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Located west of Greeley, Tigges Family Farm represents the very best of NoCo’s agricultural heritage — a place where multi-generational traditions are celebrated every autumn.

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HARVEST FUN

Check out our group of autumn-themed recreation options over the next months, and enjoy what they have to offer!

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“German heritage is still woven into our community and is reflected in the traditions we celebrate at this event, from steins and schnitzel to polka music and dancing.”

FALL BREWS

As more teahouses and cafés open along the Front Range, maybe it’s time to try somewhere new and support local to kick off the cozy season. Here are a few local tea and coffee spots to check out for their seasonal flavors.

FALL TREATS

Local bakeries, donut shops and ice cream stops are whipping up special recipes to offer these type of flavors and kick off fall’s shorter days. Here’s our go-to list for a few favorite seasonal cravings.

Plan ahead for these events happening across Northern Colorado in September.

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Photographer Julie Buderus captured her family at Tigges Farm. Courtesy/Julie Buderus.

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Tigges A Harvest of Memories Family in Weld County Farm: BY JULIE KAILUS

or decades, fall in Northern Colorado hasn’t quite felt official until the unmistakable, rich aroma of roasting chiles fills the air and fields of bright orange transform the landscape at Tigges Family Farm (tiggesfarmllc.com). Located west of Greeley, this beloved Weld County landmark represents the very best of NoCo’s agricultural heritage — a place where multi-generational traditions are born and celebrated every autumn. Co-managed by Tigges siblings, brother Ken Tigges and sisters Kathy Rickart and Gale Loeffler, the farm is far more than a produce stand. It’s a seasonal sanctuary for families seeking U-pick pumpkins, fresh local crops, and authentic farmstyle fun.

Community First: Events from the Heart

What makes a trip to Tigges Farm so special isn’t just the harvest; it’s the genuine hospitality. Brother Ken Tigges, Rickart, and Loeffler personally sponsor and

cover the costs out of their own pockets for many of the farm’s most cherished fall attractions. When visitors hop aboard the Conestoga wagon ride, delight in the petting zoo, marvel at the raptors, or cuddle the bunnies, they

A basketfull of harvest vegetables at Tigges Family Farm. Courtesy/Tigges Family Farm & VisitGreeley.com

enjoy experiences given directly as a gift from the family to the community they love. That philosophy, Rickart explains, traces back to lessons learned as kids in 4-H. “All three of us learned as members that community pride projects of the club were meaningful ways to be good neighbors,” she says. “If free admission means a family can have a day together without budget worries, we are glad. If we were doing this for the revenue stream, we would have had to call it quits a long time ago.”

Roots Planted in 1935

The farm’s story began with grandmother, Lucy Tigges, who used an inheritance to purchase the land. In December 1935, the family moved onto the properTigges Farm is family fun time at its best. Jen Coet, Jen Coet Photography.

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ty during blizzard conditions, arriving at a house stripped of its major appliances and no heat. They stayed anyway. Tigges’ husband went on to help develop the irrigation ditches essential to farming in Weld County, serving as president of the Whitney Ditch Irrigation Company — a role later held by Rickart’s father and eventually her brother Ken. Over the generations, the fields have grown potatoes, alfalfa, sugar beets, a locally developed hybrid seed corn called “Triple T,” and now alfalfa, chile, and pumpkins. The farm also once operated as a dairy and raised generations of 4-H animals, including sheep, cattle, swine, rabbits, and chickens.

Preserving “Family Time”

Ask Rickart what she’s worked hardest to preserve for today’s visitors, and she doesn’t hesitate: simple togetherness. “We didn’t need artificial entertainment,” she says. “We created entertainment from digging holes in the dirt or walking down the lane picking buttercups.” The farm’s produce stand and gift shop once housed the family’s 4-H club meetings, and Rickart says it still feels that way. “It is kind of like old home week at the stand,” she says, “but mynocomagazine.com

instead of fellow 4-H members gathering, we get hugs from return customers.”

Becoming a Destination

ily Farm remains exactly what it’s always been. “We will never be big,” Rickart says. “We will always be just that — small.” And sacred.

Top left: Rickart’s grandniece Avigail Allen, age 2, on Tigges Farm. Courtesy/Tigges Family. Top right: Photographer Julie Buderus captured her family at Tigges Farm. Courtesy/Julie Buderus.

Somewhere along the way, a simple wagon ride grew into a regional tradition. Rickart recalls the moment it became clear: when longtime visitors began returning as grandparents. “We have our family picture taken here every year around the same day,” one customer told her. “Some years we are in shirt sleeves, some years in stocking caps.” Hearing the farm described as a true “destination,” Rickart says, “filled my heart with joy.”

