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Caitlyn Olson | caitlyn.olson@citylifestyle.com

LIFESTYLE LETTER

Arts + Makers Issue We are all drawn to various expressions of art in different ways, and we tend to appreciate artistic expression that makes us feel something, and that resonates with us. Though each unique and distinct to their craft, all Greeley artists and creatives have one thing in common: a desire to share their passions with others. Our February issue is dedicated to showcasing local makers and artists in our area. This edition will share a bit about those in our community who are doing what they love -- from photographers, designers, cut paper creatives, muralists, hat makers, and barbers. As you read about a few local artisans in our community and their stories of passion and self-expression, we hope you are inspired to pursue what you love. After all, February is the month of love. With the hectic schedules we often keep, it is easy to let our hobbies, talents, and special interests fall by the wayside. We have to be deliberate about allowing ourselves time to pour into interests that we love. In this issue, we hope you see the various ways people in our community are pouring into the interests that bring them life, passion, and joy. From Trent Johnson, Greeley's finest hat maker, to Armando Silva, Greeley's vibrant muralist, or Hugo Corral, Greeley's finest barber, and more, this edition will give you a front row seat into the creativity and passion that these artists tap into when they create, always for the benefit of the ones they love -- our Greeley community. So, while you fill your home with chocolates, flowers, and valentines (and perhaps college basketball) this month, remember to give yourself some time to do what you love. Find what makes you feel alive, and don’t forget to share it with us. And while you are at it, don’t forget to support our local makers and artists right here in our community. As always, thanks for reading and we’ll see you around town! Sincerely,

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16 Putting Hats on Heads of State with a Hometown Feel

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Hometown Hero

Trend Setter

Artist’s Palette

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Local Limelight

Fashion Forward

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Greeley Hat Works makes it big on the World Stage, stays committed to its Roots

20 Storytelling, Connection, & the Beauty of Humanity Shel Francis Creative seeks inclusion in the world of photography

24 Not Your Grandma’s Orchestra

Greeley’s 110-year-old orchestra stays relevant as a pillar in the community

28 Bringing Color to the Community

Armando Silva creates art that brings inspiration to those in Greeley and beyond

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Trent Johnson's 26th Anniversary Owning Greeley Hat Works

This year officially marks the 26th Anniversary of Hatmaker, Trent Johnson, owning Greeley Hat Works. Trent Johnson has made hats for famous individuals like George W. Bush, Aerosmith, Aaron Rogers, Kevin Costner, Taylor Sheridan, and many more. As an Official Sponsor of Miss Rodeo America, Greeley Hat Works is proud to build custom hats for contestants every year. Especially the new Miss Rodeo America and Colorado's very own, Hailey Frederickson.

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When two brothers founded what is now Greeley Hat Works in 1909, they could not have imagined that their company’s hats would someday be worn all over the world. As only the fourth hat maker and owner of Greeley Hat Works, Trent Johnson has put the business on a national and global stage while staying rooted in the Greeley community. Johnson has always loved hats. On vacation to Epcot Center as a child he brought home hats from every country, rather than the typical souvenirs. “I didn’t choose the hat life. The hat life chose me,” Johnson says of his vocation. CONTINUED >

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Johnson apprenticed at Greeley Hat Works for 3.5 years while attending The University of Northern Colorado, then bought the business after graduating in 1995. When Johnson bought the company, they made 120 hats a year. Now, the enterprise fills over 6,000 orders annually. Sustainable growth is important to Johnson, “The two things that have helped us grow are our commitment to quality and our customer service. If you scale too fast, those are the first things to go.” That commitment to keeping a small business feel has brought Greeley Hat Works to the attention of a wide range of clients. In 2002, Johnson had the opportunity to build a hat for President George W. Bush. The President then asked Johnson to build hats as gifts for foreign dignitaries, including President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. Johnson and his team have built hats for celebrities, politicians, movies, and TV shows. Few of their clients include Jimmy Fallon, Pink, Toby Keith, Arnold Schwarzenagger, Aaron Rogers, and the cast of the popular TV series Yellowstone. Greeley Hat Works creations are literally worn all over the world. However, that hasn’t changed Johnson’s passion for his Colorado roots. “Yes, we build hats for movies and famous people, but the cattlemen and women—they are our bread and butter. The sweat in their hats is their badge of honor in feeding America and the world.” The craft of hat-making hasn’t changed much over the last 100 years; machines purchased by the founders in 1909 are still in use at the shop. But Johnson loves more than the technical, multi-step process of custom hat-making, which involves measuring, material and style selection, and shaping. “My favorite part of the process is working with the customer as a designer. The most important thing about being a designer is being a good listener,” Johnson commented. He takes pains to understand the client’s needs, style, and face shape to design the perfect hat. “I don’t just build hats. I build dreams.” From presidents to ranchers and everyone in between, Greeley Hat Works creates personalized hats for people worldwide, delivered with a smalltown feel.

