Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The sixth annual Sonic Spotlight showcased emerging artists under 22 at The Armory on March 24—where ARKWAVE was named winner and finalists Brendan Nichols and Lilly Mae earned awards that include cash prizes and performance opportunities. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Poudre School District announced it will eliminate 115 licensed probationary teaching jobs and 138 classified staff positions for the 2026-27 school year to address a budget shortfall. The cuts aim to rebalance finances while keeping education quality at the forefront. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Associated Students of Colorado State University held its Day at the Capitol on March 31, letting students meet state lawmakers and watch floor sessions. Governor Jared Polis was there (supporting student voices) as the event showed them how government works. Colorado State University
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol will launch a distracted driving campaign in April to highlight common causes of crashes and remind drivers to stay focused on the road. The initiative targets local communities with public service messages. CBS Colorado
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Spring Fling Bachata Night
7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Ticket required — Celebrate with special performances and birthday festivities at this elegant Bachata night.
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Sam Grisman Project
8-11 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Cost details not provided — Celebrate the musical legacy of David 'Dawg' Grisman with this talented collective.
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Cardinal Bloom Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Tickets available — Experience the Indie Rock vibes of Cardinal Bloom from Salt Lake City.
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Heliotrope Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $15.66 — Experience the indie rock vibe of Heliotrope from the thriving Fort Collins music scene.
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Art Play Date/ Crafternoon #14
1-3 p.m. — Always Be Creating — Free entry — Create art in community while enjoying snacks and conversation.
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Dar Williams in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the musical storytelling of Dar Williams and Ruth Theodore with themes of reflection and co-creation.
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Earth Day Fort Collins Celebration
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Odell Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with live music, a vibrant market, and community cleanup activities.
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Sundays of Sound - Gong Journey
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Cost not specified — Experience deep relaxation and transformation through the resonant tones of large healing gongs.
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Black Violin Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative fusion of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical music by Black Violin.
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The Brudi Brothers Live
8-11 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic Americana sounds of Seattle's favorite buskers, The Brudi Brothers.
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