The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Things to do this week, free

Today Thursday, November 12 30 events

All day

afternoon

  • Fall 2026 K-12 Educator Employment Fair

    A job fair connects education job seekers with schools recruiting for teaching, counseling, administrative and substitute roles, with interviews and meet-and-greets.

    University Center Ballrooms, Greeley

    until 6 p.m.

    Free

  • Community Game Night

    People of all ages can play board, card and party games or puzzles, and bring a favorite game to share.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 7:30 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Clay Olympics!

    A clay-throwing competition features challenges such as tallest pot, fastest bucket and blindfolded throwing; some throwing experience is recommended.

    Arts Annex – Ceramic Side, Greeley

    until 6:30 p.m.

    TheaterFree
  • Science Fun

    Third- and fourth-graders explore science through activities, games and experiments.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, until 5:30 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Mini Bookshelf and Origami Books

    Teens and adults choose a front for a mini bookshelf, then make origami books to place on it.

    Erie Community Library

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

    ArtsFree

evening

  • Alex Thoele Acoustic

    The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Paper Roses

    Severance Library

    For adults, until 6 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Larimer Health Connect – Enrollment Event by Appointment

    One-on-one help guides people through health coverage options and enrollment, including Medicaid, CHP+ and Marketplace plans.

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Juguemos Loteria

    Players can learn and play Lotería, with chances to win prizes and try snacks.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For families, until 6 p.m.

    GamesFree
  • 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

  • Kind and Cozy Virtual Book Club

    A virtual book club discusses Before the Coffee Gets Cold, with a focus on cozy, warm and hopeful reads.

    Virtual Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 6:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Tarot with NoCo Nautilus Youth Group

    LGBTQIA+ youth and allies can get tarot readings, learn to read tarot or make their own cards at a youth drop-in group.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

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

    ArtsFree
  • The First Coloradans: The Ute People and the Land

    A presentation explores Ute ways of life, knowledge of the land and how conflicts with European settlers developed.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For families, until 6:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Demo Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign

    Teens and tweens try Dungeons & Dragons through adventure gameplay, with the option to bring a custom character or use a premade one.

    Erie Community Library

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

    MusicFree

  • Adulting 101

    Windsor Library

    For teens, until 7 p.m.

    Free
  • Tap Talks!

    A TED-style series of brief talks lets speakers choose their topic, with beer.

    New Belgium Brewing Company, Inc., Fort Collins

    Free
  • Bingo Thursdays

    Players compete in bingo for themed prizes, merchandise and gift cards.

    Breckenridge Brewery, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • The Positive Spin: Vinyl Record Night @ Mobb

    Listeners choose vinyl records for a host to play and can be entered to win prizes.

    Mobb Mountain Distillers, Fort Collins

    until 10 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • Ecstatic Dance

    No dance experience is needed for this sober gathering centered on free movement in a nonjudgmental space.

    Petrichor Collective, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • Kersey Bookclub

    Readers meet to discuss a featured book.

    Kersey Library

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Citizenship Class: Advanced Evening

    A class for adults preparing for the naturalization interview, with lessons on library resources.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Greeley

    For adults, until 8 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Citizenship Class: Beginning Evening

    An adult class prepares students for the naturalization interview and teaches them about library resources.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Weld County

    For adults, until 8 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Thrusday Trivia Night

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

    High Brau Taphouse, Greeley

    until 9 p.m.

    NightlifeFree
  • Cribbage Tournament

    Players compete in a cribbage tournament for prizes.

    Gilded Goat Brewing, Fort Collins

    until 8:30 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Forever Young Adult Book Club

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Trivia

    Mugs Coffee Lounge, Fort Collins

    For families, until 9 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree

Tomorrow Friday, November 13 43 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

  • 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
  • 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
  • Golden Years

    A social program brings people together to share memories, strengthen relationships and stay active with light exercises.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    until 11 a.m.

    Free
  • 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

  • Lil' Bites

    Severance Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:15 a.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • 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

  • No Retainer Required with Rachael Ardanuy

    An open legal Q&A lets business owners ask an attorney about formation, leases, contracts, licensing and other concerns.

    Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce

    until noon

    Free
  • Old Town Mindful Movement Storytime

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

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

    StorytimeFree
  • Little Crafters

    Little crafters and their grown-ups make a hands-on craft together.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

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

    ArtsFree
  • 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
  • Library 101

    A practical introduction to using the library covers catalog searches, finding items on shelves, recommendations and digital resources.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, teens, families and adults, until noon

    BooksFree

afternoon

  • Lunch and Learn

    A registered dietitian explains prediabetes, its progression to Type 2 diabetes, associated risks and how activity, nutrition and weight loss can help prevent it.

