Golden Community Corner
Colorado Thanksgiving 2008 - Turkey Day Events, Colorado Food Banks
It's the ideal time to "give back" to others in the Colorado community and help make some happy Thanksgiving wishes come true. Consider donating extra food to a local Colorado...
Read more...Council Votes Not to Change Holiday Display
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO - After more than an hour of public input and an hour of discussion by council members, the Golden city council voted not to change this year’s holiday display of...
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Volunteer Firefighter Program Receives National Award
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO - An innovative change in the way they recruit volunteer firefighters has earned the Golden Fire Department (GFD) national recognition. The International Association of...
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EarthTalk: Green-friendly holiday gift ideas and sources
Dear EarthTalk: Can you recommend some sources for toys and other holiday gifts that are both safe and not harmful to the environment? -- T.G.
Given the...
Effort to Protect Artifacts Results in Lawsuit
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO - In an effort to protect the artifacts and contents of the 70-year-old Golden Pioneer Museum, the City of Golden has been forced to file a lawsuit against the current...
Read more...Make a difference in Golden! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity
You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Golden area and around the...
Read more...10 ways to combat the red, white and post-election blues
No doubt about it – this has been one loooong election season.
Now that it’s over, don’t be surprised if you experience some...
News From Jefferson County - November 2008
from:Jefferson County, ColoradoHelping Those That Served Our Country
Take time this Veterans Day, November 11, 2008, to honor those who have served in our United States Armed Forces.
The...
EarthTalk: Eco-Psychology
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I caught the tail end of a discussion about “ecopsychology” recently on the radio, something about the negative impacts of people not communing with nature...
Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Golden Election Information and Polling Places
This year promises to be one of the biggest elections ever. Even in areas that have been offering early voting, lines on Nov. 4th could be longer than normal, so...
EarthTalk: Where do lead-tainted toys that have been recalled end up?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There has been a lot of news about lead-tainted children’s toys being recalled. Where are these toys ending up and are they creating pollution problems there? --...
Read more...An O. Henry Christmas
from:Miners Alley PlayhouseMiner’s Alley Playhouse presents An O. Henry Christmas A Christmas Musical Featuring "The Gift of the Magi" and “The Last Leaf”Adaptation, Music and...
Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Golden in a Tough Market
It's pretty much accepted fact that a Colorado home is one of the best investments you can make; but like many things in life, timing is everything.
...
EarthTalk: Will the LED light bulb dethrone the compact fluorescent?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the story with LED light bulbs that are reputed to be even more energy-efficient than compact fluorescents? -- T.E.
Perhaps the ultimate...
EarthTalk: Natural headache remedies
from:EarthTalk
Dear EarthTalk: Are there natural headache remedies that can get me off of Tylenol, Advil and other medicines whose side effects can be as bad as or worse than the pain that led...
Coping with the U.S. Financial Crisis
No doubt about it, the current economic situation in the US Financial Crisis is scary. But there are things each of us can do to protect ourselves and keep things from...
News From Jefferson County - October 2, 2008
from:Jefferson County, Colorado
Message to Voters: Be Prepared!
Contributed by Pam Anderson, Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder
As the 2008 Presidential Election quickly...
EarthTalk: Does inflating car tires with nitrogen help the environment?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is using nitrogen to inflate my car’s tires really better for the environment than using air? And if so, how? -- R.M.
Whether or not it...
City Sets Record Straight About Museum Decision
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO---The City of Golden has become aware that there may be confusion and fear surrounding the Sept. 11 City Council decision regarding the management of the three city...
Read more...Weekend Activities in and around Golden
Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy the...
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EarthTalk: Non-dairy milks
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There seems to be a large selection of soy and other non-dairy milks out there today, even right in the dairy sections of major supermarkets. Why should I opt for...
Read more...Don’t let dining out in the Golden area do you in!
Going out to eat in Golden and the surrounding area is one of life’s great pleasures. But too often, all those goodies on the menu can leave your waistline feeling a little,...
