Best of CSU 2021 - 2022

Breweries in Fort Collins

2021 Best of CSU Winners

Fashion Trends of 2022

Why Fort Collins is the “Napa Valley” of beer

Read about the winners in all 46 categories

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STAFF EDITOR Kadyn Thorpe

WRITERS Kadyn Thorpe Ethan Dvorak

PHOTOGRAPHY Colin Shepherd Brooke Buchan Andrea Pennington Christina Johnson

COVER, LOGO & PUBLICATION DESIGN Christine MooreBonbright

ADVISORS Kim Blumhardt Jake Sherlock

Best of CSU is a Rocky Mountain Student Media special publication featuring the results of our annual survey highlighting the best places to eat, drink, play and shop in Fort Collins. This is the 32nd edition featuring the results of the 2021 survey. Thank you to the 1,349 people who took the survey.

Kadyn Thorpe, Ethan Dvorak, Christine Moore-Bonbright

From Your Editor The year 2021 was the evil twin of 2020. There were ups and there were downs, but in the end, I think everyone learned a valuable lesson: Life is short. Don’t waste your time and energy on things you don’t like. Spend your time living your life to the fullest.

Visit new places, make new memories and most importantly enjoy the little things.

In this edition of Best of CSU, we have focused on the good in 2021. The best places to get food, the best CSU organizations, the best places to treat yourself, the best everything. We don’t want to look back at 2021 and think of only the pandemic, we want to think of 2021 as the year we realized the best thing to do in life is to enjoy it. Go out and make more memories, and this edition is the best place to start.

2021 marks the year people found their voices, especially when they are talking about things they love. With over 1,000 responses to our community survey, you wanted your voices heard and we heard them. Thank you for supporting not only our magazine, but also all the businesses in Fort Collins. Now, sit back and enjoy the winners for 2021’s Best of CSU.

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The Best of the Best of 2021 Best Breakfast

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Silver Grill Cafe Lucile’s Snooze A.M. Eatery

Best Coffee

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Music City Hot Chicken Raising Cane’s Comet Chicken

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Best Sushi

Best Chinese Food

Best Thai Food

14

Best Vegetarian

20

Best Restaurant to Take Your Parents Ginger & Baker Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar Union Bar & Soda Fountain

28

Best Donuts

Best Food Delivery

20

Best On-Campus Lunch

28

Best On-Campus Coffee

29

Best On-Campus Organization

30

Best Dining Hall The Foundry Ram’s Horn Spoons

Best College Bar

Best Happy Hour

Best Margarita

30

Best Brewery

42

Best Liquor Store

42

Best Live Music Venue The Aggie Theatre The Mishawaka The Lincoln Center

50

Best Tattoo & Piercing

Best Hair Salon

42

Best Tanning Salon

54

Best Nail Salon

56

Best Wax Salon

64

Best Boutique

64

Best Hike

68

Horsetooth Rock Arthur’s Rock Greyrock Mountain Loop

56

Best Outdoor Gear Store

68

JAX Mercantile Sierra Trading Post REI

56

L.A. Nails Nail Bar & Company Pearl Fox Company

46

Best Thrift Store

Kansas City Kitty Little Piece of My Heart Blue Harvest

At The Beach Sienna Tan Aussie Tans

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64

Arc Thrift Store Ragstock Goodwill

Tuana Hair Design Studio Be Salon The Parlour

Wilbur’s Total Beverage Mulberry MAX Liquor Store Campus West Liquors

32

Best Dispensary

Best Bookstore Old Firehouse Books Barnes & Noble Bizarre Bazaar

Tribal Rites Freakshow Covenant Tattoo

Odell Brewing Company New Belgium Brewing Company Horse & Dragon Brewing Company

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Organic Alternatives LivWell Ace’s Place

Rio Grande Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Blue Agave Grill

Snowriders Pride Resource Center Rocky Mountain Student Media

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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Road 34 Brothers Bar & Grill

Morgan’s Grind Sweet Sinsations Sweet Temptations

22

Best Entertainment

Best Smoke Shop Kind Creations Up’n Smoke Smokey Monkey

Lucky Joe’s Trail Head Tavern Social

Spoons Panda Express Ramskeller

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Pinball Jones The Comedy Fort Chipper’s Lanes

DoorDash Nosh Grubhub

Avogadro’s Number Tasty Harmony Rainbow Restaurant

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Best Sweets

Best Apartment Complex Ram’s Village The Cottages Stadium Apartments

Lamar’s Donuts Peace, Love, and Little Donuts FoCo Donut Company

Café de Bangkok Simply Thai Bann Thai

RARE Italian Nick’s Homestyle Canino’s Italian Restaurant

Best Fried Chicken

18

Yung’s Chinese LuLu Asian Bistro Hot Wok Café

Jim’s Wings Wing Shack Buffalo Wild Wings

Best Italian Food

Best Mexican Food

28

Mary’s Mountain Cookies Insomnia Cookies Nothing Bundt Cakes

Jaws Sushi LuLu Asian Bistro Sushi JeJu

Krazy Karl’s Beau Jo’s Cosmo’s Pizza

Best Wings

18

Blue Agave Grill Café Mexicali Los Tarascos

Cheba Hut Pickle Barrel Choice City Deli

Best Pizza

Best Taco

Best Ice Cream Walrus Ice Cream Old Town Churn Coldstone Creamery

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Vatos Tacos + Tequila Uno Mas Taqueria

Big Al’s STUFT Burger Bar The Backdoor Grill

Best Sandwich

18

Café Mexicali Big City Burrito Illegal Pete’s

Dutch Bros The Human Bean Alleycat Coffee House

Best Burger

Best Burrito

Best Bike Shop

68

Recycled Cycles Road 34 Bike Shop TREK Cycles

58

Screamin’ Peach Wax Factory KB Waxing & Microblading

48

Best Barbershop

62

Floyd’s 99 Lucky 27 Lloyd’s Barbershop

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Welcome to Fort Collins

Best of CSU Fun Facts

By Kadyn Thorpe As Colorado’s fourth-largest city, there’s no surprise that Fort Collins is voted as one of the best places to live in the United States.

Whether you’re here attending Colorado State University to get your degree or building your life for years to come, there is no better place to be.

