Rainbow at the Rec Center
Photo by M.L. Richardson
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Saturday, Sep. 5th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - COMMUNITY CENTER UPSTAIRS CLOSURE
- 7:30AM - Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
- 8AM-1PM - Golden Farmers Market
- 9-10AM - Yoga in the Park
- 9AM - In-Store Kids Workshop
- 9AM-2PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 10-11:30AM - Become a Successful Artist: Learn What it Takes
- 10AM-3PM - Saturday Train Rides
- 10AM-2PM - Drawing Trees, Clouds, and the Colorado Landscape
- 10:15-10:45AM - Family Time - Registration Required
- 11AM-4PM - Tailgate Party
- 12-12:30PM - Quick Class: Sweet Potato Reigns Supreme
- 12-9PM - 8 Years Anniversary Party @ Coda Brewing
- 12-3PM - Saturday Market
- 1-3PM - PAWS for Reading
- 1-4:30PM - Virtual: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners
- 1PM - Juan Bobo's Pig Saves the Farm - MAPAC Children's Theater
- 2-8PM - Golden Super Cruise Viewing Party
- 3-4PM - Monthly Brewery Tour @ Holidaily
- 5-6:30PM - Golden American Legion Dinner
- 5-8PM - Ice Cream Social
- 7:30PM - Taco Town
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
8AM-1PM Golden Farmers Market @ Corner of 10th and Illinois Streets
The Golden Farmers Market (GFM) 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. More information
Location:
Corner of 10th and Illinois Streets
Golden (Map)
10AM-3PM Saturday Train Rides @ Colorado Railroad Museum
Ride aboard a passenger car pulled by a powerful locomotive. More information.
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
1-4:30PM Virtual: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners
Do you love epic fantasy adventure? Dungeons and Dragons is a table top role playing fantasy game where a roll of the dice can change your future. If you have never played before or are a brand new to questing come roll initiative with other new adventurers! Suitable for ages 12-18. Registration is required.
2-8PM Super Cruise Viewing Party @ The Golden Outpost
Head to Golden Outpost for a front row seat at the Golden Super Cruise!
Watch the classic cars cruising South Golden Rd
Sip on cold drinks with great company
Shop from local artisan vendors
Enjoy live music starting at 4:00 p.m.
More information
Location:
Golden Outpost
17695 South Golden Road (Map)
5-8PM Ice Cream Social & Cruise-Viewing @ First Presbyterian Church of Golden
First Presbyterian Church will be hosting an ice cream social during the Golden Super Cruise with all donations benefiting BGOLDN. More information.
Location:
First Presbyterian Church of Golden
17707 W. 16th Avenue (Map)
The Golden Word - 09/05/26
Golden History: Seems like an OK guy.
Golden History Museum collection - written on the back: "Lena, Fred, Fred Jr. Lena, Ruth, and Margurite."
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97 Years Ago
This item appeared in the September 5, 1929 Colorado Transcript:
“Suspicious” Character Is Not at All Suspicious
A man sat on the curb at 19th and Ford Street last Thursday morning just as daylight was breaking. A mountain parks patrolman passed the man, went some distance, came back, took a look at him and then went on his way. Pretty soon the night marshal came up the street, summoned it is said by someone who said that a suspicious looking individual was loitering in the vicinity. He took a look at the man and they exchanged salutations, and then the marshal went on his way. Soon a big truck thundered up the street, loaded with peas from the Guy Hill district and the suspicious looking man climbed up with the driver and away they went. You can see him most every day driving a white horse, selling fresh vegetables which he buys every morning at the market in Denver, and entertaining the children. His name is Fred Beamer, and he has as many friends as any man in Golden.
I asked Mike Leidich about his great-grandfather, Fred Beamer. He provided this photo of Fred on his vegetable wagon. He also noted that Fred was a ventriloquist who entertained children by making his horse appear to talk.
Weather
Overnight: Mostly clear. Low around 65, with temperatures rising to around 68 overnight. West wind around 7 mph.
Saturday: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Mostly sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 88 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm. Partly cloudy. Low around 66, with temperatures rising to around 68 overnight. West wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 66°F
Sunday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 90°F
Sunday Night: Partly Cloudy, 67°F
Labor Day: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 89°F
Monday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 63°F
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 84°F
Tuesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 62°F
Wednesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 84°F
Wednesday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 62°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 87°F
Thursday Night: Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy, 63°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 87°F
Supporters
Many thanks to the people and organizations who support What’s Happening in Golden? If you would like to support local news, please CLICK HERE!
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, and Sandra Dallas
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
