Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
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🎭 Culture
Impulse Dance and Fitness in Fort Collins serves over 300 adults with dance and fitness classes and a welcoming space founded in 2018.
The studio hosts annual events like a film fest and winter showcase — fostering creative expression and community connection.
The Avenir Museum opened its exhibit The Fashion Bug: Insects In and On Our Cloth last month and will feature textiles and garments inspired by insects until June 27 (a collaboration with the C.P.
Gillette Museum of Arthropod Diversity) to highlight sustainable fashion practices.
🎓 Education
Colorado State University’s Democracy Summit returns March 9-11 at the Lory Student Center with panels, research sessions and keynotes on civic engagement.
Organized by the College of Liberal Arts under its Year of Democracy theme, it highlights 250 Years as a Nation — 150 Years of the Centennial State.
On Tuesday evening, Associated Students hosted its second annual Seats at the Table roundtable at CSU, where candidates met students to talk about campaign ideas (including housing and student life).
The event helped students learn about the candidates ahead of next week’s elections.
CSU officials say new federal student loan rules will limit repayment options and cap Grad PLUS and parent loans for new borrowers starting July 1, 2026 (existing loans stay unchanged).
Students are advised to meet with financial aid counselors to learn how these changes affect future borrowing.
🎉 Fort Collins Events
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Lace Larrabee Stand-Up Comedy
6-12:30 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring comedian Lace Larrabee, a Sirius XM favorite and former beauty queen.
The Mountain Performance at The Realm Collective
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Center for Creativity — Free entry — Experience a unique performance exploring the concept of ‘home’ through music for two clarinets.
Moms Unhinged Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Tickets available — Enjoy clean comedy exploring the hilarious realities of motherhood and midlife crises.
Introduction to Figure Drawing Class
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Course fee required — Learn essential figure drawing techniques in a supportive and focused environment.
Merkules Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience award-winning Canadian hip-hop artist Merkules and his engaging performances alongside other talented artists.
AJ Wilkerson Live Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 PM — The Comedy Fort — Tickets required — Experience the youthful charm of AJ Wilkerson, a rapidly rising star in the comedy scene.
Benise Concert
5-7 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — All-In Pricing — Experience a romantic evening with Emmy-winning guitarist Benise as he performs classic pieces in an intimate setting.
Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Tickets required — Celebrate early with a festive pub crawl filled with games, contests, and plenty of Irish-ish cheer.
The Strumbellas Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the uplifting blend of suffering and celebration in the music of The Strumbellas.
GuitART Presentation by David Michael Boyd
7-9 p.m. — Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park — Free entry — Experience the artistry of guitar restoration with an interactive and inspiring showcase.
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