
Location:
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
3:45-midnight UllrGrass Festival @ Parfet Park
Parfet Park is closed this weekend for UllrGrass, which is a ticketed event. Today's performances start at 3:45 and take place in a heated tent.
The 3-day festival, UllrGrass (named for the Norse God of Winter – Ullr - pronounced ooler) is the brain child and passion project of Chris and Susannah Thompson, long-time Golden residents who felt Golden needed a signature event in the middle of winter to bring the community together. Festival-goers dress in Viking regalia and celebrate community, live music, performing arts and craft beer. Tickets and more information
Location:
Parfet Park
10th Street and Washington Avenue (Map)
Live Music for Friday, Jan. 30th
6-9PM Ullrgrass Post-Party @ Goosetown Station
The Nice Sprites & T Live DJ + Acoustic Set - $5 cover - More info
10PM-12:30 Nightgrass!! @ Goosetown Station
Ullrgrass After Hours Party with Easy Tiger - $10 cover - More info
10PM-midnight Late Night Pick at the American Legion
- More Live Music
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
5:30-8:30PM Derek James Ohl @ Barrels and Bottles
6:30-8:30PM Sam McManus @ Etta Jeanne
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Yet Another Windstorm
City Tailor Shop, 1927
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79 Years Ago
The January 30, 1947 Colorado Transcript reported that a recent windstorm had caused significant destruction.
Raging winds raced through Golden and Pleasant View early last Saturday morning and did considerable damage to property.
Tramway service was interrupted for a short time when lines were blown down near Daniels [the neighborhood east of Colorado Mills]. A shelter house near Pleasant View was blown over and many trailers and unanchored small homes in that district were overturned.
Many roofs in Golden lost shingles, trees lost limbs, and windows were blown in. A shack was blown against a house, causing considerable damage. A garage in the Coors complex lost its roof, which was “crumpled and tossed between the buildings.” The window of the City Tailor Shop (1209 Washington – map) was blown in.
A new housing project was underway in Mines Park, and the wind blew piles of construction debris far and wide.
Fortunately, the Colorado Central Power company had been aggressively trimming trees near their power lines, so there was minimal loss of power. “The principal damage to transmission lines was done by roofs that were lifted from buildings and severed lines.”
Weather
Today: Sunny. High near 47, with temperatures falling to around 42 in the afternoon. Northwest wind around 9 mph.
Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low around 27, with temperatures rising to around 31 overnight. West southwest wind around 7 mph.
Saturday: Sunny. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 51 in the afternoon. West wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, 55°F
Saturday Night: Mostly Clear, 34°F
Sunday: Sunny, 61°F
Sunday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 38°F
Monday: Partly Sunny, 60°F
Monday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 32°F
Tuesday: Slight Chance Light Snow, 50°F
Tuesday Night: Chance Light Snow, 29°F
Wednesday: Sunny, 49°F
Wednesday Night: Mostly Clear, 31°F
Thursday: Sunny, 59°F
Thursday Night: Mostly Clear, 34°F
News About Golden - January 30, 2026
Coors Banquet cans, kegs scattered over Colorado Highway 58 after semi tips over
Beer was spilled all over Colorado Highway 58 early Thursday morning after a semi tipped over. According to the Wheat Ridge Police Department, hundreds of Coors Banquet cans and kegs were scattered over the highway after the accident. Read more....
2026 St. Patrick's Day Clothing Drive Ruck March
Region VIII DCE
Join us as we partake in a St. Patrick’s Day themed 2.75 mile ruck and donate canned goods and clothing items to the local community through Golden Pantry and Thrift. Arrive at Vanover Park with a ruck/backpack full of goods that you would like to donate. All are welcome! Read more... Download PDF below.
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Buffalo Rose, Buglet Solar, Foothills Art Center, Golden Cultural Alliance, Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, The Golden Mill, Golden Chamber of Commerce, Golden History Tours, Miners Saloon, Golden Hayride Outpost, Unite Fitness, Clothilde Elingbow, Michael Mason, Goosetown Station, and Earth Sweet Boutique
Friends:
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Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, Goozell Yogurt & Coffee Paul Haseman, Donna Anderson, Carol & Doug Harwood, Stephanie Painter, Greg Poulos, Ann Norton & Jonathan Storer, Mary & Don Parker, Saré Merrigan, The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, Vic DeMaria, and Joy Brandt
Supporters:
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Laura King and Scott Wilson, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Forrest Jones, Barry & Liz Bettis, Cheryl & Tom Schweich, Marjorie Sloan, Chris and Joyce Davell, Rick Flint, Forrest Jones, Cynthia Merrill Tamny, Stephen Pero, Meg Van Ness & Steve Kalasz, Steve & Karla Schaefer, Bud Rockhill, Steve Enger, Kristie Brice & Mike Schwartz, The Golden Hotel, Kurt & Janet Siegfried, Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch, Robert Thresher, Tonie Mattox, Centennial State Wealth Advisors, Steve & M.L. Richardson, and Jeremy & Stephanie Keller
Members:
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Brad Miller & Julie Bartos, Holly Thomas, Jim and LouAnne Dale, Ann Pattison, Thomas Hoffman, Carol Abel, Brian Quarnstrom, Sandra Curran, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Kathy Smith, Karen Smith, Carlos & Nancy Bernal, Robert Storrs, Michele Sannes, Elaine Marolla, Dixie Termin & Ron Miller, E Tom Hughes, Crystal M Culbert, Patrick A. Madison, Alice Madison & Jim Kalivas, Deb Goeldner, Christopher Ball, 6th Chair Home Services, Dot & Eric Brownson, Rosemary Coffman, Emeline Paulson, Sandy Schneider, Mark and Cathy Pattridge, Cheryl G Leidich, Jen Rutter, Frani R Bickart, Jennings and Litz, Bill Sedgeley, Nancy Hughes, Justin L Wade, Kathi Eggers, Traci Case, Donna Owen, Leslie D Lutz, Karen Oxman, Catherine Skokan, Ross Fraser & KC Gilliland, Lynne Haigh, Elizabeth Hilliard, Frank Young & Terre Deegan-Young, Kathy Hirons & Jack Markin, Jess & Anthony Monasterio, Heather Duncan, Lee Ann & Pete Horneck, Carol Cameron, Cheryl Williamson, San Daugherty, Jim Garner, John and Carol McEncroe, the Golden Welcome Center, the Golden Transcript, Koshare Eagle, Ken and Colleen Krantz, Traci Neuman Lacey, Jo Barber, Jamie Cookinham, Kermit Shields, Meridee Cecil, Vicki Olson, Colleen & Michael Ramey, Nancy & Pete Torpey, Jax Baker, Simon Maybury, Rose McLaughlin, Cameron Chambers, Joyce Gravina, Patrick Klein, Barb Robie, Richard Caldwell, Janice Waring, Sam & Marilyn Baron, Carmen Johnson, Mary Eiberger, Kevin Nichols, Ed & Carol Freza, Laura and Curtis Moore, Ruth Hund, Shelley & Jerry Devitt, Eileen Masterson, Kate Olivier, Amy Korengut, Pam Logan, Clare Shier, Wendy Weiman, and Marge Frueh
Followers:
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Golden Community Garden, Lora Haimes, Mariane Erickson, J.J. Fraser, Mel Perkins, Bob Hamilton, Steve Stevens, Vicki Olson, Emily Kurzinski, Nanette Johnson, Peyton Gibson, Sally Berger, Kristen Morgan, Joyce Sutton, Mary Rains, Craig Champlin, Stan Swisher, Bill Way
