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What are your favorite local spots?

My wife and I are new to the area and looking to expand our social life a bit. We’re very into live music, love a good bar or brewery, love women’s sports, and can’t get enough of the outdoors. What are your favorite 3rd places? Best restaurant? Mountain bike trails? Coffee shop? Bar?

We’ve got the basics down, now we’re just looking to enjoy life here.

Drop your recommendations and we’ll add them to our to-do list!

Thanks in advance!

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u/skilled-fartisan — 2 hours ago

Where are we eating that’s not $40 for lunch (and isn’t fast food)

I feel like absolutely everything is minimum $20 a person. Where are your cheap lunch ideas

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u/maddyhunny — 6 hours ago

UPDATE: Holiday Twin Drive-in now open F-Sun

This weekend, they're showing:

TOY STORY 5 / SPIDER-MAN BRAND NEW DAY

THE END OF OAK STREET / SUPER TROOPERS 3

It's evidently been a very tough summer for the Twin. Please remember this is a unique, family -owned business that needs support from the community.

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u/SFerd — 4 hours ago

I need to know more!

My friend dated this guy four years ago (i never liked him) and last night she discovered this sticker at Mishawaka and our other friend said she has been seeing them around town... so, does anyone know the story here?

u/SomeBuilding5126 — 9 hours ago

Looking for a weeknight ritual

I (30m) am new to Fort Collins and I’m looking for a weeknight ritual geared towards a social, structured activity. I’m a really habit focused person so ideally this is something I can go to every week without having to think about it.

I’m open to just about anything. My interests include art, sports, volunteering, and I’m willing to explore my nerdier side if it would help.

I’d really appreciate any suggestions yall could give!

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u/dbramz — 12 hours ago

Woodworkers: I want your sawdust!

Hey woodworkers! I'm short on browns for bokashi composting at the moment and would love to grab some untreated sawdust from you (no glues) if possible. Could pick up this fall pre-leaf dropping.

I'm on the west side of town but am frequently on the north side too. Cheers!

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u/GardenofOz — 11 hours ago
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Free Noco Community Store-Mutual Aid

For any of you struggling with finances at the moment- I wanted to make sure you knew about the new FREE community store. You can take whatever you need, no questions asked.

It’s called the NoCo Community Store, and it’s located in our building (All Star Cleaning Services) on the lower level- 120 W. Saturn Dr, Fort Collins

No ID or Proof of Residency required.

No shame, no judgment.

EVERYONE is welcome!

Everything is FREE!

To donate or shop, visit the market during opening hours:

* Tuesdays from 2-5 p.m.

* Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

* Sundays from 2-4 p.m.

If you are struggling, please stop by and grab what you need.

If you are someone who has anything to spare, you can donate during open hours or if you are a client of All Star Cleaning, you can just send your donations with your cleaner and they will deliver it for you.

We don’t have to go through life alone.

Let’s give each other a helping hand.

u/East_Hedgehog6039 — 1 day ago
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Hi,
we’re four guys, and we’ve put together Westminster’s restaurant scene in an app called Vota. The concept is simple: you see two places side by side (for example Famille vs. Kachina Southwestern Grill), you choose the place you’d rather go to, and the ranking updates instantly. The more people vote, the more accurate the list gets over time. There are still a few duplicates here and there, but I’m continuously cleaning up the data.

Here’s the iPhone version, with categories that actually fit Westminster’s food scene:
https://apps.apple.com/app/vota-restaurant-ratings/id6744969212

And here’s the Android version (finally live):
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vota.app

P.S. I’m not from Westminster (I live in Gothenburg). I’m not collecting data, not selling anything, and the app does not use AI-generated content. I’m posting in a few different subreddits because we now support more regions, and I genuinely want honest feedback from people who actually know the area.

u/TheShynola — 1 day ago

Tanking home remodeling and basement finishing

I own a small family owned remodeling and basement finishing company. I started in 2003. This is the worst year I have ever had in Fort Collins. Absolutely dead. I have averaged 6-8 basements a year. This year I have completed one. Many people/ clients postponing projects due to financial uncertainty.

