We have a new gazebo in Vanover Park! The gazebo, purchased by the Golden Lions Club in partnership with the City of Golden, commemorates Golden’s veterans. Please join the club in dedicating the new gazebo this morning at 11AM. The event will also commemorate 100 years of Lionism nationally, while the Golden Lions club is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Learn more….
Greenhouse Tour at Compass Montessori
Growing Spaces is hosting an Open House in partnership with Compass Montessori School and the City of Golden. Visit a 22′ Growing Dome and a 42′ Growing Dome. Learn how the City of Golden and Compass Montessori school are using the Growing Dome to re-introduce native plants to the area and teach students about organic gardening and sustainable technology. Visitors can access the Open House Special Offer and a giveaway for a $100 gift card to Sprouts. Learn more….
Ladybug Event at Natural Grocers
The ladybug has been deemed a fairy godmother for plants. In their lifetime of about one year, a ladybug can eat as many as 5,000 aphids, that’s almost 14 garden pests a day! Sadly, popular agricultural practices have contributed to the decline in ladybug populations. Learn how to protect this vital component of our ecosystem. By taking our pledge, and showing ladybugs and other insects some love, you can make an impact. Learn more….
Trash to Treasure Lab at the Library
All week long we’re celebrating sustainability and creativity. In this lab, we explore ways to give new life to old belongings. Bring in your old junk and repurpose it into something to treasure. Learn more….
Jazz Performance Tonight
West Side Live! has a concert tonight. The Queen City Jazz Band (QCJB) will be performing tonight as part of their 60th anniversary celebration! The QCJB performs a variety of jazz subgenres inspired by the great Jazz Legends of the mid-1900’s. They have a long list of clients and have shared the stage with some of Colorado’s best orchestras. Along with standard performances they also perform Gospel services and provide local outreach to schools. Tickets: $17. Learn more….
