The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Clear, 42° in Fort Collins at 10:10 PM. High today 70, observed; forecast low 35.

Community this week

Tomorrow Friday, November 13 9 events

morning

afternoon

  • Planks & Paint BABY Fundraiser

    A hands-on art event lets participants choose and customize a project, with proceeds benefiting families facing children's medical-care costs.

    Planks and Paint DIY Workshop NoCo, Loveland

    For babies

    Community

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

Saturday November 14 10 events

morning

  • Creative Colorado Tablesetting/Scaping

    A judged tablescaping competition features decorative dining tables themed around national parks, monuments and historic sites, plus a silent auction.

    Ember at Estes Park resort

    For kids and families, until 5 p.m.

    Arts$10

  • 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

  • A Holiday Tradition with Purpose A festive home tour where our community opens its doors to suppor

    A self-guided tour of professionally decorated local homes offers seasonal decor ideas while supporting children and families.

    4175 Club Dr, Timnath, CO 80547-2277, United States

    until 3 p.m.

    Community

  • Friday the 13th Walk‑In Tattoo & Piercing Event 💀

    Walk-in tattoo designs range from horror and cute creatures to mountain art, with piercing services available nearby.

    Driftwood Tattoo Studio, Estes Park

    until 6 p.m.

    Arts

  • Hike with an Archeologist

    A hike to a historic cabin features discussion of archaeological work in the United States and the history of Bobcat Ridge.

    Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, Fort Collins

    until 1 p.m.

    Outdoors

afternoon

  • Paint and Sip- Owls

    A paint-and-sip session includes art supplies, wine and charcuterie.

    Estes Valley Community Center, Estes Park

    until 6 p.m.

    Arts$45

  • Panera Bread - Fundraiser Night!

    A Panera fundraiser benefits a preschool, with dine-in and online orders contributing to its donation.

    3709 S College Avenue, Fort Collins CO

    until 8 p.m.

    Community

evening

Sunday November 15 4 events

morning

  • Soup Luncheon Fundraiser

    A soup luncheon fundraiser supports Stepping Stones of Windsor and shares ways to help neighbors stay housed in the RE-4 community.

    Bethel Lutheran Church, Windsor

    Community

afternoon

  • Sunday Happy Hour

    A taproom happy hour offers discounted food and drinks.

    Avant Garde Aleworks, Estes Park

    until 3 p.m.

    CommunityFree

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

Monday November 16 1 event

afternoon

  • 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

Tuesday November 17 4 events

morning

  • Ukrainian Lunch

    A Ukrainian lunch fundraiser directs meal donations toward food, clothing, medicine and other supplies for Ukrainian families and soldiers.

    Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church, Estes Park

    until 1 p.m.

    Community

afternoon

  • Evie @Stove Prairie Elementary & Community Visit

    A mobile library lets visitors borrow or return materials, get library cards, print, use Wi-Fi and check out Chromebook kits; it often hosts storytimes or crafts.

    Bellvue

    For kids and families, until 1:30 p.m.

    Community

evening

  • Bingo Night

    Bingo for all ages, with food and bar service available.

    American Legion Post 119, Estes Park

    For kids and families

    Community$12

  • Rock Cut Trivia

    A trivia night with changing categories and usually picture and music rounds, hosted by Ashley.

    Rock Cut Brewing Company, Estes Park

    until 9 p.m.

    CommunityFree

Wednesday November 18 2 events

evening

  • Geoff Clark Acoustic

    Geoff Clark performs solo guitar and vocals, blending Americana, alt-country, folk and rock with Irish drinking songs.

    The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, Estes Park

    until 8 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Common Ground

    Windsor Library

    For teens, until 7 p.m.

    GamesFree

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 4 open

to Nov 22

  • Estes Park Restaurant Week

    A dining event invites people to explore local restaurants and their culinary experiences.

    Various - see website, Estes Park

    For kids and families

    Festivals

to Dec 13

  • Estes Park Quota Festival of Trees

    A holiday tree display opens with Santa photos, cookies and cocoa, supporting Estes Park Quota as a fundraiser.

    The Estes Park Resort

    For kids and families

    Community

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 May 15

  • Gifts from Ghana: Community Engagement & Transnational Solidarity Project

    An exhibition presents students’ photography, video, writing and digital storytelling about a CSU project in Ghana and exchanges with Ghanaian communities.

    Library (William E. Morgan Library), Fort Collins

    For kids

    Community

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.