Engineering Hall
Photo by Richard Luckin
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Friday, Mar. 6th
- All day - The Friday Tour
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - The First Annual Golden Comfort & Comedy Festival
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - Denver Restaurant Week (in Golden)
- 10AM-4PM - Spring Rock, Mineral and Fossil Sale
- 10:15-10:45AM - Toddler Time - Registration Required
- 5:30-6:30PM - Women's Circle
- 6-8PM - Teen Pride After Hours: Chappell Roan
- 7:30PM - Golden Standard Comedy Showcase
- 7:30PM - The Mother and the Michigan/Ohio War
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
10AM-4PM Spring Rock, Mineral and Fossil Sale
A colossal selection of minerals, rocks, books, maps, journals, fossils, etc. Prices will vary by item or box. All proceeds go to the museum. For more information call 303-273-3815.
Location:
Mines Museum - Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
6-8PM Teen Pride After Hours: Chappell Roan
Calling all Pink Pony fans! Come to the library… it’s where you belong. Spend the night singing along to your favorite Chappell Roan songs and get it hot like Papa John by making some HOT TO GO crafts. This fun and free event is for LGBTQIA+ teens and allies in grades 6 through 12. Please honor the age limit to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all participants. More information
Location:
Golden Library
1019 10th Street (Map)
7:30PM Golden Standard Comedy Showcase @ Gnarly's
Today's installment in the Comfort and Comedy Festival:
Golden Standard Comedy Showcase
Five elite comedians. One legendary night. Ron Ferguson, Al Jackson, Christie Buchele, Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald, and Mo Vida headline a stacked showcase delivering wall-to-wall laughs. No openers. No filler. Just top-tier stand-up at Golden’s premier comedy venue. More information
Location:
Gnarly's
1224 Washington Avenue (Map)
The Golden Word - 03/06/26
Live Music for Friday, Mar. 6th
- 7PM Face Vocal Band @ Buffalo Rose (main venue)
- 5:30-8:30PM Derek Hall @ Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage)
- More Live Music
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
6:30PM Charlie Mellinger @ Goosetown Station
6:30-8:30PM Country Promenade @ Etta Jeanne
7PM Karaoke @ Wrigley’s
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: State of the City: A Tradition
Mike Bestor's staff surprised him with an unsanctioned Informer cover
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11 Years Ago
While searching for the start time of last night's State of the City meeting, I stumbled across the YouTube video of City Manager Mike Bestor's 2015 State of the City address. Mike was retiring that year after 18 years in that job.
I watched it as an interesting moment in Golden history, but I had forgotten how very funny he is. I wish he had moved on to a career in stand-up (maybe we could get him for next year's Comedy Festival). Highly recommended viewing.
He listed the progress the City had made during his tenure:
- Successful renewal of Golden's historic downtown
- Water reserves that make us "practically drought-proof"
- Solid financial shape with virtually no unfunded liabilities
- Infrastructure in great shape
- Held off the beltway that other cities wanted to route through Golden
- Built a golf course, a community center, and a kayak course
- Established a creek management program that prohibited glass, alcohol, and unleashed dogs
He also introduced his team, one by one, providing characteristic insights into their management accomplishments and styles
- Communications Manager Karlyn Tilley (6 years with the City)
Who surprised him by putting him on the cover of the Informer - Police Chief Bill Kilpatrick (26 years)
Saved a child from the raging waters of Clear Creek
Voted National Best-Dressed Police Chief 8 years in a row - Planning Director Steve Glueck (25 years)
He's like watching a blender without a top
Sometimes the voices in his head come up with awesome ideas—it's like getting two employees for the price of one - Parks & Rec Director Rob Tarullo (11 years)
Got a grant to build a trail out to Tony Grampsas park
Was put in charge of making the vending machines "healthy," which he accomplished by putting magnifying glass on the front of the machines, so Halloween-sized candy bars appear to be full-sized - Finance Director Jeff Hanson (13 years)
Might be getting soft - he's actually listening to budget requests before saying no - City Clear Susan Brooks (36 years)
Has attended almost every City Council meeting in that time - Fire Chief John Bales (15 years)
Effective use of volunteer firefighters from other towns, who like working in Golden because we get a wide variety of calls (including swift water) and we have great equipment - Human Resources Teresa Reilly (19 years)
Great succession program with lots of training for emerging leaders - Mike's Administrative Assistant Denise Hecht (15 years)
She's great for accepting the blame for everything Mike does - Public Works Director Dan Hartman (27 years)
About to rebuild the Hwy 6 and 19th Street intersection...which will back up traffic from Boulder to Denver ("why do you think I'm retiring?")
He praised the City's 200 full time and 300 part time employees, who were so dedicated to the mission of making Golden a great place to live, work, and play.
Weather
Overnight: Rain and snow. Cloudy. Low around 33, with temperatures rising to around 38 overnight. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.
Friday: Snow. Cloudy. High near 34, with temperatures falling to around 31 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 5 to 9 inches possible.
Friday Night: Snow likely before 11pm. Mostly cloudy. Low around 19, with temperatures rising to around 23 overnight. Northwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of around one inch possible.
Friday Night: Light Snow Likely then Mostly Cloudy, 19°F
Saturday: Sunny, 50°F
Saturday Night: Mostly Clear, 32°F
Sunday: Sunny, 63°F
Sunday Night: Mostly Clear, 39°F
Monday: Sunny, 68°F
Monday Night: Mostly Clear, 41°F
Tuesday: Sunny, 68°F
Tuesday Night: Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Cloudy, 38°F
Wednesday: Sunny, 61°F
Wednesday Night: Mostly Clear, 42°F
Thursday: Sunny, 68°F
News About Golden - March 6, 2026
Holidaily Brewing Company expands distribution into Utah
By Holidaily Brewing Company
Utah Business
GOLDEN, Colo. — Holidaily Brewing Company, the best-selling, dedicated gluten-free brewery in the United States, is proud to announce its expansion into the Utah market. Holidaily’s award-winning beers are now available at select retailers and on-premise locations in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas... Read more...
Golden comedy festival ‘a win for everybody,’ attendees say
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Even with a few days left in the inaugural Golden Comfort and Comedy Festival, organizers and participants alike believe it’s been a great success.
In fact, organizers are confident the festival will return next winter... Read more...
Both Mines basketball teams fall in RMAC quarterfinals
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Although many college teams across the country have caught a case of March madness, the basketball season is over for the Colorado School of Mines Orediggers... Read more...
Peter Aaen named Dean of Energy and Materials Programs
By Jasmine Leonas
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Peter Aaen has been named Dean of Energy and Materials Programs at Colorado School of Mines. Aaen joined Mines in 2019 to lead the Electrical Engineering Department. He began the appointment as Energy and Materials dean Dec. 1 after serving as interim dean since May... Read more...
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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
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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, Marge Frueh. Nannette Johnson, Edgar Walker, Bivy Beer Bar, and Nancy Cooper
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, Chris Toney, and Alicia Zimmerman
