Things to do this week, free
Sunday October 4 21 events
All day
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.
ArtsGregory Allicar Museum of Art, Fort CollinsFree
morning
Elk Fest
A festival celebrating elk features wildlife exhibits, Native American music and storytelling, craft vendors, live entertainment, a bugling contest and educational seminars.
FestivalsBond Park, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Weekend Toons
A weekend morning cartoon screening includes an all-you-can-eat cereal bar.
The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree
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.
Teen Books & Boba- Falling for Books
Teens meet over boba to discuss books set in fall or featuring Halloween, spooky settings and autumn themes.
Alteatude, Estes ParkFreeFor teensuntil 11:30 a.m.
afternoon
Clothing Swap
An all-ages clothing swap lets people browse and take gently used clothes and accessories, whether or not they bring donations.
Old Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens, families and adultsuntil 4 p.m.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teens can learn Dungeons & Dragons through imaginative play and teamwork, with snacks and refreshments.
GamesRaven's Roast, Estes ParkFreeFor teensuntil 4 p.m.
Anti-MFA: A Writing Workshop for the Rest of Us
A poetry-focused workshop brings people together to discuss published work and give feedback on participants’ writing; all genres and nonwriters are welcome.
ArtsWolverine Farm Publick House, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 4 p.m.
Peas and Thank You: Free Produce and Vegetable Garden Share
People can share homegrown fruits and vegetables or pick up free food, while Master Gardeners answer gardening questions.
Food & drinkHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor families and adultsuntil 3 p.m.
Drop-in Chess
An informal drop-in chess session offers tables and sets for casual play, with chess books available for players looking to improve.
GamesCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor adultsuntil 3:30 p.m.
Manhattan Short Film Festival
A screening of short films from emerging filmmakers lets viewers vote for best film and actor.
MusicLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 5 p.m.
Sunday Fun-day!
Denny Driscoll performs while guests can enjoy wine, wine slushies, a food and charcuterie menu, and paella made on site.
ArtsSnowy Peaks Winery, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 5 p.m.
Banned Books Writing Workshop
An interactive writing workshop explores reading, writing, banned books and authors who inspire new ways of seeing the world.
ArtsCSU Behavioral Sciences Building, Rm 105, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 2:45 p.m.
Lotería
Players can learn and play Lotería, with chances to win prizes and try snacks.
GamesRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Silent Reading Hour
A quiet group reading session lets people bring a book or choose one from the shelves, with no discussion or expectation to socialize.
BooksCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor adultsuntil 4 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 3:30 p.m.
Animal Afternoon
Old Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor kidsuntil 4 p.m.
"Judy Blume Forever" Film Screening
A documentary traces author Judy Blume’s life and legacy, including her role in opening discussion of taboo subjects and book banning.
ArtsCSU Behavioral Sciences Building, Rm A101, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens and adultsuntil 5 p.m.
evening
Geoff Clark Acoustic
Geoff Clark performs solo guitar and vocals, blending Americana, alt-country, folk and rock with Irish drinking songs.
ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Sunday dinner live music
A family-friendly event combines storytelling and live music with food and craft cocktails.
NightlifeLonigans, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and familiesuntil 8 p.m.
Geeks Who Drink
Teams tackle a quiz spanning science, sports and pop culture, with audio and visual rounds.
The Lyric, Fort CollinsFree