Weathering Tough Seasons

That commitment has been tested. During the pandemic, the family chose not to plant pumpkins for customer safety, relying solely on chile roasting to stay afloat. This year, drought forced another hard call: skipping the full pumpkin field due to water scarcity, keeping only a limited drip-irrigated crop. “We know the decision will hurt us revenue-wise,” Rickart says, “but it’s the responsible thing to do.” Small, family-run, and rooted in generosity — Tigges FamSEPTEMBER 2026

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Harvest Fun

Fall has arrived in Northern Colorado, bringing with it pumpkins, mazes, rides and special events

Lincoln Gallery

429 North Lincoln Ave., Loveland | (970) 663-2407 lincolngallery.com Member art league gallery and exhibits, noon - 6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. The Thompson Valley Art League is proud to present the works of more than 50 of its exhibiting members, displaying a wide selection of art during its Artist Studio Tour on Oct. 10-11 and 17-18. On top of that, the organization is featuring a number of other events including some outrageous creations during the Re: Fashion Trash Fashion Show and an opening reception to meet the artists on Friday, Oct. 9. Check out more information at www.lovelandcreates.org/ tour-schedule.

Anderson Farms

6728 County Road 3 1/4, Erie | (303) 828-5210 | andersonfarms.com Dates and times vary. Check the website for more information. Anderson Farms boasts being Colorado’s largest fall family entertainment destination, highlighted by its Fall Festival. Get lost in the 25-acre corn maze. Take a tractor-drawn wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and pick from over 100 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds. Experience the ultimate fall playground with their barrel train, trike track, jump pads, tire mountain, combine slide, paintball galleries, a brand-new low ropes course, and much more. Don’t miss a moment — grab a season pass and enjoy both summer and fall at Anderson Farms! After dark, check out Terror in the Corn, rated the No. 1 1 haunted attraction in Colorado. Tickets sell out fast, so get yours now!

Loveland Choral Society

P.O. Box 1981 lovelandchoralsociety.org/current-season 6:30-9 p.m. Sept. 25 | $50 admission (see website for more) The Loveland Choral Society is a nonprofit community choir in Northern Colorado that entertains and engages audiences through diverse musical performances and theatrical programs. Here is your chance to fall In love with LCS – A one-night-only event featuring a musical program that honors the season and the love we have for the arts. This special event will be held at the newly restored Pulliam Community Building (545 Cleveland Ave.) in downtown Loveland.

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Centennial Village Museum

1475 A Street, Greeley | (970) 350-9220 GreeleyMuseums.com | Howl-O-Ween Trick-or-treat, 2-6 p.m., Oct. 17-18 | Adults 18-59 $8, Children 7-17 $6, Children 6-under and seniors 60-over, free. Family passes (3-5 people) also available for $20. Experience history firsthand in Greeley’s 8-acre living history village — featuring 35 historic buildings and costumed interpreters who bring Weld County’s past to life. Pull out your capes, crowns, fairy wings, fuzzy ears and spooky smiles for this year’s Howl-O-Ween Trick-or-treat at Centennial Village Museum! Trick-or-treat through the Village collecting treats, discover festive surprises around every corner and enjoy hands-on fall crafts and activities. Climb aboard a wagon ride (weather permitting) and make memories with your favorite little monsters, superheroes and storybook characters. Whether your costume is silly, spooky, sparkly or spectacular, Howl-O-Ween is the can’t-miss family tradition that makes autumn even more magical.

Spooky’s Pumpkin Patch NEW LOCATION!

4305 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins | (970) 388-7625 spookyspumpkinpatch.com Open 2-8 p.m. daily from Sept. 21-Oct. 31 Lookin’ for a pumpkin? Spooky’s has all manner of fall decor, including pumpkins grown specifically for Jack-O-Lanterns as well as Blue, Cinderella, White and Mini pumpkins. Spooky’s also has gourds, straw bales, carving kits and tools, cornstalks, candles and more. Spooky’s Pumpkin Patch prides itself on having a very large supply of pumpkins in many different sizes to accommodate any household budget. Whether you are purchasing a single pumpkin for your grandson’s first Halloween, or in need of many pumpkins for your next office or group carving party, Spooky’s has what you’re looking for!

Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch

9059 Ute Hwy, Longmont | (303) 684-0087 rockymtnpumpkinranch.com/fall-festival -pumpkin-patch See website for hours and special events. Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch is a family-friendly fall destination offering free admission, farm-fresh pumpkins, seasonal treats, and festive autumn fun for all ages. Enjoy picture-perfect fall photo ops and colorful displays of their Certified Organic pumpkins, squash and gourds. Families can explore the farm, enjoy seasonal treats and make lasting fall memories together. On Saturdays and Sundays in October, the farm comes alive with the Fall Festival Carnival, featuring kiddie carnival rides, animal encounters, games, hands-on activities, face painting, food trucks, and a full day of family fun.

