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Puppy Mill Awareness Day

Join us for ‘Puppy Mill Awareness Day’ festival on Saturday, September 10th in Berthoud, CO!

The event is hosted by Colorado-based nonprofit Harley’s Dream, whose mission is to create awareness and educate the public about puppy mills in honor of Harley, a tiny one-eyed puppy mill survivor who went from bucket dog to hero dog.

What can you expect? This FREE-to-the-public event will feature education and awareness booths, a large variety of pet-related vendors, speakers, music, a Blessing of the Animals, doggie costume contests, and more! Leashed, well-mannered dogs are welcome! AND, New for 2022 – The Puppy Mill Experience which provides a unique learning opportunity about the puppy mill industry using videos, real & recreated artifacts, photos, and stories.

Details:
Saturday, September 10th
11am – 5pm
Fickel Park – 620 Mountain Ave, Berthoud CO 80513

Sunset Markets

At this new summer event held on Wednesdays, shoppers can purchase items from local artisans, crafters and jewelers while enjoying a glass of wine, beer or dine al fresco at one of Town Square’s many restaurants. Southlands Sunset Markets start June 15 from 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Southlands Farmer’s Market

Every Saturday from May 7th – Oct 1st @ 8AM – 1PM, the Market features the freshest local and seasonal fruits and vegetables, unique food items, fresh baked breads, jams and jellies and handmade crafts from local artisans and much more!

Lorna’s Swingset at Global Village Museum

Lorna’s Swingset will perform from 5:30-7 pm Friday, July 1, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Admission to the Museum is free from 5-8 pm as part of First Friday Art Walk. In the Main Gallery, “Visions of Rural China” features folk art paintings from Huxian County from 1973 to 2000. “GUATEMALA: Rotary in Action” in the Museum’s Hall Gallery highlights community development projects by the Fort Collins Rotary Club in collaboration with Rotarians in Guatemala. For more information, visit
globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.

84th Annual Bronc Day

84th Annual Bronc Day – Saturday July 30th 9am to 3pm

Bronc Day is one of the longest historical events running in Southern Colorado. It began in 1939 to welcome cowhands, tourists and families who were coming to the Ute Pass area to rodeo, vacation or work the summer trades. It led to some fun times and Bronc Day became an annual day that people set aside to attend as part of their summer experience and family memories! 

Over the years, it has expanded with kids’ games, gold panning. lots of vendors selling their wares and fabulous food from our local merchants. All this along with live entertainment: singing, Victorian dance lessons, western costumes, rubber ducky races on the creek and much more. It truly is the friendliest day and the most fun event for your family to enjoy! There is no admission fee. So put Saturday July 30th on your calendar for a drive to the beautiful town of Green Mountain Falls and the 83rd Annual Bronc Day Festivities.

Casa Mayan Film Documentary Debut

In 1967, the city of Denver voted into law the Urban Skyline Renewal Project. The city chose the Auraria neighborhood as the site of a new college campus for Metropolitan State College of Denver (Metropolitan State University), Community College of Denver, and eventually the University of Colorado at Denver. The thriving neighborhood was home to the largest community of Hispano and Mexican Americans in Denver. The occupants and business owners fought to maintain their homes, community, and church. Despite their appeals, the Denver Urban Renewal Authority aggressively began to displace all of the Auraria occupants by 1973. Join Gregorio Ramon Alcaro, Founder and Executive Director of Auraria and Casa Mayan Heritage and Lucha Martinez de Luna, Associate Curator of Hispano, Chicano, Latino History and Culture at History Colorado for a discussion after the digital screening of the documentary Casa Mayan.

Compound Movement Breakdown

NEXUS is running its 2nd round of CMB for 2022! This 2-hour class goes over the compound barbell movement techniques you need to safely perform weightlifting movements. From how to correctly do a deadlift to proper snatch technique, NEXUS educates you on injury prevention, how to recognize faults, and how to safely bailout. Whether you are a member of our gym or not, we highly recommend this educational class if you are performing any weightlifting movements in your workouts.

Mike the Headless Chicken Festival

Don’t miss this sqwaking good time! Every spring, over 21,000 people flock to downtown Fruita to celebrate the life of a world-famous headless chicken named Mike. Enjoy a wing and peep eating contest, a pancake breakfast, a car show, great music and chicken dance contest, the Run Like a Headless Chicken 5K race, free backyard games, disc golf, Mike’s merch market, and GREAT FAMILY FUN!

Upheaval of Global Politics: The War in Ukraine and Rising

“Upheaval of Global Politics: The War in Ukraine and Rising Tensions Over Taiwan” will be presented Thursday, July 21, from 6-7:30 pm at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Loren Crabtree, Emeritus Provost at Colorado State University, will explore the impact of the Ukraine war on the international balance of power and global economy. Dr. Crabtree will also address China’s saber rattling over Taiwan and emerging U.S. policies in the Indo-Pacific region. Registration is required at globalvillagemuseum.org, with reservations taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.

Teaching Tree Open House: “Little Plates for Little People”

The outdoor event will feature a silent auction and live music from the Waido Experience. Community members are encouraged to bring the entire family to enjoy a variety of games and activities for all ages. The Sweaty Moose Food Truck will serve their “Colorado-style comfort foods” alongside a variety of complimentary appetizers and beverages. Staff will offer tours of the facility throughout the evening.

The event is free to attend, though guests are encouraged to make donations. Advance registration is required. Attendees who donate $50 or more with their registration will receive a voucher for a complimentary meal during the event from Sweaty Moose. Community members can register to attend at teaching-tree.org/little-plates.

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