Morning on the Creek
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Sunday, May. 31st
- All day - Whale of a Used Book Sale
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Goldengrass Bluegrass Weekend 2026
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - Church Services
- 2:45AM - Full Moon
- 9AM-2PM - Brunch at the Rose
- 9AM-5PM - Dinosaur Express Train
- 2PM - Pump Boys and Dinettes
- 4PM - Transatlantic Relations in Turbulent Times
- 5-9PM - Board Game Night
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
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Golden Scenes - May, 2026
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9AM-5PM Dinosaur Express Train @ Colorado Railroad Museum
Dinosaurs are coming back to Golden, Colorado…only this time, they are arriving on the Dinosaur Express Train! On May 31st and June 1st, railroad tracks will meet dinosaur tracks for a weekend of family fun at the Colorado Railroad Museum as the Dinosaur Express Train chugs into the station. More information
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
11AM-3PM Book Sale at the Fairgrounds
This is the final day of the Spring Whale of a Used Book Sale. This is bag day—get a bag of books for $12!
Location:
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
15200 West Sixth Avenue (map)
4PM Transatlantic Relations in Turbulent Times @ Jefferson Unitarian Church
Join Jefferson Humanists for a special program by Dr. Andrew Denison, Director of Transatlantic Networks, Bonn, Germany, for his presentation, Transatlantic Relations in Turbulent Times.
Dr. Denison will discuss the multiple challenges confronting the relationship between the United States and the nations of Europe. These include the war in Ukraine, the Russian threat, the Middle East, China, energy, and artificial intelligence. He will emphasize how European weakness and American unpredictability make all these challenges more difficult.
Dr. Denison is Director of the Transatlantic Networks, a center for foreign policy consulting and education, in Bonn, Germany. Dr. Denison received his Ph.D. from the Nitze School of Advanced International Studies at the Johns Hopkins University in Washington, D.C., his M.A. from the University of Hamburg, and his B.A. from the University of Wyoming. Andrew Denison grew up in Laramie, Wyoming, and is a bicyclist, backpacker, husband, and father of two sons. His mother, Judy Denison, is a member of Jefferson Humanists.
This program is hosted by Jefferson Humanists, a chapter of the American Humanist Association.
Gather at 4pm; Dr. Denison will speak at 4:15 p.m. Bring food for discussion and a potluck from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
To ensure we set up enough seats, RSVP via this Meetup link or by email to RSVP@jeffersonhumanists.com.
https://www.meetup.com/jeffcohumanists/events/314661646/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events
Location:
Jefferson Unitarian Church
14350 W. 32nd Avenue (Map)
Save on Golden Gallop Registration
Photo by Dave Powers
Are you planning to run in this year's Golden Gallup? The annual fundraiser for Golden Schools Foundation will take place on September 20th. Save today with early-bird registration. Prices increase on June 1st!
Register today and get this year's commemorative 20th Anniversary race t-shirt It's the perfect blend of comfort, function, and style on and off the course!
While you're there, check out the new 20th Anniversary merchandise in the race store. There's an event for everyone:
- 5K
- 10K
- 20K Challenge
- Kids Fun Run
- Sleep In Option
- Canine Companion
Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3TCDvn0
The Golden Word - 05/31/26
Live Music for Sunday, May. 31st
- 5:30-8:30PM Eric Peterson & Jeff Bird @ Buffalo Rose (Sky Bar Stage)
- More Live Music
3-7PM Jewel & the Rough @ Wrigley’s
4-7PM Chuck Grossman @ Columbine Cafe
4-7PM Big Shrimp @ Goosetown Station
8PM Karaoke @ Ace Hi Tavern
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Beginning the War to End All Wars
109 Years Ago
The May 31, 1917 Colorado Transcript captured Golden at a turning point. The members of the pioneer era were fast dying out, and the 20th century was coming on with a vengeance: on April 6 of that year, President Wilson had asked Congress to commit America to “a war to end all wars” (World War I).
The issue included an article about how Memorial Day had been observed by the remaining veterans of the Civil War (“with thinned ranks and stepping a little more feebly than last year, the few veterans remaining of the once proud company…”). That article ended with bracing talk of the next war, praising the patriotic young men who had signed up to serve.
Patriotic or not, the men who had not volunteered up might still be drafted. The town was planning a parade for Registration Day, when every man in the county between 18 and 30 would be required to register. There were already 300 recruits in town, ready to begin training.
In the meantime, the local bank bought a large advertisement, urging citizens of German birth to forego expressions of loyalty to the fatherland. Other articles described “Wonderful Patriotic Sermon Delivered by Rector of Golden Calvary Church” while warning young men not to skip college in favor of the military: “Need College Men to Develop Resources.”
On the pro-draft side, the paper included a political cartoon showing Uncle Sam on horseback in cavalry attire, knocking down a suspiciously Kaiser-looking guy who holds a sign about the “Volunteer System.” Uncle Sam has a pennant on his rifle, supporting “Selective Conscription” (the draft).
The Transcript of this era strongly encouraged military service. Founder George West had been a Civil War veteran. His son Harley--who was the publisher in 1917--was a veteran of the Spanish-American War. His grandson Neil West Kimball would soon be serving in Europe in World War I.
Weather
Overnight: Mostly clear. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. West southwest wind around 7 mph.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 81. West wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy. Low around 55, with temperatures rising to around 57 overnight. West northwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
Sunday Night: Partly Cloudy, 55°F
Monday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 78°F
Monday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 56°F
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 82°F
Tuesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 58°F
Wednesday: Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 82°F
Wednesday Night: Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy, 56°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 83°F
Thursday Night: Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy, 58°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 84°F
Friday Night: Partly Cloudy, 58°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 85°F
News About Golden - May 31, 2026
City of Golden Police Blotter
- May 26, 2026 - Daily Blotter (05/26/26)
- May 25, 2026 - Daily Blotter (05/25/26)
- May 24, 2026 - Daily Blotter (05/24/26)
- May 23, 2026 - Daily Blotter (05/23/26)
- May 22, 2026 - Daily Blotter (05/22/26)
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Sponsors:
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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:
($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, 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, and Vicki Greivel
Followers:
($5-9.99/month or $55/year)
Golden Community Garden, Lora Haimes, Mariane Erickson, J.J. Fraser, Mel Perkins, 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, Carie Chimbel, GoldenBrokers, and Elizabeth Coil
