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Artist Lydia Tarleton stands next to a table featuring her colorful, custom paintings being featured at Hutch Home Co. at the First Friday Art Walk Oct. 3. “I feel like it's putting my name out there," Tarleton said. "People have contacted me at later dates, and I've sold a lot of paintings that way." The First Friday Art Walk is an event happening every month in downtown Fort Collins, when businesses feature local artists in their stores as part of a collaborative art show.

October’s First Friday Art Walk promotes local artists, businesses

Maiya Kreamer, Staff Reporter October 7, 2025

Downtown Fort Collins showcased its variety of passionate artists and hardworking business owners at this month's First Friday Art Walk. The event, held on the first Friday of each month, consists of...

Fort Collins-based band NoKay performs at the Sutherland Community Gardens as part of KCSU's annual Battle of the Bands event Sept. 25. NoKay is an alt-rock ensemble.

Fourth annual KCSU Battle of the Bands brings jazz, rock to Sutherland Garden

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief September 29, 2025

KCSU FM and RamEvents collaborated for the fourth year in a row to bring local music talent and competition to Colorado State University with their annual Battle of the Bands competition. Established...

five posters showing Paul Risbecks work hang on display.

Phil Risbeck’s graphic design legacy lives on in Morgan Library

Chloe Rios, Staff Reporter September 24, 2025

Displayed above armchairs and tables, graphic design works exploring the history of Colorado State University and the broader Fort Collins area decorate the walls of the Morgan Library. These are the works...

Shoppers browse the Vintage Market booths set up on the Oak Street Plaza in Old Town Sept. 20.

Fort Collins Vintage Market dons sustainability, fashion in Old Town

Carlee Elders, Staff Reporter September 24, 2025

When someone visits Old Town, the typical itinerary remains the same: Park the car, grab a bite to eat, then peruse stores along the line. Maybe they even treat themselves to ice cream at Edison's for...

A woman in a purple dress looking out to the crowd after finishing her performance.

Anna Christy fills CSU’s Organ Recital Hall with world-class sound

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter September 17, 2025

The halls of the University Arts Center were filled with the voice of none other than the Grammy-winning soprano Anna Christy. Audience members arriving at the University Center for the Arts were met...

Guests from one side pose for a group photo during "Nutcracker Nightmare: A Ballet Murder Mystery" Sept. 13, 2025, at Front Range Classical Ballet Academy in Fort Collins, Colo.

‘Nutcracker Nightmare’ brings fundraising, mystery to the FoCo ballet scene

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter September 17, 2025

On Saturday, Sept. 13, the DANCE Arts Network hosted "Nutcracker Nightmare: A Ballet Murder Mystery Fundraiser," and every ticket sold supported DANCE Arts Network’s mission to uplift communities through...

Attendees at the screening of "The Encampments" watch footage featuring the bombing of the Islamic University of Gaza Aug. 27.

Colorado Young Democrats host screening of ‘The Encampments’

Chloe Waskey, News Editor September 1, 2025

Editors note: This article has been updated to correct an error regarding the organizational affiliation of the panelists  Colorado Young Democrats hosted a panel discussion and screening of the documentary...

Photo Courtesy of Sarah Lillis

CSU Make & Mend workshop inspires pragmatic, innovative sustainability

Yoleni Paulo, Staff Reporter August 17, 2025

On the first Saturday of every month, a quiet classroom inside the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising transforms into a lively creative space. Thread, fabric scraps and sewing needles scatter across...

A colorful design created by senior Nathalia Olvera-Barajas is worn by a model May 3. The Astral Threads Fashion Show was put on in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom.

CSU Astral Threads Fashion Show converges creativity, STEM

Aubrey Means, Staff Reporter May 6, 2025

The Astral Threads Fashion Show was presented by Colorado State University’s department of design and merchandising May 2 in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom, showcasing the work of 23 student...

Image of a person looking at artwork.

Art Lab Fort Collins features ‘Expanding Into Space’ student photo gallery

Sofia Raikow, Staff Photographer April 30, 2025

Art Lab Fort Collins hosted the three-day public art show, “Expanding Into Space,” for Colorado State University photo image-making students from April 25-27, which explored the relationship between...

Colorado State University's RamFest headliner and Saturday Night Live host Marcello Hernandez takes the stage April 22. “It was great," said Nayeli Arce Mendez, CSU alumna. "It was a really good show; we really enjoyed it."

SNL host Marcello Hernandez leaves RamFest audience with sore cheeks

Ruby Secrest April 26, 2025

Colorado State University hosted the 2025 RamFest, bringing the campus together through a creative showcase of performances as a way to relax, decompress and, in this year's case, have a laugh. For just...

Elka lead singer, Elke Tukker, performs songs from their debut record, “Cold Feet, Soft Landing” April 18. The Aggie Theatre hosted Elka for this year's FoCoMX festival.

Gallery: FoCoMX unites artists, community members

Ruby Secrest, Arts & Entertainment Editor April 23, 2025

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