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Although she has participated in many meaningful shoots, Perez notes two that reaffirmed her love for photography and spoke to the way she incorporates storytelling and amplifying hidden stories in her work. The first shoot, ‘Emerge’, occurred at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and helped Perez reconnect to her roots. In the darker moments of 2020, she looked to photography as her mode of healing. “I wanted to create a shoot that evoked the push and pull of life, and I wanted it to be heavy and as lost as I felt.” At the conclusion of the shoot, Perez explains, “It was a total cathartic session, and it sparked a newer age of expressing myself.” ‘Emerge’ reminded Perez why she got into her line of work to begin with – to self-express and shed a piece of herself. “That shoot catapulted me forward into a lot of new opportunities.” Perez felt rejuvenated to continue seeking out this expression and telling visual stories to share pieces of humanity. The second photoshoot that deeply impacted her career, Dear Dearfield, took place in the relatively unfamiliar town of Dearfield, Colorado. Dearfield was the largest black homesteading settlement in Colorado during the early 1900’s. During 2021’s Black History Month, Perez launched this shoot and explained, “Creating imagery at Dearfield was about building awareness of an important piece of our history in Northern Colorado.” Shedding light on the work the Black American West Museum is doing to raise funds for Dearfield’s preservation, she spoke with people about the community’s history to pique interest in donating, and to continue sharing this piece of Colorado history. Emboldening her passion for diversity and humanity, she says, “encouraged me to keep trying to make an impact, even if it’s small, because it truly does make a difference.” Outside her personal work, Shelby is a versatile photographer who specializes in photographing people throughout their life experiences. She also works full time for Prosci, helping to shape their visual brand through her photography and videography work. For Perez, working as a professional photographer is a way to focus on redefining what it means to be a creative in the 21st century. While creating meaningful imagery, she seeks to make a difference and celebrate humanity, one photoshoot at a time.

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Not Your Grandma’s Orchestra GREELEY’S 110-YEAR-OLD ORCHESTRA STAYS RELEVANT AS A PILLAR IN THE COMMUNITY

ARTICLE BY BETHANY WILEY, MPH, RYT

Nick Kenny, Chief Executive Officer

The Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO) has played an integral role in shaping Greeley into the unique community you know and love – from 1911 to today. One might wonder how a 110-year-old orchestra has continued to draw crowds while staying relevant in the 21st century. Perhaps it’s the influence of the leadership of youthfully energetic Nick Kenny, Chief Executive Officer, and his partnership with Music Director, Lowell Graham. While in his master’s program at UNC in 2011, Kenny, now 33, looks back at what he calls his quarter-life crisis. He left graduate school to build himself a stormtrooper costume, design costumes and props for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, work in the commercial field in Los Angeles, and create at a practical effects studio. “It wasn’t very fulfilling because it was warehouse work, and I’m a very social person,” said Kenny. Seeking more, he returned to the two places he feels most at home: Greeley and music. CONTINUED >

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“We’re going to be telling our past, and we’re going to be creating our future. I hope people want to be a part of that. I’m really excited about where we’re taking this orchestra. It’s not your grandma’s orchestra anymore.” — Nick Kenny

When Kenny returned to Greeley to complete his Master of Music Education degree at UNC, he began working for the GPO as an administrative assistant. “I really fell in love with putting on events, getting to know donors, and becoming connected in the community.” Promoted to Executive Director in 2017, Kenny found the place where he thrives in connecting with others. “The GPO is not just an orchestra anymore - It’s a community builder that brings people together from different walks of life and hopefully eliminates some of the barriers that have built up over the past decades. I have a vision for a better world, a better community,” said Kenny. Kenny believes one of his greatest accomplishments in leading the GPO was recruiting Music Director Lowell Graham. When Kenny was an undergraduate student, he joined an inter-collegiate honor college band where Graham was the Music Director. Kenny said it was a turning point for his musical career. “He [Graham] was so inspirational and challenged us so much. It was the best musical experience of my life. If it hadn’t been for him, I don’t know where I’d be right now,” said Kenny. Graham is a Greeley native whose credits include, United States Airforce Colonel, conducting ensembles in numerous

