Golden, CO

1920’s Dance in Golden

Many people would agree that the 1920’s were a golden age; the music, the dance moves, the movie stars, the clothing. Take a trip back to simpler times this weekend at the Golden Gate Grange’s Prohibition Dance! Located off of Golden Gate Canyon Rd, Golden Gate Grange is sponsoring a roaring, 1920’s themed dance on Saturday, February 11^th from 8 to 10pm.

You and your valentine will dance to the lovely sounds of the Prohibition Six Jazz Band. The jazz and swing songs will get your and yours in the mood to show off your buckle shoes as you dance the Charleston. The Six have been playing vintage jazz and swing of the 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s for over 30 years! Don’t worry if you can’t dance; the Prohibition Six Jazz Band is a well-oiled machine that should not be missed. After a round or two on the dance floor, swing by the refreshments to catch your breath.

Show your Valentine a good time by coming to the Golden Gate Grange Prohibition Dance this weekend, outside of downtown Golden. Advanced dance tickets are $10 or you can pick up tickets the night of the dance for $12.50. Period clothing is optional but expect to see some Golden-ites busting out their pin curls, rolled down stockings, spats, and top hats!

25201 Golden Gate Canyon Rd, Golden 303 239-6789 or 303 277-1933

1920’s Dance in Golden

Valentines Day in Golden

Valentines Day is fast approaching! Don’t expect the simple Valentines Day box of chocolates or a boring Valentines dinner for two. We have you covered because Golden has many great places to celebrate friends and family. Golden is also a great town to meet up with new friends or old friends during the holiday. Who knows, you may even a new Valentine of your own!

Start your Valentines Day off right by getting outside! Golden has dog parks, city parks, paths, and more to get you out into the sunshine and fresh air. Handholding and casual strolling is permitted. Next, check out the Valentines Day deals in downtown Golden. You and your special someone could grab a cup of coffee, pop into your favorite shop, or pick up necessities for the rest of the day. If you are looking for a gift for him, check out the Coors Brewery, Bent Gate, or Big Ring Cycles. For her try Red Wagon, Fleur-De-Lis, or Bloom Boutique. The Golden Library will be having their Sweetheart Book Sale too!

Get relaxed! Golden is home to a variety of spas so you can pamper yourself or someone you love. In the evening, why not stop into Art on the Brix to get creative? Have a glass of wine while you learn to paint your Valentine! If you are musically inclined, stop by the Buffalo Rose for an open mic night with Led By Design. Find your center together at the Heart of Oneness center for Buddhist meditation. If you are still in the mood for a Valentines Day dinner, restaurants around town will be hosting special deals. Finally, if you are looking for the ultimate luxuries check in with Table Mountain Inn or the Golden Hotel for Valentines day specials for two. Make plans for Valentines Day in Golden today!

Valentines Day in Golden

Coffee with a Counselor in Golden

Be active in your community!! Saturday, February 4^th, Golden city Counselors will be meeting with the you to discuss the issues facing Golden today. This is a wonderful opportunity to try some wonderful coffee and meet with the people in charge. If there is something you would like to see done in Golden, if you have concerns or questions, or if you would just listen into the Counselors responses, stop by Read, Write, and Brew at 9:00am this Saturday.

You will be so glad you stopped in for your morning cup of coffee at Read, Write, and Brew which is located on Golden Ridge Road. Counselors Saoirse Charis-Graves, Marcia Claxton, and Joe Behm are coming together at this wonderful coffee and bookstore for an honest and relaxing morning of discussion. The topics are up to you, as long as they involve Golden! With a handful of years in the service of Golden communities, each counselor understands the need to protect, promote, and prepare our town. This is an amazing opportunity to ask those questions on your mind. How will Golden handle the increase of people with the completion of the light rail? What afterschool programs are available at my local, Golden school? Then sit back, sip your coffee, and enjoy the discussion.

After your coffee and counselor chat, wander the shelves to find a literary treasure. If coffee is not your thing, there is so much more to choose from on the Read, Write and Brew menu. The specialty coffee drinks are matched by teas, fruit drinks, soda, and more. Hungry? Try a breggo or a breakfast burrito. The best way to support the community in Golden is to frequent local, coffee shops like Read, Write, and Brew and to get involved! Come talk with your Golden city counselors this Saturday!

