The City of Fort Collins will host its annual Independence Day Community Celebration on Saturday, July 4, with a refreshed format in recognition of two historic milestones: the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th anniversary of Colorado. As part of this year’s celebration, the City is planning a reimagined community experience in …
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Apr 13 2026
Stronger Together: A Community Celebration of Healing and Resilience!
Recovery from serious medical challenges often takes strength, support, and community. This April, residents of Northern Colorado are invited to come together to celebrate just that during a special community health event hosted by Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital. The “Stronger Together: Brain, Body and Breath” Community Event and Health Fair will take place on Thursday, …
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Apr 06 2026
Fort Collins Launches Drones for Faster City Emergency Services
In February, the City of Fort Collins launched a new city drone community resource (DCR), an innovative, multi-agency initiative with Fort Collins Police Services, Poudre Fire Authority, and Fort Collins Utilities to position drones as a shared community resource for emergency response. The DCR uses Skydio X10 drones with a total of three dedicated drones. …
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Mar 30 2026
City of Fort Collins Earns Recognition from Global Environmental Group
The City of Fort Collins scored an “A” for its environmental data measurement and climate action. Global environmental group CDP recently announced their list of A List cities, with 122 cities, states and regions receiving an A score in 2025. Each year, the City of Fort Collins calculates greenhouse gas emissions across the community – …
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Mar 16 2026
Fort Collins Independence Day Community Celebration
The City of Fort Collins will host its annual Independence Day Community Celebration on Saturday, July 4, with a refreshed format in recognition of two historic milestones: the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th anniversary of Colorado. As part of this year’s celebration, the City is planning a reimagined community experience in …
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Mar 09 2026
CSU Symphony Presents In Pursuit of the Sublime!
Journey into the sublime as the CSU University Symphony Orchestra, conducted by assistant conductor and graduate teaching assistant, Sam Cooper, illuminates the beauty hidden within nature’s power. The program is In Pursuit of the Sublime. The evening begins with Florence Price’s The Oak, a work that unfolds gradually, revealing its strength through steady, evolving motion. …
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Mar 02 2026
Fort Collins Lincoln Center Art Gallery Announces Printmaking Exhibit
The Lincoln Center Art Gallery will participate in Colorado’s Month of Printmaking (Mo’Print), March 6–April 24, 2026, by presenting Under Pressure: 2026 National Printmaking Exhibition, a nationally juried exhibition of artworks consisting of any printmaking media. Our Guest artist, Johnny Plastini, has selected 41 artworks for this exhibition. During our upcoming opening reception on Saturday, …
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Mar 02 2026
Larimer County Offers Free Caregiving Classes!
The Larimer County Office on Aging has a variety of classes throughout the year to help caregivers. The classes can help you focus on your well-being while caring for someone else. Classes are free, but registration is required. Check out the schedule below for dates and locations. In this six-week, Powerful Tools for Caregivers evidence-based …
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Feb 23 2026
Transformer Cabinet Mural Program Seeks New Artists
The City of Fort Collins’ Art in Public Places (APP) Program is celebrating 20 years since completing its first Transformer Cabinet Murals in Tenney Court. To celebrate this anniversary, APP would like to introduce new artists to the opportunity of painting murals on cabinets in Fort Collins. For 2026, the APP Program is looking for …
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Feb 16 2026
Fort Collins Museum of Art Hosts 3 Exhibitions
Fort Collins Museum of Art will host three new exhibitions through March 15. The museum will feature Installation Nation in the main gallery and Lynnette Jung-Springberg Gallery. Installation Nation features the work of five regional artists: Nicole Banowetz (Denver), Ashley Hope Carlisle (Laramie, WY), Chelsea Gilmore (Fort Collins), Katelynn Mai-Fusco (Greeley), & Abbie Powers (Loveland). …
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Feb 09 2026
Loveland Is Hosting Their 80th Annual Valentine’s Event!
Loveland is known as the Sweetheart City! The Loveland Chamber of Commerce, Visit Loveland, and their partners are hosting their 80th annual Valentine season. The festivities include the Valentine Re-Mailing Program, the Sweetheart Festival, exclusive offerings such as Valentine-themed wine, beer, cupcake, and coffee, the Loveland Sweetheart Classic race, Valentine Group Wedding, and the new …
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Feb 02 2026
Estes Park’s Wine & Chocolate Festival on February 7
The 2026 Wine & Chocolate Festival returns to Estes Park on Saturday, Feb. 7, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way, offering a full day of indulgence, entertainment, and community celebration. This all-ages premier event brings together fine wines, decadent chocolates, beer options, gourmet vendors, and local businesses, …
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