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orchestras worldwide, and holding the title of Professor of Music at The University of Texas at El Paso. Even after being away for 50 years, Graham considers Greeley his home. He said it was an easy decision to accept the role as GPOs Music Director, adding that the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra is “Greeley’s treasure.” As a highly talented and award-winning Music Director, Graham was a rare catch for the GPO. “Who loves Greeley more than Lowell Graham who hasn’t lived here in 50 years? You’re never going to find that. We could do a thousand searches, and we’d never find a candidate like Lowell,” said Kenny. With a laugh, Kenny added, “His spirit matches mine. He’s 71 years old, and he has just as much energy as I do.” Kenny and Graham are leading the orchestra with energy and enthusiasm, creating an experience that is entertaining, inviting, and fun, while bringing people together to celebrate our culture. Kenny explains, “We’re going to be telling our past, and we’re going to be creating our future. I hope people want to be a part of that.” The GPO hopes to eliminate the stigma that you must wear a suit or tux to enjoy the orchestra. Kenny said it’s no longer like that, “I’m really excited about where we’re taking this orchestra. It’s not your grandma’s orchestra anymore.”

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Born in Sombrerete, Zacatecas, Mexico, Armando Silva has spent his life inspiring communities through art. Though most of his life has been spent in Colorado, moving to Milliken, CO, at the young age of five, Silva’s deeply held roots in his Mexican heritage greatly influence his artistic expression. Simple traditions, such as spending summers in Mexico or speaking Spanish at home have helped Silva stay connected to his roots. Since Silva’s family moved to Northern Colorado to pursue the “American Dream,” Silva has given the gift of art, culture, and community to thousands in Greeley and beyond. Living in Colorado as a native Spanish speaker, art began as a necessary resource for Silva; it was a way to communicate and express himself when language wasn’t an option. “My passion for the arts is secondary for it being a necessity or a tool,” Armando explained. “I’ve always used drawing and dancing as a way to participate from a very young age, and I leveraged that into a way of expression.” The necessity of art turned into his passion and transformed him into the artist he is today. While attending college at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) for business, Silva often found himself distracted by drawing, eventually changing his major to Fine Arts with an emphasis in Painting. After graduating, his Alma Mater commissioned him to create the Bear mural that still resides inside the Campus Recreation Center at UNC. His vibrant mural of Albert Einstein, on 9th Avenue and 7th Street, was one of his first murals for the Greeley community at large. Silva believes that his large-scale mural installations help “Give communities a sense of representation, pride and access to the arts in a way that is authentic and unique to the locality,” as evidenced by his countless murals completed for the Greeley community. Silva has a unique gift for bringing art to communities that might not have been able to experience it otherwise. CONTINUED >

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“Community is what we actively participate in, what ends up being on the front burner of our lives, which becomes what you subscribe to and what you show up to. It’s a resource”

Though Silva doesn’t necessarily claim these murals as his own, he asserts, “They aren’t necessarily mine; they belong to everybody, but nobody really owns them, in a way.” Silva’s passion for art doesn’t end with drawing and painting. He also expresses himself through dance and co-directs the Colorado Dance Collective, a non-profit adult dance company. He believes that like many other styles of art, dance allows him to be creative, expressive, and authentic. “Half the reason I draw and paint is because I was first a dancer.” Silva incorporates dancing into his work, culminating in what he calls “Live Art.” In a matter of minutes, Silva can create vivid and detailed paintings that evoke emotion and tell a story, all accompanied by a passionate and engaging performance. The Denver Broncos commissioned Silva on multiple occasions to perform and create Live Art, as well as

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prominent business, nonprofits, and individuals across the state. Silva has inspired thousands through his artistic ability and engaging spirit, paired with his deeply held passion for people and community. Silva believes communities are not tied to zip codes or neighborhoods but where individuals choose to engage with one another. He demonstrates what it truly means to be a part of a community, how to engage in it, and uses his work to help others navigate the world in which we live. “Community is what we actively participate in, what ends up being the front burner of our lives, which becomes what you subscribe to and what you show up to,” Armando said. “It’s a resource.” Silva believes that the magic of art is the utilization of resources to create and imagine. He recognizes that the resources he has now are different from the resources he would have access to elsewhere. His long summers spent in Mexico as a child

helped him understand what it means to have access to resources and how they fluctuate based on your surroundings and circumstances. Because of that, Silva sees his art as a superpower of sorts, and like Spiderman, believes that “with great power comes great responsibility.” Silva uses his platform to lead, educate, and give back to the community. Silva shares the resources and spaces he has access to now through his murals, live performances, or paintings to provide people a platform to experience art. Silva has been recognized across the state for his many talents and contributions to communities, even being awarded the Governor’s Creative Leadership Award from Colorado Creative Industries. Though it’s not recognition, but his passion for expression, gratitude, heritage, and love for art drives Silva to continue giving the gift of art, culture, and community to those around him.

