Summer is fleeting, and as the sun sets on this vibrant season, it’s only right to send it off with a bang! Here are some fun ideas, delicious recipes, and refreshing cocktails to ensure your end-of-summer bash is one for the books! 1. Beach-Themed Backyard Party Transform your backyard into a beach haven. Spread sand, bring out beach chairs, and set up volleyballs nets or frisbee zones. Complete the scene with tiki torches and beach umbrellas. 2. Outdoor Movie Night Set up a projector and screen a summer classic. Provide blankets and bean bags, and don’t forget the popcorn! Bonus if you have ..read more

Hello, Fort Collins dog lovers! For many of us, our four-legged companions are more than just pets—they’re family. And when it comes to dining out or grabbing a brew, it’s always more enjoyable when we can bring our furry friends along. Thankfully, Fort Collins is home to numerous restaurants and breweries that not only allow but welcome dogs on their patios. So leash up your pup and head out to these top dog-friendly patios in our beautiful city. The Forge Publick House – This cozy, dog-friendly pub offers an impressive selection of craft beers and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for both you a ..read more

Fort Collins is home to more than 20 craft breweries, including the fourth largest craft brewer in the U.S., New Belgium Brewing Co. Here is a list of breweries in Fort Collins! Funkwerks Funkwerks, through the years, has focused primarily on Saisons and sours, they’ve allowed for plenty of room for experimentation and now offer a range of Belgian and American styles, barrel-aged small batches, and other specialty brews. 1900 E Lincoln Ave Unit B, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Gilded Goat Brewing Company The Gilded Goat Brewing Company is a family owned Fort Collins micro brewery with ..read more

No matter the occasion — holidays, birthdays, and more — giving someone a gift that’s handmade makes it much more meaningful. Homemade Lip Balm So easy to make and they make such wonderful gifts! You can purchase small tins or tubes online or at your local craft store. You can find the recipes here! Reed Diffuser Grab any glass or ceramic vase/jar you have and in mere minutes the air will be filled with a beautiful aroma! You can find the recipe here! Sugar⎪Citrus Scrub Mix 1 cup sugar and 2 cups coconut oil (solid) in a bowl. Add the zest of your favorite citrus fruits. You c ..read more

Here is a list of all the best Holiday lights in Colorado! This is the perfect time to jump in the car and see some old fashioned holiday lights. Click on each link for more details. Castle Rock Castle Rock Starlighting⎪The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce’s “Lighting of the Star” has been a favorite community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to kick off and celebrate the holiday season! For many, this is a sacred family tradition, not to be missed! Colo ..read more

Not for the faint of heart; these are the best haunted houses in Colorado. Enter at your own risk! Aftermath Haunted House⎪There are four scare nights in October for you to try and make it through the terror filled event. Oh so many directions to go! See if you can make it through the haunted forest.  If you’re lucky enough to make it into the house, you won’t want to stay long!  575 Ash St Canon City CO Creepy Walk in the Woods⎪The Creepy Walk in the Woods is thrilled to announce that they will once again be celebrating Halloween this October just west of Loveland near the Devi ..read more

Practice your polka, brush up on your chicken-dance, and welcome back the season of Oktoberfests in Colorado! Check out my Oktoberfest guide and dust off your lederhosen and dirndls. Prost! Beaver Creek Oktoberfest⎪Raise your stein and sip on authentic German beers while the family enjoys music and games during this celebration. September 3-5 Berthoud Oktoberfest⎪Grab your lederhosen and join for the annual Berthoud Oktoberfest! They are celebrating German heritage and traditions with their annual cultural fundraising event. Enjoy live German music, beer, delicious German food, and MORE! Admis ..read more

When you want to get away for the weekend in Colorado I’ve got you covered. Here are some of my favorite weekend getaways in around our beautiful state of Colorado. Let me know in the comments some of yours! Maroon Bells, Aspen Aspen⎪ A weekend getaway to Aspen is a special experience. In summer or winter, there is plenty to keep you busy for a weekend. Park yourself at one of the luxurious resort properties and be as active or as relaxed as you want. Dining in Aspen is excellent. Renowned chefs operate top-end restaurants with innovative, trendy cuisine. If your weekend plans include shopping ..read more

Dancing under the stars, getting lost in wildflowers and vintage shopping and listening to bluegrass…some of my favorite things!⁠ They are back strong this year and I’ve got the list of all the Colorado festivals around the state to check out…come back often as they will get updated weekly! June FIBArk Whitewater Festival⎪2021 marks the 73rd anniversary of FIBArk, the nation’s oldest whitewater festival and Salida’s signature event. Since 1949, every June during the Spring snow runoff, Salida has hosted FIBArk, “First in Boating on the Arkansas.” June 17-20. Telluride Bluegrass Festival⎪J ..read more

For the entire month of April, Mountain Avenue Market will have a Perennial Plant Swap table in front of the Mountain Market Store. Bring plants and take plants; what could be better?! What is a perennial plant swap table you may ask? It is the COVID-safe version of a plant swap, specific to perennial plants.  You don’t have to bring plants to the plant swap table to take a couple plants.  EVERYONE is welcome to a few plant friends, just please BE RESPECTFUL and only take a couple each visit (depending what is on the table at the time). When is it? From April 1st until April 30th.&nb ..read more