Established in 1864, at the base of the Rocky Mountain Foothills, Fort Collins, Colorado, is currently home to over 600 restaurants and 24 craft breweries. With 300 days of sunshine a year, Fort Collins is loaded with over 200 hiking and biking trails. With all the beautiful trails positioned through Fort Collins, it’s obvious why it’s been voted the sixth safest city for bicyclists as well as the eighth most fitness-friendly city in 2021.

With national breweries, such as Odell and New Belgium located in town, beer enthusiasts have made the trip to Fort Collins to indulge in drinking their favorite beers right where they’re made.

Visit Horsetooth Reservoir in the summer and spend the day waterskiing and sun tanning.

Take a day to wander through the shops in Old Town and try one of the beloved local restaurants.

With so much to do, there is never a dull moment when you’re in Fort Collins.

In 1870 Fort Collins welcomed the opening of the land-grant institution: Colorado State University. The tree-filled campus has continued to grow. Today, CSU has been recognized as “one of the Top Campuses Worth Traveling for,” by TripAdvisor.

Located right in the heart of Fort Collins, CSU, is currently home to over 33,000 students.

Known as one of the nation’s leading research institutions, CSU has planted their roots in Fort Collins and the Ram’s spirit reaches beyond the campus.

Alumni, students, faculty, staff and family gather to support their favorite college football team in Canvas Stadium or participate in the orange-out basketball game in Moby Arena.

CSU has been dedicated to supporting local communities since the beginning. Cans Around the Oval and School is Cool are outreach programs started by CSU. Cans Around the Oval has become the largest annual food drive for the Food Bank of Larimer County. CSU students collect cans and monetary donations to help raise awareness of hunger in America. School is Cool began in 1991 and is currently a blessing to many students in Poudre School District. School is Cool provides grade-specific school supplies and backpacks to students based on need.

With every beautiful scene Fort Collins provides and the community created by the university, it’s hard to think about being anywhere else. Take a stroll through CSU’s beautiful campus and flower gardens or take the afternoon and spend it seeing what this city has to offer.

Fort Collins is just waiting to be explored.

Winners of the first survey in 1990 still in business today B&B Pickle Barrel Canino’s Italian Restaurant Pizza Hut

Thirty Year Club (named to top three at least 30 times) B&B Pickle Barrel Canino’s Italian Restaurant

Twenty-five Year Club JAX Mercantile Jim’s Wings Lucky Joes Silver Grill Walrus Ice Cream

Twenty-Year Club Aggie Theatre Avogadro’s Number Big City Burrito Rainbow Restaurant Rio Grande Trailhead Tribal Rites

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Most Unusual Coffee Drinks

BEST BREAKFAST

Silver Grill Cafe

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Green Tea Infused Coffee If you’re a tea drinker and a coffee drinker, this coffee combination is for you. Add some green tea to your coffee and not only add the health benefits of green tea to your morning routine, but also increase the amount of caffeine in each cup.

For the seventh year in a row, the Silver Grill Cafe has been voted the best breakfast in Fort Collins. As the oldest restaurant in Northern Colorado, the Silver Grill Café provides customers with legendary breakfasts and lunches. They opened their doors in 1933 and have continued to provide the people of Fort Collins anything they may want, from savory omelets to giant cinnamon rolls. They often have a line out the door, so make sure to get there early and ready to indulge.

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Lavender and Chamomile Coffee Lavender and Chamomile are herbal teas that people drink in order to feel calmer and more relaxed. Mix these with your coffee and you’ll be met with heightened brain function, without the caffeinated jitters.

RUNNERS UP: Lucile’s, Snooze A.M. Eatery ALSO MENTIONED: Urban Egg, Café Bluebird, Rainbow Restaurant

BEST COFFEE

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Citrus Coffee

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Green Tea Infused Coffee

Dutch Bros.

With three locations in Fort Collins, Dutch Bros is dominating the charts for the best coffee. They have a wide range of drinks for everyone, coffee addicts, energy drink fanatics, or even the people who would prefer something a little more decaf. The drinks aside, the atmosphere and the energy there is unmatched.

The crew members, known as the Dutch Mafia, are personable and excited to be at work. You are not able to walk through campus without seeing someone carrying a Dutch Bros drink. The drinks, the pastries and the Mafia have stolen the hearts of many people in Fort Collins since they opened the first store in 2019.

RUNNERS UP: The Human Bean, Alleycat Coffee House ALSO MENTIONED: Mugs, Momo Lolo Coffee Shop

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New Look, New Menus, Same Great Coffee!

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Mix in a couple drops of lime and lemon to your coffee in the morning. The zesty taste of citrus mixed with the bitter taste of coffee will keep you alert and energized.

Just the right amount of sweetness and bitterness will make you want more. Adding some caramel and blueberry extract to your coffee can cause your coffee to reach a new flavor profile.

Banana Coffee Adding some banana extract while brewing your coffee will give you the summer feeling any time of the year. Be brave and add some other flavored extract with it to create your own coffee flavored banana split!

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BEST BURGER

Big Al’s Burgers and Dogs

VOTED BEST BURGER IN FORT COLLINS

Located in Old Town, Big Al’s provides the people of Fort Collins with great hamburgers, hot dogs, milkshakes and fries that are to die for. If you want something a little more fancy you can get their truffle fries, but if you want something more mouthwatering may we suggest the Jalapeno Cream Cheese Burger. If you choose to visit Big Al’s, remember that they like to “keep it in Colorado,” meaning all their décor is recycled and repurposed. The walls are lined with art from local artists, and if you are an artist looking to hang up your art there don’t be shy, go to BigAlsBurgersAndDogs.com and get your art printed where the best burgers in town are: Big Al’s.

RUNNERS UP: STUFT Burger Bar, The Backdoor Grill ALSO MENTIONED: Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, Freddy’s

BEST SANDWICH

Cheba Hut Whether you’re going to cure your munchies or just for lunch, Cheba Hut has the best combinations of sandwiches. Located right off the Colorado State University campus, this place is the college students’ dream come true. A sandwich covered in ranch and toasted on garlic bread; how can it get better than that? Cheba Hut offers over 30 different signature sandwiches all named after different weed strains. Get it in store, curbside or delivery, either way you get it, you know it will be good.

RUNNERS UP: Pickle Barrel, Choice City Deli ALSO MENTIONED: Fat Shack, Obee’s, Silver Mine Subs, Subway

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homemade burgers | delivery | online ordering 140 W. Mountain Avenue • 970.232.9815 • bigalsburgersanddogs.com

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5 Most Controversial Pizza Toppings

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Pineapple

Now Hiring! walk-ins welcome.

