Lookout Mountain School (from the Opposite Corner)
Photo by Patrick Klein (see yesterday's photo too)
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Monday, Sep. 29th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden History Tours
- 8AM - Municipal Court Criminal Arraignments
- 9:30-10:30AM - Fit and Energize Exercise Class
- 10:15-10:45AM - Let's Dance - Registration Required
- 12-12:30PM - Mondays with the Mayor
- 12-2PM - Ribbon Cutting: Old Crows Antiques
- 2-3PM - Virtual: Active Minds Monday
- 5:30PM - Mayoral Town Hall
- 5:30-7:30PM - The Fundamental Principles of Art
- 6-8PM - Jeffco School Board Candidate Forum
- 6-9PM - Teach Me to Play! Mondays
- 6:30PM - Movement Monday Running Club
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
What’s in Seed Along Golden’s Trails? Brickellia!
Figure 1. Left: “California Brickellbush” — Brickellia californica (Torr. & A. Gray) A. Gray, on North Table Mountain. Center: “False Boneset” — Brickellia eupatorioides (L.) Shinners. Right: “Tasselflower Brickellbush” — Brickellia grandiflora (Hook.) Nutt.
By Tom Schweich
I think we tend to focus on the showy flowers of the plant world. And in fact, we have many showy native flowers around Golden. On the other hand, there are many plants that do not have showy flowers, though some have seed heads that can be showy.
We have three different species of Brickellia that grow around Golden. None of them have particularly showy flowers but they all have attractive seed heads. The genus Brickellia is name to honor Dr. John Brickell (1749-1809), an early naturalist and physician of Georgia who came to the United States in 1770 from Ireland.
On the left of the photo above is “California Brickellbush” — Brickellia californica (Torr. & A. Gray) A. Gray. Our plant is widely distributed around the western United States, and I first saw it in the Mojave Desert mountains of California. Around Golden, it is common at the cliff bases of North and South Table Mountains, although it has also found its own way into my garden. Dr. Asa Gray gave it the name californica even though he was describing a collection made by Agustus Fendler (1847) near the Mora River in New Mexico.
In the middle is “False Boneset” — Brickellia eupatorioides (L.) Shinners. Linnaeus (1763) knew of this plant from collections made in Pennsylvania. It is widely distributed around the United States except for the far west and New England. The name "false boneset" comes from the plant's similar appearance to the “boneset” plant — Eupatorium perfoliatum L. — that is found in the eastern United States. Our plant has been found in nearly every Golden open space. While it can be hard to see in the field, the seed heads are very showy, and the plant is easiest to find when it is in seed.
Finally, on the right is “Tasselflower Brickellbush” — Brickellia grandiflora (Hook.) Nutt. — named for its flowers than hang down like tassels. Around Golden, our plant is found in Apex Gulch and around its mouth at Heritage Square. In the United States, it is found from the Rocky Mountain Front Range to the west.
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12-2PM Ribbon Cutting @ Old Crows Antiques
Celebrate the grand opening of Old Crows Antiques in Golden! There will be snacks and refreshments, a gift card raffle and door prizes. Learn more!
Location:
17120 W Colfax Ave (map)
Suite 106
Golden, CO 80401
near Home Depot
2-3PM Virtual: Active Minds Monday
Jefferson County Public Library believes we can always be connecting and learning. Keep your mind active every Monday!
Today’s theme: Marshall Plan
In the wake of World War II, the United States invested over $13 billion to help rebuild Western Europe. The Marshall Plan, as it came to be known, not only helped Europe and the world recover economically, but also served to strengthen post war alliances for the U.S., providing an important balance against Soviet power as the Cold War era began. Join Active Minds as we review this historic initiative and discuss its relevance in the world today.
Save your spot for this Zoom program.
5:30PM Mayoral Town Hall @ Shelton Elementary School
Foro comunitario de la alcaldia
Join Mayor Laura Weinberg for an in-person town hall where she will provide a brief update on key city initiatives and then open the floor for questions. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the mayor and share your thoughts on local issues. Can’t make this one? More Town Halls are to come in 2026!
We look forward to your participation!
Spanish translation will be available at these events.
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Únase a la alcaldesa Laura Weinberg para un foro comunitario en persona, donde brindará una breve actualización sobre las iniciativas clave de la ciudad y luego abrirá el espacio para preguntas. Esta es su oportunidad de escuchar directamente a la alcaldesa y compartir sus ideas sobre temas locales.
¿No puede asistir a este? ¡Habrá más foros comunitarios en 2026!
¡Esperamos su participación!
Habrá traducción al español en estos eventos.
Location:
420 Crawford St (map)
6-8PM Jeffco School Board Candidate Forum @ Jefferson Unitarian Church
Sponsored by the Jeffco League of Women Voters, Jeffco PTA, and Engage Jeffco
Can’t attend in person? Watch online via this link https://boxcast.tv/view/jeffco-school-board-candidate-forum-ajoddck8lryc7r8csey7
Spanish language interpretation provided. To access the live Spanish translation, call this number during the event: Phone number 720-707-2699 # (Passcode: 1234)
All candidates have been invited to attend this informative and engaging evening. Learn about each candidate’s platform and submit questions that matter most to you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make an informed decision before casting your vote.
Location:
Jefferson Unitarian Church
14350 W 32nd Ave (Map)
When:
6-8PM on Monday, Sep. 29th
Golden History: Changes at the Grocery Store
Koenig Groceries, occupied the store at 12th and Washington from 1884-1941– Golden History Museum Collection
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The Koenig family owned a grocery store in the Loveland Block for 54 years. Nick Koenig was born in Switzerland, grew up in Pennsylvania, and arrived in Golden in 1878. He was a partner in a dry goods store in the Opera House Block (now the Ace Hi Tavern) before buying the grocery business in 1884.
Mr. Koenig prospered and was a leading citizen, serving as school board member, alderman, and Mayor. He suffered a stroke in his office at the store in 1925 and died at his home on 12th Street a few days later. His family continued to operate the store until 1938.
87 Years Ago
The September 29, 1938 Colorado Transcript included an advertisement announcing the change of ownership at the venerable grocery store. Koenig’s Mercantile had been purchased by the Branch family, who renamed it the “Golden Mercantile.”
Weather
Overnight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. West wind around 8 mph.
Monday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 74, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. North northwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Monday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. West southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Monday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 53°F
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny, 78°F
Tuesday Night: Partly Cloudy, 54°F
Wednesday: Sunny, 79°F
Wednesday Night: Mostly Clear, 55°F
Thursday: Sunny, 82°F
Thursday Night: Mostly Clear, 56°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny, 81°F
Friday Night: Partly Cloudy, 52°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 75°F
Saturday Night: Partly Cloudy, 48°F
Sunday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 70°F
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