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What's Happening in Golden - Saturday, Apr. 26th, 2025

News and events in Golden, Colorado. Saturday, Apr. 26th, 2025

,   and  Barb Warden
12 min read
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Springtime Downtown

Photo by Richard Luckin
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What's happening in Golden today?

Events for Saturday, Apr. 26th

Golden History Tours

For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar

9AM-1PM Marv Kay Day @ Golden Community Center

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of an important figure in Golden's history with Marv Kay Day at the Golden Community Center. 

Enjoy free admission and explore all the amazing programs and services our center offers. We'll have exciting activities for everyone, including a preschool open house, live Zumba and dance demonstrations, a captivating history of Golden presentation, and a pottery demonstration. Meet our personal trainers, learn about aquatics and water safety, and explore the birthday party room. Plus, the Golden Fire Department and Streets Department will be on-site with their trucks, offering kids a unique opportunity to climb aboard and learn about these vital community services. 

This is a perfect opportunity to experience the Golden Community Center's diverse program offerings and enjoy a day of free, family-friendly fun. This event is provided in partnership with the Golden Civic Foundation. 

Event Schedule

9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. – RECREATION CENTER EXPO
Lobby
Stop by our tables to learn about Golden Recreation Center hours, pricing, personal training, aquatics safety, services, and programs—plus get answers to your parking questions, explore sustainability efforts, and much more! And don’t forget to grab some snacks while you’re there.

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.            
PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Preschool Rooms, North Wing
Tour the preschool facilities and meet the staff to learn more about the programs available for your little one.

9:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. –    KIDS’ TIME
Snapology Demonstration – Ages 4-12
Child Watch Room
Snapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math).

Amazing Athletes  -  Ages 4-12
Lions Park
At Amazing Athletes, uses sports as a catalyst to empower kids to discover their inner strength and athletic abilities.

 Let's Party at the GCC!
Windy Saddle Room
Come see what a birthday party looks like at the Golden Community Center! Explore party options and set-ups, and play some games. Enjoy cupcakes while supplies last.

10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.           
BIG TRUCKS!
GCC Parking Lot
Come check out the big trucks for kids to explore and meet the heroes who drive them!

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.            
Front Porch Open House
Front Porch, Upstairs
Visit the Front Porch area for an open house to explore the space and its offerings for adults 55 plus.

9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.               
Dance Demonstration – 3 years old and above
South Table Room
Learn a few dance moves and get information on Golden’s Community Center Dance programs.

9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.            
Zumba – 10 years old and above
East Side Gym
Join us for a high-energy Zumba class demonstration—an upbeat, dance-based workout that blends Latin and international rhythms for a fun, full-body cardio experience! Open to ages 10 and up, no experience needed.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.       
The History of Golden – by City Councilor Paul Haseman
Bear Creek Room, Upstairs
Join Paul Haseman for a fascinating presentation on the rich history of Golden.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.           
Pottery Demonstration – 3- to 7-year-olds
Pottery Room, North Wing
Watch a pottery demonstration specifically for children aged 3 to 7 and get hands-on with some clay!
 
More information

Location:

Golden Community Center
1470 10th Street   (Map)

When:

9AM-1PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

10AM-3PM Small Wonders Weekend @ Colorado Railroad Museum

At this celebration of toy trains and scale model railroading, guests will “marvel at the minis” while exploring the Museum’s impressive small-scale railroads, including the extensive on-site layouts operated by the Denver Garden Railway Society and the Denver HO Model Railroad Club.

For this special weekend, the High Plains 3 Railers will set up a modular O gauge layout in the Museum Pavilion, bringing even more miniature trains to life. This means there will be O gauge, HO, and G gauge trains in operation all weekend long! Both days, there will be opportunities for guests (under supervision) to participate in actually operating trains on the Garden Railroad layout! And, live operators will staff the HO model railroad layout in the Museum Depot basement both days, allowing guests to see the entire layout in action and to ask questions.

As an added bonus, the Museum will be offering rides with one of their steam-powered locomotives today!

Tickets

Location:

Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue   (Map)

When:

10AM-3PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

10AM-2PM Bison Pies for Gardens @ Genesee Park North Bison Pasture

Join us to collect your own bucket of the BEST fertilizer available--Bison Pies

Drive Thru and Take Out Pies

Bring a shovel, bucket, and gloves--Personal Use Only. Take home what you need, we'll have some helpers on hand and some lawn and leaf bags if you need one.

More information

Location:

Genesee Park North Bison Pasture
27661 Stapleton Drive   (Map)

When:

10AM-2PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

11AM-1PM Arbor Day with the City of Golden @ Golden Cemetery

Join us in celebrating Arbor Day with the City of Golden’s Forestry staff.

This free, family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity for tree lovers of all ages to connect with nature and learn from Golden’s certified arborists. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting to explore the world of trees, you'll gain valuable insights into tree care, take a self-guided tour through our tree nursery and over 1,000 mature trees, and even take home a free seedling (while supplies last).

Golden’s Forestry department plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our city’s urban forest, ensuring a healthy and sustainable tree canopy for generations to come. At this year's Arbor Day celebration, you’ll get a firsthand look at their work, including a live tree planting demonstration at noon. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the trees that make Golden such a beautiful place to live—join us, get your tree care questions answered, and be part of growing a greener future!

