Things to do this week

Thursday October 1 101 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.
ArtsAiden Sinclair's Underground, Estes Park$95
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
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.
ArtsInspired Artisan Market & Studio, Estes ParkPrice variesFor kids and families
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

8 a.m.

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.

8:30 a.m.

Citizenship Class: Advanced Morning
A class for adult students preparing for the naturalization interview, with guidance on library resources.
ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 10:30 a.m.
Citizenship Class: Beginning Morning
A class for adult students preparing for the naturalization interview, with guidance on library resources.
ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, Weld CountyFreeFor adultsuntil 10:30 a.m.

9 a.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.
dc Connect | featuring: Priscilla Spooner
A professional networking meetup features Priscilla Spooner discussing her insurance career and business shift, followed by open networking over coffee and pastries.
desk chair workspace,201 E. 4th St, Lovelanduntil 10 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

Centennial Park Twinkle Babies
A baby-focused storytime with songs and stories, plus guidance on supporting healthy development.
StorytimeCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10 a.m.
Erie Tales for Tots Storytime
A storytime for toddlers and caregivers with books, songs and actions that build early literacy and a love of reading.
StorytimeErie Community LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10 a.m.
Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime
A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies, with songs, books, fingerplays and activities that support early literacy.
StorytimeFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10 a.m.
Riverside Family Storytime
Children with caregivers enjoy books, songs and actions that support early literacy, in a storytime designed for children with longer attention spans.
StorytimeRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10 a.m.
Twinkle Babies
A baby storytime offers songs, stories and tools for supporting healthy development.
StorytimeCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 10 a.m.
Career Readiness for Adults
A class covers online job searching and resume polishing, with individual computer support available afterward.
ClassesFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeFor adultsuntil noon
Brain Health Fitness by Ageless Grace
A chair-based brain-and-body fitness program uses everyday movements to work on mobility, balance, memory and focus, for all ages and abilities.
Harmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 10:30 a.m.

10 a.m.

LINC Music & Movement
Preschoolers and caregivers move together through an active storytime with stories and music that support motor skills and early literacy.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.
Cuentitos
A Spanish-bilingual storytime for young children uses stories, songs and crafts to practice early literacy.
StorytimeFort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeuntil 10:45 a.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 2 p.m.
Thursdays at the Library
A drop-in program features changing activities such as stories, crafts, special events, presentations and community partnerships.
Severance LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 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.
Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre
StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 10:30 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

Family Storytime
StorytimeLoveland Public LibraryFor familiesuntil 10:45 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Centennial Park Music & Movement
Children and parents or caregivers get up and move together in a program open to all ages.
StorytimeCentennial Park Library, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11 a.m.
Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime
A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies, with songs, books, fingerplays and activities that support early literacy.
StorytimeFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 11 a.m.
Tales for Tots
Toddlers and caregivers share stories, songs and fingerplays that build early literacy and listening skills.
StorytimeCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil 11 a.m.
Fire Station Storytime
A storytime with a children's librarian and volunteer firefighters is followed by a close look at fire engines and emergency equipment.
StorytimeOffsite Event, Estes ParkFreeFor babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kidsuntil 11:15 a.m.
Homeschool Hangout- Calligraphy & Wax Seals
Youth practice calligraphy with glass quills, make custom wax seals and decorate envelopes; beginners and experienced makers are welcome.
Makerspace, Estes ParkFreeFor kids and teensuntil 11:30 a.m.
Election Information With the League of Women Voters of Estes Park
League of Women Voters volunteers provide information about elections, candidate forums, submitting ballots and voter registration.
CommunityAtrium, Estes ParkFreeFor adultsuntil 12:30 p.m.

11 a.m.

LINC Tales for Tots
Toddlers and caregivers enjoy stories, songs and activities that support early literacy, then take home a craft.
BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
Babytime
Pre-walkers and their grown-ups share songs, rhymes, lap bounces and a story, followed by open play.
StorytimeGlenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in JohnstownFreeFor babies and toddlersuntil noon
Kids Crafts
Children try simple crafts and practice gluing, cutting and coloring.
ArtsEaton Public LibraryFreeFor preschoolers and kidsuntil noon
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.
ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 1 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.
Bilingual Storytime
StorytimeLoveland Public Libraryuntil 11:30 a.m.
Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre
StorytimeOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 11:30 a.m.
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.
ArtsOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor teens and adultsuntil noon
Moment on Mortality - Planning Ahead: The Gift of Preparation
The program explores death anxiety, advance-planning tools, organizing important documents and starting conversations with loved ones.
Council Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil noon

11:30 a.m.

