Loveland
Timber Dan Toy Show
The Timber Dan Antique and Collectible Toy Show and Sale will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the First National Bank Exhibition Hall at The Ranch, 5280 Arena Circle.
The event will have thousands of collectible, vintage and antique toys on display and for sale, including farm toys, die-cast racing, Star Wars and Star Trek, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tonka, large pressed steel, tin litho, windup, GI Joe, cast iron, airplanes, construction, games, models, advertising, promos and more.
The show is sponsored by the Loveland Lions Club as a fundraiser for charity programs, such as eye exams and glasses for the poor, scholarships and community support.
Admission is $5. Children 12 and younger are free.
Early entry at 7-9 a.m. is available for $10.
For details, contact Sherlyn Sampson at 970-663-9392 or visit lovelandlionsclubs.org/sites/ToyShow.htm.
‘Synergy’
A poetry reading and reception will take place for “Synergy” at noon Saturday, March 30, in the main gallery of the Loveland Public Library, 300 N. Adams Ave., with the eight poets who were chosen for the Art in Public Places Program.
These poets competed in a blind-juried contest and were chosen to write poetry in response to juried artwork in a call-for-entry by the Visual Arts Commission. The poems and artwork show titled “Synergy” will be displayed for a year at the Loveland Public Library.
Selected poets are Marj Hahne, Lynne McNamara, Erin Robertson, Belle Schmidt, Valerie Szarek, Kathryn Winograd, Lorrie Wolfe and Lisa Zimmerman.
The artists speak about their works and the poets read their poems.
Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome.
For details, visit lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events.
Petty Nicks Experience
The Petty Nicks Experience will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the Rialto Theater Center, 228 E. Fourth St.
Enjoy the soaring vocals and harmonies on hit after hit, spectacular costumes and staging, beautiful and authentic instruments, an amazing light show and, to top it all off, a captivating and fantastic video show contemplating the question: What if” Stevie Nicks had joined Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers full time?
Tickets are $32-$51.
For details, call 970-962-2120 or visit rialtotheatercenter.org.
Adult Prom
A Moonlight Mirage Adult Prom to benefit the Winter Holiday Council will take place at 7:30-11 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Casa Sagrada, 404 E. Third St.
DJ Brian Howe will provide music for dancing and there will be three photo booths, food and non-alcoholic drinks, a cash bar, local artists and more.
Tickets are $25 for one or $40 for two through April 1, available at tickettailor.com/events/winterholidaycouncil/1143061?. The prices increase to $30 and $60 on April 1.
Philo Club Auction
The Philo Club of Loveland will work with Bean & Bean online auctions to offer items for bid in a “Family & Friends” Fundraiser.
Bidding begins on Sunday, March 24, and closes at 6 p.m. April 4.
All proceeds will support service projects for individual and family needs in the Loveland and Berthoud communities.
Items up for auction include jewelry, collectibles, dolls and doll accessories, tables, chairs, lamps, mirrors, art pieces, kitchen items, a guitar, a drywall lift and more.
To view the listings and to bid, visit BeanandBean.hibid.com.
Purchased items can be picked up at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 5-6 at 3816 W. Eisenhower Blvd. Contact Bean & Bean at 970-461-9838 for questions about shipping.
Summer Classes
The Loveland Museum has opened registration for its new lineup of summer art classes and camps.
Offerings range from classes for tots, children and adults; museum camps; Lone Tree School and printmaking.
For details or to register, visit thelovelandmuseum.org/classes-camps-workshops.
PEO Flower Sale
PEO-FL will host its 42nd annual Flower Sale Fundraiser at noon-4 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at Faith Church 2707 N. Wilson Ave.
Hanging baskets, flowering pots, grasses and potted plants will be available.
Funds raised will go for education scholarships to deserving women in the Loveland/Fort Collins area.
All orders must be received by May 1.
For details or to receive an order form please contact Mary Ella Peterson at 970-667-6201 or Mary-ella@questoffice.net.
Mornings at McKee
The Mornings at McKee senior series will take place at 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 28, at McKee Medical Center, 2000 N. Boise Ave.
Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Garrett Snyder, will share information about common hip injuries and treatment options to get back to life’s activities. Snyder specializes in orthopedic and sports medicine procedures of the lower extremities.
Admission is free. Registration is not required.
For details, visit mckeefoundation.com/morningsatmckee.
College for Kids
Registration for the 2024 College for Kids (C4K) program at Aims Community College opens March 25.
C4K is a summer program that provides an array of classes for learners 9 to 12 years old, with morning and afternoon classes, two snacks and lunch.
Classes include Mad Science, Active Aardvarks, Art Exploration, Dino World, Hawaiian Island Creations, Photography, Wilderness Survival and more.
On the Loveland campus, the four-day program will take place June 3-6.
On the following weeks in June the program moves to the Fort Lupton, Windsor and Greeley campuses.
Parents are asked to review the class descriptions to help plan their children’s schedules.
Tuition is $75.
To register, visit aims.co/C4K. Space is limited and fills up fast.
For details, email collegeforkids@aims.edu or call 970-330-8008.
Old Norse Speaker
Jackson Crawford, an expert in Old Norse language, sagas and culture, will speak at 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at MeadKrieger Meadery, 452 N. Washington Ave.
Crawford taught Scandinavian studies at the University of California Los Angeles, University of California Berkeley and University of Colorado, and has been a consultant on Old Norse language and runes on multimedia projects.
Tickets are $20, available at meadkrieger.com.
Hearts & Horses
Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, 163 N. County Road 29, will hold a volunteer orientation session at 5-6 p.m. Monday, April 1.
Learn about different kinds of volunteer roles, how to get into training, what schedules look like and get a tour of the property.
For details, contact Emmy Soyka at volunteer@heartsandhorses.org or 970-663-4200 or visit heartsandhorses.org/events.
FORT COLLINS
Fly Fishing Film Tour
The 18th annual Fly fishing Film Tour will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 29, at the Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St.
This year’s selection of short films are sure to get audiences fired up for the season ahead. The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Come for the action and stay for the giveaways and camaraderie that will feed fishing addictions.
Tickets are $17-$25.
For details, call 970-221-6730 or visit lctix.com.
WINDSOR
Easter Eggstravaganza
An Easter Eggstravaganza will be held at 10 a.m.-noon Friday, March 29, at the Community Recreation Center Indoor Pool, 250 N. 11th St.
Ages 3-5 can search for eggs in the water during the egg splash in the indoor pool; take part in our traditional egg hunt in the gym; and enjoy open gym activities, games, and a chance to win door prizes. Kids should bring an Easter basket and swimsuit.
Cost is $7. Register at windsorgov.com/calendar.aspx?EID=6439.
GREELEY
Children’s Festival
The Northern Colorado Children’s Festival will be held at 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 30 at Island Grove Events Center, 521 N. 15th Ave.
The festival offers opportunities for play for children up to age 8, and is free for families.
Each family will get a bag with parenting resources, and can visit more than 90 booths, offering hands-on activities, early childhood health screenings, age appropriate books and more. Onstage children’s entertainment is provided, including singers and dancers.
For details, visit unitedway-weld.org/programs/northern-colorado-childrens-festival.
