Fort Collins a visitor’s guide to the city 2008-2009 contents photo by stephanie gerlach 2 history of fort collins 6 events calendar 10 family activities 15 weather in fort collins 16 parks file photo 18 outdoor activities top left: city park during the fall above: bikers travel to and from class on the plaza in front of morgan library 22 about csu below: kids pet cam the ram at an athletic event 24 locator map 26 old town 28 night life 30 arts in fort collins 32 worship in fort collins 34 fitness and health file photo 36 stage and screen The Visitors Guide is produced by the advertising staff of The Rocky Mountain Collegian and the staff of Çollege Avenue. breweries editor in chief: Stephanie Gerlach contributors: Heather 38 Hawkins, Makayla Braden, Katie Stevens, Valerie Hisam, Emily Lance, Elizabeth Focht, Jennae Mendoza, Kalyn Clemens, 40 lodging and dining Melissa Schaaf, Tadar Puakpaibool, Aaron Hedge, Kris Cote, Amanda Lesh, Laurel Berch, Erika Green, Holly Hoskins, Courtney Ruoff and Tyler Rivers 42 coffee shops cover design: Makayla Braden cover photo: Katie Stevens 44 restaurants 48 best of csu 1 H istory Fort Collins then and now

built in 1879, the avery house, 328 w. mountain ave., is one of many historic buildings to visit in fort collins. file photo Fort Collins is more than just the trendy, quaint, small-city, The post was renamed Fort Collins in 1864. It became a big-town, cobble-stoned community that offers locals and tour- permanent community in 1873, playing host to a scant number ists more restaurants per capita than any other city in the United of settlers and homesteaders until 1877 when it saw the first train States and the best place in country to live, according to Money come through, opening up the possibility of easier trade. Magazine. The agriculture industry flourished, and the precursor for Colo- It’s also a community built on a rich history of military and rado State University was established in the form of the Colorado agriculture. Agriculture College in 1879. The city originated as a military outpost in 1862 as Camp Currently, the community consists of about 125,00 people, Collins, named after Col. William Collins. He established the including 25,000 college students, and a rich culture that caters post to protect the Cherokee Trail and Overland Stage Line, to the conservative Christian, crazy bar-hopper or mellow coffee- which facilitated capital flow through the heart of the United shop rat. States. 2 fun facts about fort collins

• Main Street Disneyland was inspired by Downtown Fort Collins.

• Fort Collins has 40 parks within city limits, over 800 acres!

• Fort Collins is located just minutes from the Cache la Poudre Canyon which pro- vides great hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, kayaking, fishing and white- water rafting opportunities.

• The Cache la Poudre River is the only ‘National Wild and Scenic’ designated river in Colorado.

• Known as the Choice City, Fort Collins is the largest city in Northern Colorado and home to Colorado State University.

• Rated as one of the Top Ten New American Dream Towns by Outside Magazine, 2005.

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Here is a small sample of the many Lagoon Concert Series May activities going on in Fort Collins. To Wednesdays July 9 – Aug. 13, CSU Girls’ Night Out Shopping Event find more events, visit www.down- Lagoon, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., May 2, Downtown Fort Collins, 5 townfortcollins.com, www.fcgov. www.lagoonseries.com p.m. – 8 p.m., www.downtownfort- com or www.ftcollins.com. collins.com Thursday Night Music and More Yearly Events Thursdays July 10 – Aug. 14, Civic Cinco de Mayo Celebration First Friday Gallery Walk Center Park, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., www. May 3 & 4, Downtown Fort Collins, First Friday of every month, Down- downtownfortcollins.com 970-221-6655 town Fort Collins galleries, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., 970-482-2232 Lincoln Center Live and Out to Lunch USA Cycling Collegiate Nationals July 11, 18 and 25, Lincoln Center May 9 – 11, CSU campus, www. Historic Avery House Tours Terrace Sculpture Garden, noon, 970- usacycling.org Sundays and Wednesdays, 1 p.m. 221-6730 – 3 p.m., 970-221-0533 26th Annual Winefest to benefit Ben and Jerry’s Concert Series Disabled Resource Services Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour July 11, 18 & 25 and Aug. 1, 8 & May 23, Hilton, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Downtown Fort Collins, map at 29, Old Town Square, 7 p.m. – 9 970-482-2700 www.ftcollins.com/docs/pdfs/old- p.m., www.downtownfortcollins.com TownWalk.pdf United Way Larimer Cup Golf Tour- Fort Collins Force Women’s Soccer nament Colorado State University Athletics Fort Collins Soccer Club Soccer Com- May 30, Marianna Butte, 8 a.m., www.csurams.com plex, www.forcesoccer.org www.mantoothcompany.com

Fort Collins Foxes Baseball Summer Events Ram Baseball Field, CSU campus, June Fort Collins Farmers’ Market http://fortcollinsfoxes.com Anheuser Busch Golf Classic to Sundays and Wednesdays May 4 benefit Easter Seals Colorado – Oct. 29, Parking lot on southwest Colorado Ice Indoor Football June 1 & 2: Highland Meadows, corner of Harmony Road and Lemay Budweiser Events Center, www. www.mantoothcompany.com Avenue, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., www. thecoloradoice.com fortnet.org/market Pride in the Park June 7, Civic Center Park, 10 a.m. – Drake Road Farmers’ Market Winter Events 9 p.m., www.prideinthepark.org Saturdays April 5 – Sept. 27, Park- Old Town Ice Rink, Old Town Square ing lot northwest of Drake Road and visit www.downtownfortcollins.com for 26th Annual Terrace and Garden Worthington Avenue, 10 a.m. – 1 dates and times Tour p.m., www.drakeroadfarmersmar- June 14, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 970-221- ket.com Horse and Carriage Rides 1517 Downtown Fort Collins, visit www. Larimer County Farmers’ Market dowtownfortcollins.com for dates and Silver Grill Café Old Town Car Show Saturdays July 12 – Oct.18, Court- times or call 970-490-1958 for spe- June 14, Old Town Fort Collins, 11 house parking lot between Moun- cial occasions a.m. – 5 p.m., 970-484-6500 tain Avenue and Oak Street, 8 a.m. – noon, 970-498-6000 Colorado Eagles Hockey Taste of Fort Collins to benefit Spe- Budweiser Events Center, www.colora- cial Olympics Noontime Notes doeagles.com June 14, Civic Center Park, 11 a.m. Tuesdays July 1 –Aug. 12, Oak – 9 p.m., www.teamplayerproduc- Street Plaza, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Spring Creek Garden Lights tions.com www.downtownfortcollins.com 2145 S. Centre Ave., http://fcgov. com/horticulture for dates and times

6 Bike Week A Fort Collins Jazz Experience August June 23 – 29, City-wide, 8 a.m. – July 9 – 12, Downtown Fort Collins, Lincoln Center First Friday 6 p.m., www.fcgov.com/bicycling 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., www.beetstreet. Concert org Aug. 1, Lincoln Center Terrace 19th Annual Colorado Brewers’ Sculpture Garden, 7 p.m., 970- Festival Downtown Days Sidewalk Sale 221-6730 June 28 & 29, Downtown Fort July 10 – 12, Downtown Fort Col- Collins, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., www. lins, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., 20th Annual New West Fest Featur- downtownfortcollins.com www.downtownfortcollins.com ing Bohemian Nights Aug. 17 – 19, Downtown Fort Col- July 112th Annual Cheyenne Frontir lins, www.downtownfortcollins.com 4th of July Celebration Days July 4, Old Town Square and Civic July 22 – 31, Cheyenne, Wyo., Peace Corps Reunion Center Park, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., and www.cfdrodeo.com Aug. 22-24, www.beetstreet.org/ City Park, 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., Peace-Corps-Reunion www.downtownfortcollins.com Larimer County Fair & Rodeo July 26 – Aug. 6, The Ranch, www. Annie Walk & Pet Fest Fabric of Legacies Quilt Show larimercountyfair.org Aug. 23, Library Park, 7:30 a.m. – July 5 – Aug. 20, Lincoln Center, noon, 970-221-6663 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., 970- 416-2789 *Contact: 970-484-6500 www.downtownfortcollins.com

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Fort Collins Cycling Festival Tiny Tot Halloween Parade February Aug. 23 – 24, Fort Collins to Estes Oct. 31, Downtown Fort Collins, 10 Visit the Web sites listed above for Park, www.fccyclingfest.com a.m. – 12:30 p.m., www.down- events townfortcollins.com Thunder in the Rockies Motorcycle Rally March November Great Plates of Downtown Aug. 29 – Sept. 1, The Ranch, Great Christmas Hall and Hall of www.thunderintherockies.com visit www.downtownfortcollins.com Trees for dates, times and participating September Lincoln Center, www.lctix.com for restaurants dates and times Historic Homes Tour Sept. 13, Downtown Fort Collins, St. Patrick’s Day Parade Lighting of Downtown Ceremony 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 970-484-9930 March 14, Downtown Fort Collins, Nov. 7, Downtown Fort Collins, 6 10 a.m., www.downtownfortcollins. p.m., www.downtownfortcollins.com Girls’ Night Out Shopping Event com Santa’s Workshop, Nov. 22– Dec. Sept. 5, Downtown Fort Collins, 5 24: Old Town Square, www.down- p.m. – 8 p.m., www.downtownfort- New Home and Remodel Show townfortcollins.com collins.com The Ranch, call 686-2798 for dates and times ArtWear Fashion Week December Sept. 5 – 12, Lincoln Center, www. Girls’ Night Out Shopping Event Partners Mentoring Youth 11th lctix.com Dec. 5, Downtown Fort Collins, 5 Annual Sharin’ O’ The Green 5K p.m. – 8 p.m., www.downtownfort- Walk/Run 26th Annual Fall Holistic Fair collins.com Library Park, call 970-484-7123 for Sept. 20 – 21, The Ranch, 10 a.m. date and time – 5 p.m., www.holisticlifechoices. Carolfest & Community Tree Light- com/Fairs/Fall/ ing April Dec. 5, Downtown Fort Collins, 17th Annual Spring Pow Wow & 9th Annual Rocky Mountain Sus- www.downtownfortcollins.com Indian Market tainable Living Fair The Ranch, www.fortnet.org/Pow- Sept. 20 – 21, New Belgium Kids’ Kristmas Wow for dates and times Brewery, Dec. 6, Downtown Fort Collins, www.sustainablelivingassociation. noon – 3 p.m., www.downtownfort- Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day org collins.com Old Town Square, visit www.down- townfortcollins.com for date and time Oktoberfest First Night Fort Collins Sept. 27, Downtown Fort Collins, Dec 31, Downtown Fort Collins, 5 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. www.downtown- p.m. – midnight, www.downtown- fortcollins.com fortcollins.com January October *Contact: 970-484-6500 Community Homecoming and Martin Luther King Day Family Weekend Celebration Oct. 9 – 12, http://homecoming. Jan. 19, CSU Oval and Old Town www.downtownfortcollins.com colostate.edu Square, www.mlkfortcollins.org

8 9 Family Activities Much more than a college town If you’re looking for a perfect family outing in the city, Fort Collins offers a variety of options. Check out parks, museums, animals, swimming and more.