Immanuel Lutheran Church and School

4650 Sunview Dr., Loveland | (970) 667-4506 immanuelloveland.org Immanuel Lutheran Church & School is a Christ-centered community dedicated to transforming lives by loving, learning, and living in Jesus, while providing Christ-centered education for students from toddlers through high school. Immanuel has scheduled a Family Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat event at the church from 5 - 7 p.m. on Oct. 28. On Nov. 2 the school is set to host Discover Immanuel Day and Kindergarten Preview Day from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The Greeley Chorale

P.O. Box 336848, Greeley | www.greeleychorale.org The Greeley Chorale is a 100-person, audition-only community chorus. The organization exists to encourage and support quality choral music for the enjoyment, enrichment, and education of our community. The next big event, “The Turning,” is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., Oct. 3 at the First Congregational Church, 2101 16th Street. The Turning explores these cycles of transformation through music that spans centuries, reminding us that while the world around us is always changing, we remain connected to those who came before us. The Chorale will also have performances on Dec. 19 at the UNC Campus Commons (1051 22nd Street), Feb. 20, 2027 (also at the Campus Commons) and May 15, 2027 (at the First Congregational Church). mynocomagazine.com

K9cation

1644 County Road 47, Hudson | (720) 546-7837 www.k9cation.com | Drop-off, pickup and tours available daily, 7-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m. K9cation offers a number of services, including boarding, daycare, training, behavior consults, grooming, dog sports, private dog park rental and access to indoor and outdoor pools. K9cation also offers daily enrichment activities to make your camper’s stay a true vacation as well as special features that change monthly. Luxury accommodations at affordable prices are also available, with a selection of lodging options to customize your dog’s stay.

Jack Lanterns Corn Maze

2318 S Co Rd 5, Fort Collins | 970-308-5843 | nococornmaze.com | October 4-31, Friday - Sunday Daytime activities include a corn maze with a scavenger hunt, pumpkin patch, noise houses, game animals to pet, pedal cars and a picnic area. At night the corn maze turns haunted!

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Sunflower Farm

11150 Prospect Road, Longmont | (303) 774-8001 www.sunflowerfarminfo.com Farmfest Public Hours, weekends from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. May-September, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. October 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. November-April (Check Website for calendar) Sunflower Farm offers all kinds of different services and events, including a licensed prechool, pre-kindergarten, school-age and summer camp programming. Along with that, Sunflower Farm offers public farmfest hours on the weekends, farmfest music events on Friday evenings, a pumpkin patch and a magical halloween forest. When it comes to produce and flowers, the farm sports wholesale and individual organically grown veggies, flowers and wholesale flowers, flower workshops and a 14-week fall CSA.

Osborn Farm

1230 South Boise Avenue, Loveland osbornfarm.com | Opens September 26, 7 days a week 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Osborn Farms prides itself on its colorful heirloom pumpkins that are beautiful to look at and full of flavor. This historic farm has food trucks on the weekend and offers a tractor hayride along the river or, for the little ones, a barrel train ride. Keep an eye out come November, too, when the Christmas Tree farm opens up on Nov. 27.

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Fritzler Farm Park

20861 Colorado Road 33, LaSalle | (970) 737-2129 | fritzlerfarmpark.com | Open September 19-Nov. 1, Hours vary Thursday-Sunday They are known for their haunted attraction, Scream Acres and they have some thrilling updates still to come. The corn maze and Scream Acres (after dark) are handicap accessible, but the maze and courtyard are unpaved farm ground. The ground (like any farm) can be bumpy or in some cases muddy in spots.

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Corner of Hwy 257 and Road 52, Miliken | pumpkinpickinparadise.com Open September 26 through Halloween | Monday-Friday 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday /’10 a.m.-6 p.m. Hundreds of pumpkins of all different sizes and varieties are brought up from the field for visitors to sift through. Try their famous, homemade pickles and cotton candy. All ages can enjoy their Haunted Shack, as well as a haunted indoor maze and an outdoor maze. $5 gets visitors an admission token that goes toward their overall produce purchase. Kids two and under are free.

