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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Thursday, Jan. 29th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Golden History Tours
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden Sports
- 9:15-9:45AM - Baby Time - Registration Required
- 10AM-4PM - Cobble Stones Quilt
- 10-10:30AM - Call In: Mid-Morning Meditation
- 11AM-12PM - Library for All: Interactive Program for Adults with Disabilities
- 2:30-4:30PM - Weekly Demonstration - What do you stand for?
- 3PM - Golden Startup Happy Hour
- 3-4:30PM - Vaccine, License & Microchip Clinic
- 4-8PM - 10th Anniversary Party @ Earth Sweet Boutique
- 5-8PM - Spirits Club: Tequila Night
- 5:30PM - Community Meeting; Fire Strategic Plan (rescheduled)
- 6-8PM - Trivia Night
- 6PM - Run Club
- 6-10PM - Wax N' Suds
- 6:30-7:30PM - Golden Writers Community Inaugural Meeting
- 7:30PM - Preview Performance: The Odd Couple (Female Version)
- 7:45-8:45PM - Golden Women in Business Table Talks*
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
4-8PM 10th Anniversary Party @ Earth Sweet Boutique
We would like to say thank you to all of our wonderful customers with a fancy party that includes free food & drinks, Free Thank You bags to the first 30 people who RSVP. Plus, huge giveaways!
- Free Food & Drinks
- Live Music
- Free gift for the 1st 30 people to RSVP
- Raffle for a $250 Shopping Gift Card if you make a purchase at the party (1 entry per customer)
- Raffle for other free gifts including items from one of our original vendors
Location:
Earth Sweet Boutique
1224 Arapahoe Street (Map)
3PM Golden Startup Happy Hour @ Buffalo Rose
Connect with local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and fun, like-minded people in a relaxed, social setting. More information
Location:
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
5:30PM Community Meeting; Fire Strategic Plan (rescheduled) @ Golden Community Center
Photo by Joyce Davell
Help shape the future of fire services in Golden. Staff will be on hand to talk about our Fire Strategic Plan and gather your ideas and priorities for community safety and wildfire preparedness. More information
Location:
Golden Community Center
1470 10th Street (Map)
6:30-7:30PM Golden Writers Community Inaugural Meeting @ Golden Library
Are you a writer in the Golden area? Interested in being part of an informal community of local writers? If yes, then please join us for our first meeting where we'll discuss what we want this community to be. Amateur, professional, aspiring writers....all are welcome.
Location:
Golden Library
1019 10th Street (Map)
The Golden Word - 01/29/26
Live Music for Thursday, Jan. 29th
- 5-8PM Shawn Nelson @ Golden Mill
- More Live Music
6PM MoonShroom @ New Terrain Brewing
6:30-8:30PM Scott Slay @ Etta Jeanne
7-10PM Open Jam Night @ Dirty Dogs Roadhouse
8PM Karaoke @ Rock Rest Lodge
For more information, visit the Golden Today Calendar
Golden History: Hard Times at the Big M
Big M Lounge - far right side
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55 Years Ago
The January 29, 1971 Golden Transcript reported that the liquor license had been suspended for the Big M Lounge. The type of liquor license held by the lounge required that food be available. The state's liquor control division had contacted Golden Police Chief Everett Hall.
He said that he and a representative of the control division went to the lounge and found that no food was being served. The lady in charge said that she didn’t have time. The kitchen was locked, according to Hall, and the two asked her to open it. Hall reported that the kitchen was "filthy” and not in use at all.
Golden Transcript - January 29, 1971
Despite the "filthy" kitchen, the Big M was still allowed to serve food during the 15-day liquor license suspension.
The February 5, 1971 Transcript reported that the suspension had been lifted (early). The Big M's manager, Marion Meiter, appeared at the February 4th meeting, explaining the circumstances of the suspension and assuring them that the place had been cleaned up. The county health department had inspected the premises and approved it for serving food.