The Farm at Lee Martinez Park 600 N. Sherwood St. (970) 221-6665 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ thefarm.php Open every day of the week.

It’s a farm-animal frenzy at Lee Martinez. From pony rides to farm tours to special events, there is always something fun and animal-tastic go- ing on. Parents and children alike will learn something new after a day on the farm. the putt putt golf course at fort fun. photo by brian swanson

City Park Pool 1599 City Park Drive (970) 221-6640 www.fcgov.com/recreation/cityparkpoolandtrain.php Open only during the summer season.

With new slides and a lazy river, this outdoor pool offers a great cool down for families. With shallow areas, baby pools and drop-in lessons, any family can find time to make a splash. Also check out the miniature train and playgrounds located just across the street.

Fort Fun 1513 E. Mulberry St. (970) 472-8000 www.fortfun.biz Open every day of the week. go carts at fort fun. photo by brian swanson ere is literally everything fun and imaginable to do at Fort Fun. Whether it is playing a game of mini-golf, driving bumper cars, playing laser tag or taking a swing in the batting cages, Fort Fun in the place to enjoy all sorts of family activities.

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Rocky Mountain Raptor Program 2519 S. Shields #115 (970) 484-7756 www.rmrp.org Open dawn to dusk every day of the week.

Want more of an educational family experience? en visit the Raptor Center where injured birds of prey are rehabilitated and re- leased. From adopting your own bird to learning everything about eagles, hawks, vultures and owls, this is an adventure the whole family will remember.

Chipper’s Lanes 830 N. College Ave. (970) 484-4777 217 W. Horsetooth Road (970) 226-6317 www.chipperslanes.com Open every day of the week.

What is a better way to get inside from the unpredictable Colora- do weather than to go bowling? With an inviting and fun atmo- sphere, learning to bowl or getting in a few strikes makes either Chipper’s location worth a visit during your visit.

Color Your World 240 Walnut St. (970) 495-1145 www.coloryourworldpottery.com Open every day but Tuesday.

Once the sites are seen and the outdoor adventures wind down, chipper’s lanes has two convenient locations in fort photo by brian swanson collins for a fun afternoon experience taking a couple hours for crafts is just what any family needs. Offering “paint-it-yourself” pottery in anything from figurines to plates and vases, the whole family can enjoy being creative together. Discovery Science Center Edora Pool and Ice Center (EPIC) 703 E. Prospect Road 1801 Riverside Ave. (970) 472-3900 (970) 221-6683 www.dscm.org www.fcgov.com/recreation/epic Open Tuesday through Saturday. Open everyday of the week. Get hands on as an entire family with more than 120 exhibits that From ice skating to swimming, EPIC is a family-friendly place to focus on science. Created to engage the mind and bring out the hang out. Whether it is cooling off in the pool or on the ice, the imagination, the Discovery Center is a great place to cool off and entire family can enjoy a little time indoors during vacation. even get a bit of learning in during vacation.

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Swetsville Zoo 4801 E. Harmony Road (970) 484-9509 Open every day of the week.

Not the typical zoo, but one that holds every creature imaginable, Swetsville Zoo is a unique experience for the entire family. With more than 170 sculptures of ani- mals, space ships and who- knows-what galore made out of recycled materials, there is something new to see around every corner.

Bee Family Centennial Farm Museum 4320 E. County Road 58 (970) 482-9168 www.beefamilyfarm.org Call for information and scheduling a tour. the swetsville zoo has animals for all ages and prefrences. file photo

Called a “one-of-a-time” experience, families can travel back in time to learn about the Bee family and its struggles to live in arid Colorado. Since 1894, this farm has been used and is now preserved to offer a look at what living the past was really like. With hands-on experiences and learning, the whole family will gain a new perspective

The Gardens on Spring Creek 2145 S. Centre Ave. 416-2486 e Gardens on Spring Creek is Fort Collins’ very own beau- tiful botanic gardens. Located on 18 acres, feel free to browse the gardens or join a group tour. Youth programs include a “Read and Seed” program for 4- to 6-year-olds, and “Garden Journey” for 6- to 12-year-olds. Call for reservations.

Youth Activity Center 415 E. Monroe Drive 416-2990 Open every day of the week except Sunday- hours

vary. file photo From a game room to a gymnasium, the Youth Activity Center offers a variety of activities for youth in the area. It is centrally located near the Foothills Mall. 14 Weather in FoCo

As any native Coloradan knows, January February March April the weather can change at the drop of a hat, so it is important to High: 42º F High: 47º F High: 54º F High: 61º F plan ahead when heading out- doors. We have provided the aver- Low: 15º F Low: 20º F Low: 27º F Low: 34º F age high and low temperatures for each month and what to expect.

snow May June July August rain High: 70º F High: 81º F High: 86º F High: 83º F

warm days Low: 43º F Low: 52º F Low: 57º F Low: 22º F

cold days

wear layers September October November December sun protection High: 75º F High: 64º F High: 50º F High: 43º F

For a current weather forecast Low: 46º F Low: 35º F Low: 24º F Low: 17º F check out fcgov.com/weather/ or tune in to WXM92 at 162.5AM.

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15 Parks and G ardens A place to roam find a place to enjoy fort collins’ beauty

Fort Collins is home to more than 44 parks. Lee Martinez Park e Fort Collins’ City Park System has helped residents in the area 600 N. Sherwood St. enjoy open space for more than 100 years. e city started with just Looking for a fun, family outing? is park may be the place to two parks – Washington and Lincoln, now known collectively as spend that perfect summer afternoon in Fort Collins. It offers Library Park – and has grown to more than 800 acres of dedicated everything from a fitness course to picnic shelters, ball fields, tennis parkland at 44 different sites. Here are just a few of the parks the and basketball courts, a playground and access to the Poudre River. city has to offer. For additional information call the City Parks e Farm, located next to the park, features farm animals, pony department at 970-221-6660 or visit http://fcgov.com/parks. rides, hayrides and a museum. City Park Rolland Moore Park 1500 W. Mulberry St. 2201 S. Shields St. City Park began as a sheep ranch in 1874 when it was purchased Platform tennis courts, handball/racquetball courts and sand by John Sheldon. In 1904, it became a harness racetrack and rodeo volleyball courts make this park, located near Shields Street and ground named “Prospect Park.” e park was purchased from Drake Road, unique. Youth and adult lessons are offered through Sheldon Sheep Farm in 1907. Since then, the park has developed the park, which also offers softball/baseball fields, picnic areas, a into an 84-acre area that offers a lake, an outdoor pool, train rides playground, basketball courts and access to Spring Creek Trail. for children, fitness course, basketball and tennis courts, ball fields and paddle boats. e park also has an off-leash area for dogs. Dog Parks Edora Park 1420 E. Stuart St. Soft Gold Neighborhood Park is park, located next to Edora Pool and Ice Center (EPIC) has a 520 Hickory St. lot to offer. e facility includes playgrounds, ball fields, a disc golf Located half a block north of Jax Outdoor Gear, this park offers one course, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, Spring Creek Trail and shelters acre of fenced space for your furry friends to run and play. e park for reservation. A skate park was added to the facility in 2001, will be improved this year with a shelter and drinking water. Dogs which was the first cement skate park in the city. are free to roam off their leashes, but rules do apply. See park signs for details. Fossil Creek Park 5821 S. Lemay Ave. True to its name, this park has a fossil-themed playground and offers a variety of activities. It has two lighted ball fields, a roller- hockey rink, a dog park, lighted tennis and basketball courts and an “urban obstacle skateboard park.” The Gardens on Spring Creek 2145 S. Centre Ave. is new community-oriented botanic garden covers 18 acres along the south bank of Spring Creek. is facility is open year-round and includes a state-of-the-art greenhouse, community gardens, a children’s garden with giant watering cans and scarecrow arches, as well as numerous other gardens and natural areas suitable for strolling, biking, bird-watching and picnicking. Entrance to the

