If you’ve lived in Greeley or elsewhere in Northern Colorado for a while, you probably know the basic facts about Greeley: its population, its agricultural roots, the annual events its known for, and some of the city’s most beloved local businesses. But there are a few interesting, lesser-known facts you may not know about this […]
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The 10 Best Hiking Trails Near Loveland, Colorado
Many are moving to Loveland — and Northern Colorado in general — largely due to the city’s access to outdoor recreation, from skiing in the winter to biking in the summer. And no matter what time of year it is, locals sure like to go hiking on the weekends. Here in Loveland, we are centrally located near a number of amazing hiking trails, from short […]
How to Celebrate Earth Day in Northern Colorado
One of our favorite holidays is almost here! Mark your calendars for Earth Day on Thursday, April 22. For more than 50 years, Earth Day has been focused on all things — you guessed it — earth, with events and programs designed to bring attention to the many ways we can better […]
How to Support Local Entertainment + Art Centers in Fort Collins Right Now
It’s no secret that the last year has been difficult for many of our local businesses here in Fort Collins and around the world. And while nearly every sector was affected, from restaurants and bars to salons and coffee shops, there is one group of businesses that was significantly impacted: entertainment centers and businesses focused […]
Ways to Celebrate Easter 2021 in Northern Colorado
After more than a year of this pandemic, one thing is clear: Northern Colorado residents have still found a way to celebrate just about anything, whether it’s drive-by birthdays, Zoom weddings, or socially distanced holidays and other events. And the ingenuity continues for Easter 2021! While many of our large-scale gatherings are on hold […]
Support Small Businesses With These 9 Colorado Subscription Boxes
The past year or so has been extremely difficult for small businesses of all kinds — from shops and boutiques to salons and spas, to bars and restaurants. Artisans and makers have been especially impacted by the current economy, as many haven’t had the same exposure from in-person markets and events that they typically rely on. One […]
The 11 Best Consignment + Thrift Stores in Fort Collins
Consignment and thrift stores play a valuable role in the community as are a resource for affordable clothing, furniture and other goods. Plus, they help reduce waste by keeping unwanted items out of the landfill, reducing the need for the increased production of new items. And lastly, many secondhand stores give back to the community in tangible […]
15 Outdoor + Distanced Spring Events in Fort Collins 2021
Spring is almost here! Is it just us or is this the most exciting season of the year? It typically means longer days, more sunshine, blooming flowers and warmer temperatures — essentially, more reasons to spend time outdoors. And after an entire year with COVID restrictions and more time spent at home, we’re […]
The 8 Best Places for Avocado Toast in Fort Collins
We all love a good food fad. Cupcakes, kale, ramen, bacon everything — we’ve seen it all in the last 20 or so years. But there’s one food phenomenon we hope doesn’t go away any time soon: avocado toast! While this savory breakfast item consists of two obvious ingredients (bread and smashed or sliced avocado), avocado toast […]
10 Books by Colorado Authors That Should Be On Your Reading List
As the precautions related to COVID are extending into 2021, it looks like we’ll be hunkering down at home for a little while longer. But if you’ve already watched your entire Netflix queue twice and have run out of board games to play, you might be looking for something new to do. […]
Where to Get the Best Ramen in Northern Colorado
I scream, you scream, we all scream for…ramen? Ramen has taken the U.S. by storm over the last several years, and it has certainly made its way to Northern Colorado. But this Japanese delicacy is nothing new! In fact, it is believed to have been introduced to Japan as early as the 1660s. But no […]
17 Nonprofits + Charities in Loveland to Support
Northern Colorado residents are known for many things — being outdoorsy, laid-back and loving craft beer. But they are also known for being incredibly generous and kind, lending out a helping hand without hesitation whenever someone is in need. As a result, Loveland is home to many nonprofit organizations and charities with missions focused on serving […]