Now this one has ruined friendships.

People are either team pineapple or not. What team are you on?

BBQ Sauce BBQ sauce on pizza has gained popularity recently, but you can’t please everyone. Some people just hate it, and some people love it.

Broccoli Understandable if you’re trying to be on the healthier side of things. But in terms of taste, this may not be the best idea.

Corn Common mainly in Japan, the UK and Korea. Everyone has their own taste, so would you try it?

Mushrooms People who hate mushrooms HATE mushrooms. People who love Mushrooms LOVE mushrooms.

Which one are you?

pizza of the week

Krazy Karl’s Krazy Karl’s has won best pizza in Fort Collins for 9 years, and their fan base is still going strong. This is obviously a popular place among CSU students. What’s the attraction? Some may say it’s cream cheese. Whatever it is, even incoming students have heard that Krazy Karl’s is the place to go for pizza in Fort Collins. You can call and order a pizza as early as 10:30 a.m., and don’t forget every Thursday if you call between 5-8 you get a large one-topping pizza for the price of the time you called. All college students’ dream: a $5 large pizza.

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RUNNERS UP: Beau Jo’s, Cosmo’s Pizza ALSO MENTIONED: Pizza Casbah, Pulcinella, Totally 80’s, Panhandler’s, Slyce Pizza Co., Mama Roni’s

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BEST WINGS

Jim’s Wings Located right off campus on West Elizabeth Street, Jim’s Wings has been providing the city of Fort Collins with mouthwatering wings for over 30 years. If you’re needing a quick snack or you need to feed the football team, Jim’s Wings have orders ranging from 5 to 250 wings. Choose from their hot scale to get just the right amount of spice for you, and if you’re a sauce person you can purchase bottles of their sauce on deck. The convenient location and great pricing make Jim’s Wings the best wings in Fort Collins for the 23rd year in a row.

RUNNERS UP: Wing Shack, Buffalo Wild Wings ALSO MENTIONED: Wingstop

BEST ITALIAN FOOD

RARE Italian With hand-made pasta and juicy steaks, RARE Italian has been voted the best Italian restaurant in Fort Collins.

The owners did their research, and it sure did pay off. They traveled around central Italy, where they were able to experience farm-to-table dining. They use locally sourced meats to make their steaks, burgers, and meatballs fresh and delicious. But the freshness doesn’t stop there, they grow their own herbs, as well as make their own pasta and cheese. If you’re looking for something fresh, be sure to check this out. Located right in Old Town Fort Collins, there really is no better place to get some Italian with your friends and family.

RUNNERS UP: Nick’s Homestyle, Canino’s Italian Restaurant ALSO MENTIONED: Panino’s Italian Restaurant, Oregano’s

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BEST FRIED CHICKEN

Music City Hot Chicken As Fort Collins’ first hot chicken and beer joint, there’s no surprise that Music City Hot Chicken is holding the title for best fried chicken in Fort Collins. Music City Hot Chicken’s goal is to bring Nashville hot chicken to Fort Collins. Owned by CSU graduates Jordan and Sam Graf, these two brothers continue to bring the heat to the ever-growing list of Fort Collins chicken restaurants. If you’re wanting something more than chicken, check out their sandwiches, soups, and salads. Located right off Prospect and College, this place is a fried chicken lover’s dream, if you don’t mind a little kick.

RUNNERS UP: Raising Cane’s, Comet Chicken ALSO MENTIONED: Chick-Fil-A, The Post Chicken, Chick ‘n Cone

The Legend of Nashville Hot Chicken

By Kadyn Thorpe

Nashville hot chicken has been sweeping the nation since the early 2000s. But what exactly is Nashville hot chicken?

In the 1930s, wanting revenge on her boyfriend for cheating on her, a woman in Nashville coated her buttermilk fried chicken in unbearable amounts of cayenne pepper, or so she thought. Instead of giving her boyfriend a spicy surprise, she gave him a business idea. That is when

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Nashville hot chicken got its start.

The difference between Southern fried chicken and Nashville hot chicken is right in the name. The “hot” in Nashville hot chicken represents the surge of spice that fills your mouth when you bite in. There are different variations of spices depending on what hot chicken joint you’re going to, but the one spice that will always be there is cayenne pepper. It was the original spice after all.

Through the years as the recipes have been improved and improvised, hot chicken started growing in popularity, starting in Nashville and sprouting up all around the United States. People couldn’t get enough of the heat, so much so that there is a Music City Hot Chicken Festival, where people gather to celebrate the creation of Nashville’s most beloved culinary traditions: Nashville hot chicken.

BEST TENDERS IN TOWN 126 W. Mountain Avenue • cometchicken.com • 970.689.3464

BEST BURRITO

Café Mexicali With a motto like “as fresh as it gets,” it’s hard to believe that any other restaurant can beat Café Mexicali for best burrito in Fort Collins. Established in 2005, Café Mexicali has burritos that are made from scratch using the freshest ingredients. Try out their breakfast burritos served from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. or get yourself a smothered burrito where you can choose from their 8 sauces. If you want something a little spicier, ask them about the HeatWave sauce, but maybe have some milk on hand for the repercussions.

RUNNERS UP: Big City Burrito, Illegal Pete’s ALSO MENTIONED: Taqueria Los Comales, Lupita’s Mexican Restuarant

BEST TACO

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Just a small walk from campus, Fuzzy’s tacos has a menu absorbed by everything from ground beef tacos, mahi fish tacos and even some veggie tacos. Don’t want to wait until lunch or dinner to get some of the grub, visit Fuzzy’s a little earlier and devour their breakfast tacos. Potatoes, eggs and cheese all wrapped in a tortilla, yes please. There’s a reason Fuzzy’s has won best taco in Fort Collins, it’s because no one can compete with their mouth watering Baja tacos, plus the margarita doesn’t hurt.

RUNNERS UP: Vatos Tacos + Tequila, Uno Mas Taqueria ALSO MENTIONED: DGT, The Taco Stop

BEST MEXICAN FOOD

Blue Agave Grill Established in 2014, Blue Agave Grill provides Fort Collins with made-from-scratch food as well as house-made sangria, infused tequila and margaritas. Colorado owned and locally sourced, this is the best place to go to get some savory food while also supporting Colorado’s small businesses. You can enjoy their great food for brunch, lunch or dinner. Don’t forget to swing by on Tuesdays for their all-day happy hour.