garden is free. Visit www.fcgov.com/horticulture for more. photo by brian swanson playing at city park 16 is 17,500-square-foot concrete facility opened in September 2001 and offers a variety of space for skateboarders of all levels and abili- ties, including: snake runs, bowls, ramps and rails. Skateboarders can sail from one element to another thanks to the integrated and seamless design. e park is located between the Edora Pool Ice Cen- ter (EPIC) and the ball fields and tennis courts at Edora Park. e park is free and open year-round. Fossil Creek Skateboard Park 5821 S. Lemay Ave. Tucked between the parking lots and play- ground near the front of Fossil Creek Community Park, this area offers a lot for those who like to skateboard their way through life. e park opened in 2003 and offers 15,000 square feet of space for skateboarders of all skill levels, including steps that range from 3 feet to 9 feet high, a 3-step ramp over stephanie gerlach fishing at city park water, five grind rails and ramps and platforms that are up to 4 feet high. e park is free and open year-round. Fossil Creek Dog Park 5821 S. Lemay Ave. Part of Fossil Creek Community Park, this dog park also allows those best friends to roam free within the fenced area. ere is a drinking fountain, and rules and regulations are posted at the park entrance. Spring Canyon West end of Horsetooth Road is 100-acre park is part of the undeveloped Spring Canyon Community Park along Spring TATTOO & PIERCING Creek. e park is scheduled to open to the pub- FT. COLLINS PREMIER TATTOO & PIERCING STUDIO SINCE 1994 lic this year with facilities like restrooms, picnic shelters, a playground, sidewalks and paths, open • Massive Selection of Body Jewelry Mention This Ad for: turf areas, ball fields, lighted basketball and tennis • Comfortable Clean Environment courts and a skate park. • Quality Professional Work $10 OFF ANY TATTOO • Highly Experienced Staff $50 OR OVER • Hospital Grade Sterilization Skate Parks 20% OFF ANY JEWELRY Northside Aztlan Community Center (PIERCING NOT INCLUDED) 112 W. Willow Fort Collins’ first skate park was built here out of five plywood ramps in 1994. In 2001, the park expanded to include a large wooden half-pipe. e park is open year round, but check for times by visiting http://fcgov.com/parks/skate-parks. 221-9712 php because it is closed due to construction. 632 South College www.myspace.com/TribalRitesFortCollins Edora Skateboard Park www.TribalRitesTattoo.com 1420 E. Stuart St. 17 Outdoor Activities With roughly 300 sunny days a year there are about 300 reasons to get outside

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins is not only a Horsetooth Mountain Park is a scenic 2,711-acre landscape city of beautiful landscapes but of opportunities to explore those located west of Horsetooth Reservoir. Only 4 miles from Fort landscapes. Hiking, biking, climbing, camping, horseback rid- Collins, the area offers more than 30 miles of trails for year-round ing, fishing and snowshoeing await those who are willing to hiking, climbing, mountain biking and horseback riding. It is an venture. attraction for many to catch a view of the many waterfalls and Parks mountaintop views of the Front Range. Rocky Mountain National Park Rafting 970-586-1206 Wanderlust Whitewater Rafting www.nps.gov/romo/ 3500 Bingham Hill Road 1-800-745-7238 Established in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park is home to www.awanderlustadventure.com more than 150 lakes and 450 miles of streams. Sightseeing is a must with the diverse wildlife. Museums, visitors’ centers, scenic Wanderlust, German for “instinctive,” provides guided rafting drives and picnicking areas are great for the relaxed outdoor expeditions down the Cache la Poudre River, located northeast experience. Forests flourish from the river beds to the summits of Fort Collins in the Poudre Canyon. Great for family and group of mountain tops and the park has 355 miles of hiking trails to adventures, a Wanderlust adventure offers full or half day adven- lead you to the top. With all of the amazing surroundings, any tures for all skill levels ranging from $46 to $99 per person. Ad- outdoor enthusiast can find a plethora of activities. Six different ditional equipment is available for rent. Rafting season generally camping areas are in the park, each having anywhere from 14 begins in May and continues to September. to 247 campsites. During the winter, the snow covered hiking trails are open for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Trail Mountain Whitewater Descents Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road lead through the central 1329 North Highway 287 Rocky Mountains along scenic vistas of aspen groves and flow- 970-419-0917 ing streams. Park entrance fees are $20 per vehicle, valid for 7 www.mountainwhitewaterdescents.com consecutive days.

Lory State Park 970-493-1623 http://parks.state.co.us/Parks/lory

With 20 miles of trails adjacent to Horsetooth Reservoir, Lory State Park is a perfect getaway for hiking, mountain biking or backcountry camping. Canoeists, kayakers, rafters and boaters can take advantage of Horsetooth Reservoir’s bays and coves. The picnic areas South Eltuck, Timber and Soldier Canyon host up to 100 people and are great for a group gathering or get- away. A Lory State Park daily pass ($6 per vehicle or $3 per person) gives you access to trails on foot, bike or horse. The park is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week.

Horsetooth Mountain Park and Reservoir 970-679-4570 www.co.larimer.co.us/parks/htmp.htm

rafting down the poudre river with wanderlust photo submitted by a wanderlust adventure 18 whitewater rafting Splash and plunge into Mountain White- water Descents’ half day rafting trips down the Cache la Poudre River or paddle an entire day down the river with their “Misha- waka” adventure. Mountain Whitewater also provides guided kayak tours and the “Poudre Extreme,” a more intense trip with a smaller, more maneuverable raft. Prices are $49 to $99 person and $250 for the “Poudre Extreme” trip. Biking With more than 60 miles of bike paths, Fort Collins is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in Colorado. There are paved and gravel trails throughout the city, leading to hot spots in the town and scenic parks just outside the city limits. The well-known, sce- nic Spring Creek Trail extends 6.6 miles from mid-Fort Collins to the Poudre Trail, a 10.6-mile trail down the Cache la Poudre River. For bicycle maps, updates on cy- cling events, weather and trail conditions, visit http://fcgov.com/bicycling/.

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Recycled Cycles The free 18-hole disc golf course is located just north of Spring 4031-A So. Mason Creek trail and is open year round for public recreation. Frisbee 970-223-1969 discs can be purchased used or new at any local outdoor equip- www.recycled-cycles.com/bikes/rentals.html ment store.

Used bicycles, tandems, trailers, tag-a-longs and baby joggers City Park Nine Golf Course are available at Recycled Cycles for half-day, day or weekly 411 S. Bryan Ave. rentals. 970-221-6650

Spring Creek Recumbent Bicycles This 56-acre golf course is a great option for an afternoon 9-hole 2111 S. College Ave., Unit G tournament with well-designed greens and large, beautiful trees 970-221-4838 that border the course. Amenities include a full-service golf shop, www.springcreekrecumbents.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc a driving range, practice chipping/putting greens, club rentals Recumbent bicycles can be rented for $10 for an hour or $45 and a clubhouse with food and beverages provided by DMAC for the day. Golf. City Park Nine has been recognized as one of the best 9-hole golf courses in the Rocky Mountain Region by the Colo- Golfing rado Golfer Newspapers and the National Golf Foundation. Disc Golf at Edora Park 1420 E. Stuart St. 970-221-6660 www.ci.fort-collins.co.us/parks/disc-golf-map.php

20 Collindale Golf Course 1441 E. Horsetooth Road 970-221-6651

Collindale’s 18-hole course features 7,026 yards of golf and is the home of the local U.S. Open Qualifying. With a par of 71, the course rating is 72.3 and a 127 slope rating on Blue grass. Amenities include a pro shop, a 50-tee driving range, a driv- ing range, chipping and putting greens and a 15,000-square-foot clubhouse host- ing Manno’s Grille. S KATE • S NOW • D ISC since 1981 SouthRidge Golf Course 5750 S. Lemay Ave. T OP B RANDS AVAILABLE FOR SKATE SHOES AND ACTION 970-4162828 CLOTHING PLUS THE BEST IN ACTION SPORTS SouthRidge is an 18-hole course featuring nearly 6,400 yards of gentle rolling hills, THE WRIGHT LIFE well-manicured greens and sculptured fair- ways with challenging water and sand 200 Linden, Fort Collins hazards. It has a par of 71, and the course wrightlife.com • 484-6932 rating is 70.2 with a slope rating of 124 on Blue grass. A full-service golf shop, a 30-tee driving range, putting green, club rentals, on-site custom club and repair ser- vice and MacKenzie’s Pub & Grill have made SouthRidge the “Best of Fort Collins” since 1999.

21 All About CSU

colorado state university marching band collegian file photo General: College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sci- 1870: Founded as the Colorado ences: 1,478 students Agricultural College Warner College of Natural Resources: 1,197 1935: Renamed the Colorado State College of students Agriculture and Mechanic Arts (Colorado A&M) 1957: Renamed Colorado State University Students: More than 24,700: Regular, on-campus students 24,670: Total enrollment from every state and 80 foreign countries. 80: Percent of students who are Colorado residents Faculty: Campus: 1,460: Faculty members 18 to 1: Student to faculty ratio 579-acre main campus, including 101 acres for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Degrees: Colleges: Bachelor’s degrees are offered in 63 fields 8 colleges Master’s degrees are offered in 60 fields Doctoral degrees are offered in 36 fields College of Agricultural Sciences: 1,444 students College of Applied Human Sciences: Student Life: 4,823 students 300: student organizations College of Business: 2,027 students 29: honor societies College of Engineering: 1,922 students 22: fraternities and 14 sororities College of Liberal Arts: 5,226 students College of Natural Sciences: 3,667 students 22 One of a Kind Fashion. Tuition, Fees and Housing: Guaranteed To Be ONLY you! $4,717: undergraduate tuition and fees (2006-07) for Colorado residents $16,245: undergraduate tuition and fees (2006-07) for nonresidents. Reasonably Priced European Fashion Athletics: Colors: green and gold JEANS • SHIRTS • TUNICS Nickname: Rams DRESSES • ACCESSORIES Fieldhouse: McGraw Athletic Center Athletic Facilities: Sonny Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium (capacity 34,000) and Moby Arena (capacity 8,745) Mascot: Cam the Ram (Across from Chipotle)