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A LOCAL ARTIST’S JOURNEY TURNING CUT PAPER INTO HEALING

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Cultivating her natural ability for creativity and introspection from a young age, artist Katie Mai-Fusco has made a career out of her unique craft, cutting paper, healing herself and others in the process. Mai-Fusco first began to layer paper on her otherwise 2-D creations while pursuing an art degree at the University of Northern Colorado. “The art of cutting paper really connected to my methodical mind, and over the years, has become my method of healing,” she explains. It has been a primary goal throughout her career to incorporate healing modalities into her art, and Mai-Fusco’s first ever installation brought that passion to life. After living in Brooklyn, NY to attend the Pratt Institute, Mai-Fusco says, “I needed to reconnect with nature.” After returning to Northern Colorado, she spent nearly every day by the Poudre River praying, meditating, recording the sounds of the water, and photographing the reflections in it -- all of which culminated into her first installation “Amity.”

At her second installation, titled “Her Accord,” Mai-Fusco experienced firsthand the healing power of her work. Mai-Fusco tells the story of an encounter she had with a gentleman in her installation who was sitting on a bench, weeping. As Mai-Fusco approached the gentleman, he shared with her his being diagnosed with cancer for the second time that day. He said, “I really needed this space today. It has been really healing.” Today, while still prioritizing installations and commissions, MaiFusco works at the Larimer County Boys and Girls Club as the SocialEmotional Learning Coordinator. In this role, Mai-Fusco hopes to incorporate Art Therapy practices to “heal kids in the same way it did for me as a kid.” Soon, Mai-Fusco’s work will be on display for all to see at the Children’s Museum in Denver. MaiFusco’s career has painted a clear picture of Art as Healing and will undoubtedly continue to do so for years to come.

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KEEPING GREELEY HANDSOME Hugo Corral’s dream of becoming a barber and commitment to keep Greeley handsome

ARTICLE BY CHRISTI NORRIS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADALYN SINCLAIR

From a young age, Hugo Corral knew that he wanted to own his own barbershop. His childhood babysitter owned a hair salon and was instrumental in influencing Hugo’s desire to be a barber. Hugo recalls that “At the time I didn’t really know the “why,” but I was in love with the culture of it. The barbershop for me, has always been a safe zone. Almost as if it paused life’s problems.” Hugo moved to Greeley at the age of 14 and felt stubborn, lost, and confused. “Greeley took me in like it knew me all along,” Hugo said. “I owe everything to this city.” Hugo’s Barber Shop was founded on March 2, 2010, and has become a way for Hugo and his team of barbers to create art through cutting hair. “I believe that we are all artists in our own way, but some artists fully acknowledge how great they can be and don’t take shortcuts.” Hugo continues, “Cutting hair is an art beyond what the eye can see. We have some clients that just sit down and at times don’t even tell the barber what they want; they trust in the artist,” Hugo explains. With every canvas being uniquely different, each of Hugo’s barbers create art that is individualized for every client they serve. In the last ten years, Hugo’s has worked to follow its shop motto and “keep Greeley handsome” through the art Hugo and his team create as barbers. CONTINUED >

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Beyond the pure artistry that Hugo’s Barber Shop brings to Greeley, Hugo has spent the last decade taking people in and making them feel as though they belong -- the same way Greeley did for him at the young age of 14. Hugo’s Barber Shop has allowed Hugo and his team to grow alongside their clients in Greeley. Hugo Hugo shares, “My favorite part of having Hugo’s is growing old with our clients. I know everyone, and they know me, and I absolutely love the people of Greeley.” The significant and positive impact that Greeley has left on Hugo inspired him to use his business to give back to the Greeley community. Whether getting involved in local nonprofits or managing youth baseball teams, Hugo is always seeking more ways to give back to the city he loves.

