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Saturday Special Train Rides at the Colorado
Railroad Museum
Make your Saturday special with a ride in the Goose
No. 7 or in a 19th century passenger coach pulled by
Locomotive No. 4. Every Saturday. Every
weekend, weather permitting, with departures every
20 minutes. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Train
fare: $4 Adults/Seniors, $2 Children. Ride
with us this Saturday and lose track of time. |
Colorado Railroad Museum |
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through July 19 |
Over the River & Through the Woods
Featuring the brilliant comedy team of Sue Leiser
and Roger Simon. Written by Joe Dipietro who
brought us "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change."
Directed by Rick Bernstein.
Don’t miss this uproarious, charming, and beautiful
story of family and love. Fridays & Saturdays
at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 6:00 p.m. July 19th
performance is at 2:00 p.m. Special
performance on Thursday, July 16th. No
performance on July 17th. Tickets:
$20. Senior, Student & Group rates available.
For reservations call 303-935-3044. Miners
Alley Playhouse celebrates its sixth year in
downtown Golden. We offer professional-quality
theatrical productions in our intimate 120-seat
theatre. Start off with a cocktail or fine glass of
wine from our full service bar. Enjoy the wonderful
artwork in our lounge gallery sponsored by The
Lakewood Arts Council. Then get ready for a
wonderful evening's entertainment as we present
theatrical productions from around the world...no
worries...they're all in English! For more
information visit
www.minersalley.com. |
Miners Alley Playhouse |
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through Aug 1 |
Reflections from the Past....Glimpses to the Future
Delve into a journey through time exploring the
progression from early quilt making to latest
techniques. "15 Decades of Quilts" In celebration of the City
of Golden’s 150th Anniversary, RMQM will feature
quilts from the pioneer days to present day. This
exhibit honors traditions of early quilters by
showcasing the technique and fabrics of each decade.
The progression illustrates various points of
influence and changes in
quilting thru pictorials, colors and patterns.
"Water Challenge" by the Professional Art Quilt
Alliance. This eighth PAQA Challenge explores
“WATER”, with a collection of 75 small quilts. The
quilts illustrate an amazing array of techniques and exquisite fabrics.
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$6.00.
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum,
1111 Washington Avenue. |
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum |
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through Aug 2 |
Charles Parson: Personal Echoes on the
Horizon
View the singular poetic vision of Colorado artist,
Charles Parson. In Parson's 55th solo exhibition, he
will translate his fascination with the western
landscape, the horizon, and our personal place
within it. See the finished product from sketching
on-site in a natural environment to sculptures and
works by Parson. We invite you to enjoy,
contemplate, and reflect within this one-of-a-kind
exhibit. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $5.00.
Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street. |
Foothills Art Center |
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through Aug 4 |
The Good Old Days at Clear Creek History
Park
Join Pat Hughes at the Clear Creek History Park for
some fun activities, including ice-cream making,
gardening, and pioneer games, to name a few.
She’ll be ready to share her knowledge of the Clear
Creek History Park and her pioneer expertise with
anyone passing by. Tuesdays. 10:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m. Free. |
Golden History Museums |
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through Aug 9 |
Clear Creek History Park Guided Tours
Scheduled tours of the historic cabins and
school-house start at Meet at the East entrance. 20
person maximum per tour. Sundays. 11:00
a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m.
Tour included with Golden History Center and Astor
House Museum $6.00 combination ticket. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 7 - 9 |
Summer Art Camp for Youth - Superhero
Snapshot
Need something for the kids to do this summer?
Immerse them in art and creativity with the Summer
Art Camps at Foothills Art Center. Each Camp
is a three-day session offering a different topic
and theme. Materials included. Class
size limited to 15 students. Ages 8 and up.
Supervised 30 minute brown bag lunch. Tuesday
thru Thursday. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$110 per 3 days. Foothills Art Center,
809 15th Street. For more information about
each class, please visit our website
www.foothillsartcenter.org. Call
303-279-3922 today to make your camp reservations!! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 11 |
Watercolor Workshop II
This casual watercolor workshop is open to beginning
and intermediate students. The session will begin
with Lionel discussing design and a demonstration.
Lionel assists individuals with developing paintings
and a short critique ends the class. 9:30 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. $55 or $49.50 members.
Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street. |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 11 |
4-H Livestock Days at Clear Creek History
Park - Chickens
If you thought the donkeys at Clear Creek History
Park were fun last year, wait until you hear what’s
in store for this summer. Sheep, goats, rabbits,
cattle, and even more chickens are scheduled to
visit. Ever wonder what it takes to raise a
hog or what a cow smells like up close? This is your
opportunity to find out from local experts at
Jefferson County 4-H.
At least twelve 4-H families will be on-site at
Clear Creek History Park to showcase some of the
animals they’re raising for the Jefferson County
Fair held in August. Animals and their owners will
be around from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with
presentations at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Free. Animal demos will be held near the
corral and barn. For more information visit
www.goldenhistorymuseums.org
or call 303-278-3557. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 11 |
Blacksmith Demo Days
Golden had a local blacksmith as early as 1859, so
why stop now?
Join Matt O'Callaghan and other guest blacksmiths in
our blacksmith shop and watch them craft metal into
useful, everyday items. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free. Clear Creek History Park. Dates
and times are subject to change and weather
conditions. Please call to verify. 303-278-3557. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 11 |
Dinosaur Discovery Day: Bring Your Own
Fossil
Explore for dinosaur fossils on the trail and learn
about other fossils. Guides, including experts
from the Morrison Natural History Museum, will be
stationed along the trail to explain fossils and
answer questions. Hike free or take the shuttle bus
for $2 per person (5 and under ride free). Several
hands-on kids activities include excavating dinosaur
bones, sieving for tiny fossils, branding
Stegosaurus, and painting a free dinosaur track
replica to take home. Kids, bring a fossil
from home for us to identify! Take a real fossil
home (free). 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Free. Dinosaur Ridge Visitor Center and Trail. |
Dinosaur Ridge |
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July 11, 12 |
50th Anniversary Celebration
The Colorado Railroad Museum is commemorating 50
years of heritage with all the pomp and circumstance
due this great Iron Horse veteran of Colorado
railroad history. Witness the spectacular Train
Parade featuring Locomotive No. 346, the three
Galloping Geese – No. 2, 6, and 7, Pee Wee No. 3,
No. 50, No. 4 and Motorcar No. 10. All the local
dignitaries and folks with historical significance
will be on hand for this special salute to five
decades of achievement. Plus lose track of time with
steam-up train rides throughout the weekend with the
gentle rock of the rails reminding us of the
railroad memories of our lives. 9:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. Daytime celebration activities are
free to museum members; special event admission
applies for other guests for daytime activities.
Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue. |
Colorado Railroad Museum |
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July 14 - 16 |
Summer Art Camp for Youth - Time Travel
Textiles
Need something for the kids to do this summer?
Immerse them in art and creativity with the Summer
Art Camps at Foothills Art Center. Each Camp
is a three-day session offering a different topic
and theme. Materials included. Class
size limited to 15 students. Ages 5 to 7.
Supervised 30 minute brown bag lunch. Tuesday
thru Thursday. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$110 per 3 days. Foothills Art Center,
809 15th Street. For more information about
each class, please visit our website
www.foothillsartcenter.org. Call
303-279-3922 today to make your camp reservations!! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 18 |
Watercolor Workshop II
This casual watercolor workshop is open to beginning
and intermediate students. The session will begin
with Lionel discussing design and a demonstration.
Lionel assists individuals with developing paintings
and a short critique ends the class. 9:30 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. $55 or $49.50 members.
Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street. |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 18 |
4-H Livestock Days at Clear Creek History
Park - Cattle
If you thought the donkeys at Clear Creek History
Park were fun last year, wait until you hear what’s
in store for this summer. Sheep, goats, rabbits,
cattle, and even more chickens are scheduled to
visit. Ever wonder what it takes to raise a
hog or what a cow smells like up close? This is your
opportunity to find out from local experts at
Jefferson County 4-H.
At least twelve 4-H families will be on-site at
Clear Creek History Park to showcase some of the
animals they’re raising for the Jefferson County
Fair held in August. Animals and their owners will
be around from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with
presentations at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Free. Animal demos will be held near the
corral and barn. For more information visit
www.goldenhistorymuseums.org
or call 303-278-3557. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 18 |
Hands-On Woodstove Cooking
Drop in and learn the art of cooking on a woodstove
with our master of the domestic arts, Linda Griffin.
