A Pumpkin on East Street
Photo by Liz Erickson
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Sunday, Aug. 9th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - Church Services
- 9AM-2PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 9:30AM - Wild West Days
- 1-3PM - Sunday at the Museum - Uncover Local Lore: The History of Golden with Barb Warden
- 2PM - Taco Town
- 5-9PM - Board Game Night
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
9:30AM Wild West Days @ Colorado Railroad Museum
As summer begins to wind down, join us at the Colorado Railroad Museum for Wild West Days, featuring special programming plus steam-powered train rides!
Celebrate Colorado’s Wild West heritage, and ride behind one of the last coal-fired steam locomotives operating in Colorado. Enjoy western themed activities, turntable demonstrations, and more happening around the Museum’s 15-acre railyard. Plenty of photo opportunities will of course also be on hand—including the Museum’s very own mascot, Spike the Railroad Dog! Food and tasty treats will also be available for purchase. More information
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
1-3PM Sunday at the Museum - Uncover Local Lore: The History of Golden with Barb Warden @ Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
Step back in time for a special afternoon of storytelling, local lore, and vibrant community heritage. RMQM is thrilled to host a local author, historian, and community leader Barb Warden for an engaging presentation on the History of Golden.
As the trusted voice behind GoldenToday.com, Barb brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for our city's past. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to hear fascinating historical insights while surrounded by the museum's stunning new exhibit, featuring quilts spanning history, beautifully bridging the past and present.
Location:
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
200 Violet Street (Map)
The Golden Word - 08/09/26
4-7:30PM Sunday Swing with The Flatirons Jazz Orchestra @ The Buffalo Rose
A special evening for fans of big band and swing dancing at the historical Buffalo Rose in downtown Golden. Doors open and delicious food service starts at 4:00. Learn to swing dance with a free dance lesson 4:00-5:00! Then enjoy entertaining live BIG BAND JAZZ MUSIC from 5:00 to 7:30 by the Flatirons Jazz Orchestra - featuring Deborah Stafford. Dance or just enjoy the great Swing Era music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and more played on one of Colorado great historic stages. All ages welcome.
Dance or just listen to the great Swing Era music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and more. All ages welcome – under 18 with a guardian. Tickets
Location:
The Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
Live Music for Sunday, Aug. 9th
- 9AM-12PM Bluegrass Brunch: Rusty Gears Band @ Buffalo Rose
Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage)
- 4:30-7:30PM Jeff Goodwin @ Buffalo Rose Sky Bar Stage
- More Live Music
3-7PM Look Both Ways @ Wrigley’s
4-7PM Earl Nelson & Friends w/Jack Price @ Goosetown Station
8PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Only the Car Was Hurt
Denver & Inter-Mountain Street crossing 19th Street - Golden History Museum Collection
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92 Years Ago
Prior to 1953, Jackson Street ended at 13th; from there south, it was a railroad right-of-way. The August 9, 1934 Colorado Transcript described a collision where 19th Street crossed the tracks.
The article tells us that a car, driven by a woman from Denver, stalled out as it crossed the tracks. Seeing the streetcar approaching, the driver and two passengers jumped out of the car. The streetcar hit it and pushed it for another 100 feet before stopping. The car was demolished but the occupants were uninjured.
Such collisions were not uncommon in an era when cars were less reliable and drivers less experienced.
Weather
Overnight: Areas of smoke. Partly cloudy. Low around 72, with temperatures rising to around 75 overnight. West wind around 9 mph.
Sunday: Areas of smoke before noon, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 95, with temperatures falling to around 88 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday Night: Areas of smoke. Partly cloudy. Low around 68, with temperatures rising to around 72 overnight. West wind 6 to 9 mph.
Sunday Night: Areas Of Smoke, 68°F
Monday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 94°F
Monday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 68°F
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 95°F
Tuesday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 67°F
Wednesday: Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 88°F
Wednesday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 61°F
Thursday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 79°F
Thursday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms, 58°F
Friday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 77°F
Friday Night: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 56°F
Saturday: Showers And Thunderstorms, 78°F
News About Golden - August 9, 2026
GOLDEN OFFICER INJURED, SUSPECT DECEASED FOLLOWING EARLY MORNING OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING
City of Golden
Golden, CO – At approximately 2:30 a.m. on August 8, 2026, Golden Police officers responded to the Circle K gas station, located at 17691 W. Colfax Avenue, following a report of a man armed with a handgun. At the time of the call, there was no active threat... Read more...
One man dead after police shooting at Golden gas station
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
As of late Saturday morning, there was still a heavy police presence at Golden’s Circle K gas station, after one person was killed in an early morning officer-involved shooting... Read more...
Officer shot, man killed in Golden gas station shooting
By Katie Langford
Denver Post
Golden police fatally shot a man who opened fire on officers, injuring one, in a confrontation at a gas station on West Colfax Avenue early Saturday morning, city officials said... Read more...
Golden police officer shot by suspect at Circle K gas station; suspect killed in exchange of fire
By April Schildmeyer and Lauren Lennon
Denver Channel 7
GOLDEN, Colo. — A Golden police officer was shot early Saturday morning after a suspect opened fire on responding officers at a Circle K gas station... Read more...
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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, Saré Merrigan, 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, 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, Centennial State Wealth Advisors, Steve & M.L. Richardson, Jeremy & Stephanie Keller, AC Development, Golden PT & Pilates, and Frank Young & Terre Deegan-Young
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, 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, Colleen & Michael Ramey, Nancy & Pete Torpey, Jax Baker, Simon Maybury, Rose McLaughlin, Cameron Chambers, Joyce Gravina, Patrick Klein, Barb Robie, 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, Pam Logan, Clare Shier, Wendy Weiman, Marge Frueh. Nannette Johnson, Edgar Walker, Bivy Beer Bar, Nancy Cooper, Jane & Mike Templeton, Vicki Greivel, Kim McDonough, Carie Chimbel, Peggy Brochtrup, Cindy & Matt Finley, and Kelly Fry
Followers:
($5-9.99/month or $55/year)
Golden Community Garden, Lora Haimes, Mariane Erickson, J.J. Fraser, Bob Hamilton, Steve Stevens, Vicki Olson, Emily Kurzinski, Nanette Johnson, Peyton Gibson, Sally Berger, Kristen Morgan, Joyce Sutton, Mary Rains, Craig Champlin, Stan Swisher, Bill Way, Chris Toney, Alicia Zimmerman, Tamara Feucht, GoldenBrokers, Elizabeth Coil, Diane Tiberi, and Cathy Larocca
