Saturday, April 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Village Exchange Center has doubled its food distribution days—now offering services on Wednesdays and Thursdays—to help local residents struggling with food insecurity. CBS Colorado
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A garage fire on the 4300 block of Winstertone Drive in southwest Fort Collins was quickly contained on April 17 after multiple 911 calls (at 9:06 p.m.) led to a rapid response by Poudre Fire Authority that saved the home and ensured four residents and their dog remained safe. North Forty News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado lawmakers are considering a bill to lift the statute of limitations on child sexual assault civil claims—survivors have renewed their request for a constitutional amendment to be referred to the ballot. CBS Colorado
SPORTS NEWS
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FoCo Vintage Market
10:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Foothills — Free entry — Discover retro treasures and local art at the vibrant FoCo Vintage Market.
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Introduction to Watercolors: Art Classes
1:30-4:00 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Master watercolor techniques in beginner-friendly classes for aspiring artists.
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Sip 'N Stitch Workshop
Relax and sip local beverages while learning decorative stitching at this creative workshop — Evening — Museum of Art Fort Collins — Cost included with beverages — Perfect for crafting enthusiasts or newcomers.
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The Day of Two Noons
6-7:30 p.m. — Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures — Free admission — Explore the intriguing concept of time zones in a virtual presentation.
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Lid Dixon & Kansas Dawson Acoustic Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — The Forge Publick House — Free entry suggested — Enjoy a night of acoustic melodies as Lid Dixon and Kansas Dawson swap songs.
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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Tickets required — Relive the raddest decade with contests, prizes, and gnarly fun at this themed pub crawl.
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Paint Your Own Flower Frog
5-7 p.m. — Petrichor Collective — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity by painting your own charming Flower Frog to celebrate spring.
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Steve Hofstetter Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Tickets available — Experience unfiltered comedy from one of YouTube’s most popular comics.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost mentioned — Experience the joy of weekly international folk dances in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Composer Talks with Friends of the Symphony
12-1 p.m. — Old Town Library — Light refreshments — An entertaining lecture exploring featured composers before signature concerts.
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