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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Friday, Oct. 16th
- All day - Friday Tours
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Stories Worth Telling Film Festival
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - Golden History Tours
- 10AM-12PM - Rocky Mountain Quilt Study Group
- 10:15-10:45AM - Toddler Time - Registration Required
- 10:30AM-12:30PM - Cherokee Basket Weaving
- 6PM - Lavender Nights
- 6:30-9:30PM - The Talking Dead - An Interactive Pub Crawl
- 7:30PM - Good Night, Oscar
- 7:30-10PM - Drag Bingo - Witch House
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
Stories Worth Telling Festival @ The Mountaineering Center
In its fourth year, bringing filmmakers, artists, and the community together in downtown Golden to celebrate the human experience through storytelling. The festival will screen 20 documentary, adventure, and human-centered films, along with filmmaker conversations, special guests, and community events.
Featured films
- Cheyenne (Friday night feature): Follows a group of fearless cowgirls competing on the rodeo circuit after nearly a century of women being excluded from bronco riding.
- FORWARD (Saturday afternoon): Follows Clay March, a young man with cerebral palsy whose passion for skiing, surfing, and the outdoors shows what accessible adventure can look like.
- Mountains of the Moon (Saturday night closer): Artist and skier Chris Benchetler’s film, set to the music of the Grateful Dead and shot almost entirely at night.
- Jail Time Records (Sunday afternoon): Profiles the first prison recording studio on the African continent and three incarcerated artists who use music for expression and connection.
Friday evening kicks off with an opening-night celebration, Saturday is the main programming day, and Sunday closes the weekend with adventure-focused programming. Attendees can also enjoy craft drinks, local food, and conversation with fellow storytellers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Stories Worth Telling is a Colorado-based nonprofit built on four values: compassion, innovation, adventure, and community.
Tickets: All-access passes are $100, and individual tickets start at $12. Buy tickets or visit the festival website for the full film list.
Location:
American Mountaineering Center @ Clayworks
710 10th st
Golden Co 80401
10:30AM-12:30PM Cherokee Basket Weaving @ Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus
Discover the art of basket weaving in this engaging workshop where you’ll learn to start, shape, and finish your very own basket using natural and dyed round reed. Sourced from the core of the rattan vine, these flexible reeds are perfect for crafting, as they bend easily and rarely break.
Be prepared to get your hands wet as you craft a meaningful piece to take home! Experience the rich tradition of Oklahoma-style Cherokee basket weaving and leave with a beautiful start to your handmade creation. All materials included! More information
Location:
Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus
809 15th Street (Map)
10:30AM and 1:30PM Friday Tours @ Colorado Railroad Museum
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)
6PM Lavender Nights @ Buffalo Rose
The Lavender Nights Gala is a special event dedicated to raising awareness and support for The Naloxone Project’s mission. The evening will bring together healthcare professionals, community leaders, and mission-driven organizations to celebrate progress, foster connections, and inspire action in the fight against the opioid crisis. The event will feature a silent auction, live music, impactful mission moments, and a keynote address focused on sustainable solutions to the opioid epidemic. More information
Location:
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
The Golden Word - 10/16/26
Live Music for Friday, Oct. 16th
- More Live Music
5-8PM Creekbed @ Coda Brewing
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
5:30-8:30PM Andy Eppler @ Barrels and Bottles
6-10PM Live Music @ Wrigley’s
6:30-9:30PM Jakarta @ Goosetown Station
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: "A manager without money to spend can’t be expected to earn his salary."
Colorado Transcript – October 9, 1947
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79 Years Ago
The October 16, 1947 Colorado Transcript announced a big change in Golden’s form of government. We were moving from a “strong mayor” form of government for a “strong city manager” form of government.
Since the City was formed in 1859, management had been in the hands of a small council of elected officials while the work was handled by part-time employees. That was about to change.
The City’s population was growing quickly during the 1940s, (from 3,175 in 1940 to 5,238 in 1950), and some community members thought it was time to hire a full-time administrator–a City Manager. Those who favored this idea said that citizens would have better customer service–there would always be someone on hand at City Hall, ready to solve the citizens’ problems.
Those who opposed it objected to the expense of a salary. They also felt that a paid City Manager would spend his time thinking of improvements that would cost money. Golden had operated on a pay-as-you-go basis throughout the Depression and World War II. There were many things around town that could stand an upgrade, but we weren’t in debt!
If Golden is going to have a manager, prepare to vote for bonds. For a manager without money to spend can’t be expected to earn his salary.
