Community Calendar 2008
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Page 1: Public Events 2008 in Jefferson County, Colorado
All Summer: “Golden in the 1920s,” Golden Pioneer Museum exhibit of prohibition, fashion, jazz, transportation and the Ku Klux Klan. 923 Tenth St, Golden. 303-278-7151 www.GoldenPioneerMuseum.com
Lookout Mountain Nature Center offers a full schedule of Naturalist Guided Programs. 910 Colorow Road, Golden 80401. 720-497-7600 http://Jefferson.lib.co.us
Jefferson County Public Library offers workshops on digital photography and book discussion groups. http://Jefferson.lib.co.us
June 7: Fishing Derby for Kids at the Lions Park pond in Golden 9-11am sponsored by the American Legion Taylor-Miller Auxiliary Post 21 and local businesses. There is no charge but bring your own bait and poles. Prizes are awarded for various categories of fish caught and for the best Huck Finn and Becky Thatcher look-alike.
June 7: Arvada Trail Days - hosted at Majestic View Nature Center and Community Park, 7030 Garrison and at Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 80th east of Kipling. Free family fun celebrates boutiful natural resources of Arvada. 10am-2pm. www.Arvada.org
June 10: Hair, Halos & Hats, women’s history through headwear during lunch at Lakewood’s Heritage Center Schoolhouse. Noon - 2 pm. 303-987-7850.
June 11: “Views of the Himalaya” Opening of photo exhibit 5:30 - 7pm, followed by a speaker panel about the cultural, geographical and geopolitical landscape of the Himalayan region. $15. American Mountaineering Museum www.bwamm.org
June 13-15: Annual Evergreen Rodeo! Railbenders concert, parade on Saturday, rodeo includes mutton bustin’, bareback riding, steer wrestilin, and much more! www.EvergreenRodeo.com
June 14: 7th Annual Kids Fishing Contest at Arvada/Blunn Reservoir, 18915 W. 64th Pkwy, Arvada 80007. Begins at 6am for fish to be weighed and measured before 11:45am and prizes given at noon. 720-898-7416 www.Arvada.org
June 14:Wild West Auto Roundup contest with entertainment along Wasihngton Avenue in Golden. Sponsored by Downtown Merchants Association.
June 14: West Metro Fire Rescue’s annual Family Fire Muster at Red Rocks Community College. Children have fun and learn about safety with hands-on activities. Refreshments are free, 9:30am-2pm. 13300 West 6th Ave, Lakewood 80228.
June 14: “International” Rhubarb Festival Pancake Breakfast and rhubarb cooking contest during a mini “people’s fair” at Pine Grove, in Southwest JeffCo.
June 14 & 15: Father’s Day Steam-Up at Colorado Railroad Museum, historic narrow gauge passenger train powered by steam or diesel will run every 20-minutes from 10am to 4pm. 303-279-4591 www.CRRM.org
June 17: “E11, The Hardest Traditional Rock Climb” award-winning film about climbing Everest, American Mountaineering Museum, doors open 6:15. Film at 7. FREE.
June 17: Board of County Commissioners continue hearing testimony on possible JeffCo Public Library becoming an independent district. 5:30 pm
June 19: “All that Glitters,” Jewelry Appraisal & Luncheon at Humphrey Museum. Steven Bewley of William Crow Jewelers will appraise one piece of jewelry per person. Seating is limited to 30 people. Tickets are $25. 303-674-5429 www.HMPM.org
June 21: Model T Day at Hiwan Homestead to celebrate he 100th anniversary of the car that changed history. See antique Model Ts. Enjoy period costumes and music! 11am - 2pm. 303-674-6262 http://Jeffco.us/OpenSpace
June 21: Annual Community Weed Day at Evergreen Lake. Volunteers help maintain a healthy habitat for native plants, birds and wildlife. Refreshments at 8 am help begin pulling noxious weeds around the lake by 11 am. Bring garden gloves and diggers to learn from weed experts and enjoy fellow nature lovers. www.dipper.org
June 21 & 22: Gold Strike Festival in Olde Town Arvada, non-stop music, fun, food, 100 vendors, and much more. www.HistoricArvada.org
June 22: JeffCo Historical Society annual brunch at The Bistro at Marshdale, 27376 Spruce Lane (off Hwy 73). Presentations by Hank Alderfer and Bud Weare. $15. 303-674-9639
June 25: Bike to Work Day! Breakfast stations are available metro-wide to support commuters with the opportunity to experience healthy transportation. Log onto www.drcog.org
June 26: An evening with Gary Hart. The former U.S. Senator (and Kittredge resident) will sign copis of his new book, “Under the Eagle’s Wing—A National Security Strategry of the United States for 2009.” Columbine Public Library, 7706 W. Bowles, Littleton 80123. Seating is limited to 85, so reservations are required for JeffCo Library Foundation 303-275-2240. $12
June 27: Good News Golden Social sponsored by Golden Civic Foundation, at American Mountaineering Center, 710 Tenth Street. $15 per person for tour, food, beverages. 5 - 9 pm. Reservations by June 20 303-278-9697 or 303-279-3113
June 28: Evergreen Garden Tour. Visit six exquisite gardens and enjoy speaker Charles Mann speaking on “Art, Gardening, and Photography” at lunch at Evergreen Fire Department Auditorium. 10 am - 3 pm. Tickets are $15. 303-679-6301 www.EvergreenGardenClub.org
June 28-29: Conifer Heritage Festival, organized by Conifer Alliance for Heritage & Art (AHA), at the Village at Conifer-Aspen Park, the Raven’s courtyard, 25577 Conifer Road. 50 artisans and quilt makers will display their work. Each visitor will identify their home and significant historical landmarks on a huge Conifer map. Bring historic photos to be scanned for the Conifer archive. 303-838-2118 KnitKnook@q.com
July 4: Golden Lions Park 37th Celebration—the real old fashioned patriotic celebration: Free rides and games for kids; Food and drinks available all afternoon; Three bands will perform; great fireworks after dark; around 9 p.m. The raffle of over 200 great prizes donated by Golden businesses and generous individuals starts at 1 p.m.; Grand Prize $1000 donated by the Golden Lions Club. Tickets $1 each or book of 10 for $5.