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EarthTalk: Lowering your carbon footprint
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I measure—and then improve—my overall “carbon footprint?” What are the major areas of one’s daily life that one measures? -- A.F.
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EarthTalk: Toxic household cleaners
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that household cleaners contain cancer-causing toxic ingredients. What should I do, then, to keep my house clean but also safe for my kids? --...
1 comment Read more...News From Jefferson County - September 3, 2008
from:Jefferson County, ColoradoSubmit Your Photos of Jefferson County!
Centennial Cone PhotographDo you have interesting or dramatic pictures of Jefferson County? Share them with our readers!
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EarthTalk: Aerosol sprays
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the deal nowadays with aerosol spray cans? I thought that the ozone-depleting chemicals used in them were eliminated back in the 1970s. Is this true? If...
Read more...Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Golden
They're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Golden,...
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Don’t let fuel costs around Golden drive you crazy
Lately, going to the gas station to fill up requires a stop beforehand to either take out a second mortgage…or sign over your firstborn (check here for updated gas prices in...
Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms in Golden, CO, Colorado Area
Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Golden and Jefferson County area.
When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing...
Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Golden, Colorado
Apple Picking Resource Guide - go Apple picking in Golden, Colorado!
Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Golden, CO area? This is where you can...
Back to School for Golden - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
Hey, Golden! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the schoolyear off right - and with more sanity - with the...
EarthTalk: The scoop on recycling container lids, tops and caps
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Everyone knows we should recycle metal, glass and plastic cans and bottles, but what about all the lids, tops and caps? I see people recycling plastic...
Read more...Council Listens To Public Comment On Al Jazeera Visit....
from:City Of GoldenCouncil Listens to Public Comment on Al Jazeera Visit,
City Manager Revokes Invitation to His Home
Golden,CO - Golden City Council listened to a large volume of...
EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over...
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EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil...
Read more...Golden Fine Arts Festival
from:Golden Fine Arts Festival
The juried festival is an open-air art gallery in a gorgeous foothills
setting adjacent to Clear Creek. More than 35,000 people attended the 2007
Golden Fine Arts Festival as...
EarthTalk: Concerns about plastic: Is Tupperware safe?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that plastic bottles are not always safe to reuse over and over as harmful chemicals can leach out into the contents. I’m wondering if the same...
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EarthTalk: Our next president's environmental agenda
from:EarthTalk
Dear EarthTalk: What are the major environmental issues that our next president, be it Obama or McCain, will have to confront? -- M.B.
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EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early puberty
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I heard that children are reaching puberty at earlier ages now and that it may have to do with environmental toxins and even their TV viewing habits. Can you...
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EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVs
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you...
Read more...The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!
In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetooths, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more important to our sanity.Slowing...
1 comment Read more...Golden Partners With Foundation To Set Future Course
from:City Of GoldenOrton Family Foundation Heart and Soul Initiative Helps Guide Golden's Community Vision
Golden, CO - What will Golden be like in 20 years? Will it be the place it...
EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer products
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are the best sources out there for environmentally friendly consumer products? I don’t want to have to drive all over creation for green laundry and other...
2 comments Read more...Golden Firefighter Receives National Heroism Award
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO - Volunteer Firefighter Engineer Doug Holschbach recently received Firehouse Magazine’s Heroism and Community Service Award for his actions in a lifesaving effort...
Read more...Jefferson County Newsletter - July 01, 2008
from:Jefferson County, ColoradoJefferson County's Budget Prioritization Featured in Magazine :
Jefferson County is featured on the cover of the June issue of Public Management magazine, published by...
EarthTalk: Greener computer choices
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My old computer finally bit the dust and I am in the market for a replacement. Are there any particularly “green” computers for sale these days? --Brian S.
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EarthTalk: Nontoxic ways to deal with carpenter ants
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: In renovating a cabin, I discovered carpenter ants working their way through the walls. Is there any way to responsibly get rid of the pests without using noxious...