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To Rist Canyon, Poudre Canyon Downtown - Old Town and Red Feather Lakes 44 Jefferson Hwy 287 Linden Accommodations Specialty Shops Pine 1 Best Western University Inn 20 10,000 Villages** LaPorte 33 Mountain Vista 42 2 The Edwards House 29 Big Dog Textbooks 7 32 30 The Book Rack Willox 43 Libations 31 The Book Ranch 20 Walnut 3 Campus West Liquor 11 32 Dynamik Ceramix 5 Old Town Chestnut Mountain 16 10 Square Outdoor and Recreation 33 Copper Dog Creative W. Vine E. Vine 25 CSU Lory Student Center 12 4 A-1 Wildwater Downtown Business Association 19 5 JAX (see ad pg 3) 6 Lee’s Cyclery

Wood Linden 34 Dress Code II LaPorte Ave. Jefferson Oak 15 17 7 Mountain Shop Lincoln 35 Earth Star W. Mountain 8 Recycled Cycles 36 Kind Creations Oak 2 37 Mellow Yellow Summitview Restaurants, Pizza, Coffee College Mason 38 The Rams Book Store Riverside Mathews Remington Shops and Fast Food Mulberry 4 U.S. 14 Olive 20 The Right Card** 14 9 Alsalam 39 Rockin “N” Robins 40 Laurel 50 10 Austin’s 40 Run PC Elizabeth 23 8 34 11 Back Country Provisions 25 20 Specialities** CSU Campus 46 12 Bisetti’s Ristorante 41 Tribal Rites 13 Brother Mel’s 20 Trimble Court Artisans** Prospect 22 14 Charco Broiler Midtown 25 University Bookstore 49 13 15 Dempsey’s Mulberry 28 42 Walnut Street Gallery 30 16 Enzio’s Italian Kitchen 43 Wright Life N 17 Fish 18 Moot House Drake Road 45 Myrtle Places of Worship Overland Trail 19 Drunken Monkey 44 Annunciation Chapel 21 18 20 Old Town Square Swallow 34 21 Tortilla Marissa’s 25 Campus Crusade

51 48 Howes 35 26 25 Chabad 54 Laurel 38 23 6 41 Properties to Buy or Rent 45 Christ United Methodist Church Horse tooth Rd. 28 22 Prospect Plaza 46 First United Methodist Church 47 Harmony Presbyterian Horsetooth 27 28 23 Ram’s Crossing 24 Ram’s Village 48 Hillel Reservoir Board Oval 1 Mason 49 Lutheran Campus Ministry Mason College 8 walk Remington Services 50 Mountain View Plum 51 Peace With Christ Lutheran Harmony Rd. 36 25 CSU Summer Session 39 26 Screamin Peach 52 St. John’s Lutheran 47 37 53 St. Paul’s Episcopal Locust 9 Transfort (see back page) 27 Trios Spa 54 Timberline Church 28 Well’s Fargo 25 Young Life Elizabeth 52 Trilby Rd. 31 ** Old Town Square Ziegler Road County Road 7 Taft Hill Taft College Shields Campus West Lemay Ave. Timberline Road

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Loveland & Berthoud 24 25 Old T own The Heart of Fort Collins everything from shopping to dining Old Corner Book Shop It may come as a surprise that Old Town, the heart of Fort 216 Linden St. Collins, is full of young life. Charming historical buildings set the (970) 484-6186 scene of a Disneyland-like village among the redbrick sidewalks, 84 e Old Corner Book Shop, established in 1970, carries art restaurants, antique stores, boutiques, art galleries, brewpubs and books, children’s classics, history, nature, philosophy, science fiction, night spots. In fact, downtown Fort Collins can claim the fame of technical, Western Americana and Native American books. being the model for Disneyland’s Main Street USA. e historic buildings of Old Town built in the 1800s and the Trimble Court Artisans early 1900s have been restored as landmarks to their former “Art 118 Trimble Court Deco” elegance. (970) 221-0051 e main plaza extends diagonally northeast from the intersec- Trimble Court is the place to find locally-crafted jewelry, glass, tion of College Avenue and Mountain Avenue. Old Town Square metal, painting, photography, pottery and wood-made art. is the hub of the thriving local music circuit and many shopping opportunities. Nowhere else in Fort Collins can you find thriving Walrus Ice Cream night life and day-time entertainment for all ages. 125 W. Mountain Ave e best way to see Old Town is to take a self-guided walking (970) 482-5919 tour, which will guide you past structures such as the Opera House, Walrus is a a local homemade ice cream favorite. According to their the Northern Hotel and the Fort Collins Commercial Bank & Web site, Walrus has been voted the “Best Ice Cream in Fort Col- Trust. lins” for 11 consecutive years. Alpine Arts-The Colorado Showcase CooperSmith’s Pub & Brewing 112 N. College Ave. #5 Old Town Square (970 493-1941 (970) 498-0483 e place to go for gifts, shirts, jewelry, souvenirs and photography, CooperSmith’s pubside and poolside establishments offer the ideal all made in Colorado or representing the Rocky Mountain West. Fort Collins cultural experience. What’s on tap? Try Columbine Kolsch, Horsetooth Stout, Poudre Pale Ale or the Scrumpy Cider. Fort Collins Food Co-Op 250 E. Mountain Ave . Drunken Monkey (970) 484-7448 151 S. College Ave. e Food Co-Op is Fort Collins’ original natural foods (970) 224-5272 store. ey specialize in organically- and locally-grown Swing by the Drunken Monkey to get your drink on produce and groceries at affordable prices. or to start your night with great appetizers, margaritas and Mexican food. Garwood’s Jewelers 131 S. College Ave. Poppy’s Joint (970) 482-2205 130 S. Mason St. Established in 1944, this second-generation family store specializes (970) 407-8100 in fine jewelry and watches including the Northern Front Range Poppy’s offers seafood, Italian food and fresh homemade pizzas, Ring, Breuning and Cyma, along with custom pieces. along with an extensive wine list

Kilwin’s Chocolates & Ice Cream The Silver Grill Cafe 114 S. College Ave. 218 Walnut St. (970) 221-9444 (970)484-4656 Kilwin’s is a full-line confectionary most famous for its homemade e oldest restaurant in northern Colorado, e Silver Grill Café fudge and locally-inspired ice cream. Kilwin’s also carries handcraft- serves home style breakfast, lunch and the local favorite, giant cin- ed gourmet chocolates and the perfect sweet for anyone. namon roles. 26 La Luz 200 B Walnut St. (970) 493-1129 MAKE A DIFFERENCE La Luz serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and has gourmet Mexican specials. WITH FAIR TRADE

Suehiro Japanese Restaurant 223 Linden St. (970) 482-3734 Suehiro is a taste of Tokyo in downtown Fort Collins.

Enzio's Italian Kitchen 126 W. Mountain Ave. (970)484-8466 Enzio’s fresh Italian kitchen is a taste of the old countryside – in Fort Collins. 113 OLD TOWN SQUARE Mountain Café FORT COLLINS CO 80524 226 W. Mountain Ave. MON.-SAT. 10-7 SUN 12-5 (970) 493-9576 Tucked away on Mountain Avenue, the Mountain Cafe is a great little place that serves breakfast all day.

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Fun for the Whole Family Perfect for Dates, Jay's Bistro 135 W. Oak St. Birthdays and Groups Enjoy Jay’s atmosphere of live jazz and (970) 482-1876 15 varieties of martinis while ordering anything from duck done three ways to New Zealand red New mobile unit can come to you! deer loin. Please check out our website at: www.dynamikceramix.com Taj Mahal 148 W. Oak St. e posh dining ambiance of Taj Mahal is (970)493-1105 perfect for a date. Taj Mahal serves some of Fort Collins best authentic Indian food.

e Silver Grill Cafe 218 Walnut St. e oldest restaurant in northern Colorado, (970)484-4656 e Silver Grill Café serves home style breakfast, lunch and the local favorite, giant cinnamon roles.

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27 Night L ife

e adventure doesn’t end when the sun goes down in Fort Col- food for that at-home movie feel. Showing three to four differ- lins. With anything from experiencing the arts to bustin’ a move ent independent or foreign films a day, Lyric is a unique movie on the dance floor, there is something that will be sure to entertain getaway. everyone all day and all night. Holiday Twin Drive-In Out on the town (970) 221-1244 2206 S. Overland Trail -Theatre: www.holidaytwindrive-in.com Nonesuch Theater Deals and Steals: e price is $5 per person for two movies, and (970) 224-0444 outside food and drink and pets are permitted. 216 Pine St. www.nonesuchtheater.com With only 10 drive-in movie theatres left in Colorado, Holiday Deals and Steals: Tickets range from $20 to $30 and groups of 15 Twin is the best movie bargain around. ere are two screens, each or more get $2 off per person. playing two movies every night. Holiday Twin is open from mid- March to late September or early October. Nonesuch eatre is an intimate setting that caters to smaller crowds. Whether it is spending an afternoon or an evening Hitting the music scene: enjoying the different performances, Nonesuch allows for a more personalized performance of professional quality. Children under 13 are not permitted. -Dancing Sundance Steakhouse and Saloon (970) 484-1600 Bas Bleu Theatre Co. 2716 E. Mulberry St. (970) 498-8949 www.sundancesteakhouse.com 401 Pine St. Deals and Steals: On Sundays bring the family out for some www.basbleu.org western-style fun for just $4 a person plus drinks and food. Deals and Steals: All tickets range from $10 to $20, so it is inex- pensive for a very local experience. With live country bands playing everyday, the restaurant is turned into a country-two-step every night for the entertainment of all. Enriching the region in culture is what Bas Bleu is all about. With Sundance also offers country dance lessons, specials every night of more than 1,000 performances under their belt, they continue to the week and a pool hall. perform adventurous plays to entertain the community. Zydeco’s Carousel Dinner Theatre (970) 224-4100 (970) 225-2555 11 Old Town Square 3509 S. Mason St. www.zydecosbar.com www.adinnertheatre.com Deals and Steals: Each night features a different drink special. Deals and Steals: For dinner and a show, it is $34 to $38 per per- son and large groups get discounts. is New Orleans inspired bar and restaurant welcomes everyone. Catering to a younger crowd, Zydeco’s has a raised dance floor and After 15 years running, the Carousel Dinner eatre provides the a patio that is great in the summer. dinner and a show experience where the servers transform into the performers right before your eyes. Suite 152 -Unique little spots: (970) 224-0888 23 Old Town Square #152 Lyric Cinema Café www.myspace.com/suite152 (970) 493-0893 Deals and Steals: Saturday is Captain Morgan night, so different 300 E. Mountain Ave. specials are offered every hour on Captain drinks. www.lyriccinemacafe.com Deals and Steals: Tickets cost $6 or $8, and you can bring your From nightly DJs to themed nights every ursday, Friday and own snacks. Saturday, Suite is the ultimate dance party. Located underneath Mystic Martini, there is an upbeat party atmosphere every night of Lyric is a great spot to hang out. ere are couches instead of hard the week. movie theatre-style chairs, and you can bring your own drinks and 28 -Local music: Mishawaka Amphitheatre Avogadro’s Number (970) 482-4420 (970) 484-5555 13714 Poudre Canyon 605 S. Mason St. www.mishawakaconcerts.com www.avogadros.com Deals and Steals: Some tickets are as low as $5; check the Web site Deals and Steals: Vegetarians will love Tempeh Tuesday, where you for shows. can buy one and get one free. Miles away from anything, and just 26 miles northwest of Fort With live entertainment and good food, Avogadro’s offers some- Collins, Mishawaka is surrounded by mountains and sits on the thing every night of the week. ere’s live entertainment on urs- Cache la Poudre River. e Mish offers a great environment for all day, Friday and Saturday, swing dancing every Monday, open mic of their performances, and is another place that is for all ages and night on Tuesday, and Wednesday is bluegrass night. Avo’s offers any budget. e Mish is open most days of the week and tickets original vegetarian cuisine as well as plenty of food for meat eaters. cost anywhere from $5 to $35.

