So Many Activities for the 4th of July in Golden!

Gosh - where to start with talking about all the fun things to do in Golden this coming holiday weekend?

Friday, July 3, is Golden's First Friday, plus the downtown Midsummer Block Party. Stores will be open late, and there will be all sorts of sales, along with music and other entertainment, and activities for adults and kids. The free horse-drawn carriage rides will be available, too. After you've visited the merchants for their specials and events, stop by the block party in the parking lot between 12th and 13th at Arapahoe for free hot dogs, music from the Coors RV, Coors beer, Chipmunk Express rides, face painting and balloon animals.

Nina Storey will be performing Friday and Saturday nights at Vintner's Cellar Winery, 700 12th Street. http://www.vcgoldenwinery.com/

Over the River and Through the Woods continues at our local live theater, Miner's Alley Playhouse. http://www.minersalley.com/ (Discounted tickets for Dove Inn B&B guests.)

Saturday, July 4, begins with the Farmer's Market on 10th Street next to the library from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday evening is the monthly Super Cruise through downtown -- see vintage cars from all eras. Saturday night is our wonderful fireworks display sponsored by the Lions Club in Lions Park. http://www.goldencochamber.org/ for more information.

Update from Becky, our assistant innkeeper

Now that I have been introduced as the Dove Inn’s new assistant innkeeper there is something I must get off my chest. I have never stayed at a bed and breakfast.

During our annual family vacations we have stuck to either camping or staying in hotels. The possibility of staying at a bed and breakfast never even crossed our minds, especially with three kids in our group. My only exposure to the B&B world was on my very favorite TV show, Gilmore Girls. And I must admit the episode did not cast them in a positive light.

However, now that I've worked here for three weeks, my family and I are ready to take the plunge. I’ve realized that it is the perfect way for us to spend our vacations. We always start our days early and a continental breakfast never seems to hold us over until lunch. Our trips are so packed with activities that we usually don’t return to the hotel until well after the hotel pool has closed, which is the only amenity we really look forward to using.

It seems that the best part about staying in a B&B is the people you meet, both guests and hosts. There is a great opportunity to learn about the town you’re visiting, without taking a tour. Little known facts, special shortcuts, and must see attractions are shared all throughout breakfast.

We will be taking a vacation soon and I’m hoping we get the chance to stay in a B&B. As long as our last minute traveling doesn’t prevent us from getting a room, I’ll be sure to take some pictures and retell my first experience as a Bed and Breakfast guest!

Becky

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Annette