Good morning, Fort Collins.

Jessup Farm hosts a free holiday celebration on Friday, Dec.

12 from 4–8 p.m. where families and pets enjoy Photos with Santa, a scavenger hunt, and complimentary treats from local merchants — set on the historic farm.

Fort Collins will ring with holiday music as the Twentieth Annual TUBA Christmas celebration returns to Oak Street Plaza on Saturday, Dec.

13 from 2 to 3 p.m. Cecil Gutierrez leads 90 musicians in a free outdoor concert of classic carols.

CSU political science researchers (studying AI bias) are examining how chatbots perpetuate online stereotypes.

Their study on Supreme Court decision summaries shows that while AI may boost agreement, it could diminish understanding, with potential impacts on user perception.

Wellington Middle-High School is closed today after a Dec.

8 wood shop fire caused smoke damage; the school will update on Dec. 10 whether remote classes are set, provides sack lunches from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and holds home basketball games through the athletic courtyard.

CSU launched its AI chat tool CSU-GPT last October to support students and staff with academic and administrative tasks via its Microsoft Azure partnership (it follows Responsible AI guidelines) and has announced that its casual chatbot RamGPT will pilot in spring.

UnitedHealthcare advises Fort Collins residents on five practical ways to strengthen social bonds this holiday season.

The report notes that intentional conversation, revived traditions, and group exercise can boost mental health as many face increased stress and isolation.

UCHealth opened a new inpatient behavioral health unit (50 beds) yesterday at Poudre Valley Hospital on the southeast Fort Collins campus; it will serve about 500 additional patients yearly by consolidating care from its former Mountain Crest Behavioral Health Center.

The CSU hockey team took revenge with a 4-1 win over Colorado after an overtime loss and then dropped a tighter 5-4 contest in a second match, prompting a break before their next game.

CSU women’s basketball defeated Southern Utah 70 to 47 on Dec.

7 at Moby Arena as a 13 point run in the third quarter set the pace — senior guard Lexus Bargesser scored 23 points. The team now prepares for a road conference game against Nevada on Dec. 17.

Wearable devices and AI tools are reshaping distance running training today for Fort Collins athletes.

Studies show that technology is boosting heart rate variability and sleep regularity — insights once reserved for elite competitors are now available to everyday runners.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday season in your tackiest sweater while enjoying festive games and drinks with friends.

Squirrel Nut Zippers Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of energetic swing music from the iconic band Squirrel Nut Zippers.

Fort Collins International Folk Dancing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost information provided — Enjoy a relaxed evening of international folk dancing with old and new dances from diverse cultures.

Resonant Rest: Restorative Yoga & Gong Journey

2-4 p.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Pricing unavailable — Experience deep relaxation with restorative yoga followed by an immersive gong journey.

Fort Collins International Folk Dancing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost listed — Engage in a vibrant atmosphere with international folk dances from various cultures.

Resolution Run 5K

5K — Edora Pool Ice Center — Registration required — Run out the old year and welcome the new in a festive community atmosphere.