Aggie Theatre Hodi’s Half Note (970) 482-8300 (970) 472-2034 204 S. College Ave. 167 N. College Ave. www.aggietheatre.com www.hodishalfnote.com Deals and Steals: Tickets are $20 or less for big time shows and up Deals and Steals: Various drink specials are offered throughout the and coming artists. week.

After 102 years in the business, the Aggie is still rocking every Featuring live music from up and coming artists, Hodi’s is the night of the week. From bands to fashion shows, there is a wide musical central of downtown Fort Collins. Sticking to a smaller variety of entertainment. With performances by every type of artist crowd, the more intimate setting makes this a classic hang out and every type of music, it is a place for people on any budget. spot or a great place to spend long nights. Hodi’s is also one of the more inexpensive places, so get tickets and see a band that could be famous one day.

151 S. College Avenue • 970.224.5272 • www.thedrunkmonkey.com

29 Arts In FoCo

Fort Collins is a city full of beauty and exhibitions, educational programs, inter- programs including plays, concerts, dance culture, and a lot of that is reflected in the national publications and by educating shows and more. During the school year, art the town has to showcase. From galleries the public about the collectable value of different performances can be seen almost to performances, the town has something to photography. every weekend. offer all artistic tastes. •The Gallery Underground * Seasonal Hours: Open only when CSU Where to Go? www.myspace.com/thegalleryunder- classes are in session. Closed for the summer • Fort Collins Museum of Con- ground and seasonal holidays. temporary Arts (FC MOCA) 109 Linden St. in the basement of the www.fcmoca.org Avery Building Other Useful web 201 S. College Ave. 970.224.4415 New to Fort Collins, the Gallery Under- sites: 970.482.2787 www.artsalivefc.org FC MOCA is dedicated to introducing the ground is “a safe place to take risks.” As an uncensored gallery, it allows contemporary -Provides information on upcoming musi- community to the culture of contemporary cal, performance and visual arts exhibits, art. rough exhibitions, collaborations, art that might not be displayed in other galleries. is gallery allows artists to fully including concerts coming to the Fort Col- community events, publications, lectures lins area. and performances, the museum features the express themselves, without fear of being censored away from their own work. www.fortcollinsarts.org works of local and nationally-known artists -Gives more information on arts in the Old of our time. •Clara Hatton Gallery* Town area, including previews of upcom- ing exhibits and a list of other Old Town www.colostate.edu/Depts/Art/hg/ • Walnut Street Gallery Galleries. www.walnutst.com index.html 253 Linden St. Colorado State University Visual Arts 970.221.2383 Building e art of rock and roll is the main focus of 970.491.1989 this gallery. Artwork of many musicians and roughout the school-year, exhibits of dif- album-cover artists are featured in exhibits. ferent visiting artists can be seen as well as Such artists who have been featured in the the work of student artists, like past include Ronnie Wood of the Roll- ing Stones, Carlos Santana and Bon Jovi’s •Curfman Gallery* drummer Tico Torres. www.curfman.colostate.edu Colorado State University Lory Stu- •The Lincoln Center dent Center www.fcgov.com/lctix 970.491.2810 417 W. Magnolia St. For more than three decades, the Curfman 970.221.6735 Gallery has brought art from around the As a stage, theatre and gallery, something world and around the campus to the center for everyone can be found at e Lincoln of attention. roughout the year, the Gal- Center. ere are new exhibits and shows lery exhibits both nationally and interna- every month featuring local and national tionally known artists, as well as the works artists and performers. from local and student artists. •Center for Fine Arts Photogra- •CSU Department of Music, The- phy atre and Dance* www.c4fap.org www.csuschoolofthearts.com 400 N. College Ave. 1400 Remington St. 970.224.1010 970.431.5529 e Center promotes the art of photogra- Expanding into performance arts, Colo- phy and supports creative artists through rado State University produces a number of 30 31 Worship in Fort Collins Fort Collins offers a variety of locations for people of all faiths to find a place to participate in services and individual prayer. According to www.myfortcollins.com, our city is home to more than 100 places of worship, so visitors of every religion and belief can find a place of comfort while on vacation. Not only does Fort Collins have traditional church-like settings, there are also unique places in our area that may intrigue visitors of all denominations. Abbey of St. Walburga is traditional abbey is home to a small group of Benedictine nuns of the Roman Catholic Church. ey devote much of their day to the Word of God and offer a place where others can join them in prayer. e Retreat House is a place for individuals or groups to utilize for spiritual getaways. Location: Virginia Dale, CO Travel Time: approximately 45 minutes www.walburga.org Shambhala Mountain Center is quiet mountain retreat sits on 600 acres near Red Feather Lakes. ey offer a variety of programs for individuals and groups including Buddhist meditation, yoga and other contemplative disciplines. ey provide introductory and in-depth training for students of Buddhist teachings, however anyone is welcome to utilize the Center for retreats, conferences and their own personal growth. Location: Red Feather Lakes Travel Time: approximately 1 hour www.shambhalamountain.org

THE CHABAD JEWISH STUDENT ALLIANCE at Colorado State University “The home away from home for every Jew.” • Shabbat Dinner • Shabbat and Holiday meals & services • Jewish Education (classes & lectures) Social Events (BBQs, ski trips and more) • Free trips to Israel • Free Mezuza loans • and More!

Contact Erin Hale at 970-218-3340 or please call (970) 407-1613 or e-mail [email protected] email at [email protected] or visit us on the web at www.jewishcsu.com

FIRST UNITED St. St. Paul’sPaul’s METHODIST CHURCH Episcopal Episcopal ChurchChurch SERVICES Traditional services: 8:00 a.m. (chapel), 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. * Free lunch after 10:45 service for college students “Let Love Live” Sunday and Weekday Adult Classes Sunday worship Children’s Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. 7:30 and 10 AM Saturday Nights Tuesday 7 AM worship 5 pm Rev. Charles Schuster Welcoming ALL University Rev. Joel Kershaw Sunday Morning Rev. Pam Everhart students, staff and faculty! Rev. Ray Miller www.stpauls-fc.org 8:30 am Rev. David Dalke 10 am & 11:30 am 1005 Stover, Fort Collins 970-482-2668 Located 6 blocks east of IHOP corner of Elizabeth and Stover 1208 W. Elizabeth (near Moby) 2908 S. Timberline Rd (970) 482-2436 www.fcfumc.net “An inclusive church welcoming all people.” timberlinechurch.org 32 Worship Sunday at 10 a.m. Christian Education at 9

S AT N ITE @ 5:32 – STRAIGHT FOR TODAY ’ S HEART Join us on Sunday! C O MMUNION AT EACH SERVICE 400 E. Boardwalk Drive (Between Sam’s & the Post Office) Lutheran Lutheran CampusCampus 226-0603 Ministry Ministry Traditional Worship at 8:00 AM http://www.harmonypres.com Contemporary Worship at 10:45 AM 805 S. Shields 970-482-2160 Student Meal and Bible Study every web: www.lcm.colostate.edu Sunday during the school year. email: [email protected] SUNDAY WORSHIP AT 5:15 PM during academic year 305 East Elizabeth Street Worship, Bible Study (dinner 3 blocks east of campus included), Community Service, [email protected] or Retreats, Leadership Training 482-5316 We are a welcoming & inclusive community.

Annunciation Chapel

Center for Jewish Campus Life “There is a comfortable place in college to explore & celebrate all aspects of Jewish life.”

