Golden Autumn
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What's happening in Golden today?
Events for Tuesday, Oct. 27th
- All day - CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
- All day - Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
- All day - Golden Sports
- All day - Golden History Tours
- 9-11AM - DeLong Park Habitat Helpers
- 9:15-9:45AM - Baby Time - Registration Required
- 10-11:30AM - Community Marketing Board Meeting
- 10:15-10:45AM - Preschool Time - Registration Required
- 1-3:30PM - Lecture Series - Environmental Film Festival Screening @ Front Porch
- 1:30PM - Triad - Senior Safety
- 5-7PM - Jeffco Parks and Open Space Open House
- 5:30-7:30PM - Exploring the Elements of Art
- 6-8PM - Books & Benders
- 6-8PM - Fall Clothing Swap & Mixer
- 6:30PM - Trivia Night @ Bivy Beer Bar
- 6:30-8:30PM - Team Trivia Tuesday @ Buffalo Rose
- 6:30-9PM - City Council Regular Business Meeting
- 6:30-8:30PM - Bar Bingo Night @ VFW
- 6:30-8:30PM - Harry Potter Trivia Night
- 7PM - Pub Trivia @ Atomic Cowboy
- 7:30PM - SCRIPTprov
For more information, click the item above or visit the Golden Today Calendar
10-11:30AM Community Marketing Board Meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers
- Meeting Agenda & Packet
- Watch the meeting streaming live starting at 10AM
- Attend the meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers - 911 10th Street - (map)
- Send email comments to visitgolden@cityofgolden.net.
The meeting will start with public comment. After that, the topics include:
- Summer campaign review
They spent $1,542 (English) and $411 (Spanish) on Meta (Facebook & Instragram) ads; $2,094 on search engine ads, and an undefined amount on Datafy (geoplaced ads on cellphones in Golden). - PR Review
Golden appeared many times in newspapers, magazines, blogs, and TV. These appearances were purported to be worth millions of dollars' worth of advertising. - Upcoming November/December shop local campaign
- KOSI Christmas kick-off
On a certain day, radio station KOSI will switch over to all-Christmas music. They will do a live feed from the Golden Hotel as they make the change. Golden is sponsoring the KOSI season: $7500 from the Downtown Development Authority, $7500 from the Community Marketing Group and $2000 from the Golden Hotel. In addition to the ceremony at the Golden Hotel, the station will run many Golden advertisements during the holiday season. - 2027 Work Plan
- Visitor Guide Discussion
- 2026 Budget
The biggest-ticket budget items were $249,000 on media buys; $165,123 on salaries and benefits; $72,500 on creative and public relations; $31,600 on web licensing and support; $31,500 on search engine optimization and paid media management/reporting, and $30,000 on group sales.
Location:
City Hall Council Chambers
911 10th Street (Map)
When:
10-11:30AM on Tuesday, Oct. 27th
1-3:30PM Lecture Series - Environmental Film Festival Screening @ Front Porch
The 2026 festival poster was painted by Jesse Crock
Front Porch Program - Bear Creek Room
Golden is full of fascinating individuals who have lived rich lives. This lecture series features a talk from a local author, expert, or enthusiast that promises to be thought provoking and engaging.
Join the Colorado Environmental Film Festival with this special Front Porch showing of films from the 2026 festival. Seating is limited so register today!
Active Older Adults aged 50+ | Free | More information
Location:
Golden Community Center
1470 10th Street (Map)
5PM City Council Study Session and Regular Business Meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers
5PM Study Session
City Council will meet at 5PM for a Study Session (no public comment, no votes taken). The topics will include:
They will reconvene at 6:30 to start the regular business meeting.
6:30 Business Meeting
- Meeting Agenda
- Watch the meeting streaming live starting at 6:30PM
- Attend the meeting @ City Hall Council Chambers - 911 10th Street - (map)
- Send comments on any of the following topics to PublicComment@cityofgolden.net BEFORE 3PM
- Provide in-person comment (limited to 3 minutes) during the business meeting, at 6:30PM.
Council/Staff Comments and New Business
- Clear Creek end of season update
- Update on investigation of "the incident"
- Update on recruitment of new City Manager
Public Comment
The meeting begins with public comment. If you want to address Council, you will have three minutes to speak. Any public comments received by email before 3PM will be posted in the meeting packet after 3 (so check back then).
Consent Matters
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered non-controversial, not needing discussion. All items in this section will be approved with a single vote.
Any councilor wishing to discuss a consent issue can request that it be removed from the consent agenda and discussed and voted on separately.
These are the items on tonight's Consent Agenda:
- First reading of an ordinance prohibiting lead drinking water service lines and establishing a replacement program. Second reading and public hearing on 11/10/26.
- First reading of an ordinance for a supplemental budget appropriation for the 2026 budget. Second reading a public hearing on 11/10/26.
- Resolution to spend $1,118,912 for furniture for the new City Hall.
- Resolution to formalize the agreement with the Friends of Dinosaur Ridge. This volunteer group provides interpretive signage and tours of Golden's Triceratops Trail. They provide this service without charge, but this agreement will require them to carry $1 million in liability insurance.
- Resolution to appoint a Deputy Municipal Court Judge at the rate of $100/hr or $125/hr, depending on the type and location of the work.