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Greeley may be humble at heart, but our arts scene is anything but reserved. This is a city of artistic vibrancy and optimism, where every street is a public art space, and artists of every medium can make their voices heard. Our Creative District houses all worlds of galleries, sculptures and street art, while venues like UCCC and Moxi Theater host diverse performances, from traditional dance troupes and orchestras to acid jazz outfits and heavy metal mariachi bands. No matter your artistic sensibility, you’ll find a new lens for viewing the world here.

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Greeley Mural Tour 6 MURALS YOU CAN’T MISS WHILE EXPLORING THE LOCAL ART SCENE Greeley is a city full of beauty…and colorful outdoor art! Get out and explore Greeley’s great art scene to appreciate all of the talented artists and muralists that we have in our community. This Mural Tour around Greeley spans just under 2 miles, and can be expected to take approximately 45 minutes to complete, depending on pace. This tour includes several of downtown Greeley’s most standout pieces, numbered from 1 to 6 for maximum efficiency. Along the way, you’ll experience the small details that make Greeley so great. During the tour, you can expect to get a glimpse into the local art scene, and into the true culture of Greeley. Talk about something special.

In The Middle of Difficulty Lies Opportunity by Armando Silva and Zack Kiess. Located on the corner of 9th Avenue and 7th Street, on the West wall.

Got That Swing by Susan Nelson. Located in Greeley’s Art Alley, off 9th Avenue between 8th Street and 9th Street.

Mariachi Mural by Alex Paozols. Located in the same Art Alley as “Got That Swing”, off 9th Avenue between 8th Street and 9th Street.

Apartments at Maddie Mural at The Eliot by Betony Coons. Located at 1521 8th Avenue, on the North wall.

Home by Armando Silva. Located at 1535 8th Avenue, on the South wall.

World and Whale by Betony Coons. Located at 709 16th Street. Atlas Theater, on the West wall.

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GREELEY’S MOST TRUSTED JEWELER FOR GENERATIONS PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

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T H E A RT O F C US T OM J E W E LRY DESIGN In the early 20th century, the Weiss family became a trusted name for quality, custom-made jewelry in Greeley. Today, Scott and Alex Rettmer, 4th and 5th generation owners of Weiss Jewelers, have upheld the long-standing tradition that the Weiss family began as a business that Greeley can trust and a family that celebrates life’s big moments with you. Scott and Alex say, “As customers walk through the doors of Weiss Jewelers, they become a part of the family.” This tradition, however, is a long standing one. The Rettmers have customers walk through their doors whose great grandmother, grandmother, and mother alike have purchased their wedding rings at Weiss Jewelers. Generations of families continue to return to Weiss Jewelers because of the trusted name that it carries in the community and the opportunities for custom-made pieces. Even the familial celebrations that accompany every special purchase, at times, includes the perfect bottle of Dom Perignon or Bourbon from Scott and Alex’s eclectic collection. Alex states, “As large as Greeley has become, our business brings Greeley back to its roots -- good people, better service.” While most people know that Weiss Jewelers is a name they can trust, few people realize its reach. Since 2019 when Scott and Alex purchased the business from the Weiss family, they have worked to innovate to meet the needs of new and old customers alike. Today, not only does Weiss continue its long-standing tradition of custom-made, unique, and one-of-a-kind pieces; they also have a magnificent estate selection

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and one of the largest Rolex watch collections in Colorado. Further, customers can bring in jewelry they have to either repurpose it or create something entirely new. “You can make a pendant, combine two heirloom pieces to make one you love or make old pieces like new.” But beyond innovative services and uniquely crafted items, it is pivotal to the Rettmers that the generational traditions withstand the test of time. Alex states, “We want to make custom pieces that endure, the same way we have for the last 106 years.” Nearly every day, the Rettmers create a custom piece of jewelry or engagement ring that families can treasure for the next century. The art that is custom jewelry design goes untouched by any other family name in Greeley. The Rettmers hope to continue the long-standing legacy of designing custom made pieces, introducing innovative new markets, and prioritizing their one-of-a-kind heirloom collection to continue to help you celebrate all of life’s big moments.

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Mad Ethnic. Apparel Empowering the next generation of women through apparel and inclusion in the great outdoors ARTICLE BY CAITLYN OLSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARLEE ESCOBAR

“I believe being in touch with the natural world is the best way to also be in touch with yourself.” Karlee Escobar, founder and designer for Mad Ethnic. apparel has always had a love for the outdoors. However, as a young woman of color, Escobar began to notice that the large outdoor retailers didn’t have designs that suited her, nor did she see women that looked like her wearing their products. “It didn’t take long to understand that many people don’t feel welcome in outdoor spaces.” Escobar wanted to change that.