    Windsor Library

    For adults, until 1:30 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Outreach Fort Collins

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Go West Film Festival: High Noon Showing

    A Go West Film Festival screening of Sergeant Rutledge.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    MusicFree

  • Friday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

    Participants make clay tree trolls and enchanted rocks, then build and decorate forest cottages using natural and recycled materials.

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

    For kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free
  • Old Town Guitar Circle

    Acoustic guitar players of all levels play songs, explore techniques and jam together; mandolin, banjo and ukulele players are also welcome.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 2:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Mad Science

    A science program explores chemical reactions, physics, space and engineering.

    Grover Library

    For kids and teens, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • 100 Square Inches of Art 26

    An exhibition of small-scale artworks explores varied forms and styles within a 100-square-inch limit.

    3 Square Art, Fort Collins

    until 5 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • English Conversation Hour @ Riverside

    English learners of all skill levels practice speaking and listening through facilitated activities and conversation.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Beyond the Classroom: Fall Fox Ornaments

    Kids make and decorate a fox-themed ornament in an enrichment session featuring arts, crafts and STEM activities.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For kids, until 4 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
  • Video Game Hour

    Players of all ages and skill levels can play on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch, with retro consoles rotating in.

    Eaton Public Library

    For families, until 4:30 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Reading Bugs

    An online book club for children includes a book and supplies for related activities and crafts.

    Zoom Link, Windsor

    For kids, until 4:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Teen Lounge

    A hangout for teens with video games, music and refreshments.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For teens, until 4:45 p.m.

    GamesFree
  • "I've Been Meaning to Read That..." Adult Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry

    Readers discuss Lessons in Chemistry in a relaxed book-club conversation with fellow book lovers.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 5 p.m.

    BooksFree

evening

  • Jon Pickett (Chain Station) Acoustic

    Jon Pickett performs solo as a singer-songwriter and one-man band, blending bluegrass with a range of musical influences.

    The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • Teen Video Gaming

    Windsor Library

    For teens, until 7 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Bad Luck Club

    Guests can get tarot readings, mini color lash extensions and custom charms, try woodland drinks, and play a game to catch good luck and dodge bad omens.

    Tadpoles Boba, Fort Collins

    For families, until 8 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • Friday Night Live Music

    Live music features Share The Road, Neilson & Nicholson, Random & True and guest artists.

    American Legion Post 119, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • Queen of Hearts Drawing

    American Legion Post 119, Estes Park

    until 7 p.m.

    CommunityFree

  • Starry Sky Soiree with Northern Colorado Astronomical Society

    An open-house stargazing program offers telescope views of stars, galaxies and planets with members of the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society.

    Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, Fort Collins

    until 9 p.m.

    OutdoorsFree
  • Open Mic/ Open Floor Night

    Community members can perform short, family-friendly acts or watch, with a silent auction fundraiser and refreshments.

    Front Range Classical Ballet Academy, 3501 S. Mason Unit #1, Fort Collins

    For families, until 9 p.m.

    MusicFree

  • Karaoke Night

    A karaoke singalong offers friends and family a chance to get together and sing.

    Lonigans, Estes Park

    until midnight

    NightlifeFree

Saturday November 14 41 events

All day

morning

  • Intro to Genetic Genealogy

    A genealogy presentation explains DNA test types, testing companies and how to choose tests for different research questions.

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 12:30 p.m.

    HistoryFree
  • Larimer Health Connect – Walk-In and Enroll Event

    Free one-on-one help with navigating and enrolling in health coverage, including Medicaid, CHP+ and marketplace plans.

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • 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
  • Tween/Teen Hydro Dip Tumbler

    Participants hydro-dip and paint tumblers.

    Creativity Cabin Estes Park

    For kids and teens, until 10:30 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
  • Saturday Cafe

    A coffeehouse-inspired gathering offers handmade caffeinated or decaffeinated drinks, books and games, with space for small projects and conversation.

    Seed & Sage Studio, Estes Park

    until noon

    ArtsFree
  • Holiday Open House at Bath Garden Center

    An open house with gift and decoration shopping, sweet treats and apple cider.

    Bath Garden Center & Nursery, Fort Collins

    until 4 p.m.

