Good morning, Fort Collins.

Children and teens will receive free summer lunches from the Food Bank for Larimer County’s Lunch Lab at various sites in Larimer County; Fort Collins service starts today while Loveland began May 27 and Laporte and Wellington start today with meals served Monday through Friday—no ID is needed. The program offers hot, cold and vegetarian options with community organizations providing fun activities during lunchtime.

Peggy Hettrick, 37, was murdered in February 1987 after being stabbed and sexually mutilated, her body moved from a midtown Fort Collins field on February 11th, and a wrongful conviction of Tim Masters—later overturned by DNA evidence—has left the case unsolved.

Northern Colorado Drug Task Force joined federal partners in Operation RapTor to help seize over $200M, 2 tons of narcotics, and 180 firearms (a crackdown that arrested 270 suspects) and disrupted darknet drug networks (linked to rising opioid overdoses).

A mural honoring Japanese American roots was unveiled at Sakura Square where a third-generation family-owned grocery store operates (specializing in Japanese and Asian foods); the Denver artist painted several new murals (celebrating local heritage).

The Women + Film Festival will begin on May 30 in Fort Collins, offering an opportunity for local attendees to enjoy film showcases.

Early this season, local firefighters and farmers in Fort Collins are watching record rainfall and extra moisture to see if they may cause crop or land issues (prompting quick action if conditions worsen).

They will respond fast if they find that too much water is causing problems.

On May 23, researchers captured a female bald eagle in Windsor (fitting it with a transmitter harness) as part of a Colorado Parks and Wildlife study.

The study will track eagle population trends (data will help local conservation efforts).

Bags, Brews, and A Better World

12-8 p.m. — Zwei Brewing Co. — Handmade tote included with beer purchase — Celebrate community with a cooking workshop, live music, and fun activities for all ages.

Kickoff to Summer 2025 at Grimm Brothers

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Grimm Brothers Brewing | Taproom + Kitchen — Free entry — Celebrate the summer solstice with live music from ThreeShots and refreshing drinks on the patio.

On-Site Tour at Brookdale Fort Collins

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Brookdale Fort Collins — Free entry — Explore personalized care and vibrant living in a welcoming community designed for independence.

Foundations in Art - Drawing I

5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost info not provided — Learn foundational drawing techniques in a supportive environment to enhance your artistic skills.

Annika Rose Live with Ava Maybee

7-10 p.m. — The Coast — Tickets available — Experience a night of innovative sounds blending rock and electronic vibes in the heart of Fort Collins.

ALS Community Picnic

1-3 p.m. — Fossil Creek Lake Pavilion #2 — Free event — A relaxing outing for ALS individuals, families, and caregivers to connect and enjoy the outdoors.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

9 a.m. — Geriatric Education Center, LLC — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with this comprehensive training class focused on UML.

Introduction to Figure Drawing

5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost varies — Explore the dynamic essence of movement in figure drawing with expert guidance.

Foundations in Art - Painting I

5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Check website for prices — Explore the fundamentals of painting with oil and acrylic in a structured class setting.

Sunflower Bean Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Coast — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of Sunflower Bean, blending psychedelia with punk influences.