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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Friday, May. 15th
- All day - The Friday Tour
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Featherweight FUN
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - 9AM and 1PM Colorado School of Mines 2026 Undergraduate Spring Commencement
- All day - Golden Sports
- 9AM-1PM - Car Seat Check Up
- 9:30-10:30AM - Rooftop Yoga
- 10AM-12PM - Rocky Mountain Quilt Study Group
- 10:15-10:45AM - Toddler Time - Registration Required
- 5PM - Colorado School of Mines 2026 Graduate Spring Commencement
- 6-9:30PM - IF4: Fly Fishing Film Festival
- 6-8PM - Teen After Hours: Zen Doodles
- 7:30PM - Pump Boys and Dinettes
- 8PM - Drag Bingo - Naughty Neighbors
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
9AM-1PM Car Seat Check Up @ Golden Fire Station #1
Ensure that your car seat is fitted properly to keep your loved ones safe for free from your local firefighters. No registration is required.
Location:
Golden Fire Station #1
911 10th Street (Map)
When:
9AM-1PM on Friday, May. 15th
9AM and 1PM Colorado School of Mines 2026 Undergraduate Spring Commencement @ Colorado School of Mines
For more information, go to commencement.mines.edu.
Location:
Colorado School of Mines
Lockridge Arena (Map)
Featherweight FUN @ Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
Does your Featherweight need a tune up? Do you know how to take care of all the basic maintenance and keep your Singer 221, 222 or 301 purring along? This is an opportunity to get your maintenance done and learn how to keep your Featherweight out of the shop and identify the times when professional repair may be necessary. By the end of the 1 hour session, your machine will have received an examination for problems, a complete yearly machine service including interior cleaning, proper lubrication, and adjustments as required. BEST THING? YOU will have acquired the knowledge, materials, and confidence to maintain your own machine in the future!! More information
Location:
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
200 Violet Street (Map)
10:30AM and 1:30PM The Friday Tour @ Colorado Railroad Museum
10-11:30 Museum Highlights
1:30-2:30 Galloping Goose
Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after the tour. Learn more and buy tickets
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
5PM Colorado School of Mines 2026 Graduate Spring Commencement @ Colorado School of Mines
For more information, go to commencement.mines.edu.
Location:
Colorado School of Mines
Lockridge Arena (Map)
6-8PM Teen After Hours: Zen Doodles @ Golden Library
Are you stressed out about school or work? Do you want to try a creative outlet that's quick to learn and unlocks infinite designs? Explore a fun way to relax with Zen doodling! By practicing mindfulness while drawing, we can channel our own energy into something dynamic and calming. Teens will learn a few simple Zen doodling patterns and techniques, then try their own original designs. No drawing experience is necessary. Only teens in grades 6 – 12 are allowed into this program. Please respect this age limit for safety and to encourage peer learning. More information.
Location:
Golden Library
1019 10th Street (Map)
6-9:30PM IF4: Fly Fishing Film Festival @ Colorado Mountain Club
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4) is a curated collection of world-class films and cinematic storytelling from independent fly-fishing filmmakers around the world. Each year, IF4 brings together powerful stories that capture the heart, soul, and adventure of fly fishing. More than a film festival, IF4 is an unforgettable night of culture, connection, and stoke for the global fly-fishing community. Tickets
Location:
Colorado Mountain Club
15605 W 32nd Avenue (Map)
The Golden Word - 05/15/26
Live Music for Friday, May. 15th
- 8PM 6 Million Dollar Band @ Buffalo Rose (main venue)
- More Live Music
5-8PM Matt Wetherbee @ Coda Brewing
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
6-8PM DJ Set by Wes @ Etta Jeanne
6-10PM Jewel & The Rough @ Wrigley’s
6:30-9:30PM Big Hooray Bluegrass @ Goosetown Station
7PM Karaoke @ Wrigley’s
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: The Old Pennsylvania House
"Goosetown" neighborhood in the 1882 Birdseye View Map of Golden - enlarge
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96 Years Ago
The May 15, 1930 Colorado Transcript reported that the Golden Fire department had saved the old Pennsylvania House hotel from fire twice within ten hours. It was thought that "tramps or children who broke into the building" had set the fires.
The Pennsylvania was one of several old frame hotels in the Goosetown neighborhood. It was located at 128 Depot Street (map). I searched through old Transcripts to learn more about the business, and most of what I found was unsavory.
August, 1882
Too much firewater after the Saturday visit of the paycar caused the arrest of four well known railroad boys and the subsequent binding over to the district court. They took forcible possession of the Pennsylvania house and set-em-up to all comers despite the objections of the owners, who estimated their injury at three hundred dollars, not even allowing a rebate for the two or more bushels of rocks which the hilarious railroaders had heaved through the windows.
February, 1883
A man by the name of A. R. Russell who keeps the Pennsylvania house, near the freight depot, was arrested on a charge of arson–setting fire to his house
June 24, 1885
Sheriff John Nicholls returned on Sunday last from Carrolton, Missouri, having in custody Enoch Lynch, against whom the grand jury of this county found a true bill in 1881 for the murder of David Buffmeyer, at the Pennsylvania House in this city.... It will be remembered that the homicide occurred about the 20th of February, 1881, during a row at the Pennsylvania house, in this city. Lynch was an engineer at the smelting works, and decamped immediately after the murder, and at the following term of the District Court he was indicted by the grand jury.
