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🌱 Patch AM: Ready for Gorman Lake? Why Golden hikers should go right now
Spotted on the Golden calendar: Sunday Swing
Good morning to you Golden! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Ready for Gorman Lake? Why Golden hikers should go right now
Also on today's calendar: Mystery Night @ New Terrain Brewing Co and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 89, low: 66.
- Saturday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 88 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Now is the time to hike to Gorman Lake (thespec.com) — If you're in Golden and itching for a late-summer alpine hike, Gorman Lake is finally in prime condition and just 35 minutes away. The writer shares timing tips, road and vehicle advice, and what to expect on the 5.8-kilometre trail, emphasizing that now is the moment before snow and seasonal changes return. You can find more local trail details at Goldenhikes.ca. 
📸 Around Golden
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Golden
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★ Featured events ★
- Sunday Swing →
Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Ave, Golden
4:00 pm
Sunday September 13
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Other local events
- Mystery Night @ New Terrain Brewing Co →
New Terrain Brewing Company, 16401 Table Mountain Pkwy, Golden
6:00 pm - Kittredge Canyonfest →
Kittredge Community Park, 26440 CO-74, Kittredge
10:00 am - Baby Goat Nights 2026 - 9/9 →
New Terrain Brewing Company, 16401 Table Mountain Pkwy, Golden
5:00 pm
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Wednesday September 9
📣 Golden Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Open for Visitors →
Jefferson County, CO Calendar
8:00 am - GED Tutoring & Test Prep
Community Table 8555 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002
10:00 am - Wedding Site Tours →
Jefferson County, CO Calendar
5:00 pm - Smokin - Tribute to Boston →
Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Ave, Golden
8:00 pm - CLOSED on Mondays
Community Table 8555 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002 - Trivia at Mad Macks →
Mad Macks Brewery, 1921 Youngfield St #210, Golden
6:30 pm - FREE Laundry Services Now On Tuesdays
Community Table 8555 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002
3:00 am - Bingo at Mad Macks →
Mad Macks Brewery, 1921 Youngfield St #210, Golden
6:30 pm
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
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- Arbor View Senior Living — (303) 732-5909
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Looking for appliance repair recommendations.
We've got an oven that's very slow to heat and a noisy fridge fan. Thanks in advance! (Nextdoor Golden Valley)
- Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. posted a job opening for Sanitation Technician in Golden. Apply here.
- Vincit Group posted a job opening for Sanitation Team Member - Colorado Locations in Golden. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Golden here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lakewood
- Construction near Belmar Park still stalled amid lawsuits (denver7.com)
- Get Free Pokémon Trading Kit at Best Buy This Saturday (milehighonthecheap.com)
- Natural Grocers Continues 71st Celebration with Anniversary Afterparty -- Includes Specials, Giveaways & More! (milehighonthecheap.com)
Wheat Ridge
- Wheat Ridge police identify DoorDash driver wanted in King Soopers assault case (denver7.com)
Ok Golden! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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