Colorado Transcript – October 9, 1947
In the weeks leading up to the election, there were many articles and letters to the editor debating the issue. Based on the content of those letters, I would have expected the proposal to fail. Instead, with a small turn-out and a narrow margin, we voted to hire a manager.
With a population now exceeding 20,000, Golden certainly needs a city manager. The curmudgeons of old weren’t wrong about the expense of salaries and the propensity to incur debt though! If I'm reading the budget correctly, we spend over $40 million/year on salaries and benefits for City employees and $8.4 million/year "servicing" our debt.
Weather
Overnight: Mostly clear, with a low around 33. South wind around 3 mph.
Friday: Sunny. High near 58, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. South wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Clear. Low around 42, with temperatures rising to around 45 overnight. West southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Friday Night: Clear, 42°F
Saturday: Sunny, 77°F
Saturday Night: Mostly Clear, 49°F
Sunday: Mostly Sunny, 74°F
Sunday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 48°F
Monday: Sunny, 70°F
Monday Night: Mostly Clear, 48°F
Tuesday: Sunny, 74°F
Tuesday Night: Mostly Clear, 52°F
Wednesday: Sunny, 76°F
Wednesday Night: Partly Cloudy, 54°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny, 75°F
News About Golden - October 16, 2026
CoorsTek’s Golden headquarters now open
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
After years of planning, rezoning approvals, and construction, CoorsTek has returned home.
The company has opened its new global headquarters at 800 Ford St. in downtown Golden... Read more...
Golden approves $18,000 for city manager search
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
In less than three months, Golden officials are hoping to announce a new city manager.
The city has officially hired an outside recruiter, Texas-based firm SGR, to facilitate the search and hiring process, including contract negotiations... Read more...
Golden City Council leaning against keeping Flock cameras
By Matt Kyle
Denver Gazette
Members of the Golden City Council expressed concerns about the ethics of Flock camerasduring a discussion Tuesday about whether or not the city should get rid of them... Read more...
Golden’s PlanetiQ launches GNOMES-10 atmospheric monitoring satellite
ColoradoBiz
Golden-based PlanetiQ launched its GNOMES-10 satellite Oct. 1, expanding its constellation that collects atmospheric and ionospheric data for weather forecasting and other applications... Read more...
Peek inside the new USGS and Mines research facility in Golden
By Tim Meyer
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Get a first look inside the new U.S. Geological Survey Energy and Minerals Research Facility on the Colorado School of Mines campus. The building is expected to be complete in early 2027 and will be home to researchers from Mines and USGS... Read more...
Angel Abbud-Madrid named The Angel Family Foundation Chair in Space Resources
By Jasmine Leonas
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Angel Abbud-Madrid, professor of practice and director of the Space Resources Program, has been named The Angel Family Foundation Chair for Space Resources at Colorado School of Mines, the inaugural faculty member to hold the position... 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, 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, in memory of Marjorie Sloan, Chris and Joyce Davell, 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, Robert Thresher, Tonie Mattox, Steve & M.L. Richardson, Jeremy & Stephanie Keller, AC Development, Golden PT & Pilates, Frank Young & Terre Deegan-Young, Mary Eiberger, and Jonathan Landman & Bonnie Vangilder
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, Karen Oxman, Catherine Skokan, Ross Fraser & KC Gilliland, Lynne Haigh, Elizabeth Hilliard, Kathy Hirons & Jack Markin, Jess & Anthony Monasterio, Heather Duncan, Lee Ann & Pete Horneck, Carol Cameron, Cheryl Williamson, San Daugherty, 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, Sam & Marilyn Baron, Carmen Johnson, 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, Edgar Walker, Bivy Beer Bar, Nancy Cooper, Jane & Mike Templeton, Vicki Greivel, Kim McDonough, Carie Chimbel, Peggy Brochtrup, Cindy & Matt Finley, Kelly Fry, Esther Kettering, Tom & Susan Roberts, Vicki Greivel, GoGood Golden, Sandra Dallas, Nanette Johnson, and Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch
Followers:
($5-9.99/month or $55/year)
Golden Community Garden, Lora Haimes, Mariane Erickson, J.J. Fraser, Steve Stevens, Vicki Olson, Emily Kurzinski, Peyton Gibson, Sally Berger, Kristen Morgan, Joyce Sutton, Mary Rains, Craig Champlin, Stan Swisher, Bill Way, Chris Toney, Alicia Zimmerman, Tamara Feucht, Golden Brokers, Diane Tiberi, Cathy Larocca, Dave Cole, and Rachael Kenney-Reid
