The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Clear, 57° in Fort Collins at 9:55 AM. Forecast high 73, low 50.

Things to do today

Today Thursday, October 22 117 events

All day

  • 13 : The Séance at The Stanley

    An adults-only theatrical séance lets guests witness and participate in a Victorian-style séance featuring the Stanley Hotel’s departed guests.

    Aiden Sinclair's Underground, Estes Park

    Arts$95

  • Chocolate Bar Making Experience

    Participants choose add-ins, make a chocolate bar and learn how chocolate is made in this hands-on experience.

    The Stanley Chocolate Factory, Estes Park

    Arts

  • Halloween Art Experiences

    A hands-on Halloween art workshop for all skill levels features four projects: a marbled pumpkin lantern, alcohol-ink light box, abstract painting and spider-web mobile.

    Inspired Art Experiences, Estes Park

    Festivals

  • Inspired Drop-In Art Experiences

    Drop-in art projects and take-home kits let beginners and experienced artists try techniques including acrylic pouring, marbling, hydro dipping and alcohol inks.

    Inspired Artisan Market & Studio, Estes Park

    For kids and families

    ArtsPrice varies

  • Halloween Dairy Tours

    Halloween-themed farm tours visit a schoolhouse, watch cows being milked, explore a bottling plant, meet calves and sample flavored milk and yogurt.

    Morning Fresh Dairy, Bellvue

    For families

    Arts$12

  • AfroBohemian Home: An Installation by Zsudayka Nzinga

    An immersive gallery installation turns a room into a domestic space exploring Black American culture and the home as a source of strength and unity.

    Gregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort Collins

    ArtsFree

  • Museum Exhibition | Colorado Community Threads: Reflections on Place and People.

    Textile artists from across Colorado share perspectives on the state’s history, places and sense of community.

    Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

    For families

    ArtsFree

  • Museum Exhibition | Kimono Matters: Materiality and Making

    An exhibition examines how kimono materials have shaped the garment’s place in fashion history and why it still matters today.

    Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

    For families

    ArtsFree

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.

    Meeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    Classes$14.99

  • Citizenship Class: Advanced Morning

    A class for adult students preparing for the naturalization interview, with guidance on library resources.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Greeley

    For adults, until 10:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Citizenship Class: Beginning Morning

    A class for adult students preparing for the naturalization interview, with guidance on library resources.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Weld County

    For adults, until 10:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Tarot Reading Special Day!

    Tarot readings are offered in private or group sessions, with a focus on life changes, heartbreak and anxiety.

    My Tarot Mom, Estes Park

    until 11 a.m.

    Festivals$45/30 min; $65/45 min; $85/hr

  • Coffee with CASA

    A come-and-go conversation with CASA staff for people curious about volunteering or supporting child advocacy for local children and families.

    Zoe's Cafe & Events, Greeley

  • Baby Storytime at Cubz Den Recreation Center

    A storytime introduces infants to early literacy and language through books, songs and rhymes, with social interaction.

    Estes Valley Community Center, Estes Park

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • LINC Music & Movement

    Preschoolers and caregivers move together through an active storytime with stories and music that support motor skills and early literacy.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    BooksFree

  • Cuentitos

    A Spanish-bilingual storytime for young children uses stories, songs and crafts to practice early literacy.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    until 10:45 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Makerspace Open Studio

    A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Wills and Power of Attorney Legal Clinic

    A volunteer attorney helps qualifying older adults prepare wills and other legal documents recording their medical and financial wishes.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    Free

  • Art & Access: New Directions in Prints and Multiples

    Museum of Art | Fort Collins

    For families

    Festivals

  • Thursdays at the Library

    An open-house library program offers changing stories, crafts, presenters and other activities for learning and play.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

    Free

  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    Free

  • Ed Beaty Hall Art Show: Ransom Notes

    An art exhibition features work by Aims Art faculty member H. Bryan Stinson.

    Ed Beaty Hall, Greeley

    For families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Youth Biz

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids and teens, until 11:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Music Thursday

    A music session with Andrea Otero invites little ones to dance, move and enjoy music together.

    Aims Community College, Greeley

  • Family Storytime

    A storytime for young children and their caregivers features books, songs and learning activities.

    Loveland Public Library

    For families, until 10:45 a.m.

    Storytime

  • Storytime at the Cubz Den Recreation Center

    Storytime for young children and their caregivers features songs, movement activities, puppets and stories to encourage a love of books and language.

    Estes Valley Community Center, Estes Park

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Homeschool Hangout-Paint a Ceramic Pumpkin

    Youth paint ceramic pumpkins in a weekly hands-on program open to experienced makers and beginners.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and teens, until 11:30 a.m.

