Calendar details for Thursday, Sep. 19th

CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS

When: All day

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AMERICAN MOUNTAINEERING MUSEUM
710 10th Street (map)
303-996-2755
Closed Saturday and Sunday and all Federal Holidays

THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM AND GRAVE
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road (map)
303-526-0744
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

The Buffalo Bill Story, Buffalo Bill's Death, The Americans, A Visit to the Wild West, Firearms, Kid's Cowboy Corral

COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
303-279-4591
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day

UPPER GALLERY
Center for Railroad Photography & Art Winners
Every year, the Center for Railroad Photography & Art holds a contest that attracts some of today’s finest and most creative photographers. Those who placed in this year’s program will have their photographs displayed at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden into 2023. The Museum’s goal is to showcase not only Colorado’s rich railroad history, but also the many creative people—around the world—who keep the spirit of railroading alive and well in the 21st century.

Without Words
Shining a spotlight on how railroaders have communicated over the years using sight, sound and code
LOWER GALLERY

New exhibit opening soon!

FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
822 12th Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas

Ed Hansen
(through October 13, 2024)
Realism in oil with Western themes

Joel Swanson: Orderings
(through November 3, 2024)
Through a diverse array of artworks that simultaneously embrace and challenge various approaches to ordering information, Swanson illuminates the subtle yet profound influence these systems exert on our perception of reality.

GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUM & PARK
923 10th Street (map)
303-278-3557
(Museum) CLOSED Sunday, Monday, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day

Clear Creek Room: The Heart of Golden
Surrounded by North and South Table Mountains, Clear Creek has drawn people to this area for millennia.

We Are Still Here: The Endurance of Native Jewels
In this exhibit, we define jewel as both a precious item as well as a woman of strength and importance. Explore how Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Featuring modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels, learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society. Not only are Native Americans still here; they have endured, and they are thriving.

Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Legendary People, andthe Touch Gallery. A new Jolly Rancher exhibit is in the works and will open in2025.

The Salon: Golden High School 150th Anniversary Exhibit

Golden History Park (11th & Arapahoe): The outdoor setting re-creates the look and feel of a late 1800's mountain ranch complete with gardens, a working blacksmith shop, schoolhouse and chicken coop (chickens included).

MINES MUSEUM
Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
303-273-3815
CLOSED New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas

The main floor exhibits feature specimens from many Colorado mining districts, other global localities and an introductory video on area geology. The Special Exhibit Room hosts prominent precious metal and invited displays. The main gallery also showcases historic mining murals by Irwin Hoffman.

The basement contains numerous exhibits regarding radioactivity, fossils, basic geology, gemstones, meteorites, ultraviolet minerals and underground mining illumination. The outdoor geologic trail features seven outcrops with various geologic and paleontological points of interest, including fossilized dinosaur tracks, logs and leaves.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM
200 Violet Street, Unit 140 (map)
303-277-0377
CLOSED New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

MAIN GALLERY
Photos, Pixels & Pizzazz: Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry
(through October 19, 2024)
Caryl is an influential, award winning quilt maker best known for her organic, curved seam designs, her scintillating use of color, and her multilevel illusions of light and motion. Her attention to detail has earned her a reputation for fine craftsmanship as well as stunning designs.

NORTHEAST GALLERY
Appliqué is My Super Power | Joan Duncan
(through October 19, 2024)
Everyone has something they are really good at, be it sports, cooking, games, decorating, etc. Joan happens to be very good at making quilts, and appliqué in particular.

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Live Workouts with Community Center Pros

When: All day

Our very own Group Fitness Instructors will be doing LIVE WORKOUTS!

In addition to our LIVE WORKOUTS with your Golden Community Center Fitness Instructors, We have added a YouTube Channel! If you can't make the LIVE workout you can still have your favorite instructor in your own home! We add previously recorded workouts everyday to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrni5jjFr8ip4eNUB63KIvA

If you are a Silver Sneaker Member you can also go to SilverSneakers FaceBook page and see live classes or their web page https://tools.silversneakers.com/ to sign in for On-Demand Classes!

Don't forget to check the LIVE Fitness Schedule for updates and links. https://groupexpro.com/schedule/726/?view=calendar

Golden Young Professionals Monthly Membership Meeting

When: 7:30AM
Where: Golden Welcome Center, 1010 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO

The Golden Young Professionals are a membership organization for up-and-coming professionals, ages 21-40, dedicated to building a better Golden.

Join us at our next monthly meeting! Guests are always welcome and the coffee is always hot!

Learn more and follow our Golden Young Professionals on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/goldenyoungprofessionals/

Baby Time - Registration Required

When: 9:15-9:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO

Help the littlest minds develop and grow. Bounce, sing, rhyme and read with your baby!

Registration required

Call In: Mid-Morning Meditation

When: 10-10:30AM

Call in from any location to alleviate stress, calm the mind, and focus on setting positive intentions with the Jefferson Center for Mental Health's weekly wellness meditation. Simply call 303-502-5189 to join. For previously recorded sessions, visit jeffcolibrary.org.

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Vaccine, License & Microchip Clinic

When: 3-4:30PM
Where: Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre Street, Golden, CO

Rabies: $25
Distemper/Parvo ((DA₂PPV): $25
Bordetella: $25
Microchip: $35
Licenses: $20 *
*Please note, licenses are required for all dogs 4 months and older within unincorporated Jefferson County and the cities of Arvada, Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required when renewing your license.
Please make sure your dog is on a leash. You will accompany your dog into the Community Room where staff will vaccinate your dog and provide you with your paperwork.

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Cheese Night with Cheese Ranch!

When: 4-11PM
Where: Mountain Toad Brewing, 900 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO

Join Mountain Toad Brewing and Cheese Ranch on the first Thursday of every month for a self guided cheese and beer pairing. Cheese plates are for purchase for $10 and suggested pairing will be offered for additional purchase. Every month is different and unique!

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Chicken Strips Dinner

When: 5-7PM
Where: American Legion Post 21, 500 9th Street, Golden, CO

$8 for chicken strips, salad/fruit, and dessert. Public is welcome!

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80s Throwback Bike Night

When: 5-9PM
Where: Avalanche Harley Davidson, 18425 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO

Cheap dinner and cheap beers
Momma T's Mexican Food
Delta Sonic - Live Band

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Run Club

When: 6PM
Where: Runners Roost, 2120 Ford Street, Golden, CO

3-5 Mile no-drop runs for all paces.

Join us for some casual miles around Golden and drinks after!

Free parking is available at Runners Roost Golden for all participants. Contact goldenrunnersroost.com with any questions about routes, pace, or other details. ALL are welcome!

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Meet & Mingle Community Gathering

When: 6PM
Where: New Loveland Mine Park, 1309 5th Street, Golden, CO

Come and meet others from Golden in an effort to build new connections to strengthen our community!

The events will be a casual gathering where we will provide the opportunity for people to talk one-on-one with someone new.

Snacks, beverages, and conversation tips (for those who want them) will be provided.

Registration is encouraged but not required.

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Golden Game Guild Mini Paint Night

When: 6-9PM
Where: Golden Game Guild, 1209 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO

Come in and paint your minis! This casual event is designed to offer a time for mini painters to come and paint together! Bring your own paints or use ours! Our library features complimentary paints for you to use while you are here!

Admission: $10 / $5 for Students

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