    HolidayFree
  • National Toy Store Day - A Party For YOU!

    A family party at an independent toy store with crafts, toy demos, slime, glitter tattoos and treats.

    Clothes Pony & Dandelion Toys, Fort Collins

    until 2 p.m.

    Free
  • Weekend Toons

    The Lyric, Fort Collins

    Free
  • Council Tree All Ages Storytime

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

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

    StorytimeFree
  • Fort Collins Safe Zone Training

    Training builds knowledge of resources for LGBTQIA+ people and develops skills for allies, especially family members, community leaders and people in education or helping professions.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For teens and adults, until 1 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • 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
  • LEGO Club

    Children who can build independently use LEGO bricks to take on a challenge or create their own projects.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, until 11:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree
  • 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
  • PopUp Library @ Briggsdale Community Library Craft Fair

    The PopUp Library offers a stamp at a craft fair featuring antiques, crafts and a bake sale.

    Outreach/Mobile Services, Weld County

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • 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
  • Centennial State Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker"

    Dancers perform ballet excerpts with a simple reading of the story between selections, for all ages.

    Erie Community Library

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

    MusicFree

  • Holiday Art Mart with NCN

    A market of handmade goods from local artists, with interactive activities, hot drinks and exhibits for shoppers.

    Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, Fort Collins

    until 5 p.m.

    HolidayFree
  • Global Tales: Mandarin

    A Mandarin-and-English children's storytime features music and hands-on crafts, welcoming all ages and people interested in Chinese culture.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids and families, until noon

    StorytimeFree
  • 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

  • Puzzle Exchange

    A puzzle exchange lets people trade old puzzles for gently used ones or take home donated puzzles.

    Atrium, Estes Park

    For kids, teens and adults, until 5 p.m.

    Free

afternoon

  • Scents & Stories

    Browse fragrances with help from a scent sommelier, sample chocolate and nonalcoholic bubbles, and find aura photography and readings available for a fee.

    Cherry on Top Bookshop, Fort Collins

    until 6 p.m.

    HolidayFree
  • Go West Film Festival: High Noon Showing

    A G-rated showing of Way Out West, part of the Go West Film Festival.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    MusicFree

  • Saturday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

    Participants sculpt tree trolls from air-dry clay, moss and branches, then build and decorate forest cottages from rocks, bottles and sticks.

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

    For kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free
  • A Mouthful of Blood: Writing the History of the American West

    A writing workshop uses 19th-century primary sources to explore documentary poetics; all genres are welcome, and no historical-document experience is needed.

    Wolverine Farm Publick House, Fort Collins

    until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Crafternoon Tea

    Crafters bring their own knitting, crochet, sewing or other projects to work alongside others, with basic supplies, an experienced knitter for questions and hot tea.

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

    For teens and adults, until 3 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Views of Nature The Galapagos Archipelago

    A photo program explores Galapagos wildlife, plant life, geology, human history and present-day communities.

    Erie Community Library

    For adults, until 2:30 p.m.

    Free
  • 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
  • 100 Square Inches of Art 26

    An exhibition of small-scale artworks explores varied forms and styles within a 100-square-inch limit.

    3 Square Art, Fort Collins

    until 5 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Ciclismo en invierno

    Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

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

    ClassesFree

evening

  • Live Music

    Local artists perform live music.

    Gilded Goat Brewing, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    MusicFree

  • Karaoke Night

    A karaoke singalong offers friends and family a chance to get together and sing.

    Lonigans, Estes Park

    until midnight

    NightlifeFree

Sunday November 15 15 events

All day

morning

  • Ginger and Baker Thanksgiving Market

    A market brings together local makers’ handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, home décor and holiday gifts.

    Ginger and Baker, Fort Collins

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    HolidayFree

  • 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

afternoon

  • Sunday Happy Hour

    A taproom happy hour offers discounted food and drinks.

    Avant Garde Aleworks, Estes Park

    until 3 p.m.

    CommunityFree
  • Made on Sunday

    People of all ages can design a wooden coaster with paint pens and stencils, using autumn motifs or their own ideas.

    Fort Collins Welcome Center

    until 3 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Teen Dungeons & Dragons

    Teens learn to play Dungeons & Dragons while exploring their imaginations and building cooperation and problem-solving skills.

    Raven's Roast, Estes Park

    For teens, until 4 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Artsy Fartsy (for adults!): Beads!