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OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATIONS IN GREELEY, WINDSOR, LOVELAND AND BERTHOUD HONOR HERITAGE … AND BEER

ermans who had been living in Russia, lured there by Catherine the Great to work fields, were again lured to Northern Colorado to work sugar beet fields and in the factories in the early 1900s. “That heritage is still woven into our community and is reflected in the traditions we celebrate at the event, from steins and schnitzel to polka music and dancing,” said Bianca Fisher, executive director of the Greeley Downtown Development Authority, which hosts Greeley’s Oktobrewfest, Sept. 26 in Lincoln Park. Expect laughs, lederhosen and lager with plenty of polka music at three different Oktoberfest events in Windsor, Greeley and Loveland.

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with its celebration on Sept. 19 from noon to 8 p.m. at Loveland Aleworks. “For us, Oktoberfest is all about community,” said Kimmey Harlan, social media and marketing coordinator for Loveland Aleworks, which hosts the event that started last year. “It’s an opportunity to bring people together in Downtown Loveland, showcase local breweries, musicians, food vendors and makers.” Along with beers from Aleworks, you can try Bavarian styles from Verboten Brewing and Crooked Beech Brewing. And you can even test your strength at the

German stein-holding competition. The event is free and well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome.

While the Windsor Downtown Alliance is planning to make Oktoberfest an annual event, the last time they had one was 2022. But, according to Stephanie Fiegel of the WDA, this year will be memorable. The event will be Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be filled with activities for all ages. This is a great community event that brings thousands of people into Downtown Windsor for a full day of German-inspired fun, according to organizers. “One of the big additions this year is the Oktoberfest German Car Show, featuring German-made vehicles. The car show will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include awards,” Fiegel said. “We’ll also have the always-entertaining pretzel eating contest, along with vendors, food, a live Oompah band and a kids’ zone.” Local breweries who will be serving their best German-style beer include: Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project out of Loveland, Peculier Ales of Windsor and Mash Lab Brewing of Windsor. Fiegel remarked on the German heritage in the area as well. “That history makes Oktoberfest more than just an opportunity to enjoy German food, beer, and music. It’s also a way to celebrate a piece of Windsor’s heritage and recognize the people and traditions that helped shape our community,” she said.

Greeley

Greeley’s Oktobrewfest grew out of the original Oktoberfest celebration from 1971 when a German language professor at the University of Northern Colorado hosted the first one in his backyard. The event grew and was later Greeley’s annual Oktobrewfest typically features over 25 to 35 different craft beer samples from roughly 10 to 12 local and regional Northern Colorado breweries. Courtesy/Greeley Oktobrewfest mynocomagazine.com

hosted by the city at Island Grove Park. The DDA took over the event in the 1990s and added the “brew” to its name in 2013 to “celebrate the growing craft beer scene here in Northern Colorado,” Fisher said. This year’s Oktobrewfest takes place Friday, Sept. 25, and Saturday, Sept. 26, in Lincoln Park in Downtown Greeley. “It’s a celebration of all things beer, with an incredible lineup of Northern Colorado craft beers, great food, live music,

FALL FESTIVAL & PUMPKIN PATCH Live music with a good beer is part of the Oktoberfest experience. Courtesy/Greeley Oktobrewfest.

stein-hoisting competitions and plenty of German-inspired fun,” she said. Saturday also features Kid’s World, making it a celebration the whole family can enjoy. For those looking for something a little more exclusive, our VIP beer tasting experience offers the chance to sample a special continued on page 25

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very year countless people line up at their nearest Starbucks for the annual release of the beloved Pumpkin Spiced Latte. However, as more teahouses and cafés open along the Front Range, maybe it’s time to try somewhere new and support local to kick off the cozy season. Here are a few local tea and coffee spots to check out for their seasonal flavors, different offerings, fun events and all of the fall love.

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plants, instead of processing to get its flavors. Leafsters, or staff, can make tea recommendations based on flavor, aroma and well-being preferences. The tea offerings are on display on the Great Wall of Tea, which includes nearly 200 loose-leaf teas. The tea can then be enjoyed in the tea bar, tea room, outdoor seating, or especially during the Fort Collins Foodie Walk on the third Friday of the month.

Boba Café

Another fun and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy the benefits of tea is at the Boba Café, 1421 E. Eisenhower Blvd., in Loveland, which specializes in Boba tea and an assortment of other beverages. “Our mission is to create a cozy atmosphere where friends and family can gather,” as stated on Boba Café’s website, bobacafeloveland.com. Boba Café’s drink menu is extensive with 58 different drinks, all with high-quality ingredients and unique flavors. Their offerings include milk tea, green tea, power juices and slushes with flavors like matcha, mango, passion fruit, avocado, chocolate and cappuccino. The power juices come in four options of Green Energy, Island Paradise, Aloha Sunrise and Sunset Beach. There is also a food menu with options like musubi, ramen and udon, rice bowls and other entrées. “Once in a while, we add one or two items a year,” said Bing Quan Huang, co-owner of Boba Café. “Boba is fun, because it’s chewy, and we have all kinds of different Boba.”

