The New Public Art in New Loveland Mine Park
Photo by Scott Wilson
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Sunday, May. 18th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - 1PM and 4PM "Tribute to Star Wars" with the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra
- All day - 12:15PM and 3:15PM History and Composition of the Star Wars Soundtrack
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Church Services
- 8AM - Bird Watching Walk in Kinney Run
- 9AM-5PM - Colorado Crossings
- 9:30-11:30AM - Full Walking Tour @ Dinosaur Ridge
- 10AM-3PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 12-4PM - Gear Swap
- 12-2PM - Waypoint: From Sketch to Canvass Pop-up Sketch Party
- 2PM - Ring of Fire
- 2:30-4PM - Friends of Phil Fundraiser Event
- 2:30-4:30PM - Textile Society @ The Library
- 5-9PM - Board Game Night
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
8AM Bird Watching Walk in Kinney Run @ Kinney Run Trail
House Finch - Photo by Alan Pinkus
The Kinney Run Open Space is identified by the Cornell Lab website as an eBird Hotspot. Join Karl Brummert, former Director of Denver Audubon, for an early morning walk along the Kinney Run Trail. To get on the attendee list please send an email to info@stewardsofgolden.org. Please tell us how many in your party and provide a contact phone number. We will send you the meet up info with your confirmation.
Location:
Kinney Run Trail
Golden (Map)
When:
8AM on Sunday, May. 18th
12-2PM Waypoint: From Sketch to Canvass Pop-up Sketch Party @ Foothills Art Center - Astor House
Stop by and meet some of the artists from our Community Gallery exhibition, Waypoint: From Sketch to Canvas. The artists will be available for questions, demos, and a fun few hours of sketching.
Location:
Foothills Art Center - Astor House
1133 Arapahoe Street (Map)
When:
12-2PM on Sunday, May. 18th
9AM-5PM Colorado Crossings @ Colorado Railroad Museum
An authentic, coal burning Colorado steam locomotive will pull trains for this event. Hands-on demonstrations and even the Museum’s own mascot, Spike the Railroad Dog will be part of the event! Regular admission and train ride pricing apply. Capacity is limited, so advance ticket purchase is recommended.
More information
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
When:
9AM-5PM on Sunday, May. 18th
12:15PM and 3:15PM History and Composition of the Star Wars Soundtrack @ Colorado School of Mines
Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Conductor Arturo J. Gonzales will be holding a pre-concert talk at 12:15 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. He will discuss the history and composition of the Star Wars Soundtrack, what to listen for, and how to break down John Williams’ brilliant compositions.
Location:
Colorado School of Mines
Metals Hall (Map)
When:
All day on Sunday, May. 18th
1PM and 4PM "Tribute to Star Wars" with the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra @ Colorado School of Mines
Jefferson Symphony will perform the soundtrack from the acclaimed Star Wars franchise. Composed by the legendary John Williams, our performance will bring to life the sci-fi epic that has enshrined itself in cinema history. Featuring pieces from the original trilogy and beyond, we’re excited to present this tribute to Golden in two performances at 1:00pm and 4:00pm.
Costumes are encouraged! Children in costume will receive admission at the door for FREE! Adults in costume can receive 5$ off a ticket at the door. Save on Wine too! Purchase a wine ticket online and receive a discount off each glass. Celebrating 48 years of the Skywalker Saga, we hope to see you there!
Information and tickets
Location:
Colorado School of Mines
Green Center (Map)
When:
All day on Sunday, May. 18th
2:30-4PM Friends of Phil Fundraiser Event @ Buffalo Rose
Meet Phil Weiser and learn why he is running for governor.
Hosts: Chris Cone and Karma Giulianelli
Host Committee (in formation): John and Penelope Bennett, Bruce Braley, Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper, Melinda and Scott Delmonico, David R. DiGiacomo, Dave and Liz DiGiacomo, Jefferson County Treasurer Jerry DiTullio, Meghan Eddy, Renny Fagan, Mick Freeman, Shawna Fritzler, Suzanne Gelderman Rivera, Allison Gustavson, Erin Jorgenson, Patrick Ridley, Karen Tonso, Jefferson County Commissioner Rachel Zenzinger
Suggested Donation:
Champion $1450; Benefactor $725;
Supporter $500; Guest $250
Location:
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
When:
2:30-4PM on Sunday, May. 18th
Live Music for Sunday, May. 18th
- 4:30-7:30PM Amanda Hawkins @ Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage)
- More Live Music
3PM Jeff Goodwin @ Over Yonder
3-7PM 2nd Time Around @ Wrigley’s
4PM Moonstone Quill @ Goosetown Station
8PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Where Once There Was a School
Mitchell Elementary School was located on 12th Street (across from the post office) until it moved to its new location on the north side of town. The school was built with federal funding during the Depression and torn down in 1998. The Golden Urban Renewal Authority fostered several major redevelopment projects on the former school property.
Weather
Overnight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Sunday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny. High near 67, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Sunday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy. Low around 45, with temperatures rising to around 47 overnight. West northwest wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Sunday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 45°F
Monday: Chance Light Rain, 61°F
Monday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 45°F
Tuesday: Sunny, 69°F
Tuesday Night: Mostly Clear, 47°F
Wednesday: Sunny, 75°F
Wednesday Night: Mostly Clear, 47°F
Thursday: Sunny, 77°F
Thursday Night: Mostly Clear, 53°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny, 81°F
Friday Night: Partly Cloudy, 54°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 82°F
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Sponsors:
($100/month and up)
Buffalo Rose, Buglet Solar, Foothills Art Center, Golden City Brewery, Golden Cultural Alliance, Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, The Golden Mill, Golden Chamber of Commerce, Golden History Tours, Miners Saloon, Golden Hayride Outpost, Unite Fitness, Joy Brandt, Tom Reiley, Michael Mason, and the Colorado Railroad Museum
Friends:
($50-99.99/month or $550/yr)
Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, Goozell Yogurt & Coffee Paul Haseman, Donna Anderson, Carol & Doug Harwood, Beth Bidwell, Stephanie Painter, Greg Poulos, Ann Norton & Jonathan Storer, Mary & Don Parker, Saré Merrigan, The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, and Vic DeMaria
Supporters:
($25-49.99/month or $250/yr)
Laura King and Scott Wilson, Bobby German and Alison McNally, Forrest Jones, Barry & Liz Bettis, Cheryl & Tom Schweich, 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, and Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch.
Members:
($10-24.99/month or $110/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, Leslie D Lutz, Karen Oxman, Catherine Skokan, Ross Fraser & KC Gilliland, Lynne Haigh, Elizabeth Hilliard, Frank Young & Terre Deegan-Young, 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, Vicki Olson, Colleen & Michael Ramey, Nancy & Pete Torpey, Jax Baker, Simon Maybury, Rose McLaughlin, Cameron Chambers, Joyce Gravina, Patrick Klein, Barb Robie, and Mary Rains, Richard Caldwell, Janice Waring, Sam & Marilyn Baron, Carmen Johnson
Followers:
($5-9.99/month)
Golden Community Garden, Lora Haimes, Mariane Erickson, J.J. Fraser, Mel Perkins, Bob Hamilton, Kim Linton, Steve Stevens