July 4: Evergreen 27th Annual Freedom Run to benefit Mt. Evans Hospice and Home HealthCare. Walk, run, stroll, or cheer from the sidelines! After the race, participants and their families enjoy great refreshments, music and prizes. 303-674-6400 www.MtEvans.org
July 4: Arvada Celebration with Fireworks at Stenger/Lutz Complex!
July 5: Dinosaur Discovery Day free public tour day with volunteer guides at Dinosaur Ridge, near Morrison. Walk up from the Visitor Center or ride the Vanosaurus bus up to hear guides explain the sites as you walk back; 10:30-2:30pm. 16831 W. Alameda Parkway. 303-697-3466x13 www.DinoRidge.org Grand Opening at 1 pm of Trek Through Time (new exhibit hall), Visitor Center. 303-697-3466x13 www.DinoRidge.org
July 5: Golden Super Cruise. Hundreds of cars cruise downtown and on SouthGolden Road. Music. 6-9pm
July 8: Basins of Silver, mining history of Silverston,Las Animas Mining District, during lunch at Lakewood’s Heritage Center Schoolhouse. Noon - 2 pm. 303-987-7850.
July 11-13: Bandimere Speedway 29th Annual NHRA POWERade Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals.
July 11 - 13: Irish Festival at Clement Park! Music by Gaelic Storm, Solas, Barra Macneils, The Elders, Cathie Ryan, Town Pants, David Kincaid, Colcannon, Molly Magpies, Potcheen, Skean Duhb, River Run, Gob’s O’Phun, Empty Pockets, Michael Collins Pipe Band, Crabshack Houseband, Canned Haggis, DaTinmen, Juice O’ the Barley, The Commoners, Celtic Winds, Star Edwards, Ceol Ceili. There will also be plenty of Irish Dancing, Pipe Band Competition, Irish Sports, Cultural Village & PubKids Area, a Celtic Marketplace, and “Room with a View”! 7306 W Bowles Ave, Littleton. Friday 5-10pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am-10pm. Children under 12 Free All Weekend. Information and discounted advance tickets available at www.ColoradoIrishFestival.com
July 12: Weed pull at Bear Creek Lake Park, 8am-1pm. Volunteers remove weeds learn at educational booths before enjoying a fantastic lunch! www.voutdoors.org
July 14: Adult Summer Tea at Hiwan Homestead Museum, Evergreen
July 16: The Western Heritage Show and Westernaires Museum Tour is July 16. 303-279-3767 www.Westernaires.org
July 17: Colorado Railroad Museum sponsors a summer evening for Golden Chamber of Commerce members. Tour historic rail cars, round house, exhibits, gift shop! RSVP 303-279-3113 www.CRRM.org
July 19: Short hike at Triceratops Trail in Golden. Meet at Dinosaur Ridge Visitor Center , 10 am. www.DinoRidge.org
July 19: Frontier Cooking Workshop at Clear Creek History Park. 10am-4pm. Learn woodstove cooking and enjoy eating the handwork. Pre-registration required. 303-278-3557 www.ClearCreekHistoryPark.org
July 23-27: Buffalo Bill Days. Food, fun, arts, crafts, entertainment, golf tournament, BBQ. Wild West Show, a huge parade, games for kids, and more! Parfet Park, 10th and Washington in historic downtown Golden. www.BuffaloBillDays.com
July 26 & 27: German Fest with the Original Lausitzer Show & Dance Band from Germany, Denver Kickers Sports Club, 16776 W 50th Ave, Golden. July 26: “Die Originale Lausitzer Blasmusikanten spielen beliebte Heimat-Melodien & Taenze.” July 27: Bavarian & Oimtaler Schuhplattlers, The Turnverein Chorus & HS Students. 303-279-279-9097 or 303-202-3642.