More information 

Location:

Golden Cemetery
755 Ulysses Street   (Map)

When:

11AM-1PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

1PM Earth Month Celebration: Double Film Screening @ Green Center

Join CEFF for an inspiring Earth Day event featuring two powerful environmental films:

Peaks to Prairie - In Boulder County, an ambitious initiative harnesses the power of nature to combat climate challenges in the peaks and prairie ecosystem.

Common Ground - This eye-opening film explores the regenerative farming movement and its potential to heal the soil, reverse climate change, and restore human health. 

More information

Location:

Green Center
924 16th St   (Map)

When:

1PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

5-7PM Testicle Festival @ VFW Post 4171

  • $13.00/plate
  • Food - Drinks - Fun & Raffles
  • Raffle Tickets $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00
  • More information

Location:

VFW Post 4171
15625 W. 10th Avenue   (Map)

When:

5-7PM on Saturday, Apr. 26th

Live Music for Saturday, Apr. 26th

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8PM Rubber Souls @ Buffalo Rose (main venue)

5:30-8:30PM Ross Henderson @ Buffalo Rose
Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage)

  • More Live Music
    1PM     Hornbuckle Band @ Dirty Dogs Roadhouse
    5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom6PM Hillbilly Demons @ Dirty Dogs Roadhouse6-9PM Rolling Harvest @ Goosetown Station
    6PM Saved By Aliens @ Over Yonder
    9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern

For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar

Golden History: How to Use a Mountain (NTM)

North Table Mountain - Photo by Bud Rockhill
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A reader asked me to describe “past uses of North Table Mountain.” I searched through 150 years of Colorado Transcripts to find the answers and can say that the uses have not been many or varied.

The Easley Farm and Orchard - Golden History Museum Collection

The first business I found was ranching. An 1868 Transcript said the whole of the top of North Table Mountain was a stock ranch. “They have splendid feed, plenty of pure spring water, and altogether one of the best stock ranches in the country.” Later years describe multiple ranches on both the top and the slopes of the mountain. The sides of the mountain supported small farms and orchards.

In 1882 there was a brief flurry of excitement as traces of silver and gold ore were discovered, but the nascent mines quickly played out.

In the 1890s, Henry Koch established Table Mountain Park (later renamed “Cliff Springs”). The was located near where the Railroad Museum is now. The park offered a number of pavilions, food and drink, a bowling alley, dancing hall, and target shooting.

Pond on North Table Mountain - Photo by Nancy Torpey

There were many references over the years to the plentiful water available on North Table Mountains. Natural springs abounded. In fact, at one point people were discussing the feasibility of creating a sort of reservoir on the south side of the mountain. The plan was to drill a shaft down through the mountain and let it hold water until needed. It would be tapped as needed from the bottom of the shaft, at the base of the mountain.

Possibly because of that high water content, the sides of the mountain had a tendency to slip down. Since the railroad ran along the base of the mountain, this slippage caused a recurring problem. Crews of men frequently needed to fend off the mud and rocks and at least once, the tracks had to be moved away from the mountain.

Southeast quarry on North Table Mountain - Provided by Donna Anderson

Beginning in about 1900, there were stone quarries, first on the southeast corner of the mountain and later on the west side, near Highway 93.

In 1922 (during Prohibition), the county sheriff discovered an illicit brewery. The brewer stated that he made about 45 bottles of beer every week, but said it was all for personal use. In 1939, the new History Museum reported having a mold for making counterfeit silver dollars, which had been found on North Table Mountain.

In 1939, a man who was described as the sole rancher on North Table Mountain (and a convicted murderer), shot at three local boys who were hunting on the mountain (and hit two of them).

Post-World War II housing on North Table Mountain – Click to enlarge

North Table Mountain’s most lasting industry has been real estate sales. After World War II, Golden had a housing explosion. The Plateau Heights subdivision was laid out in 1956. The North Table Mountain subdivision followed in 1961, North Golden Edge in 1964, and several others, including Mesa Meadows, followed.

In 1991 the top of the mesa was preserved from future development when it became part of Jefferson County Open Space.

Weather

Overnight's Weather

Overnight: Areas of fog and a chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. North wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Saturday's Weather

Saturday: Areas of fog before 9am, then a chance of rain showers between noon and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. East southeast wind 2 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday Night's Weather

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 47. South southwest wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.

Saturday Night: Partly Cloudy, 47°F

Sunday: Sunny, 76°F

Sunday Night: Partly Cloudy, 43°F

Monday: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 63°F

Monday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 40°F

Tuesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers, 63°F

Tuesday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 43°F

Wednesday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers, 68°F

Wednesday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 45°F

Thursday: Rain Showers Likely, 60°F

Thursday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 44°F

Friday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers, 69°F

News About Golden - April 26, 2025

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Two Mines students honored with Goldwater Scholarships

By Jasmine Leonas
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom

Two students at Colorado School of Mines have been awarded a 2025-26 Goldwater Scholarship, one of the most prestigious STEM scholarships for undergraduate students in the U.S.

Caitlyn Castellion, a sophomore majoring in chemistry, and Marco Salgado, a junior majoring in chemical engineering, were among the 441 students chosen nationwide for the award... Read more...

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