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Fort Collins
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Film on the Rocks will kick off its season on June 9 in Fort Collins—further details on the screening lineup have not yet been announced. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge denied a request to overturn a state law requiring buyers to be 21 to purchase a gun + dismissed the case, so the law remains in effect. CBS Colorado
- ➤ Councilmember Ohlson will host an informal community listening session on his farewell tour at Washington Park, 301 Maple St. from 10 a.m.—noon on Saturday, June 14 during FoCo Eco Fest, and all Fort Collins residents are invited to share their ideas on local issues. City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Councilmember Melanie Potyondy will host an informal community listening session from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 14 at the Harmony Library Community Room at 4616 S. Shields St.—all Fort Collins residents are invited to share ideas on local issues. City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Kate McKenna moved to the area from Chicago a year ago and now serves as the first executive director of the Ballpark General Improvement District—she is applying a new Denver vision to lead the district’s improvement efforts. CBS Colorado
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Families in Fort Collins can explore six family-friendly hikes this summer that offer easy loops and moderate trails with features like waterfalls, wildlife, and fishing — some trails charge a fee while others are free. The hikes are at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, along Centennial Drive, in Lory State Park, near East Harmony Road, on Prospect Road, and at the CSU Environmental Learning Center. The Coloradoan
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sunflower Bean Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Coast — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of Sunflower Bean, blending psychedelia with punk influences.
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Sam's Rainbow Run
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — The Oval — Registration fee applicable — Celebrate a legacy of love and kindness while participating in a community-focused run honoring Sam.
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Figure Drawing Course - Mastering Proportions
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — $ — Develop essential skills in mastering human proportions through hands-on drawing techniques.
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Foundations in Art - Drawing I
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Course fee required — Master the fundamentals of drawing through structured lessons in contour, shapes, and shading techniques.
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Carnival Weekend
All day — Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday — Fun for the whole family — Enjoy carnival games, giant bubbles, and silly clown fun.
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Zoltan Kaszas Stand-Up Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Age 21+ only — Experience sharp, observational humor from breakout star Zoltan Kaszas, known for his viral comedy.
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