View from the North
By Scott Wilson
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Monday, Sep. 15th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden History Tours
- 10:15-10:45AM - Let's Dance - Registration Required
- 12-12:30PM - Mondays with the Mayor
- 1-2:30PM - Microsoft Word: Basics
- 2-3PM - Virtual: Active Minds Monday
- 4-7PM - Tutoring with Colorado School of Mines
- 5:30-7PM - Downtown Development Authority Meeting
- 5:30-7:30PM - The Fundamental Principles of Art
- 6-9PM - Teach Me to Play! Mondays
- 6:30PM - Movement Monday Running Club
- 7-9PM - Golden Concert Choir
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
5:30-7PM Downtown Development Authority Meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers
- Meeting Agenda
- Watch the meeting streaming live starting at 5:30PM
- Attend the meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers - 911 10th Street - (map)
- Send comments on any of the following topics to dda@cityofgolden.net
- Provide in-person comment during the meeting, at 5:30PM.
Tonight's Topics:
- Grant request from Atomic Cowboy - they wanted a grant to defray expenses of building an entryway for the doorway that opens into Miners Alley. It's not certain that such a project would be approved by the Planning department and/or the Planning Commission. The DDA will probably suggest that they resubmit their grant request after the City has indicated that they would approve the addition.
- AlphaGraphics is moving from their location on Miners Alley (where they have been since the 1970s) into the Arapahoe Street building that includes Earth Sweet Botanicals. They are requesting grant assistance for move-related expenses such as electrical upgrades and new signage.
- Humble House recently upgraded their patio at a cost of $37,136. They are now requesting $18,568 to help defray the expense. The grants subcommittee has some hesitation about this grant, because 1) the request should be made before the work is done, and 2) DDA policy calls for at least two estimates for the work.
- They will once again discuss the parking lot north of 12th Street and west of Miners Alley. Some DDA members and city staff want to convert this property from a parking lot into a "plaza." At first they proposed calling it a "Cultural Plaza" because of the presence of Foothills Art Center and Miners Alley Performing Arts Center. Foothills isn't particularly enthused about that plan. I'm not sure whether Miners Alley wants it. The board also discussed using the parking lot as a "common consumption area," where people would sit at tables and consume foods and beverages from any restaurant (or bring a picnic from home). The restaurants were not enthused about that idea.
This idea was brought to City Council twice. Council has twice rejected it because one of the most comment complaints they hear is lack of downtown parking. This project would take away about 35 parking spaces. Staff points out that there are usually available spaces in the downtown garages.
This time, the DDA plans to proceed "unless City Council raises significant objections."
Location:
City Hall Council Chambers
911 10th Street (Map)
2-3PM Virtual - Active Minds Monday: Scotland
At Jefferson County Public Library, we foster continuous learning and connections. Keep your minds engaged every Monday! Be sure to explore our website for additional weekly event options, including call-ins and livestreams.
Today’s theme: Scotland
The northernmost territory of Great Britain and the United Kingdom, Scotland has its own fierce national identity and deep historical ties with the United States due to centuries of Scottish emigration. The future of Scotland is uncertain, however, given the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union and calls for second vote on independence (a first vote was narrowly defeated in 2014). Join Active Minds as we explore Scotland’s history, its current situation, and its uncertain future.
Save your spot for this Zoom program.
When:
2-3PM on Monday, Sep. 15th
Golden History: Campus Expansion
Property added to the Mines campus in 1927 – extract from photo Z-12056, Denver Public Library Western History Collection
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98 Years Ago
The September 15, 1927 Colorado Transcript reported that the School of Mines had purchased a house near the campus, with the option to purchase the entire block on which it was located–between 13th and 14th, Illinois and Maple.
The school plans no immediate expansion, according to President Coolbaugh, but it is best to be prepared for such emergencies, he contended. The legislature is making no provision for Mines buildings, but eventually it will be necessary for the school to expand and Dr. Coolbaugh is preparing for that time by taking an option on the most desirable block available.
The article went on to list several offices that were being moved into the house, including the English and Economics departments, the Oredigger (school newspaper) and Prospector (yearbook). One room was going to be used as a laboratory for the geology department.
Ten years later, in 1937, they demolished the house and outbuildings in preparation for constructing two new buildings–Steinhauer Field House and Volk Gymnasium.
Weather
Overnight: Mostly clear. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 56 overnight. West southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Monday: A slight chance of rain showers between noon and 3pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy. Low around 56, with temperatures rising to around 58 overnight. West southwest wind around 7 mph.
Monday Night: Partly Cloudy, 56°F
Tuesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 76°F
Tuesday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 53°F
Wednesday: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 67°F
Wednesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 49°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 70°F
Thursday Night: Mostly Clear, 50°F
Friday: Sunny, 75°F
Friday Night: Mostly Clear, 53°F
Saturday: Sunny, 81°F
Saturday Night: Partly Cloudy, 55°F
Sunday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 81°F
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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, Tom Reiley, Michael Mason, Colorado Railroad Museum, and Goosetown Station
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, 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, and Centennial State Wealth Advisors
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, and Mary Rains, 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, and Pam Logan
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, and Sally Berger