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EarthTalk: Alternatives to toxic mosquito repellents
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alternatives for keeping...
Read more...Golden Praises CDOT for Ending Northwest Corridor EIS
from:City Of GoldenGolden, CO - The City of Golden praised the release of a Colorado Department of Transportation white paper today ending the Northwest Corridor Environmental Impact Statement...
Read more...Golden Recognizes the Bicycle with Proclamation and Task Force
from:City Of Golden
Golden, CO - Golden Mayor Jacob Smith read a proclamation at the City Council
meeting May 22 recognizing today as National Bicycle Greenway Day in
the City of Golden. As part...
Jefferson County Newsletter - May 30, 2008
from:Jefferson County, Colorado
Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority Holds First
Meeting
"The Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority is open
for business."
So...
EarthTalk: Sunscreen cautions
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are sunscreens safe? Which ones do you recommend that will protect my skin from the sun and not cause other issues? -- B.E., New York, NY
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Leading Fuel-Cell Company Moves to Golden...
from:City Of Golden
Leading Fuel-Cell Company Moves to Golden: Golden Fast Becoming Silicon Valley of Renewable Technology.
Golden, CO—Vehicle Projects LLC, a world leader in the engineering...
EarthTalk: Wetlands loss
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What is the status of wetlands in North America? Years ago I remember that wetlands loss, due to development and sprawl, was accelerating fast, but I haven’t...
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EarthTalk: Healthy fast food on the road
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I really want to eat healthy and organic but am constantly traveling and on the go. How can I eat fast food without having to always end up at McDonalds and Burger...
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EarthTalk: Green-friendly outdoor clothing
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m planning a summer backpacking trip and was hoping to buy some of the latest green-friendly outdoor clothing. Where the best options out there today that wear...
1 comment Read more...No One Hurt In Explosion, Fire At Manufacturing Facility
from:City Of Golden
Golden, Colo. - May 6, 2008: No one was injured after a forging furnace exploded at about 8:15 a.m. today at Goltra Castings, a manufacturing company that mass produces metal...
Two wheels are better than four!
Whether it’s a gutsy mountain bike, a sleek racer or your trusty Schwinn with the playing cards in the spokes, time to get out and see the world on two wheels.May is...
1 comment Read more...Jefferson County Newsletter - May 2, 2008
from:Jefferson County, Colorado
Take Your Child to Work Day
Jeffco participated in the
national Take Your Child to Work Day on April 24. More than 50 kids ages 8-13
attended a special afternoon...
EarthTalk: Wind power's progress
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How is wind power faring in the U.S. now? Is more of it coming on line and becoming a larger percent of the grid? And what about some of the highly publicized...
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JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!
from:JuneFit - Health and Fitness TipsMy motto is, "Stretching is for Everyday", and I do practice what I preach. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries...
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EarthTalk: Air travel's carbon footprint
from:EarthTalk
Dear EarthTalk: Are there any efforts underway to green the air travel industry? It seems to me that it must be one dirty business from a pollution standpoint. -- E.C.
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Golden Donates Fire Truck to Sanford Community
from:City Of Golden
Golden, Colo. - The San Luis Valley – which comprises more than 8,000 square miles in southern Colorado and represents the six most economically challenged counties in...
EarthTalk: Green Kids' Shoes
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve found environmentally friendly shoes for myself, but have had trouble finding similar shoes for my kids. Are they out there? -- Dawn M.
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EarthTalk: Energy drinks
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There are so many energy drinks on the market, but they all seem very high in sugar, coloring and preservatives. Are there any natural versions that offer a...
Read more...An Invitation to our Golden Community: BLOG ON!
Since this site is all about Golden, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...
EarthTalk: Recycling old clothes
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How or where can I recycle clothes that are too old or worn out for Goodwill?-- Tim
Just because that old shirt you used to love is too...