September, 1896
During the storm last Thursday afternoon lightning struck the Pennsylvania House tearing out considerable of the front of the building. No one was injured.
April, 1915
Carrying out the threat she had often made, Mrs. Henry Deublebeis, an aged Golden woman, committed suicide Monday afternoon in a bathtub at her home in the old Pennsylvania house in East Golden. Mrs. Deublebeis had evidently crawled into the tub with the intention of drowning herself, but according to testimony at the coroner’s inquest yesterday her weakened condition caused heart failure when her body became immersed in the ice-cold water. Mrs. Deublebeis had been in poor health for some months, and often told her neighbors that if she was strong enough she would walk to the nearest pond and drown herself.
November, 1915
All day Tuesday and a half day of Monday were occupied in district court in the trial of Tom Linn charged with criminal assault. Wm. Seeley charging that his 14-year-old daughter was the victim…. Henry Deubelbeis, who formerly conducted the Pennsylvania house, was also to be tried for aiding and abetting the alleged crime.
January, 1919
Thomas Mulrooney, aged 61, fell dead of heart disease Sunday morning at his room in the Pennsylvania house.
Classified Ad, June 18, 1925
Board and room at the Pennsylvania House, 128 Depot St.
Classified Ads, March 22, 1928
14 room house, 128 Depot St., Golden. Sell cheap or trade for Denver.
12 rooms, 128 Depot St. Rent $15
August, 1928
Fire Chief William Webster and Assistant Fire Chief Wm. Harvey presented an ash pit report in which they stated that they visited 578 properties and only found sixteen that did not have ash pits or metal containers. They pointed out that the Golden House, the Pennsylvania House and the old Palmer house were fire hazards.
Classified Ad, March 13, 1930
For Sale - 14 room house at 128 Depot St., Golden. Sacrifice for $1750, easy terms.
Classified Ad, July 17, 1930
Will sell lumber in Old Pennsylvania House at 128 Depot St., Golden, for $100.
Weather
Overnight: Clear. Low around 56, with temperatures rising to around 60 overnight. West southwest wind around 7 mph.
Friday: Sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy. Low around 57, with temperatures rising to around 61 overnight. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.
Friday Night: Partly Cloudy, 57°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 78°F
Saturday Night: Partly Cloudy, 54°F
Sunday: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 74°F
Sunday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms, 46°F
Monday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 50°F
Monday Night: Rain And Snow Showers Likely, 35°F
Tuesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 55°F
Tuesday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 39°F
Wednesday: Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 64°F
Wednesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 45°F
Thursday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 72°F
News About Golden - May 15, 2026
CITY OF GOLDEN ANNOUNCES TWO FINAL CANDIDATES FOR POLICE CHIEF POSITION
City of Golden
The City of Golden continues to move forward in its search for the next Chief of Police and has identified two final candidates who will advance in the process.
As part of the final selection process, community members are invited to attend a public meet-and-greet event with the candidates on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 5 p.m. at the Golden Community Center (1470 10th Street, Golden)... Read more...
Golden announces two finalists for Police Chief position
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Two finalists are vying to be Golden’s next police chief, the city announced May 14... Read more...
South Table Mountain’s newest multi-use trail opens May 26
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Those visiting South Table Mountain this summer will have a new trail to walk, run and ride on.
Jeffco Parks & Open Space has announced the T-Rex Tooth Trail is officially opening May 26 after being under construction since early September... Read more...
Golden Civic Foundation grants ‘make a world of difference’
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
In some ways, the Golden community is like a self-supporting bridge: Every piece holds up another, and in doing so, holds up both itself and the larger whole.
That’s how Golden Civic Foundation’s annual grants cycle seems to work... Read more...
Colorado School of Mines celebrates Spring 2026 Undergraduate Commencement
By Jasmine Leonas
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Colorado School of Mines celebrated its Spring 2026 Undergraduate Commencement on May 14 and 15, conferring a total of 1,162 bachelor’s degrees during four ceremonies at Lockridge Arena... Read more...
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Sponsors:
($100/month or $1,175/year)
Buffalo Rose, Buglet Battery, Foothills Art Center, Golden Cultural Alliance, Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, The Golden Mill, Golden Chamber of Commerce, Golden History Tours, Miners Saloon, Clothilde Elingbow, Michael Mason, Earth Sweet Boutique, and Colorado Railroad Museum
Friends:
($50-99.99/month or $575/yr)
Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, 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, Unite Fitness, and Joy Brandt
Supporters:
($25-49.99/month or $285/yr)
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, Jeremy & Stephanie Keller, AC Development, and Golden PT & Pilates
Members:
($10-24.99/month or $115/yr)
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, 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, Nancy Cooper, Jane & Mike Templeton, and Vicki Greivel
Followers:
($5-9.99/month or $55/year)
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, Alicia Zimmerman, Tamara Feucht, and Carie Chimbel
