Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSU President Amy Parsons assures the university's cultural resource centers will stay open amid concerns over federal directives against diversity programs, despite potential future adjustments. The Coloradoan
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The article presents a curated list of the top 15 must-try restaurants in Fort Collins, highlighting their unique dining experiences and diverse culinary offerings. North Forty News
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Master Class in Landscape Painting with Craig A. McKee
This four-week master class in landscape painting, led by professional artist Craig A. McKee, focuses on essential oil painting techniques and encourages the creation of a personal landscape masterpiece.
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Virtuoso Series Concert: Peter Sommer on Saxophone with Juhyun Lee on Piano
Peter Sommer and Juhyun Lee perform a concert featuring works commissioned for prominent saxophonist Elise Hall, including compositions by Claude Debussy and Florent Schmitt.
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The Mendelssohn Trio: A Concert Featuring Beethoven and Dvořák
The Mendelssohn Trio performs Beethoven's 'Archduke' Piano Trio and Dvořák's 'Dumky' Piano Trio, showcasing essential works in the piano trio repertoire.
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Herbal Cooking Class: Wild Spices with Kat MacKinnon
This class explores the use of Rocky Mountain herbs to enhance culinary dishes and medicinal preparations.
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University Symphony Orchestra Concert: Stirrings, Airs, and Virtuosities
The CSU University Symphony performs under guest conductor Adam Torres, featuring clarinetist Peter Hansen and a program including works by Crusell, Schubert, Galbraith, and Haydn.
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Nick Critchlow Live Performance
Local singer/songwriter Nick Critchlow will perform original acoustic music at Peculier Ales in Fort Collins.
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18th Annual Seed Swap & Giveaway
This free community event allows participants to share and trade seeds, fostering local gardening and sustainability efforts.
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Connor Garvey and Alexa Wildish in Concert
An evening of live music featuring award-winning singer-songwriter Connor Garvey and fellow musician Alexa Wildish at Avogadro's Number.
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Figure Drawing Class: Hands and Feet at 3 Square Art
This event is part of a six-week course focused on figure drawing, specifically addressing the challenges of drawing hands and feet with a structured approach.
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Larimer County Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting
A monthly support group for individuals with Parkinson's, their care partners, and loved ones, offering resources and community connection.
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