Things to do today
Today Monday, October 5 67 events
All day
Chocolate Bar Making Experience
Participants choose add-ins, make a chocolate bar and learn how chocolate is made in this hands-on experience.
ArtsThe Stanley Chocolate Factory, Estes Park
morning
Greeley Scavenger Hunt: Greeley's Pursuit for Perfection
A scavenger hunt explores Greeley’s do-gooder roots and community spirit, with sights including the Union Colony Civic Center and Model Railroad Museum.
ClassesMeeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA$14.99For familiesuntil 5 p.m.
Tarot Reading Special Day!
Tarot readings are offered in private or group sessions, with a focus on life changes, heartbreak and anxiety.
FestivalsMy Tarot Mom, Estes Park$45/30 min; $65/45 min; $85/hruntil 11 a.m.
Riverside Tales for Tots
Storytime for toddlers and their caregivers features stories, songs and fingerplays to build early literacy and listening skills.
StorytimeRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10 a.m.
Music and Movement Storytime
Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in JohnstownFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11 a.m.
Sleep Well, Be Well
A nurse explains how sleep affects overall health, signs of poor-quality sleep and tips for resting better.
Outreach/Mobile Services, MeadFreeFor adultsuntil 11 a.m.
Fall Tote Bags
Make a custom canvas tote with a tie-dye alternative that uses permanent markers and rubbing alcohol to create watercolor-like patterns.
Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 11:30 a.m.
Read, Rhyme, and Romp
StorytimeSeverance LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Messy Monster Monday
ArtsWindsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Ed Beaty Hall Art Show: Feelings, Felt
An art exhibit features work by artist Mia Cinelli.
ArtsEd Beaty Hall, GreeleyFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Ranger Ready
A park ranger or naturalist shares timely tips for making safe choices during a park visit.
OutdoorsThis program meets in front of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 10:15 a.m.
Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime
StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Council Tree Toddler Storytime
StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor toddlersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Harmony Baby Storytime
StorytimeHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Benjamin Square
Browse books and media for adults, young adults and children, pick up holds, and use mobile library services.
Eaton Public LibraryFreeFor familiesuntil 11 a.m.
Stay and Play
GamesSeverance LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11 a.m.
Lunch and Learn
Learn to cook healthy, budget-friendly meals and enjoy the food you make.
OutdoorsEaton Public LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil noon
Mini Clay Wheel Workshop
A small-group workshop offers a chance to try a mini pottery wheel and make bowls, which can later be glazed or painted.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$55For kids and familiesuntil 1:30 p.m.
Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug
An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$35For kids and familiesuntil 1 p.m.
Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug
An instructor guides participants through painting and personalizing an Oaxacan mug designed by Crafty Chica.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes ParkFor kids and familiesuntil 1 p.m.
Extended Happy Hour Mondays!
An extended happy hour features happy-hour bites.
Food & drinkMaida Trattoria, Fort Collinsuntil 6 p.m.
High Country Tales
A park ranger shares stories about how people and wildlife interact in the alpine environment.
OutdoorsAlpine Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 11:30 a.m.
Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime
StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
Council Tree Toddler Storytime
StorytimeCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
Harmony Baby Storytime
StorytimeHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 11:30 a.m.
"Pots and Paint"
An exhibit features pottery and watercolors by artist members.
ArtsArt Center of Estes ParkFreeuntil 5 p.m.
Senior Social Circle
Older adults meet new people and take part in rotating activities such as bingo, games and technology help.
Riverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor adultsuntil 12:30 p.m.
afternoon
Smartphone Basics: Android and iPhone
A beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop covers smartphone basics, from calls and photos to privacy settings and spotting common scams.
ClassesWindsor LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 1 p.m.
Outreach Fort Collins
ClassesOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 2 p.m.
Farr Non-Fiction Book Club
A nonfiction book group meets to discuss a different book each month.
BooksFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 2 p.m.
Music and Movement Storytime
Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in JohnstownFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 2 p.m.
T'ai Chi Chih
A moving-meditation session introduces gentle T'ai Chi Chih movements, with seated participation available.
Farr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 2:15 p.m.
Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug
An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$35For kids and familiesuntil 3 p.m.
Intro to Stained Glass Workshop
Beginners learn copper-foil stained-glass techniques and make a colorful glass piece from a choice of precut designs.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$50. Pre-registration is REQUIRED.until 3 p.m.
Drop in Resume Help
Get help creating a resume or updating an existing one.
ClassesCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 4 p.m.