    Free

  • Centennial Park Music & Movement

    Children and parents or caregivers get up and move together in a program open to all ages.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime

    A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies, with songs, books, fingerplays and activities that support early literacy.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For babies and toddlers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Tales for Tots

    Toddlers and caregivers share stories, songs and fingerplays that build early literacy and listening skills.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For babies and toddlers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Senior Linc-Up

    Older adults gather for socializing and rotating activities, including a mini mosaic coaster project; snacks are provided.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 11:30 a.m.

    ArtsFree

  • LINC Tales for Tots

    Toddlers and caregivers enjoy stories, songs and activities that support early literacy, then take home a craft.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

    BooksFree

  • Babytime

    Pre-walkers and their grown-ups share songs, rhymes, lap bounces and a story, followed by open play.

    Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Johnstown

    For babies and toddlers, until noon

    StorytimeFree

  • Kids Crafts

    Children try simple crafts and practice gluing, cutting and coloring.

    Eaton Public Library

    For preschoolers and kids, until noon

    ArtsFree

  • Citizenship Class: Advanced Midday

    Adult students prepare for the naturalization interview and learn about library resources in a class offered with the Immigrant and Refugee Center of Northern Colorado.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Greeley

    For adults, until 1 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led, step-by-step painting class offers a chance to explore techniques and personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 1 p.m.

    Arts

  • Bilingual Storytime

    A bilingual storytime for young children and caregivers features stories, music and fingerplays in English and Spanish.

    Loveland Public Library

    until 11:30 a.m.

    Storytime

  • Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Drop-in SpeakOut! Writing Workshop

    A drop-in writing workshop welcomes new and experienced writers to create and share poems, life stories, fiction, drama and lyrics.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For teens and adults, until noon

    ArtsFree

  • Moment on Mortality - What Death Looks Like: Dying, Body Care, and Personal Choice

    A values-based session covers signs of active dying, hospice decisions, vigil care, burial and funeral options, memorials and Colorado legal basics.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until noon

    Free

afternoon

  • University of Northern Colorado Women's Soccer vs Portland State

    Greeley, Colo., Jackson Stadium

    until 2 p.m.

    Sports

  • History Hour: “From Many to I” by Tony Arguello

    Tony Arguello shares his family's multigenerational story of struggles, adventures and travels, and encourages attendees to research their own family histories.

    Greeley History Museum

    until 1 p.m.

  • Artist Studio Tour Preview Exhibit

    A preview exhibit displays work by artists participating in the Fort Collins Artist Studio Tour and Sale.

    Fort Collins

    until 6 p.m.

    Arts

  • Yoga

    A yoga session is designed for people feeling stiff or immobile, or wanting to work on flexibility.

    Kersey Library

    For adults, until 1:15 p.m.

    Free

  • Painting Technique Class: Cozy Morning Mug

    An instructor-led ceramic painting session explores new techniques as participants personalize a Cozy Morning mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    Arts$35

  • One-on-One Genealogical Assistance

    Drop-in one-on-one family history research and genealogy assistance is available from the Larimer County Genealogical Society.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    HistoryFree

  • Baby Open Play (BOP)

    Babies and their caregivers explore sensory play with textures, sounds and sights, while adults learn ways to make playtime educational.

    Erie Community Library

    until 2 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Clay Class: Coil or Pebble Bowls

    An instructor-guided clay class makes coil or pebble bowls, which participants can paint after bisque firing.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • 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.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • 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.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • 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.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Painting Technique Class: Crafty Chica Oaxacan Mug

    An instructor-led painting class explores techniques as participants personalize an Oaxacan mug.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    Arts

  • Middle School Hangout

    A relaxed after-school hangout for middle schoolers features arts and crafts, video games, board games and time with friends.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For kids, until 3:45 p.m.

    Free

  • Family Spooky Soap

    Families make Halloween-inspired soaps to take home, adding spooky decorations such as eyeballs or spiders.

    Eaton Public Library

    For families, until 4:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • 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, Evans

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

    Free

  • Tinkering with Tech - Sphero Obstacle Course

    Participants guide Sphero robots through an obstacle course while learning basic programming, in a hands-on activity for all skill levels.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Become a Runway Rebel: Design, Sew and Upcycle

    A fashion program teaches design and sewing as students upcycle old clothes into a collection for a runway show.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids and teens, until 6:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Teen Solder a Light-Up Animal

    A soldering activity introduces the basics as participants make a light-up animal; no prior experience is required.

    Makerspace, Estes Park

    For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

    Free

  • Chess Club for Kids

    Elementary-aged kids can play chess, with volunteers helping beginners get started.