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Roots & Leaves, Kava & Teas

Roots & Leaves Kava Bar, which has five locations in Colorado and two in New Mexico, is another relaxing teashop focused on community. While their tagline is “Join the Sober Shift — Kava, Teas and Togetherness,” the vibe is that of a speakeasy and there’s a full-sized bar serving kava. For those unfamiliar with kava, it’s a type of tea made from the root of a kava plant. Their bar also features ethnobotanical teas, specialty teas, shots and handcrafted mocktails. The menu remains the same year-round, but during the fall, gourmet tea blends like apple cinnamon and banana nut are popular, as well as the apple cinnamon ethnobotanical tea. “Tea is comfort in a cup,” said Nicole Carbone, vice-president of marketing for Roots & Leaves Kavas & Teas. “We’re more than a teahouse…. we’re a bar-like setting, and we have a lounge area. Ours is about a fun vibe, everybody coming together as a community and forging relationships.” For entertainment, Kava Bar guests are invited to monthly events, such as theme nights on Fridays, country night, dress to impress, open mics and trivia nights.

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Avery’s Modern Teahouse, 5685 McWhinney Blvd., in Loveland, also has a long list of teas and coffees but with a strong mission. According to their website, “Avery’s Modern Teahouse is a nonprofit coffee and tea house dedicated to serving exceptional beverages while fostering an

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binations and different energy levels to choose from, there’s really something for everyone,” Allam said. “From the conversation you have when you walk through the door, to helping you find a drink that’s right for you, to how you feel after you leave — we want it to feel personal.”

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For an option of tea and shakes, try Blend Nutrition, 325 Cleveland Ave., in Loveland, which just The menu boards added six shakes and at JTown Nutrition nine teas to its menu offer a plethora of options. Courtesy/ and is launching a JTown Nutrition Protein Kitchen and workplace deliveries tea offerings include herbal detox, in Northern Colorado. The kitchen will feature grab-and-go options matcha latte, turmeric ginger and like protein balls, protein refreshvanilla coconut, while the coffee ers and protein coffees. list has more traditional lattes, “Our teas are a great alternacappuccinos, espressos and cold tive for someone who still wants brews. They also have light bites, that energy boost but is looking pastries and at-home teas sold for something cold and refreshing,” said Heidi Allam, co-owner of Blend Nutrition with her husband, Jacob. “In addition to energy, our teas are designed to support mental clarity and focus, and tea naturally offers antioxidants and metabolism-boosting benefits.” In fact, tea can be customizable and fun and not boring, Allam said. “We have so many different flavors, from fruity and refreshing to sweet and tropical, and customers can choose the energy level that works best for them,” she said. “It’s a really fun way to get that afternoon pick-meup while enjoying something refreshing. Blend Nutrition offers new seasonal flavors every month, with flavors like apple crisp, pumpkin banana bread, pecan pie and caramel pumpkin cheesecake coming out in the fall. “With so many fun flavor com-

JTown Nutrition, 21 S. Parish Ave., in Johnstown is described as a fun, friendly and healthy place that offers a juice bar, smoothies, coffee and tea. The shop specializes in loaded teas, specialty drinks and protein shakes with caffeinated and non-caffeinated options. It’s located inside Fitness Avenue, a 24-hour access gym with bonuses like an infrared sauna, UV tanning and massage therapy. “We have seasonal menus year-round to add to our collection of 300-plus recipes. If you can think it, we likely can make it,” said Trish Yost, owner of Jtown Nutrition. Visitors can stop by for breakfast or lunch to order a meal replacement shake or an energy tea. The shake flavors are fun, like peanut butter and grape jelly or peppermint mocha café latte. Loaded teas and refreshers come in fruity flavors like wild cherry and blue raspberry, while there are specialty drink flavors like Mermaid Mist, a combination of strawberry, starfruit and coconut. “You will feel the benefits with our products that offer a solution for any and all of the following: elevating the mood, sustaining the energy level and hydrating the body,” Yost said. “We pride ourselves in serving our community every day of the week.” Whichever your preference, local teashops offer great menus, entertainment and fall flavors to add to the enjoyment of getting your favorite beverage. mynocomagazine.com

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utumn is a brief season of delectable joy featuring flavors like pumpkin spice, apple crumble, pecan pie and all sorts of maple variations. Local bakeries, donut shops and ice cream stops are whipping up special recipes to offer these type of flavors and kick off fall’s shorter days. Here’s our go-to list for a few favorite seasonal cravings.