    Adults make jewelry, bookmarks and other projects with beads in a library crafting session; supplies are provided.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Sweet Traditions: Holiday Candy Making Workshop

    A demonstration shows how to make classic homemade holiday treats, including fluffy marshmallows, caramels and pistachio brittle, with tips for making them at home.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For adults, until 3:30 p.m.

    OutdoorsFree

  • Family LEGO Club

    Families build with provided LEGO bricks in a casual club focused on creativity and making friends.

    Erie Community Library

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    ClassesFree

evening

  • Rock Cut Bingo

    Bingo with occasional caller-led themes and prizes for each round.

    Rock Cut Brewing Company, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    CommunityFree
  • 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

  • Geeks Who Drink

    Teams tackle a quiz spanning science, sports and pop culture, with audio and visual rounds.

    The Lyric, Fort Collins

    Free

Monday November 16 62 events

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
  • Erie Twinkle Babies

    A lap-sit storytime for babies and caregivers features age-appropriate songs, actions and books to support early literacy.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

    StorytimeFree
  • Farr Music and Movement Storytime

    A music-and-movement storytime for children and caregivers uses instruments and activities to build motor and early literacy skills.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

    StorytimeFree
  • Mead Library Twinkle Babies

    A storytime for babies features songs and stories, with tips for supporting healthy development.

    Mead Public Library

    For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

    StorytimeFree
  • Riverside Tales for Tots

    Storytime for toddlers and their caregivers features stories, songs and fingerplays to build early literacy and listening skills.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

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

    StorytimeFree
  • Centennial Park Finders Seekers STEAM Storytime

    Preschoolers and caregivers explore everyday science through books, songs and hands-on activities at an interactive STEAM storytime.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For preschoolers, until 10:15 a.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Monthly Writing Group

    Writers, including aspiring writers, share work and offer one another constructive feedback in a group welcoming all genres.

    Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies - Downstairs Room #6, Estes Park

    For adults, until 11:45 a.m.

    Free

  • Stay and Play

    Severance Library

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

    GamesFree
  • Centennial Park Family Storytime

    A family storytime features books, songs, fingerplays and movement, plus a take-home craft or activity.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

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

    StorytimeFree
  • 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 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree
  • Farr Music and Movement Storytime

    A music-and-movement storytime for children and caregivers uses instruments and activities to build motor and early literacy skills.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree
  • Music and Movement

    Children and caregivers move together in a program that supports motor skills and early literacy, with activities geared toward young children.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

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

    StorytimeFree

  • Chair Yoga

    Harmony Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 12:30 p.m.

    Free
  • LINC Twinkle Babies

    A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate actions, songs and books that support early literacy.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For babies and toddlers, until noon

    BooksFree
  • 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, Evans

    For adults, until 12:30 p.m.

    Free

afternoon

  • Advance Care Planning with UCHealth

    Appointments help people document future medical-care wishes, with witnesses and notary services and documents shared with chosen local hospitals.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 4 p.m.

    Free
  • Music and Movement Storytime

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

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 2 p.m.

    Free
  • T'ai Chi Chih

    A moving-meditation session introduces gentle T'ai Chi Chih movements, with seated participation available.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For adults, until 2:15 p.m.

    Free
  • Mason Jar Flower Arrangements

    Create a flower arrangement in a rustic mason jar in a hands-on workshop.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For adults, until 2:30 p.m.

    Free
  • Learn to Weave in Week

    A condensed weaving class teaches participants to read a draft, set up a loom and weave a small sampler.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Erie Twinkle Babies

    A lap-sit storytime for babies and caregivers features age-appropriate songs, actions and books to support early literacy.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies and toddlers, until 1:45 p.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Drop in Resume Help

    Get help creating a resume or updating an existing one.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For teens and adults, until 4 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • 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 Library

    For families, until 3:50 p.m.

    Free
  • 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 7 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • After-School Collective

    An after-school series mixes games, art, experiments and presenters, with sessions encouraging creativity and connection.

    Severance Library

    For kids, until 4:15 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Lego Engineers

    Windsor Library

    For kids, until 4:15 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • 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 4:30 p.m.

    Free
  • 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
  • Tales to Tails

    Children and families can read aloud to a therapy dog through a partnership with Caring Canines.

    Eaton Public Library

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

    BooksFree

  • Slow Flow Yoga

    A gentle Hatha and slow Vinyasa class combines mindful movement and stretching; it’s beginner-friendly and open to all levels.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For teens and adults, until 5 p.m.