Darrell Skelton, Mrs. Meiter’s attorney, explained to the council that upon the death of her husband George, the business was turned over to his wife. Skelton explained that Mrs. Meiter has never run a bar. “She is actually a housewife,” he said. Mrs. Meiter has had no previous experience in business and is naturally having a difficult time, he said.
Golden Transcript - February 5, 1971
Mrs. Meiter sold the business in 1972, but it continued to have a colorful existence on Washington Avenue. In 1980, Council voted unanimously to suspend the restaurant's liquor license. One Councilor had hesitated because it would leave yet another empty storefront in downtown Golden. Bill Holland of the Holland House (predecessor to the Table Mountain Inn) had appeared before Council asking that the license be revoked, rather than suspended. He expressed dismay at the concern about an empty storefront. "I'd much rather see the place blown to Guinea."
Steve Steinhoff, owner of Steve's Corner, a clothing store, addressed the council and told what he thought it was like to do business next door to the M-Lounge. He said that for the past several years, he has had to deal with people urinating and vomiting outside his store. He said he has had to clean up broken bottles and broken store windows.
Golden Transcript - May 13, 1980
"I have observed child abuse and drug abuse" outside the bar, he told the council. He also said that his female employees were harassed by bar patrons and were afraid to walk unescorted to their cars after work.
The bar's next incarnation was as the Golden Eagle Saloon, which operated from 1981-1993. At that time, Bart Bortles re-opened the spot as Woody's Wood-Fired Pizza (which has been a raging success for 33 years).
Weather
Overnight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30. West northwest wind around 9 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Thursday: Sunny. High near 45, with temperatures falling to around 43 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 8 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear. Low around 29, with temperatures rising to around 31 overnight. West wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly Clear, 29°F
Friday: Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow, 48°F
Friday Night: Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Cloudy, 28°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny, 53°F
Saturday Night: Mostly Clear, 33°F
Sunday: Sunny, 59°F
Sunday Night: Partly Cloudy, 36°F
Monday: Partly Sunny, 59°F
Monday Night: Slight Chance Rain And Snow, 33°F
Tuesday: Chance Rain And Snow, 45°F
Tuesday Night: Chance Light Snow, 25°F
Wednesday: Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny, 41°F
News About Golden - January 29, 2026
National Ski Patrol, YoColorado launch winter apparel collection
Colorado Biz
LAKEWOOD, Colo., and GOLDEN, Colo. — Colorado-based National Ski Patrol and YoColorado have launched a co-branded winter apparel collection that supports ski patroller education and training programs nationwide... Read more...
How Six Independent ECPs Make In-Office Retail Work
By Heath Burslem
Invision
FROM DRY EYE DROPS to stylish readers, many independents have found that offering small retail add-ons can enhance both care and convenience. While few say these items make up a big part of revenue, they add value for patients and reinforce trust — not to mention a little fun. Here’s how six ECPs handle their in-office retail corners... Read more...
Partners in Play Preschool in Golden: See the First Alert Weather Visit
CBS News Colorado
CBS Colorado First Alert Meteorologist Callie Zanandrie visited Partners in Play Preschool in Golden... View video...
City of Golden Weekly Digest.
In this issue... Download PDF below.
Foothills Art Center February at a Glance
Mines appoints Executive Director of Critical Minerals Strategy and Advancement
By Emilie Rusch
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Alicia Polo y La Borda Cavero has been named executive director of critical minerals strategy and advancement at Colorado School of Mines.
A 25-year veteran of the mining industry, Polo y La Borda has broad experience in mineral economics and market analysis, business strategy and development, mining policy and project management, previously holding roles in the private sector, government, and academia in the U.S., South America and Europe... Read more...
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Tall Pines Painting, Baby Doe’s Clothing, Goozell Yogurt & Coffee 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, and Joy Brandt
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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, Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch, Robert Thresher, Tonie Mattox, Centennial State Wealth Advisors, Steve & M.L. Richardson, and Jeremy & Stephanie Keller
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, 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, 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, and Marge Frueh
Followers:
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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