Traditional Roman Catholic Mass Society of St. Pius X Sunday: 2:00 N Wellington Confession: 1:30 County Rd 56 Offering social, educational, cultural, religious Douglas Rd I-25 and social action programs such as: WTerry E Lake Country Hikes, ski trips, BBQ’s FREE Trips to Israel Club Rd High Holiday Dinners/Services Jewish Learning Laporte Hwy 1 I-14 Shabbat dinners/services Community Service Graduate & Young Professionals Program Leadership Development North I-34 Statewide activities with other campusesPassover Seders & Lunches College Greeley Holocaust Awareness Week Ft Collins S and much more! Loveland/Denver If you would like to be added to the Hillel mailing list to stay up to date on what’s happening, please go to csu.hillelcolorado.org and click on “Get Involved” 484-4868 Hillel: “Your Jewish Home Away From Home” David & Laura Merage Hillel Center • 720 W. Laurel Street 290 E. County Rd 56 Fort Collins 970.224.4246 • [email protected] 33 Health and F itness Find your t ways to stay in shape on vacation

With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, there’s May 26 plenty of time to run, bike or swim in Fort Collins, which Houska Houska 5K makes it easy to stay healthy. Throughout the year, espe- This race benefits the PVH Bone Marrow Program cially during the summer, Fort Collins hosts a number of Start Time: 9 a.m. different events to help you get into shape while having Location: Houska Automotive fun. 970-482-0156 Runs June 15 April (2nd Sunday) Father’s Day 5K Horesetooth Half Marathon The race benefits Northside Aztlan Community Center. Start Time: 8:30 a.m. Start Time: 8 a.m. Location: begins at Hughes Stadium, ends at New Bel- Location: Old Town Fort Collins 970-221-6358 gium Brewery www.horsetoothhalfmarathon.com/index.html July 4 May 3 Firecracker 5K Start Time: 7:30 a.m. Cinco-Cinco 5K Run/Walk Location: City Park Start Time: 8:30 a.m. www.footoftherockies.com Location: CSU Oval www.cincocinco.colostate.edu July 26 Run for Hope May 4 Start Time: 8 a.m. Colorado Marathon Location: City Park This race includes a full marathon, half marathon, 10K http://runforhope.net and 5K. Start Time: 6 a.m. Location: Poudre Canyon to Old Town Aug. 1 and 2 www.coloradomarathon.com Wild West Relay Location: A two day, team relay starting in Fort Collins and ending in Steamboat Springs. It covers 195 miles May 10 across northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming. Fire Hydrant 5K www.wildwestrelay.com This race benefits the Larimer Humane Society, and four legged friends are welcome to join their owners in the 3K Aug. 9 and 5K runs. 25th Annual Human Race Start Time: 9:30 a.m. Start Time: 8 a.m. Location: Edora Park Location: Old Town Square www.larimerhumane.org 970-282-1000

34 Sept. 1 Colorado Run Start Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: CSU Oval www.runnersroostftcollins.com The Book Rack of Fort Collins 10% Off New & Used Bookshop New Book Oct. 11 Expires 09/01/08 CSU Homecoming 5K 1801 S. College Ave • Ft. Collins, CO • 970-484-7898 • bookshopfortcollins.com Start Time: morning Location: CSU Oval www.homecoming.colostate.edu Nov. 27 Pederson Volvo Thanksgiving Day Run Start Time: 9 a.m. Location: Old Town www.timberlinetiming.com

Dec. 14 Christmas Classic Run Start Time: 9 a.m. Location: Foot of the Rockies, 150 E. L LIIVVEE G GLLAASSSSBBLLOOWWIINNGG Harmony Drive www.footoftherockies.com C Cuussttoomm mmaaddee ppiieecceess WWaterater PipesPipes * HandHand BlownBlown GlassGlass Triathlons/Multi-sports SmokingSmoking AAccessoriesccessories * HHempemp PProductsroducts CCustomustom PiecesPieces & AAccessoriesccessories Aug. 2 Fort Collins Extreme Adventure Buy 1 Pipe, Get Endurance Race 2nd for Half Price New to Fort Collins, adventure racing takes the typical triathlon and puts a spin on it. Participants will complete a trail run, mountain biking and a kayak course. Location: Horsetooth Mountain Park www.northerncoloradoadventures. com/races

Free Pipe Water Pipe BLOWOUT! W/Purchase Select water pipes over $20 buy 1 get 1 for $4 20 828 S. College Ave (970) 221-4990 In the Village Shops Across from CSU Open 7 days a week • 11 am - 7 pm

35 Stage and S creen The Best Seats in the Fort your ticket guide

Child / Senior: $5.50 Screen College student with ID: $6.50 Lyric Cinema Café For people who: Want to see the biggest blockbuster hits 300 E. Mountain Ave. (970) 493-0893 Cinemark Fort Collins offers 16 screened rooms, handicap access, Adults: $8 Students: $6.50 reclining seats, stadium seating, two concession stands and a lob- Matinee: $6 by arcade to play in while waiting. You’re more likely to run into Best for people who: Love indie films someone you know here than at any other theatre in Fort Collins Tired of crunching yourself in crowded lines to see the same old, – especially on a Saturday night. Show times are available at www. predictable blockbuster? e Lyric Cinema Café allows you to drink cinemark.com. beer and eat a cheese platter while reclining on comfortable couches in front of foreign and independent films. If you’re someone who Holiday Twin Drive-In looks for entertainment beyond the mainstream, this laid-back movie 2206 S. Overland Trail (970) 221-1244 theatre is for you. Check films and hours at www.lyriccinemacafe. Adults (ages 12 & older): $5 Seniors (age 65 & older): $4 com. Children (ages 6-11): $2 Children (ages 5 & younger): FREE (Cash only) Cinema Saver 6 For people who: Want a more intimate movie experience 2525 Worthington Ave. (970) 482-6616 e Holiday Twin Drive-In has been Larimer County’s only drive-in Before 6 p.m.: $2 After 6 p.m.: $3 theatre for more than 30 years. Two screens show new releases each Best for people who: Can’t justify spending more than $3 night. People can hear it by tuning into their FM stereo. It also offers Can’t wait until that movie you’ve been meaning to see comes out a snack bar with homemade hamburgers, burritos and concession on DVD? Don’t. Come to Cinema Saver 6 and you’ll be glad you stand food. Handicap restroom access is also available. Pets are wel- waited. Prices are cheap, its seven theatres are less crowded and stu- come! e drive-in is open every night from mid-March until Sep- dents can even get a discount on concessions with their student ID. tember or October, depending on the weather. Holiday Twin only Look up show times on its Web site, www.kerasotes.com accepts cash. For show times, visit www.holidaytwindrive-in.com. www.fortcollinsmovies.com Carmike 10 3636 Manhattan Ave. (970) 204-9733 Stage Matinee: $6 Adult, $5.50 Child Hodi’s Half Note Evening: $8.50 Adult, $5.50 Child 167 N. College Ave. Adult: $8.50 (970) 472-2034 Matinee: $6 www.hodishalfnote.com Child (3-11): $5.50 Senior (55 and older): $5.50 Tickets: From $6 to $20 College Student with ID: $6 Most nights are strictly 21 and older, but some nights are 18 and For people who: Want digital, clear movies in style older. Also available for private parties All movies are shown in DLP-Digital Picture rather than the usual 35 Drinks served from a full bar, and Happy Hour is from 5 p.m. to 8 mm film. Two concession stands are available, and stadium seating p.m. every night and digital sound fill 10 movie rooms. Check www.fandago.com for For people who: Like a variety of live music in a low-key atmo- show times. sphere For more than a year, music has been bursting out the doors of Hodi’s Cinemark Fort Collins Half Note – jazz, rock, blues, reggae and hip-hop – every kind of mu- 4721 S. Timberline Road (970) 377-1717 sic. is casual, yet styled, lounge setting allows customers to wind Early Bird (1st Matinee Showtime Mon - Fri): $5 School Year Only down and hear some good tunes. Enjoy a drink at the dimly-lit bar, Adult Matinee before 6 p.m.: $5.75 linger around the spacious dance floor near the stage or relax in the Adult Evening (Mon-ur): $7.75 lounge area. Adult Evening (Fri-Sun): $8 36 Aggie Theatre Twenty five miles outside of Fort Collins lies the Cache la Poudre 204 S. College Ave. River, enveloped between mountains and streams and “ e Mish” (970) 482-8300 stage, which plays music fitting to its environment. Go rafting down www.aggiethreatre.com the river, eat at the Mishawaka restaurant and then relax to some nice Tickets range from: $9 to $54 tunes at the Mishawaka Amphitheatre. Shows are for all ages For people who: Love to be part of the crowd at an intimate concert The Sundance Steakhouse and Saloon e Aggie eatre is still Fort Collins most popular music venue 2716 E. Mulberry even after 102 years in business, and it’s located in the middle of Old (970) 484-1600 Town. Once a $2 movie theatre, the “Aggie” is now a rockin’ live www.sundancesteakhouse.com music venue. Come see a local rock band or a world-famous rapper Cover charge: Usually $4 while enjoying your favorite drink from the bar. Sundays is Family Night, Tuesday is College Night and all other days are 21 and older Mishawaka Amphitheatre For people who: Are a little bit country or just want to have fun 13714 Poudre Canyon DJs, live music by a house band and an almost never-empty dance (970) 482-4420 floor are what you can expect at e Sundance Steakhouse and Sa- www.mishawakaconcerts.com loon. But don’t worry if you don’t know how to country dance. You’ll Tickets range from: $5 to $20 enjoy rock, pop and hip-hop music as well. is rustic restaurant, bar, Shows are for all ages pool and dance hall all in one is the perfect place to be entertained. Doors for Mishawaka events open at 5 p.m. and start times will vary from show to show e Mishawaka restaurant and bar opens at 11 a.m. daily. 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Ever wonder how some of your favorite brews get there infamous tastes? Well, Fort Collins offers a variety of breweries to tour and plenty of beers to sample. Some of these beers can be found in bars and liquor stores all over the nation and may even be in your own refrigerator. But if you want to be a true beer connoisseur, visit one of Fort Collins’ breweries to taste freshly brewed beer straight from the tap.