EarthTalk: Safety issues with gel hand sanitizers
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My pediatrician swears by those gel hand sanitizers for lowering the risk of my family getting sick during cold and flu season. But I’ve also heard that these...
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EarthTalk: Chemicals in scented candles
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I just read an article that said air fresheners contain chemicals that can cause health problems when inhaled. Are scented candles any better? -- Leanne C.
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A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Golden Community Site!
Welcome to Golden's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized –...
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EarthTalk: Greener computers
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: As an online gamer, I spend a lot of time in front of my computer. What’s the environmental impact? And are “greener” PCs available? -- Bob G.
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EarthTalk: Reducing food packaging waste
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Everybody says stop using plastic bags, but what about all the plastic, cellophane, cardboard and other materials used for packaging the food itself? What can we...
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EarthTalk: Environmental festivals and events
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I've been reading about various green festivals going on around the country and I want to attend some and get up to speed on environmental issues and products....
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EarthTalk: Earth-friendly chocolate
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I heard a reference to “Earth-friendly chocolate” and was wondering about what goes into chocolate that would raise environmental concerns. -- Ben M.
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Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Colorado!
Nothing says "summer" like spending time by the water. Sure, you could just flop on a towel and leave it at that…but why not make the most of your day in the...
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EarthTalk: Online green information
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are some of the best online sources of environmental information? -- Hip2bGreen
One of the best places to start in venturing out into...
EarthTalk: Cell phone towers and cancer
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My uncle worked for over a decade on the top floor of an office building with cell phone towers directly above him. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Is there...
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EarthTalk: Green mattresses and bedding
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that traditional mattresses and bedding can cause environmental and health problems, and if so, what alternatives are out there? -- Jay G.
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EarthTalk: Recycling items other than paper, plastic and glass
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Most of us know how to recycle paper, plastic and glass, but how do we find out about recycling the many other items we use that eventually break or die out, such...
Read more..."We're Losing Winter" Reports E - The Environmental Magazine
from:EarthTalkJanisse Ray, an outdoor recreation enthusiast in Danville, Vermont, got so frustrated when the West River hadn't frozen by last January that she donned a wet suit and floated...
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EarthTalk: Soda cans and global warming
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How much of an effect, if any, does the carbon dioxide in carbonated beverages have on global warming? -- Michael H.
A typical 12-ounce can of...
EarthTalk: New Year's Resolutions for Fighting Global Warming
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My New Year’s Resolution is to reduce my “carbon footprint” to help fight global warming. Do you have suggestions for ways I can make good on my promise? --...
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EarthTalk: Asbestos in vinyl tile floors
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My kitchen floor is vinyl, installed back in 1979. I am told the vinyl contains asbestos. Now it needs replacing. How do I safely remove the vinyl and what are...
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One Child, One Laptop, Endless Possibilities!
It’s a simple, yet profound concept: giving two billion kids in developing nations laptop computers – then watching them change the world.
The One...
EarthTalk: Compact fluorescent light bulbs
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Why aren’t compact fluorescent light bulbs taking over more quickly from incandescents, given their substantial energy-saving advantage? And what about recycling...
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EarthTalk: Upgrading to greener furniture
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m in the market for new furniture. What should I look for in natural furniture and where do I find it? -- Debbie
Along with...
Looking to hit the slopes in Colorado this winter?
When it comes to snow, there’s more to do with it than just making snowangels. Skiing – downhill or crosscountry – along with snowboarding are two great winter activities...
EarthTalk: Paving and road-building impacts
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: The impacts of all the paving that is done for new roads and parking lots must be considerable. Other than Joni Mitchell’s “They paved paradise and put up a...
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EarthTalk: Toxic chemicals in kids' toys
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I have been alarmed at recent news about dangerous substances in kids’ toys shipped to the U.S. from China, though I doubt that such concerns are limited to...
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EarthTalk: Greener cars on the horizon
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: We’ve all seen the current generation of hybrid cars, but what vehicles do the automakers have coming out that are even greener? -- Brian S.
