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Happy weekend, Fort Collins!
In today’s happening-today edition: St. Patrick’s Day parade returns, Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy, forest apothecary walk, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Protecting families from fraud: The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has warned Northern Colorado residents about new scams, including fake jail release payments, social media extortion, computer pop-ups, spoofed government calls, and fraudulent check overpayments — learn how to spot scams.
Community involvement front and center: Old Town’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade will return on March 14 for the first time since 2019, bringing a free Irish celebration with live entertainment and fun to Fort Collins — get all the event details.
A haunting night awaits: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is coming to The Covey northeast of Fort Collins, with eight performances, a 10 p.m. show ending around midnight, and three stories told by Poe historians — get all the details.
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💎 Local business spotlight
An easy island fix: Craving a mini vacation without leaving Fort Collins? Island Grill serves fish tacos, burgers, fish and chips, and jambalaya, then amps the vibe with live music, a jump-in Jazz Jam, and trivia. Easy, breezy, and a little beachy… no passport required.
Glow-up without the fuss: From injectables and laser treatments to microneedling and HydraFacial, Harmony Skin & Wellness Clinic keeps glow-ups effortless. When skin begs for a reset, expect targeted care and results that read as eight hours of sleep… even if last night disagrees.
Time to hit chains: Been meaning to sneak in a round? Edora Park is the hometown classic, tucked inside a sprawling community space and ideal for a quick after-work reset. Bring a buddy and a midrange you trust, then treat it like active recovery.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍀 Sharin’ O’ The Green @ Washington Park | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Trade your usual Saturday errands for a St. Patrick’s Day 5k through downtown, starting at Washington Park and mercifully finishing at Odell. Run or walk, feel virtuous supporting Partners Mentoring Youth, then reward yourself with the beer garden, live music, food, vendors, giveaways, and swag.
🐝 Adventure in Beekeeping 101 @ Copoco’s Honey | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Skip the lawn chores and learn beekeeping the right way in this one-day beginners class, with morning basics in the shop, then a hands-on hive inspection in the apiary out back. Small class, real instruction, book included, partner discount, weather’s the only diva.
☘ Old Town St. Pat’s Parade & Celebration @ Old Town Fort Collins | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Old Town is turning shamrock green again as the St. Pat’s Parade and Celebration makes its return. Expect floats, bagpipes, and neighborly cheer, the kind you can sip. Feeling festive and mildly competitive? Round up the crew, and get that float application in.
🥕 Blue Moose @ Foothills Mall | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Skip pretending you love kale samples and swing by the Foothills Mall Winter Farmer’s Market for a monthly, free make-and-take with Deb Tewell. Wet felted beads, hands-on demos, chatty gallery folks, and zero pressure to buy anything, just cozy, creative fun.
🐹 Guinea Pig Painting Class Fundraiser @ Cavies and Canines Animal Rescue | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Whether your artistic peak was a PTA poster or you channel Bob Ross, this Fort Collins guinea pig painting class is a fundraiser, no experience necessary. All ages, $40, two sessions. Donate at tinyurl.com/CCAR-Donate to snag a seat, include attendee names, and preferred session.
🥏 Discs for Dogs @ New Belgium Brewing | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – If tossing plastic at New Belgium sounds like your kind of cardio, this pop-up 21-hole doubles benefit raises funds for Big Bones Dog Rescue, and dogs are invited on leashes. Beginner friendly, prizes for fun, disc and beverage token for the first 120, so pre-register.
🌿 Forest Apothecary @ Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Kat Mackinnon is leading a forest walk to help you identify and safely harvest over 10 medicinal trees and shrubs, with tastings, samples, and medicine-making from teas to salves. Leave with three wildcrafted herbs, and the smug joy of knowing your backyard. Pre-register online: https://goldenpoppyherbs.as.me/Forest-Apothecary
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fort Collins report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 73°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 8 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. Later: A chance of rain before midnight, then rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. West northwest wind 18 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 36°F – Low: 15°F – Precip: 34%
A chance of snow before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 36. North northwest wind 23 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 15.
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