The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Clear, 55° in Fort Collins at 10:25 AM. Forecast high 53, low 41.

For kids this week, free

Friday November 6 23 events

All day

morning

  • Babies and Books

    Windsor Library

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

    StorytimeFree

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

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

    Free

  • Holiday Pottery Market

    At least 40 guild potters sell ceramics, from mugs and tableware to sculptures and ornaments, at a fundraiser for their artist community.

    Northside Aztlan Community Center, Fort Collins

    For families, until 4 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • Stay and Play

    Windsor Library

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

    GamesFree

  • Old Town Mindful Movement Storytime

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Messy Me at Harmony

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For babies and toddlers, until 10:45 a.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Stay and Play

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

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

    ArtsFree

  • Wiggle Worms

    Eaton Public Library

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

    MusicFree

  • 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

  • Farr Family Storytime

    Stories, songs and rhymes build early literacy skills for children and their caregivers.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For families, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Old Town Mindful Movement Storytime

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

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

    StorytimeFree

  • LINC Mini-Makers STEAM Storytime

    Preschoolers and caregivers explore age-appropriate STEAM concepts through stories and hands-on activities.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For preschoolers and kids, until 11:45 a.m.

    BooksFree

afternoon

  • Signs & Stories

    Families learn American Sign Language signs through stories, songs and rhymes, with activities supporting communication and early language development.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Paint & Sip

    Participants enjoy mocktails while learning to paint a picture together.

    Grover Library

    For kids, teens and adults, until 4:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Beyond the Classroom: Botley Delivery Service

    Kids in homeschool and online academy programs explore how robots can help deliver items in this STEM enrichment activity.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For kids, until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Face Painting Friday

    A face-painting session offers the chance to paint your own face, someone else's, or have yours painted.

    Kersey Library

    For kids and teens, 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

  • Friday Live Music: Lost Penny

    Lost Penny plays a live set at Snowy Peaks Winery.

    Snowy Peaks Winery, Estes Park

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

    ArtsFree

evening

  • FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove

    A self-guided walking tour explores local art, with gallery shows, artist meet-and-greets and live music along the route.

    Various Locations, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 8 p.m.

    FestivalsFree

  • Live Jazz by Max Wagner & Stu MacAskie

    Max Wagner and Stu MacAskie play live jazz alongside gallery artwork, art demonstrations and show openings.

    Earthwood Collections, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 7 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Runway Rebels: An Upcycled Fashion Show

    A community fashion show features wearable art made from discarded materials, celebrating creativity and sustainability.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids, teens, families and adults, until 9 p.m.

    Free

Saturday November 7 20 events

All day

morning

  • Free Movie & Story Time- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

    A story time precedes an animated Winnie-the-Pooh movie about Pooh and friends enjoying their days together and singing through adventures.

    Historic Park Theatre, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until noon

    ArtsFree

  • Adaptive Storytime

    A welcoming storytime uses movement, music, stories, sensory options and play to support early literacy for neurodivergent children and others who benefit from multisensory learning.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 9:50 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

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

    Free

  • Baby Storytime at Estes Valley Library

    A storytime for babies, toddlers and caregivers features rhymes, songs, movement and play.

    Wasson Board Room, Estes Park

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Holiday Pottery Market

    At least 40 guild potters sell ceramics, from mugs and tableware to sculptures and ornaments, at a fundraiser for their artist community.

    Northside Aztlan Community Center, Fort Collins

    For families, until 4 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • Wildcraft Markets Opening Day

    The indoor market opens with 100 or more local vendors offering winter produce, meats, coffee, bread and handmade goods, plus live music and family activities.

    Foothills Shopping Center, Fort Collins

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    MarketsFree

  • Council Tree All Ages Storytime

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Holiday Shoppe

    A holiday shop offers locally handcrafted gifts, from stocking stuffers and home décor to surprises for friends and family.

    The Old Gallery, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 4 p.m.

    CommunityFree

  • Storytime at Estes Valley Library

    A storytime for young children and their caregivers features songs, movement, puppets and stories.

    Wasson Board Room, Estes Park

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Erie Saturday Family Storytime

    A family storytime brings kids and caregivers together for stories, songs, reading, conversation, play and writing.

    Erie Community Library

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Symphony and Stories for Children

    Symphony musicians bring music and storytelling to a short adventure for young children and their caregivers.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For preschoolers, kids and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    ArtsFree

  • LINC Family Storytime

    A family storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers uses songs, books and activities to build early literacy and a love of reading.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

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

    BooksFree

  • Bee Harvest Workshop

    A hands-on workshop explores mason bee life cycles before participants harvest and clean cocoons for winter, suited to families, gardeners and nature enthusiasts.

    Erie Community Library

    For families and adults, until 12:30 p.m.

    Free

afternoon

  • Saturday Kids Club at YMCA: Mad Science with Mark

    A kids' science session explores gallium's unusual properties and aerogel, a lightweight material NASA uses to catch comet dust.

    YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center, Estes Park

    For kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free

  • Medieval Garb Workshop

    Teens learn about medieval clothing and sew their own cowl in a beginner-friendly workshop.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids and teens, until 2:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens & Teens

    Tweens and teens of all experience levels can play Dungeons & Dragons with help from a Dragon Master.

    Eaton Public Library

    For kids and teens, until 4 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Curators' Gallery Tour: imagiNation

    Curators guide a gallery tour exploring how American fashion and textiles express national identity, commemoration and nostalgia.

    Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

    For families, until 2:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • DINOvember!

    A family drop-in celebration features a volcano eruption, crafts and other activities.

    Erie Community Library

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

    ArtsFree

Sunday November 8 6 events

All day

morning

  • NOCO Moms Together

    A moms’ group offers conversation, advice, coffee and breakfast, with childcare provided; mothers of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

    Gathering Place, Fort Collins

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

    Free

  • Holiday Pottery Market

    At least 40 guild potters sell ceramics, from mugs and tableware to sculptures and ornaments, at a fundraiser for their artist community.

    Northside Aztlan Community Center, Fort Collins

    For families, until 4 p.m.

    HolidayFree

afternoon

  • Maxline Fall Makers Market

    A local makers market offers handmade goods, unique gifts and Colorado favorites alongside craft beer.

    Maxline Brewing, Fort Collins

    For families, until 5 p.m.

    MusicFree

evening

  • Sunday dinner live music

    A family-friendly event combines storytelling and live music with food and craft cocktails.

    Lonigans, Estes Park

    For kids and families, until 8 p.m.

    NightlifeFree

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.