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Earth Talk: Glossy magazine covers
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I would think that the glossy paper used by most magazines
is bad for the environment, yet most publishers still use it, even the outdoors
and environmental...
Honoring Our Hometown Heroes This Veterans Day in Golden CO
Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war officially ended in June of 1919 (with the
signing of the Treaty of Versailles)...
EarthTalk: Health questions surrounding the use of plastic bottles
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types
of plastic bottles can cause health problems?--Regina
Most types of plastic bottles are
safe to...
EarthTalk: Consider greening your driving habits instead of buying a new hybrid
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Short of buying a new hybrid or other "green" car, are there ways I can make my existing vehicle more eco-friendly? I bought my car recently and am not...
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Earth Talk - Getting large local institutions to recycle
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: The hospital I work at doesn’t recycle at all, not even plastic bottles and cans or food service trays. I was wondering how to get the facility to start up some...
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EarthTalk: Can air fresheners cause health problems?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that some ingredients in common air fresheners can cause health problems?-- Mike
Air fresheners are a $1.72 billion industry in the...
EarthTalk: Are Kitchen Garbage Disposals Earth-Friendly?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I was surprised to learn recently that some communities have outlawed kitchen-sink garbage disposals, at least in homes. I would have thought these machines were...
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Halloween happenings in and around Golden and Jefferson county
It’s time for spooks and spirits and things that go bump in the night (probably looking for the last Snickers bar in the Treat bag)! Halloween began with the ancient Celts,...
New Sports Website for teams and leagues in Golden
Sports is meant to be about fun, teamwork, skillbuilding and achievement… NOT endless phone calls, scheduling mix-ups and fundraising hassles. Now AmericanTowns – the online...
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EarthTalk: Avoiding polluted and endangered fish
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I find out which seafood to avoid if I am concerned about lessening my impact on the environment and avoiding consuming unhealthy pollutants? -- Pat
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Marketing Your Art
from:Foothills Art CenterMarketing Your Art
with Kathy Beekman
April 14 (Saturday)
10 am – 12 pm
Fee: $30 / FAC Member: $27
What is your market? Learn how to sell your art successfully....
Marketing Yourself As An Artist
from:Foothills Art CenterMarketing Yourself as an Artist
with Kathy Beekman
April 7 (Saturday)
10 am – 12 pm
Fee: $30 / FAC Member: $27
Successful artists not only sell their art, they...
Saturday Watercolor Workshop - Session II
from:Foothills Art CenterSaturday Watercolor Workshop
with Lionel Sanchez
Session II
March 24, 31 (2 Saturdays)
10 am – 4 pm
Fee $50 / FAC Member: $45
Each Saturday starts with Lionel...
Concepts And Critique In Painting - Session II
from:Foothills Art CenterConcepts and Critique in Painting
with Susan Elliott
Session II
March 22 - April 26, (6 Thursdays)
1 - 4 pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member: $99
Pat and Susan alternately teach...
Focus On Pastel Painting
from:Foothills Art CenterFocus on Pastel Painting
with Kathy Beekman
March 10 & 17 (2 Saturdays)
10am – 1pm
Fee: $70 / FAC Member: $63
A welcoming class for students with a working...
Abstracting the Still Life: Session II
from:Foothills Art CenterAbstracting the Still Life: Session II with Steve Tracy.
This six week session is open to new students or ones that wish to continuetheir work from Session I. Students taking...
Your Golden Real Estate Roadmap
It’s the place where you celebrate family gatherings, sleep late on the weekends and pour most of your money into. It’s the place where you live – and the right place has...
5 comments Read more...Looking for tickets to a hot local event?
Standing in line for tickets is a drag! Whether its a local sports event in the Golden area, that can’t-miss “reunion” concert halfway across Colorado or the latest ...
Read more...Great resources for local school information in & around Golden
Finding the right school for your child – then helping them get the most out of their education – produces as much pressure as, oh, say, being asked to host the Oscars ten...
