As anyone who has ever lived near a growing community knows, the holidays are as chaotic and varied as trying to decide exactly what to get for the people you love, no matter what winter holiday you celebrate at home. December starts this weekend, and with it, so many winter events are coming to light. Buckle up! Beware the Cookie Cutters Downtown Fort Collins prides itself on being a hub of activity — with everything from the lights, to the shops, to the small-town feel that allows us to escape from the busy-ness of our lives. That small-town feel is brought into crisper view by the reality... Read More

The Holiday Season holds much in store for us as a community. It always does because it is often the time of year for giving time, money, food, and the self in order for someone else to have a happy time. But it also holds a lot for us because, not only do we give and get, but we have fun, both in the act of charity and otherwise. As usual, the best thing about Fort Collins is that there’s a little something for everyone. Wise and Sagely You’ve heard of Homecoming Dances, Prom Dances, and (for some of us), Black and White Balls (formals, basically). Now, there’s the Prairie Sage Dance. Brought... Read More