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Cinnamon’s Bakery, which has locations in Loveland and Estes Park, specializes in cinnamon rolls and muffins. The bakery rolled out an apple caramel cinnamon roll last year, developed by baker Raye Good for the Estes Park, 920 W. Elkhorn Ave., and Loveland Yards, 5673A McWhinney Blvd.,

locations. It will be available starting in September. “It incorporates shaved apples, as well as a cinnamon roll filling, and we do a caramel icing,” said Brian Goddard, co-owner of Cinnamon’s Bakery with his wife, Sarah. “Apples are available in the fall when they’re in season. It’s a flavor people look forward to as it starts to cool down.” Cinnamon’s Bakery also features a pumpkin spice cinnamon roll, offered the past three years at the Estes Park location and introduced last year at the Loveland location, which opened December 2024. Loveland has a full espresso Cinnamon Rolls from Cinnamon’s Bakery in Loveland and Estes Park. Courtesy/ Cinnamon’s Bakery.

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and coffee menu, and Estes Park has just coffee. Both locations have old-fashioned classic rolls, salted caramel rolls, raisin rolls and pecan sticky buns made from Georgia pecans. Estes Park sells more of the cinnamon roll bread pudding, and the Loveland location has an assortment of Strombolis.

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Fall flavors can also come in the form of muffins and cookies, such as the pumpkin cinnamon roll and pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies at Gone Astray Goods, 3838 Boxelder Drive, in Loveland. This micro-bakery is a self-serve farm stand that offers fresh sourdough artisan loaves and baked goods like sourdough English muffins and demi-baguettes, as well as cinnamon rolls, cruffins and cookies. “The actual pumpkin is in the dough, and it comes with cream cheese frosting,” said Stephanie Courville, owner of Gone Astray Goods, about the cinnamon rolls. The pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies, which have powdered pumpkin and brown butter, are also soft and chewy, Courville said. “I change it weekly, so I use my creativity,” Courville said, adding that she’s bringing back pumpkin streusel muffins and hopes to offer new fall cookie flavors.

Chocolates & Truffles – High Desert Chocolates

Another fall treat comes in the form of artisan chocolates and truffles at High Desert Chocolates, 430 Main St., in Windsor. The shop, which opened in January 2025, is a handcrafted chocolate and specialty coffee shop featur-

ing Guittard chocolates alongside café Walrus Ice Cream out of Fort Trailer. Sh Collins and gourmet caramel flavors in apples. The menu is built around café the shop’s tagline, “In a world where you can be anything ... Be popular Ca Kind & Eat Chocolate,” with treats Mousse Pi like cookies, pastries, coffee, hot cups, salte e chocolate and other desserts. “Our gourmet caramel apples (with choi are a fall favor- or alcoholsign ite, along with fall-flavored chocolates. Maple vor combo is the star, with cre pumpkin spice right behind it,” Apples & said Shaunette Ice Crea White, foundStore er and owner of High Desert caramel ap Chocolates. w High Desert 114 S. Colle Chocolates partnered with Walrus an ice Ice Cream this year, helping create fudg some of the flavors it carries in thefall tre shop. A variety of chai milkshakes, brittle including a pumpkin spice version in flavors for fall, and hot cocoa bombs will apple be hitting the shelves soon. Also on offer are hand-created hostess gifts, employee appreciation gifts and fall gifting boxes with chocolates, specialty coffee and other items. “Our philosophy is simple: never show up empty-handed. The best hello is with chocolate in hand,” White said.

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For a one-stop shop for coffee, cookies, brownies, cupcakes, ice cream and an assortment of alcohol-infused and alcohol-free treats, try Boozee Treats, 281 E. 29th St., Ste C, in Loveland. Debra Mills, owner and operator of Boozee Treats, LLC, came up with the idea of adding alcohol to ice cream, which she serves at her Desserts from Boozee Treats in Loveland. Courtesy/Boozee Treats. mynocomagazine.com

café and out of the Boozee Treats Trailer. She started with seven flavors in 2022 and opened her café in 2025. This fall, Mills will offer the popular Caramel Apple Rumchata Mousse Pie in full pies and dessert cups, salted caramel mocha, espresso, pumpkin spice affogato (with choice of alcohol-infused or alcohol-free ice cream), and a signature brownie parfait. “We will have new fall flavor combos for coffee and ice creams,” Mills said.