Free Tech Help
Get help making sense of smartphones, tablets, laptops and other devices.
ClassesLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 1 p.m.

afternoon

noon

Kevin Cook-Soft Shell, Great Length, and a Missing Toe
A story brings together a vanishing catfish, a geographically famous frog, a soft-shell turtle, a three-toed bird and the origin of “skinny as a rail.”
ClassesFarr Regional Library, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 2 p.m.

1 p.m.

Steep and Sip: Tea of the Month
A take-home tea sampler includes honey sticks, a flavor profile and brewing instructions; the type of tea varies.
OutdoorsKersey LibraryFreeFor kids, teens and adultsuntil 5 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.
One-on-One Genealogical Assistance
Drop-in one-on-one family history research and genealogy assistance is available from the Larimer County Genealogical Society.
HistoryOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.

2 p.m.

Write Effective Resumes
A workshop covers resume-building practices to help job seekers show employers they can do the job.
ClassesLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil 4 p.m.
Akido Sushi Truck
A sushi truck serves made-to-order rolls, poke bowls and Japanese-inspired bites paired with craft beer.
Food & drinkLumpy Ridge Brewing Co., Estes Parkuntil 8 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.
The Salvation Army Open House
Visitors can tour the Salvation Army's expanded facilities, meet its team and learn about local assistance programs and volunteer opportunities.
The Salvation Army of Loveland,840 N. Lincoln Ave. Loveland, CO 80537until 4 p.m.

2:45 p.m.

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 BranchFreeFor kidsuntil 3:45 p.m.

3 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.

3:15 p.m.

Young Scientists
ClassesWindsor LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 4:15 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

Craft Cafe
Kids make hands-on crafts, explore their imagination and meet other kids.
ArtsEaton Public LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 4:30 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.
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.
ArtsLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor kids and teensuntil 6:30 p.m.
Open House for Upcoming Poudre River Trail Closure
A community open house offers project updates and answers questions about erosion stabilization, trail closure, neighborhood impacts, wildfire mitigation and vegetation management.
Poudre Learning Center, Greeleyuntil 6:30 p.m.
BYOD - Bring Your Own Device Drop in Tech Help
Library staff offer one-on-one help with personal devices and technology questions.
ClassesCouncil Tree Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 4:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Magic: The Gathering
Erion Room, Lovelanduntil 5:45 p.m.

4:15 p.m.

Erie Family Storytime
Books, songs and activities support early literacy at a storytime designed for toddlers and preschoolers, with all welcome.
StorytimeErie Community LibraryFreeFor babies, toddlers and preschoolersuntil 4:45 p.m.
Chess Club for Kids
Loveland Public LibraryFor kidsuntil 5:15 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

Code Club
Young participants of all skill levels explore beginner-friendly coding tools and take on hands-on challenges.
ClassesErie Community LibraryFreeFor kidsuntil 5:30 p.m.
Poetry Is For Everyone
A poetry workshop explores how narration, vivid imagery and prose-like language can shape poems into stories.
BooksErie Community LibraryFreeFor kids and teensuntil 6 p.m.
Youth Biz Academy for Young Entrepreneurs
Young people build business teams, practice financial calculations and learn business development and job-readiness skills through a hands-on entrepreneurship program.
ClassesLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor kids and teensuntil 6 p.m.

evening

5 p.m.

Alex Thoele Acoustic
ArtsThe Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Live Music with King/Stafford
The King/Stafford Duo performs live music, with drink specials and local brewery beers available.
ArtsInn on Fall River, Estes Parkuntil 9 p.m.
All Abilities Open Mic Nights
An inclusive open mic and karaoke night welcomes people of all ages, abilities and communication styles, with adaptations, lyrics and accompaniment provided.
MusicNew Belgium Brewing Company, Inc., Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Apple harvest Feast Cooking Class
Adults cook an apple-focused menu, including savory galette, braised pork, salad and French apple cake, with instruction from a chef.
ClassesGinger and Baker, Fort Collins$99until 8:30 p.m.
Adulting 101
Windsor LibraryFreeFor teensuntil 7 p.m.
HOA Workshop: Are You Discriminating? You Might Be, And Not Even Realize It and Tips for Dealing with Angry Owners & Diffusing Explosive Situations
A training session for HOAs covers association duties, homeowner relationships, liability and legal compliance.
Family FunPlex, Greeleyuntil 8 p.m.
Careers with NoCo Nautilus Youth Group
LGBTQIA+ teens and allies meet in a supportive youth group, with a session on careers, resumes, cover letters and job skills.
ArtsOld Town Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor kids and teensuntil 7:30 p.m.