Saturday, February 4^th at 9:00am

720 Golden Ridge Rd, Golden 303.945.7447

Coffee with a Counselor in Golden

Dinosaur Ridge in Golden

As students of the Colorado School of Mines in Golden know, Golden has some of the best rock around. Geologists and paleontologists have been flocking to the hills around Golden for years in search of rocks and dinosaurs! In 1877, Arthur Lakes discovered a group of dinosaur fossils which started a huge interest in the area now know as Dinosaur Ridge. In 2012, Dinosaur Ridge is still home to many of the original fossils discovered at the site and is host to a number of tracks where people can discover more about the great dinosaurs that once roamed the Golden hills.

Located off of West Alameda Parkway, Dinosaur Ridge in Golden is an experience for the whole family. The indoor exhibit hall has information about the dinosaurs found in the area, what Golden looked like years ago, and more! Next, head out to the Dinosaur Ridge Trail. The Dinosaur Ridge Trail has 15 sites that include a series of over 300 dinosaur tracks, the beautiful geology of the Hogback, and the bone quarry. The bone quarry is the original site of Dinosaur Ridge in Golden and was where the world was introduced to the first stegosaurus. Visitors can actually touch the fossils as they are embedded in the rock which makes for an amazing experience!

Then, turn your feet toward the Triceratops Trail. Located off of 6^th Ave and 19^th St in Golden, this mile and a half hiking trail highlights a second set of dinosaur tracks that differ from those found on the Dinosaur Ridge Trail. These sets include tracks from Triceratops, which were the first of these tracks in the world. Also found are mammals, invertebrate, birds, and other dinosaurs which are around 68 million years old. Plant fossils were also found and gave paleontologists an idea of the swamp-like conditions of the Golden area millions of years ago.

Dinosaur Ridge has tours, a gift shop, events, rentals, and more interactive exhibits! Dinosaur Ridge also has volunteer opportunities available for your dinosaur fans. Take a walk in the footsteps of some of the largest and most majestic residents of long ago Golden. Visit Dinosaur Ridge today!

16831 W. Alameda Parkway, Golden 303.697.3466

Dinosaur Ridge in Golden

Lookout Mountain in Golden

Golden is so fortunate to have a plethora of clear days! If you have a clear day and are looking for something new to do, why not take a trip up Lookout Mountain in Golden. Lookout Mountain is so close, an easy drive, and has many activities for the whole family. On top of Lookout Mountain you will find the Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve, the Boettcher Mansion, Gift Shop, Wonderful Views and Hiking Trails that link to the Windy Saddle Parks, Beaver Brook Trail, and Buffalo Bill Gravesite and Museum.

The Lookout Mountain Nature Center should be your first stop to learn more about Lookout Mountain and the area around Golden. The educational exhibits and tours will teach you about local wildlife, the ponderosa pines, and how you can help to preserve the 110 acres of park land. If you have family visiting Golden, this would be the perfect start to a great trip!Tours of the Lookout Mountain area run quite often and groups or families are welcome to schedule private tours as well!

Did you know that the Lookout Mountain Nature Center was originally housed in the Boettcher Mansion in Golden? The Boettcher family donated the home and the land around Lookout Mountain to Jefferson County in 1968. In 1997, the Lookout Nature Center built its own location nearby using sustainable design, with earth friendly, recycled materials. The gift shop has books, toys and gifts for all the nature lovers in your family.

Many people come to Golden for hiking! Lookout Mountain is a great place to start or end a hike. The many hiking trails take you around the wooded mountainside, with the most beautiful views! Enjoy the lovely mountain views, but remember to take your camera for hte best scenic views of Golden! Bikes and dogs are not allowed on some of the trails, so make sure to check with your hiking guides or stop into the Lookout Mountain Center for more information. You can also help with the preservation of the Lookout Mountain lands by refraining from taking nature souvenirs including flowers, rocks, bugs, bones and etc. Take a trip up Lookout Mountain in Golden today!

910 Colorow Rd, Golden 720.497.7600

Lookout Mountain in Golden