    Loveland Public Library

    For kids, until 5:15 p.m.

  • Erie Family Storytime

    Books, songs and activities support early literacy at a storytime designed for toddlers and preschoolers, with all welcome.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 4:45 p.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Bully Proof: Free Kids’ Self-Defense Seminar

    A self-defense seminar aims to help kids build confidence to stand up to bullying; no martial arts experience is needed.

    2111 South College Ave. STE G, Fort Collins, CO, United States, Colorado 80525

    until 5 p.m.

  • Art Walk & Reception

    An art walk showcases exhibits on air conditioning's hidden systems and how land, sea and air are organized.

    Greeley

    until 6:30 p.m.

    TheaterFree

  • LINC Teen Advisory Board

    Teens share ideas, plan library programs and influence teen services while developing leadership skills.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids and teens, until 5:45 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Clay Creatures!

    First-time clay artists learn to use pyrometric cones to make creatures that develop experimental effects during firing.

    Arts Annex – Ceramic Side, Greeley

    until 6:30 p.m.

    Arts$10

evening

  • Alex Thoele Acoustic

    The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Pumpkins on Parade

    A Halloween and harvest event features themed zones, oversized pumpkin and skeleton displays, seasonal games and live entertainment.

    Gardens on Spring Creek, Fort Collins

    For families, until 9 p.m.

  • Bavarian Bites: A German Culinary Journey with Optional Beer Pairings

    A hands-on cooking class for beginners and experienced cooks covers traditional Bavarian dishes, with optional German-style beer pairings.

    Farm Fusion, Fort Collins

    For families, until 7 p.m.

    Food & drink

  • Hot Off The Grill- $10/Plate or $15 All You Care to Eat BBQ

    A barbecue meal features a rotating menu fresh off the grill, with mead available to pair.

    MeadKrieger Meadery,452 North Washington Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

    until 9 p.m.

  • Bookmobile: Guadalupe Apartments

    A public bookmobile stop offers borrowing and returns, computer use, printing and other library services.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Greeley

    For families, until 6:30 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Thursday Fort Collins Access Bars Trades

    A group exchange lets people who've taken an Access Bars or Access Body class trade and contribute to one another.

    1532 E Mulberry St Unit E, 80524, Fort Collins

    until 7 p.m.

  • Fly Tying Workshop

    A hands-on workshop teaches fly tying at beginner and intermediate levels, with participants taking home the flies they make.

    Avant Garde Aleworks, Estes Park

    until 7:30 p.m.

    Arts$40

  • Plant-Based Thai Cooking Class

    A plant-based cooking class makes Thai spring rolls, tofu yellow curry and coconut mango tapioca pudding, with instruction and a meal of the prepared dishes.

    Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins

    until 8:30 p.m.

    Classes$89

  • Bad Art Night with NoCo Nautilus Youth Group

    LGBTQIA+ youth and allies make deliberately bad art from reused supplies in a drop-in group that also offers connection and support.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For kids and teens, until 7:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • A Sock Knitting Instruction Series: Socktober Part Three: Toes

    Knitters who know how to knit but are new to sock construction learn toe shaping using a foot tracing.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • PLAYING IT FORWARD in Partnership with Off the Hook Arts

    A benefit concert pairs live music and immersive art, raising support for local musician Sasha Stone.

    310 Willow St, Fort Collins, CO 80524-2441, United States

  • Music Bingo at Wiley Roots Brewing

    Players identify songs from short clips and mark bingo cards for a chance to win pint cards.

    625 3rd Street Greeley, CO 80631

    until 9 p.m.

    Nightlife$25

  • Thrusday Trivia Night

    Players answer trivia questions over beer, with beer prizes on the line.

    High Brau Taphouse, Greeley

    until 9 p.m.

    NightlifeFree

  • Mugs Trivia

    A trivia night pairs drinks and prizes with a limited-edition mocktail.

    Mugs Coffee Lounge, Fort Collins

    until 9 p.m.

    Free

  • Underrated Herbs for Skin Health

    A practical herbal skincare class explores lesser-known plants, matching them to skin patterns and making simple preparations such as oils and washes.

    Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary & Clinic, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    Classes$35

  • Music Bingo at Big Thompson Brewery

    Players mark bingo cards while listening to music and compete to win.

    Big Thompson Brewery,114 E 15th St, Loveland

    until 8:30 p.m.

  • Mary Shelley: A Performance by Susan Marie Frontczak

    A performer portrays Mary Shelley in a monologue about creating Frankenstein, followed by a conversation and audience Q&A.

    Gertrude Scott Meeting Room, Loveland

    until 7:30 p.m.