6 p.m.

Fort Lupton Cemetery Walk- Historical
A cemetery stroll examines tombstone meanings and uncovers history about some of the people buried there.
Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public BranchFreeuntil 7 p.m.
Modern Romantics Book Club
Romance readers discuss a monthly book pick and share recommendations with the group.
BooksCarbon Valley Regional Library, FirestoneFreeFor adultsuntil 7 p.m.
Young at Heart Book Club
Readers of young adult literature and graphic novels discuss books ranging from fiction to nonfiction.
BooksRiverside Library and Cultural Center, EvansFreeFor teensuntil 7 p.m.
Citizenship Class: Advanced Evening
A class for adults preparing for the naturalization interview, with lessons on library resources.
ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 8 p.m.
Citizenship Class: Beginning Evening
An adult class prepares students for the naturalization interview and teaches them about library resources.
ClassesOutreach/Mobile Services, Weld CountyFreeFor adultsuntil 8 p.m.
Watercolor Painting, Level I
Beginners learn watercolor techniques, color mixing and composition, with a finished painting to take home.
ClassesGreeley Creative Arts Center$150 for 4 sessionsuntil 9 p.m.
Beers for Queers
LGBTQ+ community members and allies gather to socialize and make friends.
CommunityAvant Garde Aleworks, Estes ParkFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Purses and Pearls Cocktail Party
A fundraiser cocktail party features bites, drinks and a designer-handbag grab supporting single-parent families’ economic independence.
Food & drinkAgave Room, Fort CollinsGeneral Admission: $75 VIP Tickets: $100until 8 p.m.
Bingo Thursdays
Players compete in bingo for themed prizes, merchandise and gift cards.
Food & drinkBreckenridge Brewery, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.
The Positive Spin: Vinyl Record Night @ Mobb
Listeners choose vinyl records for a host to play and can be entered to win prizes.
MusicMobb Mountain Distillers, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 10 p.m.
Social Run
Runners of varied paces, walkers, dogs and strollers are welcome on a social run with two distance options.
City Star Brewing, Berthouduntil 7 p.m.

6:15 p.m.

Adult Social Chess Club
Adults of all chess levels play socially, with an instructor available to help beginners and experienced players.
Erie Community LibraryFreeFor adultsuntil 7:45 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

Music Bingo at Wiley Roots Brewing
Players identify songs from short clips and mark bingo cards for a chance to win pint cards.
Nightlife625 3rd Street Greeley, CO 80631$25until 9 p.m.
Thrusday Trivia Night
Players answer trivia questions over beer, with beer prizes on the line.
NightlifeHigh Brau Taphouse, GreeleyFreeuntil 9 p.m.
Story Swap
A live storytelling hour invites attendees to share unscreened stories around a theme or simply listen.
ArtsThe Lyric, Fort Collins$5
Cribbage Tournament
Players compete in a cribbage tournament for prizes.
Food & drinkGilded Goat Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8:30 p.m.
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, Lovelanduntil 8:30 p.m.
Forever Young Adult Book Club
BooksHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor adultsuntil 7:30 p.m.

7 p.m.

Open Rehearsal - Music: The Purest Art - Corigliano, Sibelius, Dvořák
An orchestra preview keeps the house lights on while showing how live music is prepared for the stage.
MusicFort Collins SymphonyFreeuntil 8:15 p.m.
First Friday Art Walks Free Live Music
An art walk pairs local art with live performances by local musicians.
MusicLittle Man Ice Cream, Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 10 p.m.
Agave Underground - Trivia & Bingo
Players compete in bingo and trivia for prizes.
MusicFoothills, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.
Weekly Trivia Night at Gilded Goat Brewing — Old Town Fort Collins
Teams compete in pub trivia spanning pop culture, history, sports and wildcard categories for house prizes.
Food & drinkGilded Goat Brewing Company - Downtown, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 9 p.m.
Shovels & Rope
Shovels & Rope perform with opening act Nolan Taylor.
MusicWashington’s, Fort Collins$34.40

7:30 p.m.

Jazz Ensembles I & II Concert: Miles Davis and John Coltrane Centennial
Jazz ensembles perform a concert marking the centennial birthdays of two jazz greats.
MusicColorado State University School of the Arts, Fort Collinsuntil 9:30 p.m.
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$27until 9 p.m.

8 p.m.

Six Demon Bag/Vertigo/Mapcap/hosted by Mars Birch "Live on the Lanes" 2nd Sundays @830 North
MusicChipper's Lanes, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 11 p.m.

10 p.m.

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.
NightlifeThe Stanley Hotel, Estes Park$125until 1 a.m.

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