“At Mad Ethnic., we stand behind the idea that you must create the art you want to see in the world.” Beginning her apparel line and encouraging women to get outdoors, Escobar began to witness her peers “realize they are just as much a part of the natural world as the flowers and the streams.” Escobar wants to make an impact that works to empower women in the outdoor apparel industry and wants “women of color to know that those mountains in the distance are for them, and they always have been.” CONTINUED >

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Peake Wellness Center's Moms Who Hustle Expo

PEAKE WELLN ES S CEN TER | 6 :0 0 P M Are you a mom with a side hustle? Then join the Peake Wellness team at their Moms Who Hustle event from 6:00-8:00 p.m. This will be an opportunity for all moms to showcase their talents by hosting a table with all of your goods and info about you. We’ll bring in the community to hopefully increase your sphere of influence.

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Sled Hockey Expo

GREELEY ICE HAUS | 1:45 PM Experience the 2022 Winter Olympics at the Greeley Ice Haus and come try sled hockey! All ages are welcome to check out how to play hockey on the ice in a sled. Basic instruction and equipment provided. 1:45-3 p.m: Try sled hockey/skills competition; 3:30-4:45 p.m: Sled Hockey Exhibition Game. Get more details at greeleyicehaus.com

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Stages West Trunk Show

9:00 AM Join Greeley HatWorks on either February 11th, 9AM - 10PM or February 12th, 9AM - 10PM, for Stages West Trunk Show! Visit Stages West and get the full experience with Master Hatter, Trent Johnson as he performs hat fittings, shaping, consultations and more! Book an appointment here: https://outlook.office365.com/ owa/calendar/StagesWest2@stageswest.com/bookings/.

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Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra Concert

U NION COLON Y CIVIC CEN TE R | 7 :30 P M Join the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra for their concert 'Celebrating Diversity: A Symphonic Journey' commemorating Black History Month with what many consider as America’s true musical art form: Jazz. The GPO is excited to partner with members of UNC’s own Lab 1 Big Band to perform songs by one of America’s greatest composers and artists - Duke Ellington. Purchase your tickets, starting at $25, at ucstars.showare.com .

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UNC Men's Basketball Valentines Game

BAN K OF COLORADO AREN A | 6 :0 0 P M Spoil your significant other this Valentine' Day with the UNC Men's basketball team as they take on Southern Utah. What better way to enjoy this romantic day than with dinner and a night out with your favorite men's basketball team on Monday night at 6:00 p.m.! Get your tickets today at tickets.unco.edu .

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Sexy Sammie's hosts event to benefit Life Stories

SEXY SAMMIES CHICKEN SAN DWI C H E S & T E NDE R S | 1 2:0 0 P M Stop by Sexy Sammie’s on Thursday, February 17th to support Life Stories! 15% of all sales that day will be donated back to Life Stories, helping them give a voice to children who have been abused or neglected in Weld County. Sexy Sammie’s is at 4318 West 9th Street Road, Greeley. No flyer needed. For more information go to lifestoriesweld.org/events.

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New Greeley History Museum Exhibit Opens

GRE ELE Y H ISTORY MUS EUM | 10 : 0 0 AM Brand new Greeley History Museum Exhibit: Black and White in Black in White: Images of Dignity, Hope and Diversity in America, opens today! Stop by to see

the new installation anytime between Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit GreeleyMuseums.com for details.

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Sweet Be Wellness Drip Therapy

SWE ET BE WELLN ES S | 1:00 PM The third Friday of every month the DripBar Ft. Collins will be at Sweet Be Wellness from 1-6pm providing IV Drip Therapy. Call Sweet Be Wellness to reserve your spot 970-451-5512. Visit https://thedripbar.com/locations/ fort-collins-colorado/ to view a menu of IV drips available. First Drip is always 50% off! Plus, get a FREE B12 shot! F E BRUA RY 1 9 T H

Winter Farmer's Market

ZOE'S CAFE AND EVENTS | 9:00 AM Greeley's Winter Farmers' Market takes place on the first and third Saturdays of the month, November through mid-May. Community members can shop for local food and products from 9 a.m. to noon. This season features a great lineup of vendors. Shoppers will enjoy hardy root crops, winter squash, greenhouse-grown produce, locally raised meat, fresh bread, coffee, honey, savory spices, and more.

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