​ I have completed over 100 basements in Fort Collins. Large referral network of satisfied customers. Licensed and insured work with warranties. Yet, the bottom dropped out.

What do you think changed this year? DM for details if interested...

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u/Then_Crew2559 — 1 day ago

Recommendations for the nearest wooded area

Hi all - just wondering if anyone knows of a good place to walk amongst the trees relatively close to here that has a proper pathway and is sheltered. I’ve just got back from Canada and experienced those types of walks so was wondering if something similar exists out here. Thanks, all!

Edit: Just adding all the suggestions here incase anyone else is interested:

• Red Fox natural area
• Environmental learning center
• Lee Martinez park trail
• Arboretum at CSU
• Spring creek trail
• Poudre trail (Riparian area)
• Gulch trail in Lory
• Red Feather lake (Creedmore lake trail)
• Estes park
• Calypso Cascades via Wild Basin trailhead
• Salyer Natural area
• McMurray Natural area
• Arapaho bend natural area
• Bear Trail lake
• Just look west and throw a rock
• Shields pond natural area
• Running deer natural area
• Sandbeach Lake trail
• The Pawnee National Grasslands (before you hit Briggsdale, east of FoCo)
• Old Falls River Road
• Twin sisters trail (the beginning)
• Hewlett Gulch

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u/Dont_Believe_You_ — 1 day ago

Texting & Driving Fines in Fort Collins: Is FCPS actively enforcing it near you?

Hey everyone! Just saw some discussion about the city's efforts to curb distracted driving. While there’s been talk about the high revenue ( est. ~$7M/y ) potential from texting-and-driving fines, it’s honestly reassuring to see Fort Collins Police Services actively prioritizing road safety.

Whether it's College Ave, Harmony, or neighborhood streets, texting behind the wheel is easily one of the most dangerous things on the road for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. Seeing local enforcement take distraction seriously makes me feel a lot safer getting around town.

Has anyone noticed a visible difference or more active enforcement around major intersections lately? Curious to hear how others feel about it!

Perhaps this revenue stream could offset some of the recent tax hikes.

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u/Appropriate_Day4316 — 1 day ago

Flock's fastest-growing business is 60 mph police drones that can read license plates from the sky

Fort Collins PD uses drones as well. We need to ensure they don't have facial recognition like flock cameras

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u/Hunt-2121 — 1 day ago

Transfort Service Changes in effect now (as of Monday)

From their Facebook

"

🚍 Service changes started today! Here’s what you need to know: ⚠️ Bus frequencies changed and service on Routes 10, 11, 12, 32 and 92 ended, along with all Sunday service. 📍Routes 2, 3 & Foothills Shuttle have a temporary detour in place. Connect to Foothills Campus via Route 3 at W. Elizabeth & Overland Trail. 🗺️ View detour maps: ridetransfort.com/routes-and-schedules 🐏 CSU student move-in starts this week! Routes 3, 31 & HORN have a detour on campus: stops on Plum St. between Shields St. and the CSU Transit Center will be closed. Temporary stops are on Laurel St."

It's interesting that this plan is supposed to save money because this plan makes service better on many routes. 2, 5, 9, 14, and 19 all have enhanced frequencies. (2 is now a significantly longer route so it kinda needs two buses). 3 has four buses running at once now. 16 hits Fossil Ridge High School going both ways instead of just on the east bound leg. We're finally getting an east/west route without having to connect to a different route that's inconvenient and out of the way. I'm a little upset about the reduction in the MAX frequency (from every 20min during off-peak and 10min on-peak) to 15min all day. Old CSU promotional videos indicate that it was originally going to be 15min all day. Also the reduction in night service is a little disappointing. Other than that, I'm pretty pumped.

u/BradyBrother100 — 1 day ago

25F Looking to make friends!