    Free
  • Kids' Yoga @ LINC

    Children stretch, breathe and move through story-inspired yoga, with parents welcome to join.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For kids and families, until 5 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Level Up! (Mystery!)

    A program for elementary-aged kids offers changing activities, from movement games and creative projects to community adventures.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For kids, until 5 p.m.

    Free
  • Pokemon Club

    Pokémon fans play the trading card game with a Pokémon Professor on hand to offer guidance and answer questions.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

    GamesFree
  • Teen Writing Club: A Room of Your Own

    Teen writers work on their own projects, discuss creative writing and can share their work in an inclusive group.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Bubble Tea Social

    Teens learn to make bubble tea and socialize through games, conversation starters and photo booth fun.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids and teens, until 5:30 p.m.

    Free

evening

  • Android/iOS Basics (Registration Required)

    Adults can get one-on-one help with their Android or iOS devices.

    Eaton Public Library

    For adults, until 6 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Fall Wreaths

    Create a decorative wreath using supplied materials in a hands-on workshop.

    Eaton Public Library

    For adults, until 7 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Board Game Night at The Legion

    American Legion Post 119, Estes Park

    until 8:45 p.m.

    NightlifeFree
  • A Year with Agatha: Forensics Through the Ages

    Learners and mystery fans explore forensic science, from fingerprinting and toxicology to modern profiling, alongside Agatha Christie's detective fiction.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 6:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Relax & Craft

    Adults make cauldron wreaths, quilt squares or book ornaments in a relaxed crafting setting; no experience is needed.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For adults, until 6:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Tai Chi (Taiji) for All Levels

    A beginner-friendly Tai Chi practice uses slow, low-impact movements and a calm, alert mental focus.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    until 6:30 p.m.

    Free
  • Holiday Cards

    A Canva tutorial covers designing holiday cards with uploaded photos, edited text and other customizations.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    until 7 p.m.

    Free

  • Beer & Bingo

    Beer and bingo bring prize rounds to a kid- and dog-friendly taproom.

    Maxline Brewing, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    Free
  • Trivia Night!

    Trivia teams answer questions on general knowledge and weekly themes, plus photo and audio rounds, competing for prizes.

    Odell Brewing Company, Fort Collins

    until 8 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Old Town Book Club

    A public book-club discussion of Tayari Jones’s Kin.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • The Drop-In Story Lab

    A drop-in storytelling session teaches what makes a story work, with optional sharing of true personal stories and real-time feedback.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For adults, until 7:30 p.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Explore our National Parks: Sand Creek Massacre

    A park official discusses the history and sights of Sand Creek Massacre Historic Site in a video talk, with time for questions.

    Erie Community Library

    For adults, until 7 p.m.

    MusicFree
  • IEW Flow (2024) screening

    A screening of the Latvian animated film Flow follows a black cat and animal companions trying to survive a post-apocalyptic world as water rises.

    Lindou Auditorium, Greeley

    until 7:30 p.m.

    Free

  • New Material Night!

    A comedy open mic welcomes performers to take the stage and audiences to watch.

    The Comedy Fort, Fort Collins

    ArtsFree

  • There Will Be Gore

    A horror mystery movie screening offers concessions alongside the film.

    The Lyric, Fort Collins

    until 11 p.m.

    FilmFree

Continue with Tuesday, November 17

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 13 open

to Nov 14

  • Go West Film Festival

    A festival screens classic and contemporary westerns, with a shorts showcase and filmmakers appearing in person.

    Kress Cinema and Lounge, Greeley

    Free

to Nov 24

  • Art Harvest: Pastel by Julie Mass

    An exhibition features landscape and still-life pastel paintings by a Fort Collins artist.

    Old Town Library, Fort Collins

    For families

    ArtsFree

to Nov 26

  • Turkeys for Turkeys

    Bowl three strikes in a row for a certificate toward a Thanksgiving turkey, redeemable at most supermarkets.

    Chipper's Lanes Fort Collins College | 830 North

    daily at 10 a.m.

    HolidayFree

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
  • Ralph Steadman: And Another Thing

    A retrospective of a British illustrator features more than 140 original artworks and prints, including Gonzo illustrations, political commentary and children’s books.

    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 Jan 1

  • All is Bright Tour

    A self-guided Centerra holiday tour takes visitors past light displays, decorated neighborhoods and businesses, cocoa stops and an ice rink.

    Loveland

    For kids and families, daily at 5 p.m.

    HolidayFree

to Apr 2

to May 15

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.