July 26 & 27: 8th Annual Colorado Dragon Boat Festival at Sloan’s Lake Park, Sheridan Blvd & 17th Ave., Edgewater. http://cdbf.org
July 28: Children's Summer Tea & Party at Hiwan Homestead Museum, Evergreen
Golden Outdoor Film and Music series: Families are invited to bring a picnic supper, listen to the music, and settle in for a film under the stars. Music starts at 7:00pm followed by the movie at dusk (around 8:30pm) FREE! Parfet Park at the SE corner of 10th and Washington in Golden. For more information visit www.goldengreat.org.
August 1 Movie: Over the Hedge; Music: Rob Drabkin
August 8 Movie: American Graffit; Music: Eddie Clendening & the Blue Ribon Boys
August 15 Movie: Karate Kid; Music: Flock of Beagles
August 22 Movie: Secondhand Lions; Music: Loose Cannon Bluegrass
August 1, 8, 15, 22: Flicks in the Square at Olde Town Arvada. www.HistoricArvada.org
August 2: Miss Colorado Senior America Pageant. Women 60+ step into the spotlight and demonstrate their talent and philosophy of life. 1:30 pm, Lakewood Cultural Center.
August 2: Dinosaur Discovery Day (see June 7) www.DinoRidge.org
August 9: Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon. Begins 8 am at Georgetown Lake at 8,000 feet altitude and ends at Clear Creek Golddiggers Football Field in Idaho Springs at 7,200 altitude. The $50 entry funds scholarships, sports, and other activities of Clear Cree Middle and High Schools. 303-674-7449 Info@gtishalf.org
August 9: Tea on the Farm, a Ladies Afternoon Tea in the restored 1930s farmhouse at Lakewood Heritage Center. 1-2:30 pm By reservation only 303-989-7850.
August 12: Lynching in Colorado, 1859-1919, with historian Stephen Leonard, during lunch at Lakewood’s Heritage Center Schoolhouse. $15. Noon - 2 pm. 303-987-7850.
August 16: A Night in the Park hosted by Mountain Area Land Trust from 6 to 10 pm. This outdoor picnic at Alderfer Three Sisters Park in Evergreen features guided bike rides and hikes followed by ccocktails, hors d' oeuvres, a silent auction, music and dinner under the Big Tent. Tickets are $65 general admission and $100 for patrons. 303-679--950 www.SaveTheLand.org/night
August 16: .K Endurance Challenge at Olde Town Arvada. Colorado’s shortest footrace to support Ralston House; live music; overstuffed gift bags; all are welcome including strollers and crawlers. 720-898-6745
August 23-24: Evergreen Fine Arts Festival at Heritage Grove next to Hiwan Homestead Museum. Many consider this the highest quality at reasonable prices.
September 5 - 7: Harvest Festival at Olde Town Arvada. Parade, food fair, harvest fair, talent show and 100 vendors for food, services and festive goodies.
www.HistoricArvada.org
Sepember 6: Dinosaur Discovery Day at Dinosaur Ridge, 16831 W. Alameda Pkwy, Morrison 80465. 303-697-3466 www.DinoRidge.org
September 7: 7th Annual Big Chili Cook-Off, Music and Arts Festival, to support mountain area fire districts. 75 chili cooks! 35 artists! 5 live bands! Evergreen Lakehouse. www.BigChili.org
September 7: Art for the Mountain Community Picnic, Humphrey Museum, 3-6pm.
September 9: Dinosaur Discovery Day with JeffCo Public Library’s Knott’s Kids reading program, Dinosaur Ridge Visitor Center.
September 20: Bavarian Night at the Croquet Court. Dance to the music of the fabulous “Rhinelanders Band,” eat German food and an Oktoberfest celeration. 6-9pm. Humphrey Museum, 303-674-5429 www.HMPM.org
September 21: Second Wind Fund Walk/Run/Ride begins at Green Mountain High School, 13175 W. Green Mtn Dr., Lakewood 80228. Second Wind is a special fund of the Jefferson Foundation, and generates programs to prevent teen suicide. www.theSecondWindFund.org
October 2-5: Colorado Environmental Film Festival—an inspiring and energizing event of world-class environmental films, exhibition of local and national organizations and companies, topical forums and discussions, and a children's environmental film program. For people who value the natural world and share a passion for the power of film. $5, American Mountaineering Center, 710 Washington, Golden 80401 www.ceff.net
October 4 & 5: Lakewood Cider Days. Apple lovers have gathered at Lakewood’s Heritage Center in Belmar Park to celebrate making cider for 33 years! There is a tractor pull and apple bake-off, children’s barrel train rides, hayrides, and games with apples. Buy cider by the glass or gallon, or bring your homegrown apples to be made into cider! 801 S. Yarrow St, Lakewood 80226. 303-987-7850 • www.Lakewood.org (select Cider Days in search box)
October 11: Festival of Scarecrows at Olde Town Arvada. Pumpkin patch with scarecrows of all shapes and sizes, costumed kids in parade; navigate a corn maze; find a perfect pumpkin; Vote for your favorite scarecrow. www.Historicrvada.org
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