I have adhd and ALOT of hobbies so I'd love to make friends who I can do different activities with so please reach out if you enjoy one of the same activities even if you dont enjoy the others!

I just moved to Fort Collins today from Norfolk Virginia. Im originally from Utah but have moved around alot for work. (Not mormon) Ive never been to Colorado before this.

I have some mobility and joint pain issues so I understand the struggle of making friends when you're exhausted or in pain. Im currently training my own service animal. So if that sounds like you hmu!

I drink on occasion but dont smoke. No worries if you do! I like to try new foods and cook occasionally but im not a huge foodie. I do love trying new coffee shops or new bars especially if they have specialty drinks! I love a good charcuterie tray.

I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, rock climbing, etc and I am a fairly active/fit person but with some knee and back injuries. So im down to go on adventures but am probably slower than you if you're an ultra athlete😂

I am a huge animal lover. I have an 11 month old belgian malinois named Koda, 2 senior disabled kitties. Daisy has 3 legs and Stitch has one eye. They are both 8. Milo is my newest kitty. He is super healthy and around 8 months old. My dog found him under a car when he was maybe 10 or 12 weeks old and he was very sick but hes now a very fluffy healthy sweet boy. I enjoy all animals and I like to spend some of my freetime volunteering at the animal shelter. I help groom and train yhe dogs to get them adopted. I actually do all of my animals grooming and training myself! Nail trims, dremel, brush, bath, teeth brushed, all of it! I am currently looking at maybe being certified as a professional dog trainer. I would love to make friends in the kitty/book community but also in the working dog/training world community. My Dog Koda needs other large(medium) high energy breed friends to play with so lmk if you'd want to meet up at a dog park so our dogs can play even if we aren't a good fit! Otherwise I am also looking to make friends with other mal owners who get the lifestyle and the struggle lol.

As much as I enjoy going on adventures Im equally a home-body! I love to crochet and am also doing a bit of knitting, sewing, cross stitch, and embroidery. Ive never been into art before but suddenly have realized I love it and have been making a bunch of mediocre art in as many mediums as possible! Sketching, painting, acrylic markers, oil paint, colored pencils, you name it! Let's meet up and work on crafts/art together!!

I love to read and have a fairly extensive home library consisting of: mostly adult romance/fantasy fiction, the classics, and every random book series I loved as a child (see warrior cats lol) I also love plants and have a good variety of houseplants. I am a newish gardener with a not so green thumb but im learning. Im also learning to compost!

I love card and board games and never seem to find any other adults who actually enjoy them. Pleaaseeeee let me know if you want to play monopoly lol. We can do a coffeeshop board game night!

I also enjoy video games, but mostly relaxing indie games. Minecraft, stardew, terraria, astroneer, animal crossing, etc.

My newest hobbie is wood working and furniture repair/building! Ive been collecting used power tools, learning to use them, and designing my first builds. Im very new and would love guidance from someone that knows more than me. Im trying to build my cats a catio. I habe had some success in restoring and repairing furniture even cheap ikea or particle board. So hmu if you have a damaged piece you want me to fix! I get practice and you get it for free!

I also just enjoy trying new things. So if there's an event in the area you want to check out and need someone to go with hmu! Im down to try it and experience something new with a positive attitude :) anime, poetry slam, karaoke, karate, whatever, lets do it.

Anywho sorry for the long rant but I try to be thorough. Im settling into my new apartment this afternoon and after that Im here! So lmk if you'd like to be friends :)

(I have a boyfriend, I am open to being friends with anyone of all ages and genders but please dont reach out to hit on me)

I am white, agnostic, speak English and mandarin fluently with a bit of Spanish and German. I am a pretty average looking white girl, but I believe in kindness and equality so I dont tolerate racism, homophobia, religion based hate etc. So regardless of your background Im down to be friends! But dont reach out if you're not someone who values treating other people with kindness and empathy. I hope to meet yall soon!

u/OkBuddy5797 — 2 days ago