Very Early on a Summer Morning
Photo by Richard Luckin
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Saturday, Aug. 24th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - The Little Mermaid - MAPAC Children's Theater
- All day - Community Center CLOSED for Maintenance
- 8AM - Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
- 8AM-4PM - Be a Tool - Day of Service - Neighborhood Rehab Project
- 8AM-1PM - Golden Farmers Market
- 9AM - 5th Annual La Raza Run
- 9-10AM - Yoga in Parfet Park
- 9:15AM - $5 Yoga Class - Vinyasa Flow
- 9:30AM-12PM - Walk With a Geologist
- 10AM-3PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 10AM-2PM - Colorado Railroad Museum Volunteer Fair
- 10AM-3PM - Saturday Train Rides
- 10:15-10:45AM - Family Time
- 11AM-4PM - Sizzlin' Summer Open House
- 12-12:45PM - Kids Class: Nutrition 4 the Win!
- 2-6PM - Shakedown Street Market
- 4-5PM - (Virtual) Making Money Joyful - A Beyond-Budgeting Approach to Building Your Wealthy Life
- 4-5:30PM - State 38 Cocktail Class
- 4-5PM - Making Money Joyful - A Beyond-Budgeting Approach to Building Your Wealthy Life
- 5-8PM - Cajun Feast
- 7:30PM - School of Rock - The Musical
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
8AM-1PM Golden Farmers Market
Photo by Joyce Davell
The Golden Farmers Market is produced and managed by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization in Golden, Colorado. A long-standing tradition in the Golden community, we strive to contribute to the success of local food growers and producers, as well as other businesses, and create vibrant community gatherings. The revenue generated from vendor sales commission helps to cover market operating expenses and directly benefits small businesses and the economic development of the Golden Community.
The market is located at the corner of 10th and Illinois Streets - map.
We appreciate your support of the Golden Farmers Market and Colorado agriculture!
PARKING
Parking is more challenging this year, and tickets are now $100. See the Farmers Market website to find out where you can park.
10AM-2PM Volunteer Fair @ the Colorado Railroad Museum
Colorado’s most popular and comprehensive railroad museum is looking for volunteers! If you like the idea of helping guests learn about the fascinating and important roles that railroads have played (and continue to play!) in the history and development of the Centennial State, this opportunity is for YOU.
More information
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
5-8PM Cajun Feast @ the American Legion
Visit the American Legion Post tonight for a Cajun feast! You'll get shrimp; corn on the cob, potatoes, sausage, mushrooms, corn bread, red beans and rice. All for only $15
American Legion Post 21
500 9th Street (map)
Live Music for Saturday, Aug. 24th
- 5:30-8:30PM Ross Henderson @ Buffalo Rose
Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage) - 8PM Live Wire with Dolls in the Attic @ Buffalo Rose
Buffalo Rose (main venue) - More Live Music
4-8PM Trip Wire @Wrigley’s
5-8PM Live Music @ Eddy Taproom
6-8PM Nomad Neighbors @ Cannonball Creek
6-9PM Riding Carpets @ Goosetown Station
9PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Storm Damage
Railroad roundhouse (lower left-hand corner) with houses nearby
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113 Years Ago
The August 24, 1911 Colorado Transcript described a lightning storm and its tragic aftermath. A barn was struck by lightning and many valuable items in it burned.
The human toll was worse.
Elmer Benson was panning gold in the creek bottoms when the storm came up. He had just picked up his tools and started home when a terrific flash of lightning came. He was rendered unconscious, and does not know how long he lay on the ground in the deluge of rain. When he came to himself one tooth was gone and his face was severely cut. It is believed his injuries were caused by the fall.
Worst of all, a baby died.
The baby was the three days old infant of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, living near the round house. It is stated that the terrific shock when the lightning bolt struck near caused the death of the infant.
Many thanks to Esther Kettering for sponsoring Golden History Moments for the month of August.
Weather
Overnight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. West wind around 6 mph.
Saturday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy. Low around 64, with temperatures rising to around 66 overnight. West wind 6 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 64°F
Sunday: Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 83°F
Sunday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 62°F
Monday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 80°F
Monday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 60°F
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 82°F
Tuesday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 60°F
Wednesday: Mostly Sunny, 85°F
Wednesday Night: Partly Cloudy, 59°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 79°F
Thursday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 58°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 81°F
News Relating to Golden - August 24, 2024
Gift shop and café at Buffalo Bill gravesite closing by end of year
By Rachel Saurer
Fox 31
GOLDEN, Colo. (KDVR) — Bill Carle and his family have run the iconic Pahaska Tepee Gift Shop and Café off and on for 48 years, but now the building has been forced to close... Read more...
GOLDEN OFFICER INJURED BY FLEEING SUSPECT IN STOLEN TRUCK
By Golden Police Department
Crimewatch
On August 23, 2024, at 8:12 am, Golden Police Officers and Jefferson County Sherriff’s Office Deputies responded to Home Depot in Golden to attempt a recovery of a stolen Ford F250 pickup truck. Officers tried to use a vehicle immobilization technique to apprehend the suspect and the truck but were unsuccessful as the driver rammed several police vehicles and fled the scene. In the process of fleeing, the suspect struck and injured a Golden Police Officer... Read more...
Golden Police looking for stolen truck that injured officer in hit-and-run
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Authorities are looking for a stolen truck that injured a Golden Police officer and fled the scene Friday morning... Read more...
Suspect in fleeing truck injures Golden officer, escapes into Denver
By Seth Klamann
Denver Post
A Golden police officer was injured Friday morning while trying to stop the driver of a fleeing truck, who rammed multiple police vehicles and eventually escaped into Denver... Read more...
Goltra fire burning near Golden is 100% contained, U.S. 6 to reopen
By Katie Langford
Denver Post
The lightning-sparked Goltra fire burning on 205 acres in Clear Creek Canyon near Golden is 100% contained, Jefferson County officials announced Thursday... Read more...
Golden to extend a $100,000 hand to vape shops hurt by city’s ban on flavored tobacco sales
By John Aguilar
Denver Post
Golden dropped the hammer on more than two dozen retail outlets last year when it banned the sales of all flavored tobacco and nicotine products in the city, costing the businesses thousands of dollars in revenue.
Now, this city on the western edge of the metro area is setting up a one-time $100,000 relief fund for smoke and vape shops, along with gas stations and convenience stores, to soften the financial hit they’ve taken since Golden’s prohibition went into effect on Jan. 1... Read more...
Mines volleyball team ready to tip off season with Sept. 6-7 home tournament
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Like the Avengers superhero team, the Orediggers have gathered from near and far — whether new allies or familiar faces — to face common foes together... Read more...
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Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, Goozell Yogurt & Coffee Paul Haseman, Donna Anderson, Carol & Doug Harwood, Beth Bidwell, Stephanie Painter, Greg Poulos, and Joy Brandt
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Laura King and Scott Wilson, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Ann Norton & Jonathan Storer, Forrest Jones, Barry & Liz Bettis, Cheryl & Tom Schweich, Marjorie Sloan, Chris and Joyce Davell, Rick Flint, Forrest Jones, AC Development, Cynthia Merrill Tamny, Stephen Pero, Meg Van Ness & Steve Kalasz, Steve & Karla Schaefer
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