Clay Class: Coil or Pebble Bowls
An instructor-guided clay class makes coil or pebble bowls, which participants can paint after bisque firing.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes ParkFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Clay hand-building - Cute Sheep
A hands-on clay hand-building class for all skill levels lets participants create a sheep to paint or glaze after firing.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$45For kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Clay hand-building - Earrings and necklace
A hands-on clay hand-building class for all skill levels creates custom earrings and a necklace, with painting or glazing after firing.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes Park$45For kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Clay Hand-building Workshop - Mushroom House
A guided clay workshop uses hand molding and slab rolling to make clay mushrooms, with painting available the same day or after firing.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes ParkFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug
An instructor-led painting class explores techniques as participants personalize an Oaxacan mug.
ArtsCreativity Cabin Estes ParkFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Makerspace Open Studio
A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.
ClassesFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.
Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Galeton Elementary School
Browse books and media, pick up holds and use mobile library services, with materials for adults, teens and children.
Eaton Public LibraryFreeFor familiesuntil 3:50 p.m.
Lego Engineers
ClassesWindsor LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 4:15 p.m.
Kids Cafe: After School Snacks
Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.
Riverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and familiesuntil 4:30 p.m.
Tales to Tails
Children and families can read aloud to a therapy dog through a partnership with Caring Canines.
BooksEaton Public LibraryFreeFor preschoolers, kids and familiesuntil 4:30 p.m.
PAWS for Reading
Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.
Windsor LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 4:30 p.m.
LEGO Club! @ LINC
Children build with LEGO, taking on a creative challenge or following their own ideas; parents are welcome to join.
GamesLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 5 p.m.
Level Up!
Elementary-aged kids play active games and get moving in this activity program.
Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor kidsuntil 5 p.m.
Halloween Costume Swap
Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids and familiesuntil 6 p.m.
Chess Club 3rd-5th
A chess club for third- through fifth-graders welcomes beginners to learn and play, with a chance to meet other players.
GamesErie Community LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 5:15 p.m.
Teens Cook
Food & drinkWindsor LibraryFreeFor teensuntil 6 p.m.
evening
Android/iOS Basics (Registration Required)
Adults can get one-on-one help with their Android or iOS devices.
ClassesEaton Public LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 6 p.m.
Bella Metz
ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
LINC's True Crime Book Club
An adult book club features a monthly true-crime book, with stories spanning murder, art theft and mobsters.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 6:30 p.m.
Fall Tote Bags
Make a custom canvas tote with a tie-dye alternative that uses permanent markers and rubbing alcohol to create watercolor-like patterns.
Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 7 p.m.
Monthly Writing Group
Writers, aspiring writers and others interested in writing share finished or in-progress work and exchange feedback across genres.
Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies - Library, Estes ParkFreeFor adultsuntil 7 p.m.
Board Game Night at The Legion
NightlifeAmerican Legion Post 119, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8:45 p.m.
Assemblage with Water Color, Level I
Beginners and other skill levels explore watercolor painting and assemblage, learning color mixing, composition and finishing techniques.
ClassesGreeley Creative Arts Center$120 for 4 sessionsuntil 8 p.m.
Beer & Bingo
Beer and bingo bring prize rounds to a kid- and dog-friendly taproom.
Maxline Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Old Town Book Club
A book club discusses Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke, with new members welcome.
BooksOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.
Banned Books Week Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of banned books, censorship and intellectual freedom in a trivia night for solo players or teams.
ArtsMythmaker Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 8 p.m.
Erie Evening Book Club
Readers discuss fiction and nonfiction books and share their opinions in an in-person book club.
Erie Community LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.
New Material Night!
A comedy open mic welcomes performers to take the stage and audiences to watch.
ArtsThe Comedy Fort, Fort CollinsFree
Dracula - Pay What You Can Night
A gothic adaptation of Bram Stoker’s vampire tale blends supernatural danger, suspense and haunting romance.
ArtsThe Lincoln Center, Fort Collinsuntil 10:30 p.m.
Rite & Reverie: UNC Symphony Orchestra performs Stravinsky & Beethoven
The UNC Symphony Orchestra performs Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring and Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, featuring violinist Igor Pikayzen.
MusicCampus Commons Performance Hall, Greeley$5 – $24until 9:30 p.m.
Service Industry Night at Main Event
A gathering for service-industry workers features bowling, laser tag, arcade games, cosmic bowling, a live DJ and food and drink specials.
MusicMain Event, Windsor12.99 All You Can Playuntil 1 a.m.
There Will Be Gore
A horror mystery movie screening offers concessions alongside the film.
FilmThe Lyric, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 11 p.m.
Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 25 open
to Oct 8
LEGO Fest
A LEGO event features creative activities, a red-white-and-blue challenge, a tallest-tower challenge and prizes.
ArtsPlatteville Public LibraryFreeFor familiesdaily at 4 p.m.
to Oct 9
Farr Pet Photo Show
A pet photo show invites submissions for public voting and staff awards in several categories.
ArtsFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor familiesdaily at 9 a.m.
to Oct 13
Monthly Craft Kit
A cross-stitch craft kit includes a pattern, fabric and floss; skill levels vary by kit.
Centennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsdaily at 9 a.m.
to Oct 16
Euchre Night at Breckenridge Brewery!
Euchre players of all ages compete in a team tournament for a prize package.
Food & drinkBreckenridge Brewery, Fort CollinsFreeFor families
to Oct 30
Old Town Library Art Gallery: Artists at Larimer County Jail and Creativity During Incarceration
Art by current and former Larimer County Jail artists is on display, with an opening reception featuring its curator and refreshments.
ArtsOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor families
to Nov 14
UNC Bears Home Football Games
Northern Colorado's Bears play home and road football games against Big Sky and nonconference opponents.
SportsUniversity of Northern Colorado Athletics, Greeley$7-$160
to Nov 28
Connected by the Canyon: 50 Years Since the Big Thompson Flood
A retrospective uses photographs, maps, recovered objects and oral histories to examine the Big Thompson Flood and the community’s recovery.
Loveland Museum,503 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAdaily at 5 p.m.
Connected by the Canyon: 50 Years Since the Big Thompson Flood
Loveland Museum/Gallery
to Dec 10
Drag Bingo with Taylor Made x Odell
A drag bingo show with local performers and prizes.
ArtsThe OBC Wine Project, Fort Collins
to Dec 13
Of a Feather
Selected works from the collection explore birds’ cultural and visual significance, from ceremonial masks of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to folk art of the Americas.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
Ralph Steadman And Another Thing
Illustrations and artworks showcase Ralph Steadman’s collaborations with Hunter S. Thompson, literary classics, children’s books and social commentary.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
to Dec 16
Open Mic Night
Musicians, poets and other performers take the mic at a live open mic hosted by local musician Max Miller.
MusicAvant Garde Aleworks, Estes ParkFree
to Dec 19
imagiNation: Fashioning A Nation, 1776 - 2026
An exhibition explores how American fashion and textiles express national identity, commemoration and nostalgia over time.
ArtsAvenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort CollinsFreeFor families
to Dec 29
Vinyl Night
Guests can bring records to have them played during a taproom vinyl session.
CommunityAvant Garde Aleworks, Estes ParkFree
to Dec 31
AudaTours Greeley Audio Tour: Heritage Echoes of Jackson Field & Civic Landmarks
A self-guided audio tour explores campus, newspaper and business landmarks through stories of controversy, secrets and historical turning points.
OutdoorsClubhouse-Student Union, Greeley$3.99daily at noon
Welcome to Paradise Nail & Spa
A nail and spa service offers pedicures, manicures, waxing and eyelash services.
FestivalsParadise Nail & Spa, Estes Parkdaily at 9 a.m.
to Jan 2
Creative Confluence: The Origins of Abstract Art in Colorado, 1946-1960
An exhibition explores how Colorado landscapes, colleges and postwar artists helped shape a distinct abstract art movement.
Loveland Museum,503 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAdaily at 10 a.m.
Creative Confluence: The Origins of Abstract Art in Colorado, 1946-1960
An exhibition explores how Colorado landscapes, colleges and postwar artists helped shape a distinct abstract art movement.
Loveland Museum,503 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAdaily at 10 a.m.
Creative Confluence: The Origins of Abstract Art in Colorado
ArtsLoveland Museum/Gallery
to Feb 12
Found on Fourth
Loveland Museum/Gallery
to Feb 13
Found on Fourth
Photographs document Fourth Street’s construction and the people behind it, alongside excavated objects that reveal traces of the community’s past.
Loveland Museum Mezzanine,503 North Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USAdaily at 10 a.m.
to Apr 2
Outstanding in Our Field: CSU’s Impact on Colorado Horticulture
An archival exhibition traces CSU’s impact on Colorado horticulture through crops, research and the spread of agricultural knowledge.
ArtsMorgan Library, CSU Libraries, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 a.m.
to May 15
Gifts from Ghana: Community Engagement & Transnational Solidarity Project
Student photography, video, writing and digital storytelling document a Ghana immersion and exchanges with Ghanaian communities.
ArtsCSU LIBRARIES - MORGAN LIBRARY, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 a.m.
to May 27
Morning Yoga
Morning yoga classes offer styles including Hatha, Gentle, Vinyasa and restorative, with options for a range of experience levels.
SportsEstes Park Yogadaily at 8 a.m.
to Oct 1
We the People: Voices of Democracy
Posters by Shepard Fairey and selections from CSU’s poster collection explore democracy, civic expression and the relationship between art and activism.
ArtsCSU LIBRARIES - MORGAN LIBRARY, Fort CollinsFreedaily at 9 a.m.