RUNNERS UP: Café Mexicali, Los Tarascos ALSO MENTIONED: Café Rio, Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

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BEST SUSHI

JAWS Sushi Looking for good sushi can amount to a lot of trial and error, especially when you are in a state that isn’t on the coast. Not to mention the fact that sushi is an expensive meal for most college students. Jaws, however, offers meals that are affordable for their college customers from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day, not to mention the $5 large hot sake. Jaws offers everything a college student needs.

For all you sushi fanatics, your search for affordable, delicious sushi is over.

BEST CHINESE FOOD

Yung’s Chinese

BEST SUSHI RUNNERS UP: LuLu Asian Bistro, Sushi JeJu ALSO MENTIONED: Suh Sushi Korean BBQ, Suehiro Japanese Restaurant, Asiana Foods

BEST CHINESE FOOD RUNNERS UP: LuLu Asian Bistro, Hot Wok Café ALSO MENTIONED: Dragon Lee, College Café, Beijing Noodle, Sally’s Kitchen

BEST THAI FOOD RUNNERS UP: Simply Thai, Bann Thai ALSO MENTIONED: Thai Pepper, Thai Station

Since 1996 Yung’s Chinese food has been serving up the most favored Chinese food in Fort Collins. With delicious meals like sesame chicken and Szechuan chicken you can’t go wrong once you walk in the door.

You can order through DoorDash, order online and pick it up, or go enjoy a night out and dine in the restaurant.

There is nothing stopping you from enjoying chopsticks full of Yung’s Chinese food.

Thanks for voting us the Best of CSU 10 years in a row !

BEST THAI FOOD

Café de Bangkok There is no other place in town to get authentic Thai food. Café de Bangkok has provided Fort Collins with flavorful dishes ranging from noodles, rice and curry.

If you want something sweet, spicy, salty or sour, you’ll be sure to find something you want to devour on this menu. Visit them to dine in or pick up some take-out. The ambiance of the restaurant makes it a great place for date night or just going out with friends, everyone can find a place at Café de Bangkok, no matter the occasion.

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Try one of our fan favorites: Sesame Chicken, Spring Rolls or Noodle Dishes.

“Green Goddess” Salad Recipe If you have access to the Internet, you’ve probably heard of the “Green Goddess” salad. This salad, created by “Baked by Melissa,” is a simple salad that will leave you wanting more.

Dressing: Ingredients: • 1 cup basil • 1 cup spinach • 2 garlic cloves • 1 small shallot • Juice of 2 lemons • ¼ cup olive oil • ¼ cup nut of your choice • 1 teaspoon salt • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar • 1/3 cup nutritional yeast Directions: Add all liquid ingredients into a blender followed by the dry ingredients. Blend until smooth.

Salad: Ingredients: • 1 small Green Cabbage • 1 large Cucumber • ¼ cup Chives • 1 bundle of Green Onions Directions: Wash and dice all ingredients, place in a large bowl.

Once the dressing is blended and smooth and the salad ingredients are all diced, simply pour the dressing over the salad. Mix until everything is coated with the dressing, open your favorite corn chips and enjoy.

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2022 Summer Term Schedule BEST VEGETARIAN

Avogadro’s Number Don’t let the vegetarian label scare you off, this place is a favorite among both meat eaters and plant eaters alike.

Avogadro’s has everything from delicious food, great drinks and live performances. This Fort Collins favorite opened their doors in 1971 right off Mason Street in Old Town and has continued to go strong. You can order takeout or delivery from DoorDash, GrubHub or NoCo Nosh and enjoy your delicious sandwich in your own home or visit them for a night of good food and some entertainment.

RUNNERS UP: Tasty Harmony, Rainbow Restaurant ALSO MENTIONED: Next Door American Eatery

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Best place to take your parents in fort collins ( SAVE ROOM FOR PIE )

Ginger and Baker When your parents come to town we know you want to take them to the best of the best in Fort Collins. Especially if they’re treating. Ginger and Baker is the place to go.

Located in an historic 100-year-old grain mill built in 1905, Ginger and Baker is home to two restaurants, a coffee shop, bakery, market and state-of-the-art teaching kitchen. A rooftop patio looks out over Fort Collins’ River District offering views you’ll want to share with your family. Even if you aren’t eating, Ginger and Baker is worth a stop just to browse the pies and sweets in the bakery or stroll the market for a unique gift.

CELEBRATING HISTORY, COMMUNITY, CREATIVITY AND PIE A trip to FORT COLLINS just isn’t complete

RUNNERS UP: Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar, Union Bar & Soda Fountain ALSO MENTIONED: The Melting Pot, Sonny Lubick Steakhouse, Rodizio Grill

without a visit to Ginger and Baker, an historic, 100-year-old grain mill transformed into a hub for food and community. Stop by for a warm welcome along with breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, cooking classes, shopping, patios and the best pie in town!

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MARKET & BAKERY

A modern Colorado steakhouse. Savor steaks & chops, fine wine and good whiskey.

Comfort food done right. Dig into a new take on farm-to-fork American classics.

Pick up a locally roasted coffee, a slice or pie or the perfect gift.

Our dog-friendly North Patio even has a menu for your pup!

ROOFTOP BAR

TEACHING KITCHEN

EVENT SPACES

Experience all-season indoor/outdoor dining and cocktails on our new, glass-enclosed patio!

Learn something new. Take a class on cooking, baking, cocktails, art and more.

Celebrate special days.

Choose the historic Mill Top or our intimate wine cellar.

Celebrating History, Community, Creativity and Pie Learn more at GingerandBaker.com | 970-223-PIES (7437) | 359 Linden Street, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524 | Free parking directly across the street

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BEST ICE CREAM

Walrus Ice Cream Walrus Ice Cream is Fort Collins holy grail for ice cream. Located right in the center of Old Town Fort Collins, Walrus Ice Cream has made a name for themselves since 1987. If you’re not a big ice cream fan, don’t worry, they still have sherbet, sorbet and low-fat yogurt, they really have something for everyone. Grab a cone or two after trying one of the restaurants in Old Town. While you’re there don’t forget to say hello to Charlie the Walrus!

