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Stephanie Magnuson, Thomas Magnuson, Logan Magnuson pictured with their dogs, Mason, Holly and Bruno in Old Town Fort Collins. Photo credit: Jacob Stewart

Mountains, parking and beer: The best and worst things about FoCo

Nick Botkin September 27, 2017

When people think of Fort Collins, they might think of Colorado State University or the famed beer scene. They might think of biking. With a long history, the city is experiencing rapid growth...

New Nap Pod located in the Refection Room of the CSU Health Center. (Megan Daly | Collegian)

Health and Medical Center’s futuristic relaxation pod helps shed stress

Matt Smith September 26, 2017

We're in college; we take naps.  The New York Times did the math: At Virginia's James Madison University, students take a total estimated 6,400 naps per semester. Campuses from Wesleyan to the University...

Write Minded debuted their new song with a working title at Fortoberfest. (Megan Daly | Collegian)

FORToberfest welcomes the fall season with local beer, music

Nate Day September 17, 2017

[new_royalslider id="634"] Fort Collins is known for several things: being a model for downtown Disney, the biking community, and of course, Colorado State University, but all of those pale in comparison...

How can one not help but salviate to the sight of this cool, refreshing New Belgium beer? Fort Collins residents and the like will take over the streets this Saturday to drink good beer and show their excentric side during the annual Tour de Fat.

Road 34’s Dollar Beer Thursdays promote community, laid back vibes

Nick Botkin September 7, 2017

Road 34's Dollar Beer Thursdays are about more than simply having a cheap drink. They are about good times, community and friendship. Road 34's owner, Schuyler Gantert, places a high premium on community,...

(Photo courtesy Blue Diamond Gallery)

7 Fort Collins charities offer opportunities for International Day of Charity

Maddie Wright September 5, 2017

How to help nationally:  Donate to United Way Relief Fund, Houston Food Bank, and The Bread of Life, Inc. to benefit those affected by Hurricane Harvey.   As Labor Day comes to an end, the...

This Tour de Fat participant rode on a massive unicorn, waving to the people of the crowd Satuday afternoon. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

Photo gallery: The best costumes at Tour de Fat

Kaitlyn Ancell September 3, 2017

[new_royalslider id="626"] Collegian photographer Kaitlyn Ancell can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

Betsy Perna's collection of singing bowls.

The Music District hosts meditative class with Himalayan singing bowls

Anna Nixon September 3, 2017

Interested in attending a session?  Visit themusicdistrict.org/music/singing-bowls for more information  Or contact Betsy at betsy.perna@comcast.net The Music District’s small upstairs attic...

The inside of Peace, Love and Little Donuts has a 1970s aesthetic.

Peace, Love and Little Donuts brings novelty to Fort Collins

Mareena Winchell August 31, 2017

Location: 632 S. College Ave Fort Collins Hours of Operation: Monday-Wednesday: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday: 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.   With the slogan “Feed your inner...

Beer sampling is a great way to try a little taste of everything a brewery has to offer on tap.

Beer improves Fort Collins culture, community

Nick Botkin August 31, 2017

The hills are alive with the sound of....beer drinking. Beer has long been a staple of Fort Collins. With an array of breweries in the area, including New Belgium, Odells and Funkwerks, and events...

Dressed as Posidon, Andy Thran, cheers joyfuly as he is sprayed with water during the long, hot Tour de Fat ride in 2015. All riders eagerly welcomed water and free refreshments from the yards of houses that lined the Tour de Fat bike course. (Collegian File Photo)

Tour de Fat returns this weekend with ticketed performances

Chapman W. August 30, 2017

Video by Chapman Croskell   It is the time of year again when costumed bicyclists roam the streets of Fort Collins and live music brings people of all ages to Fort Collins' biggest brewery. Tour...

Customers buy produce from a Larimer County Farmers' Market in Old Town Fort Collins during the Fall. The reason much of the produce at these farmer's markets are superior to store bought items is the CSU Extension program, a statewide network that connects community members with research-based information gathered at CSU and other universities.

Larimer County Farmers’ Market offers free outdoor yoga class

Gracie Ludens August 29, 2017

The Larimer County Farmers’ Market: Where: 200 W. Oak St., Fort Collins, Colorado. When: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon from May 20 to Oct. 28, 2017 In the midst of the bustling farmers...

A group of friends representing the state of Wisconsin with their costumes in the annual Tour de Fat in the city of Fort Collins.

Popular events this week: Aug. 28–Sep. 3

Ashley Potts August 28, 2017

Monday, Aug. 28 CSU faculty members Peter Sommer and Tim Burns take their turn playing the Virtuoso Series Concert at the University Center for the Arts. Sommer will play his saxophone accompanied by...

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