Good Day
Fort Collins
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Colorado State University, the Astral Threads Fashion Show held on May 2 in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom featured work from 23 student designers, many of whom were seniors presenting their final capstone collections (organized by students in committees with a focus on sustainability and STEM). The event concluded with an awards ceremony where fan vote winner Alexandra Evans was recognized for her collection ALEgance. Colorado State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Collins and BNSF Railway will close West Prospect Road from June 3—June 5 for a full railroad crossing replacement and have set detours from South Shields Street to College Avenue for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Residents are advised to follow signs to avoid delays during the closure. North Forty News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier, signed on as an investor in Denver's new NWSL team on Tuesday, May 6—following plans for a 12,000-seat stadium and a 2026 launch—and she said she is excited to support the growth of women's sports in Colorado—citing her deep local roots. CBS Colorado
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Live Music with Matt McCloskey
6-8 p.m. — Loveland Aleworks — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with Fort Collins' own Matt McCloskey.
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Steel Pulse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Washington’s — $43 — Catch Steel Pulse live at Washington’s for a night of legendary reggae vibes.
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Sugar Britches: Sinnin' Sunday with Broghan Foster
4-8 p.m. — The Forge Publick House — Free entry — Experience high-brow honky-tonk with eclectic instrumental accompaniment from Sugar Britches.
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Foundations in Art - Drawing II
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Learn foundational drawing techniques for creating expressive art forms.
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Introduction to Watercolors Art Classes
1:30-4 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Master watercolor painting techniques in this beginner-friendly course.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theater Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the vibrant Irish music and dance sensation returning after its Off-Broadway premiere.
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CEC Fort Collins Fundraiser at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse — Enjoy a meal to support local student activities while savoring BJ’s famous Pizookie.
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Dennett Live
8 PM – 12 AM — Aggie Theatre — Details not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dennett, PapaJay, Casey Sullivan, and Schloob.
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Acoustic Brunch with David Wiatrolik
10 a.m. — Ace Café — Free entry — Enjoy a bottomless mimosa while soaking in an acoustic set from a talented local musician.
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The Pickin' Pear at Avogadro's Number
7-11 p.m. — Avogadro's Number — Ticketed event — Experience the modern folk, rock, and bluegrass sounds of Tia Martini and Leon Elam on banjo and ukulele.
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