Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Retailer rebounds after bankruptcy: Party City is back as an in-store experience at Staples, rolling out nationwide and in Colorado. Fort Collins shoppers can already find it inside the local Staples location -- read the full story.

Expanded care in Northern Colorado: Banner Health opens its new Timnath clinic today at 5451 E. Harmony Road, offering family medicine, pediatrics, and a Horizon lab with walk-in testing, replacing the Signal Tree Drive site -- learn more about the expansion.

Spotlighting foundational and new talents: Loveland’s Governor’s Art Show is underway through June 6, showcasing Colorado artists and a one-time 250/150/35 Governor’s Legacy Award. Newcomer Faye Crowe joins this year’s lineup -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Crave sliders and poutine? Make The Colorado Room your low-key move this week. Gourmet sammys and legit poutine hit the spot, the walls double as a local art gallery, and the drinks stay Colorado-first with craft beers, house cocktails, and cheeky infusions if you’re not in a beer mood.

Indie flicks, hometown vibes: Skip the scroll and let The Lyric set tonight’s vibe... fresh releases, throwback gems, and quirky special screenings that make weeknights feel like weekends. Bring a friend, claim a seat, and let your brain take a quick vacation.

Colombian cravings, solved: When the arepa urge hits, Yellow Crunch comes through with scratch-made empanadas, build-your-own arepas, and the kind of Bandeja Paisa that makes you cancel plans. Wash it down with a Colombiana or a Medallo Mule, then pretend you’re booking flights to Medellín.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🔥 Beltane Blessings and Community Maypole @ The Lyric | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:00 PM – Celebrate Beltane the local way with a joyful community maypole, shared delights, and just enough woo to make your inner Taurus purr. Bring a poem, bread, or a story, not literal soup. Expect laughter, flower crowns, and zero judgment about your two left feet.

♻ E-Waste Drive @ Intel | Thursday (4/30) at 10:00 AM – Got a closet full of retired gadgets and a drawer of mystery cables? Drop them at the Dell and Intel e-waste drive for free, responsible recycling, feel virtuous while clearing space. Any brand welcome, monitors and printers too, no televisions, and supports Goodwill of Colorado.

🎉 Spring Fest 2026 @ C.B. & Potts - Collindale Golf Course | Thursday (4/30) at 6:30 PM – CB & Potts hosts the school's biggest fundraiser, with food, drinks, and a live auction, because nothing says community like a bidding war for art and experience packages. Adults welcome. Bring grandparents and your competitive friend, and snag early bird tickets to support the school.

🏺 Spring Potters' Sale @ Northside Aztlan Community Center | Friday (5/1) at 3:00 PM – Nothing beats scoring handmade mugs, bowls, and one-of-a-kind gifts at a three-day pottery sale, then pretending they were always for Mom. Thirty-five local artists, real craft, real community support. Spring for the $10 early entry if you like first pick, and fewer elbows.

🎨 Stained Glass Daisy Art Class @ Blue Moose Art Gallery | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Grab your sensible shoes and make a stained glass daisy you will actually display. No experience needed, all tools provided, and you get precut petals plus a faceted center. Tie back your hair, enjoy foiling and soldering, then take home a five inch bloom.

👕 Kids Clothing Swap @ City Park | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Think your kid outgrows shirts between breakfast and lunch? Swing by the free Kids Clothing Swap at City Park’s pavilion by the playground, bring gently used threads for ages newborn to 10, or just shop, all welcome, reusable paintable tote included, and please RSVP.

🐐 Baby Goat Yoga @ Foothills | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Out in the foothills, downward dogs come with actual kids. This beginner-friendly yoga class surrounds you with playful baby goats, gentle stretches, and shameless photo ops. Expect movement, smiles, and plenty of cuddles, plus that smug glow of doing something wholesome.

This Old Town Craftsman spans a double lot steps from Old Town Square, City Park, and the Poudre Trail. A 2023 chef’s kitchen shines with custom Milarc cabinetry, double islands, leathered Dolomite, and Miele appliances. Two climate-controlled garages fit six, plus a vaulted carriage house with wet bar, a patio with gas fireplace, a heated treehouse, sauna, generator, and breezeway.