1 comment Read more...Local Careers and Jobs in the Golden area - Use the web to find, search or post local jobs
Put down that red pencil and classified section and turbocharge your job search (or for that matter, your quest for the perfect employee) for a job in & around Golden,...
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EarthTalk: Giving babies nutritious food helps establish positive eating habits
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I want to give my baby fresh, organic food but I don't have the time to make her special meals. What options are out there? -- Marie
Babies deserve...
Eat Local! Great Resources in the Golden area
What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Colorado’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...
Read more...Saturday Watercolor Workshop - Session I
from:Foothills Art CenterSaturday Watercolor Workshop
with Lionel Sanchez
Session I
February 10, 17 (2 Saturdays)
10 am – 4 pm
Fee $50 / FAC Member: $45
Each Saturday starts with Lionel...
52 Ways to Save the Planet: #9: “Reduce Gasoline Consumption 20% - Improve your mpg rating”
A weekly series of common sense ways to reduce wasteful habits, while saving you time, money and…well, self respect.
Fact#1: In his 2007 State of the Union address,...
Liquid Acrylics And Watercolors Featuring Dr.Ph.Martins Products
from:Foothills Art CenterLiquid Acrylics and Watercolors featuring Dr.Ph.Martin’s products
with Betsy Buckner
February 2-3 (Friday, Saturday)
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member:...
Your Story—Memoir As Creative Writing
from:Foothills Art CenterYour Story—Memoir as Creative Writing
with Carolyn Campbell
January 22, 29, February 5, 12 (4 Mondays)
10am – 12pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member: $99
Each one of us...
Portrait And Figure Watercolor Techniques
from:Foothills Art CenterPortrait and Figure Watercolor Techniques
with Retha Boles
January 24 – February 28 (6 Wednesdays)
10 am – 3 pm
Fee: $210 / FAC Member $189
Intermediate and...
The perennial dilemma: Paper or Plastic?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: OK, once and for all, which is more environmentally friendly: paper or plastic at the grocery checkout? And is it true some communities are starting to ban plastic...
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EarthTalk: Improving the nutritional quality of school cafeteria food
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can we get schools to offer healthier and more eco-friendly cafeteria food to our kids? I don’t have time to bag a healthy lunch every day. -- Leslie...
Read more...5 Books In One Day
from:Foothills Art Center5 Books in One Day
with Jill Berry
January 20 (Saturday)
10 am – 4 pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member Fee: $99
Materials Fee: $15
Books are containers for ideas, photos,...
Concepts And Critique In Painting - Session I
from:Foothills Art CenterConcepts and Critique in Painting
with Pat Rucker
Session I
January 18 – March 1, (6 Thursdays)
1 - 4 pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member: $99
Pat and Susan alternately...
Encaustic Workshop
from:Foothills Art CenterEncaustic Workshop
with Mary Morrison
January 16 & 17 (Tuesday, Wednesday)
10 am – 3 pm
Fee: $110 / FAC Member: $99
This popular workshop will be just the jolt...
Abstracting the Still Life: Session I
from:Foothills Art CenterAbstracting the Still Life: Session I
with Steve Tracy
January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15
(6 Thursdays) 10 am - 3 pm
Fee: $135 / FAC Member: $121.50
Students of all...
In the market for a mortgage?
Adjustable rates, interest-only, points, no points, prime rates... all that monetary mumbo-jumbo can be overwhelming for most of us. Whether it’s a remodeling job of the home...
Read more...Explore Colorado: Aspen Art Museum
Founded in 1979, the Aspen Art Museum is known internationally for presenting world-class exhibitions of contemporary art from around the globe. The museum is housed in an...
Read more...Explore Colorado: Denver Art Museum
Since its beginnings in the 1890s as the Denver Artists’ Club, the Denver Art Museum has had a number of temporary homes, from the public library and a downtown mansion to a...
Read more...Find Some Star-Spangled Fun!