RUNNERS UP: Old Town Churn, Coldstone Creamery ALSO MENTIONED: Ben & Jerry’s, Kilwins, Josh & John’s

BEST FOOD DELIVERY

DoorDash DoorDash tops our voter’s list for food delivery.

Known nationally for their online ordering and delivery service, DoorDash delivers elegant desserts, juicy burgers with a side of fries and hundreds of other options from dozens of restaurants. For people who are unable to drive, or for pure convenience, you will find what your heart desires on the DoorDash app and then get it delivered right to your door. It’s as easy as that.

BEST SWEETS

Mary’s Mountain Cookies For the last 20 years Mary and her “cookie specialists” have been baking fresh cookies every day and constantly creating new flavors. Get cookies filled with ice cream, dipped in chocolate, sprinkled with sprinkles or just an original chocolate chip cookie. Whatever you get you better make sure you’re hungry cause these cookies are known for being unusually big. Save some for later or eat it all in one sitting, no judgment here.

RUNNERS UP: Insomnia Cookies, Nothing Bundt Cakes ALSO MENTIONED: Kilwins, Nuance Chocolate, My Empanadas

BEST DONUTS

LaMar’s Donuts LaMar’s donuts have continued to perfect their original donut recipe since 1933. Try out their original glazed donut or get a cherry-flavored cake donut, the options are endless once you walk through the door. With two locations in Fort Collins, no matter where you are in town, a delicious donut isn’t too far away. Swing by and get a bag of donut holes or a dozen donuts, either way, you’ll be happy you chose LaMar’s.

BEST LOCAL-OWNED DELIVERY

Nosh NoCo Nosh NoCo is a local, independently owned and operated alternative food delivery service in Northern Colorado owned by local restaurants owners. Nosh’s mission is to support independent local restaurants, provide second-to-none customer service, and keep the Colorado economy strong by keeping community dollars in the community. With more than 250 restaurants to choose from, Nosh can bring something for everyone right to your doorstep.

RUNNERS UP: Peace, Love, and Little Donuts, FoCo Donut Company ALSO MENTIONED: Dunkin’ Donuts

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BEST ON-CAMPUS LUNCH

Spoons Spoons has the comfort food everyone loves.

There’s nothing better on a cold fall day than sitting down with a grilled cheese and a cup of soup. Ingredients come from local farms; the bread is baked fresh in the store every day. Spoons strives to provide everyone with affordable, healthy options. For college students, good and filling food at a reasonable price is a no-brainer, that’s why Spoons continues to be a fan favorite, both on and off campus.

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The convenience and the atmosphere there is unmatched. Get yourself an iced chai or a vanilla latte, whatever you are needing to get you through your day, they’ve got it.

RUNNERS UP: Sweet Sinsations, Sweet Temptations

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With over 500 members, the Snowriders club offers a discount on an Ikon Pass and allows students at CSU to enjoy the great Colorado winters with members who love to shred the slopes as much as possible. This club has become a staple of CSU and provides a great escape for all those involved.

Pride Resource Center The Pride Resource Center at CSU provides programs and services to support the thriving and retention of LGBTQ+ students at CSU. This center is a great resource that includes support groups, training workshops and creates a sense of community on campus and in Fort Collins. There are multiple events every week that allow for students and members of the LGBTQ+ community to feel included and supported.

Rocky Mountain Student Media Rocky Mountain Student Media is responsible for seven student-ran media outlets. These include The Rocky Mountain Collegian, KCSU 90.5 FM, Collegian TV, College Avenue Magazine, Student Video Productions, Tree Stump Films and CSU Life. There is not a shortage of things that Rocky Mountain Student Media does to provide students with resources and experience to go beyond the classroom.

BEST DINING HALL

The Foundry

As CSU’s most spacious and newest dining hall, the Foundry is a food-hall inspired center with eight distinct micro- restaurants. Each restaurant is unique with either an international or cultural theme. While dining at the Foundry is a treat in itself, you’ll want to save room for a stop to The Creamery for Walrus Ice Cream or another yummy dessert. If you don’t have meal swipes don’t be upset, the Foundry is open to any CSU student, Meal swipes, Ram Cash, credit cards and cash are all accepted.

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By Kadyn Thorpe Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a fifth-year senior, there is no reason that you shouldn’t be attached to one of the on-campus organizations. There are 475 student organizations located right on our campus, which gives students 475 opportunities to find something they love.

Let’s say the odds are probably in your favor.

We wanted to give you a couple of reasons why joining these organizations will not only help you now, but it will also help you in the future. Plus, won’t joining an organization and getting out there be better than sitting and binging Netflix all day?

For starters once you find the organization that is just right for you, you’ll have access to people who share your interest. Especially as an incoming student, it can be hard making friends your first year in college. Joining an organization will help your social circle grow.

If friends are not what you’re looking for then use joining an on-campus organization as a tool for you to network. There are professional organizations all over that help people grow their resumes and their portfolios. Joining these organizations will help you network and be more comfortable when applying for jobs after graduation.

All these organizations will help you prepare yourself for life after graduation. Whether you are joining a sorority or a fraternity or wanting to become a DJ at KCSU, you will

still learn valuable lessons that you can take into the real world with you.

If you’re a “Jack of all trades, master of none,” type of person, an on-campus organization could be a great place for you to find what you really enjoy doing. Finally become an “expert” in something that you’ve always found interesting. If being an “expert” doesn’t interest you and you don’t want to commit to one organization, do multiple.

Don’t stretch yourself too thin though you still need to do your schoolwork and graduate. Remember why you’re here.

If the growing social circle, networking opportunities and real-life experience doesn’t interest you much, how about the fact that you can find out more about yourself when you join an organization?

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Helping students find and explore their career options is what we love to do at the Career Center.

Believe it or not, on-campus organizations challenge you to look at yourself in a different light. You learn more about your strengths, weaknesses and life goals. It’s almost like joining an on-campus organization is the best thing you could do not only for your future endeavors but also for your personal growth. See what we did there?

Feel free to hop on RamLink to browse the hundreds of student organizations we have here on campus. Don’t be shy to try a couple out before committing, there is the right spot out there for everyone.

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Color Don’t be afraid to add some pops of color into your home. It’s your home after all, why not make it your favorite place to be. Add some accents of your favorite color here and there or dominate the house with a rainbow of colors, whatever speaks to you.