Odell Brewing Company 800 E. Lincoln Ave. (970)498-9070 http://odellbrewing.com

History: Living in Seattle, Doug Odell realized that he could take his love for beer and passion for brewing and create something spectacular. us, he moved to Fort Collins to pursue his brewing career and opened the Odell Brewing Company in 1989. is company may have started with a dream in a beer bottle, but it has evolved into a brewery that produces about 40,000 barrels annually and is avail- able in seven states. Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tours: Monday-Saturday: 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. (Call ahead if you have a group larger than 10 people) Tastings: $4 tasting trays and price of pints vary Brews to Try:

5 Barrel Pale Ale, 90 Shilling, Easy Street Wheat, Cutthroat Porter file photo bottles get packed and shipped out from odell brewing co. Anheuser-Busch 2351 Busch Drive (970)490-4691 www.budweisertours.com

History: Tours: As a global company, Anheuser-Busch quenches the thirst of beer e Fort Collins brewery is one of five Anheuser-Busch brewery lovers all over the world and has a one of its 12 breweries right here locations that offer tours. It’s also one of three locations where you in Fort Collins. Home to more than 100 brands since 1957, includ- can see the Budweiser Clydesdales. Tours based on availability, be ing Budweiser and Rolling Rock, Anheuser-Busch holds almost 50 sure to call ahead. percent of the shares of all beer sales in the United States. Tastings: Hours: After your tour, visit the Hospitality Room to sample some brews October-May: ursday through Monday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for free. June-August: Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Brews to Try: September: Daily: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bacardi malt beverages, Michelob Ultra Fruit, Shock Top Belgian Closed on select holidays, call ahead for hours White and the many classic Budweiser Gift shop closes 1 hour after last tour

38 The Fort Collins Brewery History: 1900 E. Lincoln Ave. #B Biking on his “fat tires” across villages in Europe that are famous for (970) 472-1499 beer, Jeff Lebesch found inspiration for a specially-brewed beer of his www.fortcollinsbrewery.com own and thus New Belgium Brewery got its start. A home brewer himself, Lebesch returned to Fort Collins and began making his own History: Belgian-styled brews, and by 1991 New Belgium was a commercially In 2004, Fort Collins residents Tom and Jan Peters bought Fort recognized brew. Collins Brewery, which now produces more than 8,000 barrels per Hours: year. A single barrel holds 31 gallons of beer. e brewery’s beers Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. can be found in 16 states across the country as well as their tasting Tours: room, which has recently been remodeled. Self-Guided Tours: Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tasting Room Hours: Guided Tours: Tuesday-Friday: 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. -Brews to Try: *Tours begin every half hour and tickets are available the day of the Chocolate Stout, Retro Red ale, Kidd Lager and Major Tom’s tour. Pomegranate Wheat Tastings: Visit the Liquid Center (the tasting room) for free New Belgium beer New Belgium Brewery Company samples 500 Linden St. Brews to Try: (888) NBB-4044 Sunshine Wheat, Fat Tire Amber Ale, Blue Paddle Pilsener-Lager www.newbelgium.com

Welcomes YOU to Fort Collins! ALWAYS a complete selection of Cold Beer, Chilled Wines and Liquor. Plus a great selection of Local and National Microbrews. Plan Ahead

Pedal, Walk or Jog - We’re just west of campus. Stop by the corner of Plan Ahead Elizabeth and City Park Ave. For Keg Reservation, MC/VISA/AMEX/Cash accepted Call 484-1107 *Must be 21 years of age to purchase 1107 City Park Ave. 39 L odging Bed & Breakfasts

Edwards House Historic Bed & Comfort Inn and Suites Homewood Suites Breakfast (970) 407-0100 (970) 225-2400 (970) 493-9191 601 SW Frontage Rd. 1521 Oakridge Dr. 402 W. Mountain Ave. Highway 14 and I-25 www.homewoodsuites.com www.edwardshouse.com www.choicehotels.com Lamplighter Motel See our ad on page 41 (970) 484-2764 Comfort Suites 1809 N. College Ave. Inn at City Park (970) 206-4597 (970)-672-4725 1415 Oakridge Dr. Marriott Hotel 1734 W. Mountain Ave. www.choicehotels.com (970) 226-5200 www.innatcitypark.com 350 E. Horsetooth Rd. Courtyard by Marriott www.marriott.com Sheldon House Bed & Breakfast (970) 282-1700 (970) 221-1917 1200 Oakridge Dr. Motel 6 616 W. Mulberry St. www.marriott.com (970) 482-6466 www.bbonline.com/co/sheldon- 3900 E. Mulberry St. house Days Inn www.motel6.com (970) 221-5490 3625 E. Mulberry St. Mulberry Inn www.daysinn.com (970) 493-9000 Hotels 4333 E. Mulberry St. EconoLodge www.mulberry-inn.com AmericInn Lodge & Suites (970) 482-1114 (970) 226-1232 3634 E. Mulberry St. Quality Inn and Suites 7645 Westgate Dr. www.choicehotels.com (970) 282-9047 www.americinn.com 4001 S. Mason St. Fort Collins Plaza Inn www.ftcollinsquality.com Armstrong Hotel (970) 493-7800 (970) 484-3883 3709 E. Mulberry St. Ramada Inn I-25 259 S. College Ave. www.plaza-inn.com (970) 484-4660 www.thearmstronghotel.com 3836 E. Mulberry St. Hampton Inn www.fortcollinsramada.com Best Western Kiva Inn (970) 229-5927 (970) 484-2444 1620 Oakridge Dr. Residence Inn by Marriott 1638 E. Mulberry St. www.hamptoninn.com (970) 223-5700 www.bestwesternkivainn.com 1127 Oakridge Dr. Hilton Fort Collins www.marriott.com Best Western University Inn (970) 482-2626 (970) 484-1984 425 W. Prospect Rd. Sleep Inn 914 S. College Ave. www.hilton.com (970) 484-5515 www.bwui.com 3808 E. Mulberry St. See our ad on page 41 Hilton Garden Inn www.choicehotels.com (970) 225-2900 Cambria Suite 2821 E. Harmony Rd. Super 8 (970) 267-9000 www.hiltongardeninn.hilton.com (970) 493-7701 2921 E. Harmony Dr. 409 Centro Way www.cambriasuites.com Holiday Inn Express www.super8.com (970) 225-2200 1426 Oakridge Dr. www.HIExpress.com

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With the abundance of activity in Fort Collins, you may a cup of coffee while browsing books at Matter Books, need to take a break while exploring what the city has to a non-profit bookstore which shares its space with the offer. Whether you are in need of a quick caffeine pick- coffee shop. All coffee at the Bean Cycle is organic, fair me-up or looking for a place to relax and enjoy a drink trade and roasted on location, and the fruits and veg- or snack, Fort Collins has the right coffee shop for you. etables in the juices and smoothies are organic as well. e Bean Cycle also offers one of the largest selections of organic and vegan pastries in Fort Collins. e coffee shop and bookstore frequently have events like poetry slams and readings (schedules can be found at www.the- beancycle.com) and feature different artists’ work each month.

Déjà Vu Coffeehouse 646 S. College Ave. 970-221-3243 Déjà Vu is perhaps one of the most environmentally friendly coffee shops in Fort Collins, offering one of the largest organic options in town. eir Allegro coffee, fresh roasted coffee beans adriana lopez as well as the majority of their menu – which includes Alley Cat Café homemade soups and pastries from local bakeries – is 120 ½ W. Laurel St. completely organic. Local artists’ works rotate through 970-495-0123 the walls of Déjà Vu, so the environment is constantly Open 24 hours a day with free internet access, the Al- changing and eclectic. ley Cat Café is a fun place to relax, study or grab some coffee with friends. e Alley Cat has tea and coffee Everyday Joe’s drinks, breakfast, soups, salads, sandwiches, ice cream 144 S. Mason St. and smoothies. All coffee and espresso are fair trade and 970-224-4138 organic. e local Morning Fresh Dairy provides the Everyday Joe’s is a non-profit coffee shop where 95 Alley Cat its natural milk, which is free of preservatives, percent of the workers are volunteers. Buying a drink at artificial hormones and pesticides. Check out poetry Everyday Joe’s helps support the community; the shop night Mondays at 8 p.m. or open mic night on Saturday donates a percentage of each sale to organizations like from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Realities For Children, Food Bank of Larimer County and Habitat for Humanity. e coffee shop has live mu- The Bean Cycle sic on the weekends and Timberline Old Town Christian 144 S. College Ave. Church services on Sunday mornings. 970-221-2964 Family owned and operated by CSU alums Lesley and Penelope Brandt, the Bean Cycle is a great place to enjoy 42 La Dolce Vita Gelato Caffé 2555 S. Shields St. #B 970-472-1195 La Dolce Vita is the perfect place for those with a sweet tooth. In addition to breakfast, lunch, coffee and tea, La Dolce Vita offers gelato, an Italian ice cream. Flavors change daily, and in- clude classic chocolate, strawberry and vanilla to more exotic flavors like rose, mango and hazelnut. e ice cream is made at the shop and goes well with Lavazza, a coffee imported from Italy. e shop’s Web site says its goal is “to introduce and provide the most authen- tic Italian experience of gelato to the Northern Colorado area.”

Mugs Coffee Lounge 261 S. College Ave. 970-472-6847 With two Fort Collins locations, Mugs is a great place to relax or hang out with friends in a cozy, lounge-style environ- ment while enjoying a cup of coffee. In addition to coffee drinks and tea, Mugs has a wide variety of food options like sandwiches, wraps and their unique pita pizzas. All coffee is fair trade and organic.

