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(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...

Colorado State University sophomore Paris Smouse is lifted up in the air by other fans to celebrate a CSU touchdown during the Ram's first football game of the season on Saturday, Aug. 26. (Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian)

What’s up, Fort Collins: Popular events happening Sept. 5–10

Ashley Potts September 5, 2017

Tuesday, Sept. 5: The weekly Food Truck Rally will occur in City Park with music by TMULE. The event takes place every Tuesday until Sept. 26, from 6 p.m. to dusk.  Mishawaka Amphitheater  hosts...

Holiday Twin Drive-In had a great line-up of summer hits to close out their season this weekend. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Photo story: Summer season wraps up at Holiday Twin Drive-In

Ashley Potts September 4, 2017

  [new_royalslider id="627"] Collegian reporter Ashley Potts can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com or on Twitter @11smashley.

Runners cross the finish line at CSU Stadium (Maddie Wright l Collegian)

First-annual FORTitude 10k brings CSU and Fort Collins together

Maddie Wright September 4, 2017

In a morning haze among cheering spectators and the beating sun, the first annual FORTitude 10k race took place. Created by the organizers of the BolderBoulder race, participants running in 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...

Gabrielle Reeves paints Istanbul.
(Photo courtesy of The Global Village Museum)

Global Village Museum to open exhibit portraying Istanbul’s culture

Maddie Wright August 31, 2017

Exhibit: “Life in Istanbul ~ Village of Millions" Artist: Gabrielle Reeves Opening date: Sept. 1 Cost: Free Many people use art as a means for viewing, perceiving and respecting culture. The Global...

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...

Chelsea Ermer chats with participants of the Pinot's Palette Paint a Pint night. Photo credit: Casey Setash

Art and beer make for a fine pairing at Pinot’s Palette

Casey Setash August 30, 2017
Pinot's Palette hosted a pint glass painting event at Zwei brewing, resulting in a fun-filled evening of friendship and art.
The Hop Grenade encourages customers to request special brews to add to their ever changing menu.  (Sarah Ehrlich | Collegian)

Hop Grenade offers ever-changing beer experience at Foothills Mall

Sarah Ehrlich August 30, 2017

The Hop Grenade Constantly changing craft brew list Cozy and modern atmosphere  Knowledgeable and friendly staff Fort Collins is a hot spot for all things beer, and we’re not afraid...

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...

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