Apples & Candy – Kilwins Ice Cream & Chocolate Store

Another go-to fall favorite is caramel apples at places like Kilwins Ice Cream & Chocolate Store, 114 S. College Ave., in Fort Collins, an ice cream, fine chocolate, fudge and candy shop offering fun fall treats like caramel corn and brittle. The caramel apples come in flavors like chocolate sea salt, apple pie, peanut and pecan.

“We offer a variety of flavors and toppings on our beautifully decorated fall caramel apples,” said Holli McElwee, owner of Old Town Ice Cream & Treats. “We make caramel multiple times a week and hand dip and handcraft each individual apple in our kitchen in Fort Collins, using the finest green Granny Smith apples.”

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o you often feel moody and sad during the fall months? If so, you are not alone. The U.S. Library of Medicine notes that some people experience a serious mood change when the seasons change. The primary feature of Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD is a pattern of depression or manic episodes with the onset of winter weather. Individuals eat more, crave carbohydrates, sleep more and experience chronic fatigue and withdraw from the world. Physical symptoms such as backaches, muscle and joint pains, and headaches are more common. The second phase of the disorder is a tendency for the symptoms to abate once the days become longer and warmer in the spring. In order for this diagnosis to be made, symptoms must be present for at least two years. In the fall, we go through the dying process of the flowers that bloomed throughout the summer in vibrant colors so they can bloom in the spring. I often compare this to the seasons of our lives. Loss is a part of everyone’s life. People react differently to loss. Even minor issues can throw some of us off balance. Family roles play an important part in the family system and family functioning. When roles change in the family system, the ability to cope with unforeseen crises and the normal changes that occur over time is impaired. We find ourselves becoming frustrated and fractured with expectations we are not sure we can fulfill. We experience a loss of self as well as a spiritual loss. Our family recently experienced a close death in July. A good example of how family can change is my sister Sherry, who was the caretaker of Dan, her husband, during his illness of Parkinson’s disease. Sherry became Dan’s primary caretaker as he needed her continued attention and support. This changing role altered her life significantly. His loss was a loss to all of us, but of course Sherry felt it the most after being married and together for 40 years. It seems as if loss has a calendar

all its own. We never know when it is going to strike. Coping with loss or grief during the colder months often feels heavier due to the reduced sunlight, shorter days, colder weather and increased isolation. The stillness of fall and winter leaves more time and space for longing and remembering. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross defined the five steps of grief and loss as: denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. These stages do not happen concurrently and people move back and forth between them. Human responses to loss differ widely. No one responds to loss in the same way, whether it’s the loss of a season or a significant loss such as death. How we cope with loss is influenced by many factors. Here are some coping strategies to help you practice self-care and cope during difficult times: l Talk and express your feelings.

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well to keep your mind and immune system strong. l Stay connected to friends and family. l Ask for and seek help when you need it. l Exercise your body and your mind with meditation or deep breaths. l Have fun and listen to your favorite music. l Develop boundaries and learn to say NO. l Appreciate and be thankful for the good times and cherish your memories. l Give yourself positive affirmations daily. Most importantly, if your low mood is not better after two weeks, seek medical and mental attention. Fall and winter are a time to snuggle in and nest. In Colorado, we are fortunate that each season is filled with fun and delightful events if we choose to take advantage of them. Soon the flowers will lose their blooms and our leaves will turn and fall from the trees. Winter will set in for its magic wonder. Live in the present, love well and laugh much! mynocomagazine.com

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to Eastman Park. Other highlights throughout the weekend include: Saturday night’s Aubrey Dale concert, followed by a drone and fireworks show; Sunday’s pie-eating contest, pancake breakfast and hot air balloon launch; and Sunday’s parade, among a bunch of other offerings throughout the weekend. September 12

During this year’s 104th Festival, the parade’s theme is “Hometown America: 250 years of community spirit.” The parade kicks off at 9 a.m. Sept. 7 (Labor Day morning) and runs down Walnut to 7th, and 7th

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them for an overview of the Colorado election process and the key points everyone should know to be an informed and engaged voter this fall. Registration is not required for the event. | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Pikes Peak meeting room at the Windsor Library (720 3rd St., Windsor. music, nature, wildlife, art and community. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 20-plus wildlife experts and nature organizations will feature live animal exhibits and a chance to connect with local conservation organizations, learn about native plants and learn from folks working to protect Colorado’s wild places. The festival will also feature bands taking the stage throughout the course of the day, creating a soundtrack to your day in the wild. | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | 5995 Sky Pond Dr., Loveland. September 13

Loveland’s Honey Festival

features honey vendors, mead tastings, beehive observations, a Busy Bee Kid Zone and beeswax and bee-themed products. The Sweetheart City Racing Honeybee Hustle Run is also scheduled for the event. | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Held at Fairgrounds Park 700 S. Railroad Ave., Loveland. September 17