Happy birthday, America! The 4th of July is one of the most-anticipated holidays of the summer, with food, parades, and of course, fireworks!
...
A Day to Remember in Golden
For most of us, Memorial Day marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But dont let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach sand. ...
It's Easy Being Green! 10 Tips to Make Every Day Earth Day
Earth Day (April 22nd)was first officially celebrated in 1970, and
marks the start of the modern environmental movement.But as the global warming crisis grows, no one can afford...
Can I get a "Bow Wow?"
They’re the ones who open the cans of food, throw the balls and make sure that there’s always a warm place to sleep…On April 18, celebrate Pet Owner’s Day!
...
HAPPY “PESACH”!
Passover (sometimes called “pesach”) is the oldest Jewish
festival, commemorating a story from the book of Exodus.When Pharoah refused to let the Jews out of
slavery, ten...
A Taxing Time of Year
Despite the flowers, the birds and the nice weather, April can indeed be the cruelest month – because of tax time! The roots of “internal revenue” go back to the Civil War,...
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Daylight Savings Time: Gain an hour of sleep in Golden
Time to “fall back” as Daylight Saving Time ends on the first weekend in November (in 2007, that means Sunday, Nov. 4). Setting our clocks back one hour to standard time...
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Turkey and trimmings and football, oh my! Thanksgiving Day info for Colorado
Put on the pants with the stretchy waistband; it’s that time
of year when we gather together to celebrate family, good fortune – and the fact
that there are about 47...
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 21 is the official day to commemorate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. [Jan. 15, 1929-April 4, 1968].Dr. King was born in Atlanta into a family...
Read more...October is Adopt A Shelter Pet Month
What has four paws, a cold nose and a warm heart? An animal companion, that’s what! If you’ve been thinking about getting a pet, consider bypassing the expensive...
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Find Polling Place Locations in Golden, CO
Updated 2008 voter information can be found here:
Golden Polling Places and Election Information
Did you know that in...
America Recycles Day
In 2007, November 15 has been designated as America Recycles Day. Sure, sorting all those pieces of junk mail and cat food cans isn’t sexy, but consider the positive impact...
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Veterans Day history and parades for Colorado
What does Veterans Day mean to Golden and Jefferson county, CO?
Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war...
Blades of glory! Find ice skating rinks in and around Golden, Colorado
Feel like the cold weather has you stuck in your house? Ice
skating is a great excuse to get out and have some fun. Bring your friends and
family to enjoy a day of excitement....
Make Your Spirits Bright This Christmas!
'Tis the season to be
jolly in Golden, CO – but it might also be the season to be stressed out, overextended and downright “Grinch-y!” If you find yourself treating the...
Back-to-School Tips
Time to pack up the sand pails and load up the backpack! Heading back to school can be exciting, scary, fun – but it doesn’t have to be hard. We’ve gathered some great tips...
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Hail to the Chiefs
Think of it as the Mount Rushmore of holidays – sort of. President’s Day was designed as a tidy way to commemorate the February birthdays of two of our greatest leaders:...
Hey, Cupid! Over Here!
Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the year. That’s a lot of pressure for most of us romantically-challenged types. Whether you’re paired off or single,...
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Get a Grip on Your Gigabytes! National Clean Out Your Computer Day is Feb 12
It may not look as cluttered as your closet…it may not seem as out of control as those file cabinets in your basement. But most of us have computers that are stuffed with...
Read more...Super Tuesday Voting Information for Golden
With "Super Tuesday" in the spotlight this week,
lots of voters in Colorado are talking about the candidates and thinking about
whom to vote for - whether in the...
Make Your Heart Happy
February is all about hearts – and not just for Valentine’s Day. It’s American Heart Month, a great occasion to get smart about your heart!
LEARN THE...
Are You Ready for Some Football?
There are the Oscars, the Grammys...and then, there’s the Super Bowl! One of THE most-watched TV events of the year, it’s a great excuse for even non-football lovers to get...
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