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BEST APARTMENT COMPLEX

Ram’s Village Winner of the best apartment complex for 11 years in a row, Ram’s Village has separated itself from the competition. Located just a few blocks west of campus, Ram’s Village provides residents with sublime service, large rooms, and easy access to anywhere in Fort Collins.

This is no surprise for Fort Collins residents and if you are lucky enough to have lived in these apartments, you know there is little room for debate.

RUNNERS UP: The Cottages, Stadium Apartments ALSO MENTIONED: Union, District, The Outpost, The Standard

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Nostalgia is a powerful thing and if you are looking for it, go no further than Pinball Jones in Old Town, Fort Collins. With 10 pinball machines and two arcade games, Pinball Jones has made a name for itself in local entertainment. Who does not love the sound of a pinball machine? The rattling of old arcade games and the sound of the murmurs watching someone compete for a new high score fills the room. This location will assuredly lead to a fun night for the family or be a great date spot for all those that love the simplicity of good old-fashioned fun.

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BEST COLLEGE BAR

Lucky Joe’s Friday night rolls around and you have no plans? Look no further than Lucky Joe’s. With free live music, amazing deals, and an atmosphere that exceeds the highest bar, this is where college students will be this weekend. With lines out the door every Friday and Saturday night, this is definitely the place to be. Lucky Joe’s crosses off every desired trait for a college bar and delivers the innate feeling of a friendly Irish Pub in an Old Western Saloon.

BEST HAPPY HOUR

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop If you are looking for a mouthwatering margarita for only $2, head on down to Fuzzy’s and quench your thirst. Happy hour deals are offered Sunday through Thursday from 3-6 p.m. Since 2001, Fuzzy’s has delivered the best deals to Fort Collins residents. How can you go wrong with $2 margaritas and a priceless atmosphere? Fuzzy’s also offers a large selection of margaritas to fill any desire.

BEST MARGARITA

Rio Grande The Rio Grande has become notorious for its margaritas. They provide a variety of options and always leave customers satisfied and smiling. So, what allowed Rio Grande to be voted as having the best margaritas in town? To know the answer is to simply taste it for yourself. Their legendary mix of tequila, lime, and salt has swung the voters and made Rio Grande a necessary stop in Fort Collins.

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RUNNERS UP: Trail Head Tavern, Social ALSO MENTIONED: Bondi Beach Bar and Grill, Brothers Bar & Grill, The Bar District

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BEST MARGARITA RUNNERS UP: Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, Blue Agave Grill ALSO MENTIONED: Illegal Pete’s

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BEST BREWERY

Odell Brewing Company

Fort Collins: The Napa Valley of Beer

Odell Brewing CO. has prided itself on a great atmosphere and amazing beverages since 1989. Founded

by Doug Odell, his wife Wynne, and his sister Corkie, Odell has made Fort Collins his home. Upon arriving at the brewery, it is hard to not be enamored by the patio setting and wide range of options from locally brewed beer to savory wines. Odell Brewing CO. has truly made a name for itself in Northern Colorado and is always looking for the next big thing, or the next delicious beer.

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RUNNERS UP: New Belgium Brewing Company, Horse & Dragon Brewing Company ALSO MENTIONED: Prost Brewing, Intersect Brewing, Maxline Brewing, Funkwerks, Equinox Brewing

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Fort Collins is the home to nationally loved breweries such as New Belgium and Odell. But Fort Collins is also the home to more than 25 different breweries.

consumption of alcohol. It took more than forty years for the Board of County Commissioners to even allow 3.2 percent beer to be consumed in Fort Collins.

Colorado in of itself is one state that has been present in the beer game since the beginning. In the mid 1800s, brewers were making beer and delivering it to the miners that were mining for gold. As Denver grew the brewery scene grew with it. Rocky Mountain brewery opened and became the largest brewery between St. Louis and San Francisco. Not long after, Coors was established in Golden.

In 1978 craft breweries started popping up throughout the state.

Interest in craft beers took some time to ignite, but once it took off, Colorado was ahead of the game.

In the 1960s students attending Colorado State University were the ones to lead a movement that ended the prohibition. By the 1970s the cultural attitudes toward alcohol consumption in town changed.

The attitude adjustments as well as the economic incentives were what pushed Fort Collins to be the beerfriendly city it is known as today.

Fort Collins had a slow emergence into the Colorado beer scene. When Fort Collins was established in 1872, people settling there were encouraged to stay away from alcohol, and in the late 1800s, the Board of County Commissioners prohibited the

So why did so many breweries choose to locate in Fort Collins when they were historically against alcohol? The answer is simple. Many breweries say that the Rocky Mountain spring water is the secret ingredient to their beer. Water is a very important

A plethora of breweries started opening in Fort Collins after the 1970s. Anheuser-Busch soon opened, followed by Odell which led to a spark in breweries interested in setting up shop in Fort Collins.

ingredient while brewing beer, and breweries sure use a whole lot of it. Breweries in Fort Collins specifically have started to reuse their water. Typically, breweries will take eight to ten barrels of water to make only one barrel of beer. New Belgium Brewing has started to recapture the water not used in the brewing process to then use as steam to power the brewery.

Fort Collins now encourages breweries to establish their roots here because of the economic impact they have on the city. A large number of tourists come to Fort Collins to experience the breweries based here.

There is everything you can ask for at these Fort Collins breweries.

Odell, New Belgium and DC Oakes Brewhouse are all great big breweries that offer a large patio, food and your favorite craft beers right in one spot. With the variety of brewery options in Fort Collins there’s no surprise that Fort Collins is considered by some to be the Napa Valley of beer.

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BEST LIQUOR STORE

Wilbur’s Total Beverage This is not your average liquor store. Wilbur’s Total Beverage caters toward the needs of the customer and provides a large variety of fine wine, beers, and spirits. Located on College Avenue between Drake and Prospect, Wilbur’s Total Beverage leads to a satisfactory purchase for any occasion with various special offerings and beers of the week. When you walk in you’ll find great customer service and endless options. It is easy to see why Wilbur’s Total Beverage was voted as the best liquor store in town.

RUNNERS UP: Mulberry MAX Liquor Store, Campus West Liquors ALSO MENTIONED: C&C Liquor, Prospect Liquors, Pringle’s Fine Wine & Spirits

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The Aggie Theatre Live music always has a way of bringing people together and The Aggie Theatre is no exception. Located in Old Town, The Aggie Theatre has a special place in the hearts of Fort Collins’ residents and has seen countless wonderful shows over the years. Although the venue is small, the impact that it has had on Fort Collins is large.