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This year’ harve The Pederson Toyota Center w (formerly the Bank Building) is the place to be on Sept. 19 for the Loveland Chocolate and Cheese Fest. Admission is $10 for the first session (arrive between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. or the second session (arrive between 1-3 p.m.) or $6 to arrive between 3-5 p.m. VIP passes are also available for $59 and include 12 indulgence tickets, 12 taste tickets, reserved seating for all stage events and line-skipping entry into the event. | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Ranch Events Complex, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland. September 20

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A spellbinding morning at Windsor Lake is promised at Brooms and Boards, where the magic meets the serene waters. Grab your paddles and glide across the lake and enjoy the beginning of fall. This magical event promises a blend of eerie fun and paddleboarding adventure! Registration is required at mynocomagazine.com

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Library Innovation Center. The event, which will remain on display through Oct. 22, allows folks to enjoy the creativity showcased by Weld County resident artisans who are 50 years and older. | 4:30-6 p.m. | LINC Library Innovation Center, 501 8th Ave., Greeley. September 26-27

Taste of Fort Collins

This year’s Taste of Fort Collins is shifting from early June to fall harvest time. Food, music and community energy will still be at the heart of the event, paired with (hopefully) cooler weather and an even better festival experience, according to the organization’s website. As of the time of publication, weekend and VIP passes were sold out and only single-day passes were available ($27 for adults, $22 for students). Day-of tickets are $40 at the door. | Noon-9 p.m. Saturday, Noon - 8 p.m. Sunday | Washington Park, 301 Maple Street, Fort Collins.

Aims Community College in Greeley is set to host this year’s Great Aardvark Embark Hot Air Balloon Launch on the field just north of the Cornerstone Building. Parking opens to the public at 6 a.m. with the balloons scheduled to launch at 6:30 a.m. If you don’t have time to stop for breakfast, don’t stress. Breakfast burritos and coffee will be available. | 6 a.m. | 5401 W. 20th St., Greeley. September 27

Manhattan Short Film Festival

The Clearview Library District is hosting its part of the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival, where participants watch 10 short films and then vote on their favorites. This is part of a worldwide festival over the course of the entire week. It’s geared toward bringing great films to great venues and allowing audiences to select their favorites. Registration is not required for the event. | 1 p.m.-4 p.m. | Pikes Peak meeting room at the Windsor Library, 720 3rd St., Windsor.

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Berthoud’s Oktoberfest, scheduled for 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Berthoud Town Park (200 N. 7th St., Berthoud), is ready to host more than 80 vendors and 15 authentic German food trucks, according to the Berthoud Area Chamber of Commerce website. The event promises music, dancing, costumes and contests, food, beer and plenty of vendors. More than 5,000 people are expected to attend. Small backpacks and purses will be allowed, but no coolers. Beverage tokens will be available for $8 apiece and can be used for beers, meads, mixed drinks and seltzers.

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e’ve all seen paintings, perfectly framed, hanging in the galleries. Or the sculptures, carefully posed to capture their best light. As beautiful and captivating as art can be when it’s finished and on display, there is something even more special in learning how that art came to be. What’s the story behind the piece? What is the process? The Loveland Art Studio Tour, scheduled Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 17-18, offers an opportunity for patrons to ask questions and get the answers directly from the artists. “To me, the story of a piece of art is the most important for a buyer or a patron because that is how they connect to it,” said Jill Atchison, a board member of

the nonprofit Loveland Creative District, which considers the studio tour its signature event. “When you love a piece of art, you are connected to it, and that gives you even more enjoyment out of it.” This year, more than 30 painters, sculptors, jewelry makers, potters and multi-media artists will throw open the doors to their studios, allowing the public a glimpse into their very special world. The tour allows patrons to see the backstory by visiting where the artists work – messy floors, unkempt shelves, paint-speckled tables and all. Some artists will have live demonstrations during the tour while others have filmed videos to show their creative steps. Atchison said some participating artists have told her they want to

clean their studios before the tour, something she wholly discourages. “The mess is a part of the creative process.” In turn, artists get an opportunity to share their work in a secure environment, where they feel free to share their inspiration. The tour, with the support of the Creative District, also helps artists learn how to talk to people and gain more insight into selling work.

Loveland Art Studio Tour Activities kick off at 6 p.m., Oct. 9, with a Meet the Artists Opening Reception/Night on the Town at the Loveland Museum, 503 N. Lincoln Ave. The art studio tour starts 11 a.m.-5 p.m. the next day, Oct. 10, continues Oct. 11 and again the weekend of Oct. 17-18.

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