Proclamations
Public Hearing on Ordinance Concerning Wastewater Pretreatment Requirements
This ordinance stablishes clearer requirements for
- Fats, Oils and Grease for food service establishments
- Groundwater discharges
- Temporary and intermittent discharges
- Industrial-user permitting and monitoring
- Local pollutant limits and system protection
- Administrative and regulatory updates
Depending on existing site conditions and practices, some food-service establishments may incur costs to install or modify grease-removal equipment. Costs can vary considerably based on the type and location of the device, existing plumbing, permitting requirements, and installation complexity. Staff continue to verify existing conditions and have not yet determined the specific improvements or costs that may apply to individual establishments.
Location:
City Hall Council Chambers
911 10th Street (Map)
5-7PM Jeffco Parks and Open Space Open House @ Jefferson County Fairgrounds
Grandstand and rodeo arena at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds - Photo by Barb Warden
Tonight is the final public input session regarding plans for the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
5-7PM Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Green Mountain Conference Room)
Background:
Jefferson County is considering moving the fairgrounds to Fehringer Ranch, which is land south and east of Morrison.
Fehringer Ranch currently has "natural surface trails, a loop trail and an 18-hole disc golf course."
The current fairground has the following facilities:
Indoor & Event Spaces
- Event Center / Indoor Arena: A heated 20,500 sq. ft. indoor dirt arena (100' x 205') with an overhead announcer's booth, show office, and bleachers seating 400 (up to 2,000 capacity with floor space).
- Exhibit Hall: 10,440 sq. ft. flexible indoor space suitable for trade shows, banquets, and gatherings up to 900 guests.
- Green Mountain Conference Rooms: Multi-sized meeting rooms (Rooms A, B, C, D) holding from 12 to 50 people per room.
• Barns & Indoor Stalls: Facilities for agricultural, youth, and equine events, serving as a regional hub for livestock and animal hosting.
Outdoor & Equine Arenas
- Rodeo Arena: Outdoor arena used for rodeos, larger public gatherings, and equine shows.
- Table View Arena: A 21,500 sq. ft. (215' x 100') outdoor arena for horsemanship clinics, warm-ups, and open riding.
- Silver Spur Arena: Compact outdoor/indoor arena space supporting regional shows and community events.
- Picnic Pavilion & Trails: Features a playground, scenic views of the Rocky Mountains, and surrounding walking trails.
Campground & Support Services
- Campground: Features designated RV spaces equipped with water and electrical hookups, an on-site dump station, and nearby restrooms/showers.
- CSU Extension Office: On-site office providing local agricultural, horticultural, and community educational programs.
Click here to visit the Jeffco Fairgrounds & Fehringer Ranch Project Page
For questions please contact Katherine Woodhouse, Parks & Open Space Planner at kwoodhou@jeffco.us or 303.271.5925
Tonight's open house:
5-7PM Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Green Mountain Conference Room)
Location:
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
15200 West Sixth Avenue (Map)
7:30PM SCRIPTprov @ Miners Alley Performing Arts Center
What happens when a scene from a "legit" play gets hijacked by improvisers? HILARITY ENSUES! Come join us for all of the action! Tickets
Location:
Miners Alley Performing Arts Center
1103 Arapahoe Street (Map)
The Golden Word - 10/27/26
Golden History: Krazy Timez
Krazy Daze Ads for Golden Businesses
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60 Years Ago
The October 27, 1966 Colorado Transcript was filled with ads for Krazy Daze. This promotion was launched by the Chamber in 1963. It included sales in the stores and some really wild costumes by the downtown merchants. The downtown denizens held a contest for best costume in various categories. The event culminated with a party for the downtown employees.
The last Krazy Daze (occasionally spelled "Crazy Days") covered in the paper was in October of 1989, but many people in the stores continue to don Krazy (or Crazy) costumes for the annual downtown trick-or-treating event.
This year's Trick or Treat Street will take place from 3-5PM on Friday October 30th. Meet in the downtown shopping area, and allow plenty of time to find a parking space.
Weather
Overnight: Patchy fog. Partly cloudy. Low around 40, with temperatures rising to around 43 overnight. West southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. East southeast wind around 6 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear. Low around 43, with temperatures rising to around 45 overnight. West northwest wind around 6 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly Clear, 43°F
Wednesday: Mostly Sunny, 67°F
Wednesday Night: Mostly Clear, 43°F
Thursday: Mostly Sunny, 68°F
Thursday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 46°F
Friday: Partly Sunny, 67°F
Friday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 46°F
Saturday: Mostly Sunny, 66°F
Saturday Night: Mostly Cloudy, 46°F
Sunday: Rain Showers Likely, 61°F
Sunday Night: Rain Showers Likely, 45°F
Monday: Chance Rain Showers, 56°F
News About Golden - October 27, 2026
Super Intelligence Speeds Up Transportation Research at National Laboratory of the Rockies
National Laboratory of the Rockies
Data fusion, neural networks, and sentiment analysis may sound straight out of science fiction. Yet these scientific methods, powered by super intelligence, are rapidly accelerating transportation research across the U.S. Department of Energy's National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR)... Read more...
The US Mountain Trails With The Most Rattlesnake Encounters
World Atlas
Rattlesnakes den in the same sun-warmed rock that pulls hikers toward a view, and on a busy trail close to a city, the two meet on the same ledge... Read more...
Colorado high school students get a head start on healthcare careers
By Christa Swanson
CBS News
Some Colorado high school students are getting a head start on their future healthcare careers, gaining hands-on experience before they graduate.
This week, students from Bear Creek, Golden and Wheat Ridge High Schools spent time shadowing healthcare professionals at Lutheran Hospital... Read more...
Supporters
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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, Sandra Dallas, Nanette Johnson, and Ella Lyons & Jeanne Fritch
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