Seeing a show at the Aggie Theatre is necessary for all those living in Fort Collins and passing through.

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We understand it’s not as close as the Aggie, but if you have time to go up there even just to see the beautiful venue we highly recommend it. If the Mishawaka venue is too far, be sure to check out one of their “Live on the Lanes” shows taking place at Chippers on North College.

The Lincoln Center is a great place to see comedy shows, concerts, plays, musicals, any type of entertainment your heart desires, The Lincoln Center has it all. Check out their schedule to see what they have in store; find something you enjoy and go!

We can’t talk about music venues without mentioning The Lyric and The Armory, both venues to check out on a free night. The Lyric is a locally owned, independent venue featuring independent, foreign and local films and multiple stages for live music. The Armory, located in the historic Fort Collins Armory, is a premier venue featuring local artists and acoustic acts.

BEST SMOKE SHOP

Kind Creations

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Leading the race for the best smoke shop in town is Kind Creations. Locally owned and located across the street from the CSU campus, Kind Creations has been a consistent distributor of hand-blown and high-quality glass pipes, bowls and smoking accessories since 2003.

If you need glass repair, Kind Creations can do that too.

Stop by and check out the huge selection. You may even get to watch a master glass blower at work.

Thank you CSU students for voting LivWell Enlightened Health one of the top dispensaries in Fort Collins. It’s our mission to provide you the best dispensary experience possible, and we thank you for this honor!

RUNNERS UP: Up’n Smoke, Smokey Monkey ALSO MENTIONED: Munchies Supermarket, The Joint

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Organic Alternatives Organic Alternatives prides itself on contributing to a more sustainable industry while simultaneously delivering the best products that Colorado has to offer.

This dispensary offers deals and specials that will not only leave the customer satisfied, but also provide insurance that the product that is being purchased is the best of the best. Organic Alternatives is stocked with premium cannabis that is grown using organic methods, perfect for anyone who may be starting out with cannabis or seasoned veterans looking for top-notch products.

RUNNERS UP: LivWell, Ace’s Place ALSO MENTIONED: Verts, Flower Power, Kind Care ©2022. LivWell Enlightened Health. All Rights Reserved. Colorado only. * Price shown is for pre-weigh flower for LivWell Rewards members. Rec only.

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BEST TATTOO AND PIERCING

Tribal Rites Since 1994, Tribal Rights has been pushing the limits of personal expression and artistic bliss by catering to any service that a customer may desire. From tattoos to piercings and jewelry, Tribal Rites is the perfect location for anyone that wishes to express themselves with great service and quality work. They receive new shipments of jewelry every week as well as expanding their selection of available tattoos with employees that are ready to take on any challenge. If you are looking to make your look more diverse, go no further than Tribal Rites on South College Ave.

RUNNERS UP: Freakshow, Covenant Tattoo ALSO MENTIONED: Millennium, Rocksteady Tattoo

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BEST HAIR SALON

Tuana Hair Design It is always important to be looking your best, no matter the occasion.

No need to fear, however, because Tuana Hair Design has you covered.

Located on College between Laurel and Elizabeth, Tuana Hair Salon offers everything from fresh new cuts to color touch ups all with the best customer service and products bound to leave you looking wonderful.

Check out their services and see for yourself just why Tuana Hair Design was voted as the best hair salon in Fort Collins.

RUNNERS UP: Studio Be Salon, The Parlour ALSO MENTIONED: James Salon, Gallipott, Roots Beauty Studio & Boutique

BEST TANNING SALON

At The Beach Sure, it is wintertime but the desire to achieve that golden tan is always prevalent. At The Beach tanning salon, located on East Harmony, is always providing the best deals and customer service for their clients. Look your best and get that sun-kissed look that you have always desired. Don’t forget to check out their deals for the best prices. The Colorado sun is bound to add some color, but At The Beach is guaranteed to turn heads and leave their customers satisfied and smiling.

RUNNERS UP: Sienna Tan, Aussie Tans

BEST NAIL SALON

L.A. Nails Looking for a nail salon that is going to make everyone turn their heads and notice your hands? Head on down to South Fort Collins on Taft and check out L.A. Nails. Their goal is to make the experience as comfortable and relaxing as possible, all while providing a great final product that will last. L.A. Nails provides all kinds of services from manicures and pedicures to acrylic, solar, gel nails and more. Relaxation and amazing service go a long way and with L.A. Nails, you are guaranteed to leave looking and feeling better than when you walked in.

RUNNERS UP: Nail Bar & Company, Pearl Fox Company ALSO MENTIONED: Peachy Nail Spa, Venus Nails

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BEST WAX SALON

Screamin’ Peach At Screamin’ Peach, they truly do it all. Men and Women will be thoroughly satisfied with their service and care at Screamin’ Peach with excellent prices and customer service. There are two locations in Old Town and South Fort Collins. With services from tanning, waxing, eyebrow shaping and eyelash maintenance what more can you ask for? There is no question that if you need any of these services, Screamin’ Peach is the place to be.

RUNNERS UP: Wax Factory, KB Waxing & Microblading

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Floyd’s 99 With multiple locations in the area, Floyd’s 99 offers customers the absolute best cuts and styles to take on the new year. Predicated on reliability and customer service, this barbershop can turn that mop on your head into a work of art. Their workers are specially trained to be able to accomplish any desired haircut that is brought to them and not only meet expectations but exceed them. Once arriving, customers will not only be enamored by the final product, but by the expertise that goes into the cut and recommended products that will leave you looking fresh for weeks after.

RUNNERS UP: Lucky 27, Lloyd’s Barbershop ALSO MENTIONED: Scissors & Sinners, Two Bit Barbershop

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BEST BOOK STORE

Old Firehouse Books Some may say that the love of reading has been taken over by technology in our world. Old Firehouse Books would argue that notion. With a wide selection of books and readings from accredited authors, Old Firehouse Books has become a staple of Fort Collins and a home for avid readers as Northern Colorado’s largest independent bookstore. Old Firehouse Books also offers wonderful book clubs and provides a vast selection from local authors, truly earning the title of being the best bookstore in Fort Collins.

