Good Day
Fort Collins
Monday, October 7th, 2024
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 10th annual Tour de Corgi brought joy and a parade of costume-clad corgis to Fort Collins, demonstrating the event's growing success and community appeal. Colorado State University
- ➤ Fort Collins Nursery's 16th Annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off set for October 12, offers $8,100 in prizes, aiming to break state records with pumpkins possibly weighing over 2,000 lbs. North Forty News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Global Village Museum's exhibit 'Street Vistas: Oaxaca’s Día de Los Muertos' aims to deepen Fort Collins community's understanding of the Day of the Dead celebrations in Oaxaca, Mexico through interactive displays and local artworks. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Colorado State Sen. and Rep. Polly Baca shared her pioneering journey in American politics and the importance of resilience and civic engagement with CSU students during National Latinx/é Month. Colorado State University
- ➤ Candidates for the Colorado State House of Representatives and Senate shared their diverse views on public education, parental choice, state funding, and curriculum standards at a student-led forum at Liberty Common School. Colorado State University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Ezekiel’s Strength 5K Memorial Run at Colorado State University aimed to honor Ezekiel Walker's memory and raise epilepsy awareness. Colorado State University
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The article humorously discusses the abundance of zucchinis people grow and the challenge of distributing the surplus to an increasingly unenthusiastic neighborhood, suggesting creative dessert recipes as a solution. North Forty News
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Self-Instructed Portrait Drawing and Painting Group Session
Experience a collaborative environment to practice and refine your portrait drawing and painting skills alongside fellow artists of all levels.
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Candlelight Concert: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Experience a mesmerizing candlelight concert featuring Halloween-themed musical pieces performed by a string quartet in a stunning venue.
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The Stews Live at The Coast
Experience an electrifying evening with The Stews, a rock band that fuses hard rock, alternative, and indie sounds, as they perform live in Fort Collins.
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The Long View Marathon
Experience a scenic marathon journey from Fort Collins to Loveland, featuring a half marathon starting at Fossil Creek Park.
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Teen Self-Care Fair
The annual Teen Self-Care Fair will take place on October 13th, 2024, at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. The goal is to create a space for youth to learn new coping skills and join the conversation around suicide prevention through experiential learning. This event is open to all youth (6th-12th grades) who want to explore new ways to practice self-care. Whether you're into medieval longsword, art, aerial silks, yoga, meditation, working out, or creating your own superhero, you're welcome here. Also enjoy the therapy dogs, youth bands, youth films, community resource booths, free food trucks, and giveaways!
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Teen Self-Care Fair
The annual Teen Self-Care Fair will take place on October 13th, 2024, at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. The goal is to create a space for youth to learn new coping skills and join the conversation around suicide prevention through experiential learning. This event is open to all youth (6th-12th grades) who want to explore new ways to practice self-care. Whether you're into medieval longsword, art, aerial silks, yoga, meditation, working out, or creating your own superhero, you're welcome here. Also enjoy the therapy dogs, youth bands, youth films, community resource booths, free food trucks, and giveaways!
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Godsmack Live in Concert with NOTHING MORE
Experience an electrifying night with Godsmack and NOTHING MORE at the Blue Federal Credit Union Arena in Loveland.
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Foundations in Art: Professional Drawing Class
Learn the basics of drawing through Academy-style classes focused on contour drawing, shapes, and shading techniques at 3 Square Art in Fort Collins.
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Lupe Fiasco Live at Washington's
Experience an electrifying performance by the acclaimed rapper Lupe Fiasco at Washington's FoCo in Fort Collins.
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The New Northfield: Preview Event
Get a sneak peek at the latest homes in our Fort Collins community, Northfield, at this extra special preview event!
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The New Northfield: Preview Event
Get a sneak peek at the latest homes in our Fort Collins community, Northfield, at this extra special preview event!
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The Menzingers Live in Fort Collins
Experience an electrifying performance by The Menzingers at Washington's in Fort Collins.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People are rewarded in public for what they practice for years in private.
~ Tony Robbins
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