    Theater

  • Parenting Series: Adolescent RISE, with Nicholas Thompson

    A presentation for parents and caregivers debunks myths about adolescence, explains adolescent development and discusses ways to support young people.

    Erie Community Library

    For families and adults, until 8 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Gian-Carlo Menotti’s The Old Maid and the Thief and The Telephone

    Two comedic one-act operas by Italian American composer Gian-Carlo Menotti are presented together.

    Colorado State University School of the Arts, Fort Collins

    until 9:30 p.m.

    Arts

  • Haunted Pub Tour

    A guide leads a tour of haunted Old Town pubs, sharing stories about local drinking history and spirits said to haunt them.

    Fort Collins Tours, LLC

    until 9 p.m.

    $27

  • For Humans, By Humans: Fall Dance Experience

    A dance program combines concert dance, new choreography, live performance and projection work, with screendance films woven between performances.

    Langworthy Theatre, Greeley

    until 9:30 p.m.

    Theater$5 – $24

  • Salsa Thursdays at Scrumpy's

    An open-level dance lesson leads into social dancing to salsa, bachata and more; no experience or partner is needed.

    215 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO, United States, Colorado 80524

    until 10:30 p.m.

  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show

    A live shadowcast performs the film’s story, with callbacks, audience participation, queer expression, elaborate dances and rock songs.

    The Lyric, Fort Collins

    Film$12

  • Paranormal Investigations at The Stanley Hotel

    A hands-on paranormal investigation uses scientific methods and specialized tools to collect and document evidence of the supernatural.

    The Stanley Hotel, Estes Park

    until 1 a.m.

    Nightlife$125

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 30 open

to Oct 22

  • Golden Gallery Art Show

    A gallery showcases local artists’ work across various mediums, with visitors able to explore and connect with artists.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids, teens, families and adults, daily at 8 a.m.

    ArtsFree

to Oct 23

  • Live Music with Laurie Michelle

    Singer and multi-instrumentalist Laurie Michelle performs music ranging from solo acoustic sets to collaborative jazz projects.

    Loveland Aleworks,118 West 4th Street, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

    daily at 6 p.m.

to Oct 24

to Oct 30

to Oct 31

  • Celebrate BOO-TOBER All Month Long at Main Event!

    A Halloween celebration features themed food and drinks, plus a family bash with a DJ, costume contest, themed bowling, crafts and interactive games.

    Main Event Windsor,4455 North Fairgrounds Avenue, Windsor, CO 80550, USA

    daily at 10 a.m.

to Nov 1

  • Fork Around & Find Out

    Greeley's Restaurant Week features special offerings from restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, bakeries, food trucks and more.

    Greeleywide

    Food & drink$15-$25

to Nov 2

  • Old Town Library What's Your Vote Mock Election

    Children cast a ballot in a mock election with fictitious candidates and parties, learning about civic engagement and the voting process.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For kids

    Free

  • What's Your Vote Mock Election-Council Tree Library

    A mock election helps school-age kids learn about civic engagement and voting, with fictitious candidates, parties and displays to explore before casting a ballot.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For kids

    Free

  • What's Your Vote Mock Election-Harmony Library

    A mock election helps school-age kids learn about civic engagement and voting, with fictitious candidates, parties and displays to explore before casting a ballot.

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For kids

    Free

to Nov 8

  • Dear Jack, Dear Louise - Live Theater

    A humorous romantic play follows Jack and Louise as their letters build a connection during World War II, though they have never met.

    Stampede Troupe Black Box Theater, Greeley

    Theater$23

to Nov 28

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.

    Gregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort Collins

    ArtsFree

  • 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.

    Gregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort Collins

    ArtsFree

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.

    Avant Garde Aleworks, Estes Park

    MusicFree

to Dec 19

to Dec 29

  • Vinyl Night

    Guests can bring records to have them played during a taproom vinyl session.

    Avant Garde Aleworks, Estes Park

    CommunityFree

to Dec 31

to Jan 2

to Feb 12

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, USA

    daily at 10 a.m.

to Apr 2

to May 15

to May 27

  • Morning Yoga

    Morning yoga classes offer styles including Hatha, Gentle, Vinyasa and restorative, with options for a range of experience levels.

    Estes Park Yoga

    daily at 8 a.m.

    Sports

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.

    CSU LIBRARIES - MORGAN LIBRARY, Fort Collins

    daily at 9 a.m.

    ArtsFree

Listings come from the calendars of the area's visitor bureaus, libraries, colleges, towns, venues and Rocky Mountain National Park. Times and prices are theirs; check with the organizer before you go.