RUNNERS UP: Barnes & Noble, Bizarre Bazaar ALSO MENTIONED: CSU Bookstore

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Located in Old Town, this wonderful little boutique truly offers anything that you would ever desire. They pride themselves on providing customers with an inclusive and welcoming environment that supports unique and local artisanship since 2002. Kansas City Kitty is truly the pinnacle of what a local shop should be and leaves every customer that enters with a burning desire to return and see what beautiful products are in the store next.

RUNNERS UP: Little Piece of My Heart, Blue Harvest ALSO MENTIONED: Acey Designs, Cira Ltd., Sunday Supply Co.

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RUNNERS UP: Ragstock, Goodwill ALSO MENTIONED: Brand Spanking Used, Eco-Thrift

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1984

Considered to be one of the best dystopian novels, 1984 is a great book to read. Especially if you were fans of books such as The Hunger Games and Divergent. Keep the dystopian theme going and dive deeper into the idea that “Big Brother is watching.”

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by Mary Shelly

If you’re a science fiction fan, start off with this sci-fi classic. We promise the book is better than any depiction of Frankenstein we see in the media.

BEST THRIFT STORE

Arc Thrift Stores don’t just have the best daily deals and the opportunity to find something unique, they also work toward helping people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Arc is one of the largest employers of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Stop by any time during the week to see what deals they have in store for you.

Located right off of College Avenue, it’s easy to support this company that not only provides for its customers but their employees as well.

Frankenstein

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

This book will remind you that money won’t buy happiness. You reevaluate the idea that material possessions and money is not what will make your life complete. Not to mention, like all books, it’s much better than the movie.

by Stephen King If you’re interested in horror, please read this book. Not only is this the only book written by Stephan King set in Colorado, but it is also a book that will make you feel the suspense, far more intense than the movie ever did.

by Jane Austen

No, we didn’t forget about the romance novel fans. This is arguably the best romance book of all time.

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Fashion Trends of 2022

By Kadyn Thorpe The one thing about the fashion world is that it is always changing. Keeping up with fashion trends can be a full-time job. To make it easier, here are the top five biggest trends designers are planning to see in 2022.

1. No shirt, no problem As the years have gone by, the size of shirts have begun to dwindle, so much so that the bra has become the new shirt. Before, wearing a bra as a shirt wouldn’t have been a thought, but people are turning more to a seductive sense of style. Pairing a bralette with more “boyish” clothing such as an oversized jacket or baggy jeans adds a little spice to your outfit.

Invest in a nice sweat set that includes a matching bra and sweatpants. Whether you’re staying in or going out, a bra top is the thing that will make you look and feel great.

2. Sweats, sweats and sweats We all knew that sweats were not going anywhere anytime soon. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020, people have thrown out their uncomfortable jeans and exchanged them for a comfy pair of sweatpants. Since the clothing has been gaining popularity in the last couple of years, fashion designers have made it their mission to make sweats something that isn’t just a stay-at-home clothing piece. Now, you can find pants that are designed to be worn out on the town but are as comfortable as your favorite sweatpants.

This is a trend we love to see, and I think we can all agree, this push toward comfort should never die out.

3. Platforms for the win Who wouldn’t want to be a couple of inches taller? No one. Platform shoes have been sweeping the fashion world by storm.

You can’t go anywhere without seeing someone wearing a pair of Doc Marten boots

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or some of variation of them. The chunky boot that everyone loves has inspired the new wave of popular shoes: the platform. Platform shoes are simply shoes with thick soles. The chunky boots that you can find anywhere you go; those are platform shoes. This trend, however, is not new, platform shoes have been used for thousands of years. This is a recycled trend that we are living for.

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4. Bright and bold This trend took flight in the 1960s and has come back in waves, but in 2022 the fashion world is bringing it back and we could not be more excited. If you think of typical ‘60s clothing you see bright colors and bold patterns, which is exactly what mod is. Designers have taken the beloved bright patterns and put their own Y2K twist on it.

You can find suits, sweats, T-shirts, coats, any article of clothing with mod print on it nowadays. Adding the mod twist to your wardrobe will take your closet to the next level.

5. Oversized everything Comfort is the one trend that has been taking over fashion for the last couple of years.

Oversized everything, pants, jackets, shirts, shoes are all the rage in 2022. People said they were done with uncomfortable tight clothing and traded up. The oversized jackets have made a statement as the perfect accessory.

Oversized items are used to show a light and carefree silhouette, which is the exact thing we all need right now.

Fashion trends are ever changing, but there are some that are here to stay. Don’t be shy, try out some of the biggest fashion trends in 2022, or start your own. Fashion is about expressing yourself through clothes, if these trends don’t resonate with you, try something else. There will always be a way for you to express yourself no matter what’s trending.

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Our advocates are here to serve people, no matter how they identify.

Call us anytime 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year at 970-492-4242 and ask to speak with an advocate. Or use the QR code to see how to connect with a confidential victim advocate virtually or in-person.

BEST HIKE

Horsetooth Rock What is the one place that everyone in Fort Collins always says is a necessity to see? In case you have not been paying attention, the answer is Horsetooth. Hiking on Horsetooth Rock envelops every person in beautiful scenery and diverse spots to traverse the terrain and find something new.

This should be no surprise that it is the best location to hike as it has been a staple of the Fort Collins area for years. You’ll find breathtaking rock formations and views that encapsulate the entire area all at one time.

RUNNERS UP: Arthur’s Rock, Greyrock Mountain Loop

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Jax Mercantile Getting the best gear for your adventures can seem like an arduous task, but at Jax Mercantile, they make it easy for you. Their employees are knowledgeable about everything that is required for the best outdoor experience and are always stocked with top-of-the-line gear. They also offer footwear and apparel that can be enjoyed in everyday life and have truly earned the title of being the best outdoor gear store in Fort Collins.

RUNNERS UP: Sierra Trading Post, REI ALSO MENTIONED: Topo Designs, Outpost Sunsport, Scheels

BEST BIKE SHOP

Recycled Cycles Whether you are getting started with biking or are a seasoned veteran looking for a tune-up, Recycled Cycles is your one-stop shop for everything bikes. They offer maintenance, expert-led rides and premium products for everyone. They are constantly striving to be the best bike shop in town and keep extending their own expectations of what great customer service looks like. Stop by Recycled Cycles and speak to experts to truly start your journey by becoming the best biker and thoroughly taking advantage of all the great locations to bike around Fort Collins and Colorado.

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