Help her cook up a storm in the Pearce Cabin as you
learn what went in to putting dinner on the table
for a frontier family. At Clear Creek History Park.
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. $5 suggested donation for
materials (cash only). No pre-registration required. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 21
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Art Through the Pages - Art Book
Club
Introducing a book club that will explore
art through the eyes of an artist, featuring a book
that is integral to Charles Parson’s concepts and
inspiration.
Refreshments served. 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
$10 plus cost of discounted book. Call
303-279-3922 for more information and to reserve
your space! Limited to 15 participants.
Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street. |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 21 - 23 |
Summer Art Camp for Youth - Recycled Art
Need something for the kids to do this summer?
Immerse them in art and creativity with the Summer
Art Camps at Foothills Art Center. Each Camp
is a three-day session offering a different topic
and theme. Materials included. Class
size limited to 15 students. Ages 8 and up.
Supervised 30 minute brown bag lunch. Tuesday
thru Thursday. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$110 per 3 days. Foothills Art Center,
809 15th Street. For more information about
each class, please visit our website
www.foothillsartcenter.org. Call
303-279-3922 today to make your camp reservations!! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 25 |
Blacksmith Demo Days
Golden had a local blacksmith as early as 1859, so
why stop now?
Join Matt O'Callaghan and other guest blacksmiths in
our blacksmith shop and watch them craft metal into
useful, everyday items. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free. Clear Creek History Park. Dates
and times are subject to change and weather
conditions. Please call to verify. 303-278-3557. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 25 |
SCFD Family Free Day
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Gallery Discussion with Charles Parson
- 11:00 a.m. Youth Art Activities - 11:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free. Foothills Art
Center, 809 15th Street. Thank you to the SCFD
funding that provides these FREE days to our
community! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 25 |
Saddle Club at the Corral during Buffalo
Bill Days
As part of Buffalo Bill Days, the Clear Creek
History Park will be hosting members of the Buffalo
Bill Saddle Club. So stop by to meet and greet some
equines while learning from a few experts.
After the Parade – 2:00 p.m. |
Golden History Museums |
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July 27 - 31 |
Kids' Film Camp - Docuwest Film Festival
This expressive summer camp will focus on teaching
students the art of filmmaking. Our budding
filmmakers will collaborate and create a one- to
three-minute short film. All filmmakers will have
their works debuted during the first annual DocuWest
Film Festival which takes places August 6-9 in
Golden. Ages: 13-17 years. 9:30 a.m. to
3:30 p.m. daily. $600.00 for 5 day camp and
1-3 minute film you will take home. Foothills
Art Center, 809 15th Street. Call
303-279-3922 to reserve your spot! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 28 - 30 |
Summer Art Camp for Youth - Mythical
Creatures
Need something for the kids to do this summer?
Immerse them in art and creativity with the Summer
Art Camps at Foothills Art Center. Each Camp
is a three-day session offering a different topic
and theme. Materials included. Class
size limited to 15 students. Ages 5 to 7.
Supervised 30 minute brown bag lunch. Tuesday
thru Thursday. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$110 per 3 days. Foothills Art Center,
809 15th Street. For more information about
each class, please visit our website
www.foothillsartcenter.org. Call
303-279-3922 today to make your camp reservations!! |
Foothills Art Center |
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July 31 - Sept 13 |
Enchanted April
Directed by Richard H. Pegg
Two frustrated English housewives travel to Italy
for a holiday from their bleak marriages. Recruiting
two other women to share costs and the experience,
all four rediscover themselves in very unexpected
ways. Don’t miss this Tony Award-nominated play.
A show that leaves you positively glowing.
nytheater.com.
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 6:00
p.m. Sept. 13th performance is at 2:00 p.m. Tickets: $20. Senior, Student &
Group rates available. For reservations call
303-935-3044. Miners Alley Playhouse
celebrates its sixth year in downtown Golden. We
offer professional-quality theatrical productions in
our intimate 120-seat theatre. Start off with a
cocktail or fine glass of wine from our full service
bar. Enjoy the wonderful artwork in our lounge
gallery sponsored by The Lakewood Arts Council. Then
get ready for a wonderful evening's entertainment as
we present theatrical productions from around the
world...no worries...they're all in English! For more information visit
www.minersalley.com. |
Miners Alley Playhouse |
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