Good morning, Fort Collins.

FOCO Cafe in Fort Collins is asking local residents to help keep it open while it continues to offer free and low-cost meals to neighbors in need — the cafe hopes to maintain its service during challenging times.

The public is invited to the Art in Public Places 30th Anniversary Celebration on November 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Center for Creativity—attendees will enjoy a social hour, a welcome presentation, lightning talks by local artists, and a special Denver Projection Mapping display on the Historic Carnegie Library.

Artist Sidian Liu will speak at The Lincoln Center on Friday, November 14 with an Artist Reception in the Art Gallery from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and an artist talk in the Columbine Room from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. as part of her exhibit The Conch Girl, on view through December 19.

The event is free and held at (417 W. Magnolia St.) (light refreshments will be served).

In the November 4 election, incumbent Alexandra Lessem won reelection in District E and Lori Goebel won the District F seat to join unopposed candidate Mike Scholl on the Thompson school board—voters also approved a $99 million bond measure for building repairs and school security improvements.

On November 5, the Associated Students of CSU held a senate session where students and Fort Collins community members supported Resolution #5519, which calls on the university to restore transparency in its free speech policy—concerns over campus safety and basic needs were raised before the resolution passed by voice vote.

Results from the Poudre, Thompson and Weld RE-4 school board races have stayed steady since Nov 4, with Karla Baise and Coronda Ziegler leading in Poudre while incumbent Raymond Ruth leads in Weld RE-4.

About 700 ballots still need to be fixed by Nov 13 and certified results for Weld RE-4 will come by Nov 26 as the Thompson races remain very close.

Fort Collins Symphony - Echoes of Memory and Identity

7:30-9 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Adults $29-$83, Students and Children $10 — A musical journey through memory and identity with orchestral masterpieces.

Fort Collins International Folk Dancing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost mentioned — Enjoy a lively evening of international folk dances in a relaxed atmosphere with no experience necessary.

Rise Above the Stress: Building Personal Resilience

5-6 p.m. — Lory Student Center — Registration required — Strengthen personal resilience to navigate stress in the construction industry with Jeff Visnic's workshop.

Sam Burchfield Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of folk-infused melodies from the talented Sam Burchfield.

The Wizard of Oz at Fort Collins Children's Theatre

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Lincoln Center — Starting at $74 — Experience the timeless journey down the yellow brick road in this beloved musical production.

Doktor Kaboom: The Science of Pressure

2:00–3:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Admission varies — Experience a captivating blend of science, comedy, and empowerment with Doktor Kaboom.

RHCSA Exam Preparation Training

Nov 17-21 — Digital Workshop Center — $2250 — Boost your Linux administration skills in this comprehensive RHCSA exam prep class.

Bass Drum Of Death Concert

7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Ticket info to be announced — Experience the raw energy of Bass Drum Of Death as they return to their garage roots.

Surf Hat Concert

7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $18.54 — Enjoy a blend of surf, psych, folk, and indie from this innovative duo.

Latin Night at Aggie Theatre

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket range $64-$76 — Experience vibrant Latin music in a lively atmosphere at a popular local venue.