Starry Night Coffee Co. 112 S. College Ave. 970-493-3039 Starry Night is the perfect place to stop for a drink while strolling through Old Town. e cozy coffee shop is located in a historic building and has a com- fortable ambience, complete with a fire- place. Starry Night is known for their home-made cakes, which are baked daily. e coffee shop also has many lunch items and vegetarian options. For art lovers, Starry Night features a differ- ent art show each month. 43 F ort C ollins D ining Staff Restaurant Picks in the Fort American Moot House, The 524 W. Laurel St. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill (970) 226-2121 www.cafebluebird.com & Bar 2626 S. College Ave. (970) 225-1041 www.themoothouse.com Egg & I 4306 S. College Ave. Comfortable dining in an old English set- (970) 223-5271 www.applebees.com ting. See our ad on page 48 2809 S. College Ave. (970) 223-8022 Austin’s Mountain Café 1112 Oakridge Dr. (970) 224-9691 (970) 493-9576 www.eggandirestaurants.com 100 W. Mountain Ave. 226 W. Mountain Ave. (970) 267-6532 Farmer’s Table 2815 E. Harmony Rd. Unit D Outback Steakhouse (970) 493-3249 www.austinsamericangrill.com (970) 229-0889 1035 S. Taft Hill Rd. In the heart of downtown. House 807 E. Harmony Rd. specialties include baby back ribs and www.outback.com McCoy’s Morning Glory applewood smoked rotisserie chicken. (970) 266-0302 See our ad on page 48 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and 1003 W. Horsetooth Rd. Spirits www.mccoysmorningglory.com Avogadro’s Number (970) 223-0111 (970) 493-5555 701 E. Harmony Rd. Silver Grill Café 605 S. Mason St. www.redrobin.com (970) 484-4656 www.avogadros.com 218 Walnut St. Ruby Tuesday www.silvergrill.com CB & Potts (970) 223-6299 (970) 221-1139 110 E. Boardwalk Dr. Waffle House, The 1415 W. Elizabeth www.rubytuesday.com (970) 221-0608 www.cbpotts.com 3850 E. Mulberry St. Steak Out Saloon Charco Broiler (970) 416-5989 Waffle House, The (970) 482-1472 152 W. Mountain Ave. (970) 490-1648 1716 E. Mulberry St. 616 S. College Ave. Thick, juicy steaks grilled to perfection! Stonehouse Grille www.wafflehouse.com See our ad on page 45 (970) 498-0873 125 South College Ave. Cajun Chili’s www.stonehousegrille.com Lucile’s (970) 223-2307 (970) 224-5464 3524 S. College Ave. Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon 400 S. Meldrum St. (970) 484-1600 www.luciles.com Dempsey’s 2716 E. Mulberry St. (970) 472-1552 www.sundancesteakhouse.com Chinese 160 West Oak St. China Palace Breakfast, lunch, dinner and more! Texas Roadhouse (970) 221-0448 See our ad on page 45 (970) 207-0006 117 S. College Ave. 4633 S. Timberline Rd. Ever Open Café www.texasroadhouse.com Hunan Chinese Restaurant (970) 221-3183 (970) 207-9000 1422 N. College Ave. BBQ 731 E. Harmony Rd. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 24 Brother Mel’s Southern BBQ hours. (970) 224-2833 Jasmine Garden 111 West Prospect #C (970) 223-6211 Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon See our ad on page 47 2721 S. College Ave. (970) 225-6284 100 W. Troutman Pkwy. Breakfast Taipan www.lonestar.com Café Bluebird (970) 472-1167 (970) 484-7755 144 N. Mason St. 44 CHARCO

Delis BROILER Back Country Provisions (970) 482-6913 Indian 140 N. College Ave. Taj Mahal www.backcountryprovisions.com (970) 493-1105 See our ad on page 46 148 W. Oak St.

Fiona’s European Delicatessen & Italian Catering Bisetti’s 50 Years in Business (970) 530-2120 (970) 493-0086 LUNCH & DINNER 1001 E. Harmony Rd. 120 S. College Ave. STEAKS • SEAFOOD • CHICKEN www.fionasdeli.com www.bisettis.com BURGERS • SANDWICHES Legendary Fort Collins restaurant since HOME MADE PIES & MORE Jason’s Deli 1979. (970) 204-9203 See our ad on page 47 BREAKFAST 1538 E. Harmony Rd. Mon - Fri 6:00 - 10:30am www.jasonsdeli.com Canino’s Sat 6:00 - 1:00 pm (970) 493-7205 PANCAKES • BISCUITS & GRAVY Pickle Barrel 613 S. College Ave. BACON & EGGS • FRITATAS (970) 484-0235 www.caninositalianrestaurant.com BREAKFAST BURRITOS 122 W. Laurel www.picklebarrelfc.com Carino’s Open Mon Sat. 6:00 am Sun. 11:00 am (970) 223-9455 4235 S. College Ave. 482-1482 www.carinos.com 1718 E. MULBERRY • FT. COLLINS, CO

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Breakfast Lunch, Dinner, and more! -wireless internet- Breakfast is Served until 3 PM Happy Happy Hour Hour 3-6pm Tues-Sat Full Bar Come and enjoy a Bloody Mary or Mimosa on the Patio Hours: Sun: 7 AM -3 PM Tues-Sat: 7 AM -10 PM 472 • 1552 Mon: Closed 160 West Oak Street Opening on Mondays soon 45 F ort C ollins D ining

Carrabba’s Italian Grill JeJu Japanese Restaurant (970) 493-6555 (970) 225-6800 (970) 416-7733 726 S. Lemay Ave. 1212 Oakridge Dr. 238 S. College Ave. www.carrabbas.com www.sushijeju.com Mexican The Armadillo Enzio’s Italian Kitchen Mt. Fuji Japanese Restaurant (970) 493-4440 (970) 484-8466 (970) 223-5228 354 Walnut St. 126 W. Mountain Ave. 4020 S. College Ave. www.enzios.com Café Mexicali Stop by genuine local flavor and a real Nimo’s Sushi Bar and Japanese (970) 266-9292 taste of Fort Collins. Restaurant 2925 S. College Ave. See our ad on page 48 (970) 221-1040 www.cafemexicali.com 1220 W. Elizabeth St. Olive Garden Consuelo’s (970) 225-3803 Suehiro Japanese Restaurant (970) 495-1031 3905 S. College Ave. (970) 482-3734 1401 W. Elizabeth St. www.theolivegarden.com 223 Linden St. El Burrito Panino’s Tokyo Bowl and Grill (970) 484-1102 (970) 498-8292 (970) 223-3388 402 Linden 310 W. Prospect 3640 S. Mason St. www.paninos.com www.tokyobowlandgrill.com La Luz Mexican Grill (970) 493-1129 Japanese Wok and Roll Teriyaki 200 E. Walnut Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse (970) 223-6555 (970) 267-9444 (970) 377-0812 2801 S. College Ave. 140 E. Boardwalk 1051 W. Horsetooth Rd. www.laluzgrill.com

Lupita’s Tamales (970) 484-8663 A Rocky Mountain 128 W. Laurel

Delicatessen Pobre Panchos Your outdoor sandwich specialists (970) 482-0895 Featuring only the finest imported meats & cheeses 1802 N. College Ave. Bring in this ad for a www.pobrepanchos.com FREE cookie or brownie! Rio Grande Open: Mon-Sat 10AM - 8PM • Sunday 10AM - 6PM (970) 224-5428 Summer Hours 7AM - 8PM 143 W. Mountain Ave. 140 N.College • Old Town Fort Collins • 482-6913 • Menu: www.backcountryprovisions.com www.riograndemexican.com

Tortilla Marissa’s (970) 225-9222 100% DINE-IN ALSALAM CARRY 2635 S. College Ave. www.tortillamarissas.com VEGETARIAN OUT ITEMS Restaurant Try our chili rellenos, fajitas and blue THE FINEST MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE IN TOWN! corn enchiladas. ALL FOOD MADE FRESH DAILY Chosen 1 of 10 See our ad on page 45 best restaurants Exotic Belly • Lamb Kabob • Lamb Shank • Beef Kabob • Hommos in Fort Collins Tres Margaritas Dancer Every • Chicken Kabob • Falafel (970) 225-3811 Other Saturday With purchase of 3400 S. College Ave. Price Regular Price Entree 1/2 Entree of equal or greater value Not valid with other offers EXPIRES 5/1/2008 822 South College Avenue • 484-3198 Traditional Middle Eastern floor seating

46 Middle Eastern Vietnamese Al Salam Restaurant Little Saigon Café (970) 484-3198 (970) 225-6630 822 S. College Ave. 3500 S. College Ave. Specializing in healthy foods including lamb, hummus and falafel. Fresh daily. Saigon Grill See our ad on page 46 (970) 416-9722 755 S. Lemay Ave. D3 Seafood Fish Young’s Café (970) 224-1188 (970) 223-8000 150 W. Oak 3307 S. College Ave. Restaurant, raw bar and market. www.youngscafe.com See our ad on page 47

Fiona’s European Delicatessen & Catering (970) 482-2219 181 N. College Ave. www.fionasdeli.com Vegetarian Rainbow, Ltd. (970) 221-2664 212 W. Laurel St.

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Best of CSU is a non-scientific survey Best Sandwich Pickle Barrel, 18th year conducted by the Rocky Mountain Col- Best Burrito Big City Burrito, 6th year legian, CSU’s student newspaper. The Best Breakfast Egg and I, 7th year results are then published in the Collegian Best Buffalo Wings Jim’s Wings, 10th year every October. These are the 2007 BEST Best Burger Red Robin, 7th year Best Italian Restaurant Bisetti’s, 11th year picks according to the CSU community, Best Mexican Restaurant Café Mexicali which includes students, staff and faculty Best Bagel Shop Gib’s NY Bagles, 4th year members. Best Asian Restaurant Suehiros, 4th year Best other Ethnic Huhot Best Smoothie/Juice bar Ma’s, 2nd year Best Sports Bar CB and Potts, 3rd year Best Pub/Bar Lucky Joes, 3rd year Best Margarita Rio Grande, 12th year Bar with best Beer Selection Old Chicago, 12th year Best Romantic Restaurant Melting Pot Best Pizza Pizza Casbah, 5th year Best Coffee/expresso Starbucks Best Vegetarian Rainbow, 7th year Best Ice Cream Walrus, 11th year

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