Intel acquired 🕵️ …though through absolutely no sleuthing of my own. One of our flock members read last week’s newsletter and kindly reached out with The Golden Hotel’s Summer Music Series schedule. Thanks, Heather! ✨

Tiny caveat: they’re still finalizing a few details, but wanted to give Golden Goose readers an early peek at the summer music lineup. 👀

Plan ahead! Arts Week Golden is June 20-21 in Parfet Park (9am-5pm), and there will be 70 artist booths.

Additionally, the Golden Makers are sponsoring several FREE art classes the week leading up to Artsweek (June 15-19) at Foothills Art Center. Sign up for one of their free classes before they fill up!

(Not all of the classes below are part of Golden Makers so be sure to check the description.)

Dear readers, you may recall that I was quite tickled to learn about April’s Adult Book Fair (see prior post here). My inner scholastic-book-fair-loving ’90s child felt deeply seen. But now New Terrain has stepped things up another notch and, well… color me hot under the dust jacket. ☺️

📆 Mark your calendars: Sunday, June 14th @ 11am - 4pm (Free entry)

From New Terrain’s Event Page:

“It’s back… and things are getting a little hotter.

After the success of our first Book Fair for Adults, we’re turning it up a notch (or three) by spreading things out and taking the entire experience outside for a day of sunshine, stories, and just the right amount of spice. Wander into a space that feels nostalgic in all the best ways - rows of books to explore, makers to meet, new ink calling your name, and that familiar thrill of discovering something you didn’t know you needed; only this time, the pages are a little steamier and the drinks hit a little different.”

“The Miners Alley Performing Arts Center cut ticket prices by about 25% for their summer shows in response to higher costs of living” - The Colorado Sun

Miners Alley Performing Arts Center is lowering ticket prices for its summer shows in an effort to keep live theater accessible while everyday costs continue to climb. Current tickets for Pump Boys and Dinettes now range from $30–$45, with $15 rush tickets available for many unsold performances, and early response from patrons has been encouraging—donations increased after the theater announced the price cuts.

The article also highlights Miners Alley’s growth from a small upstairs theater into its new 14,000-square-foot home in the former Meyer Hardware building, complete with a lobby bar and plans for a black box theater, artist housing, and education space.

“Part of it is to make as many people as possible feel happy for a few hours, or at least moved in a positive way,” DeCaro said. “You should walk out feeling uplifted, inspired, not overwhelmed with everything going on.”

Signup for a Clear Creek Cleanup - Every Monday June 1 - September 14, volunteers meet on the creekside patio of the Golden Natural History Museum to clean up the river. Sign up for one week or all of them!

Vendors Needed at Deep Roots Winery - “Vendors needed for our Sip & Shop Sundays!”

Golden Utility Billing Email Change - “June's billing cycle will begin using a new email address for City of Golden Utility bills. The new email address is: [email protected] [yes, this is real]. Please add this to your safe senders list and/or your contacts. The City's new system may go to junk or spam, especially for Gmail account users. Be on the lookout to avoid missing your next bill.”

Summer Reading 2026: DinoSOAR Into Stories - Register now. Summer Reading runs June 1 – July 31 thorough the JeffCo public library. Register, log your progress, reach your goals, and earn amazing prizes.

Reminders:

Golden Bike Cruise - Tune up your bikes now because this Tuesday, we’re cruising! This monthly cruise kicks off the 2026 season with the theme “Outer Space” so don your moon boots, alien antennae, or galaxy glitter. Tin foil hats optional.

Summer Teen Ceramics Signup - Options offered in June, July, & August. “Designed for teens to build their skills with clay, explore interests, and spend time with people their age. All abilities are welcome in these workshops.”

Tribute Bricks Program - Only 14 available. “The Downtown Development Authority is excited to offer engraved Tribute Bricks, situated along Washington Avenue, right in the heart of downtown. Honor a loved one by marking their lasting legacy. It costs $100 per brick and comes with three lines of custom text.” Email [email protected] to purchase.

Ore Cart Update - Ore Cart's Silver Route will temporarily have a reduced schedule throughout the summer months, beginning today, Monday, May 18.