Art, Animals & a Good Cause 🐾🎨
🐾 Art, Animals & a Feel-Good Weekend
Happy Friday, FoCo !
Looking for a meaningful way to kick off your weekend? This free Fort Collins art walk blends local creativity with an even better cause — supporting wildlife right here in Northern Colorado. Come for the art, stay for the animal ambassadors, and leave knowing your presence helps protect the creatures that make this place special.
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🐾 Art That Gives Back in Fort Collins
Hey FoCo friends — if you’re looking for something meaningful (and totally free) to do this weekend, this one checks all the boxes. Crafts for Creatures brings local art, wildlife ambassadors, and community together for a feel-good evening that directly supports animals in need across Northern Colorado. Come browse, mingle, and maybe even meet a few feathered or furry residents along the way.
🎨 Crafts for Creatures Benefit
📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Northern Colorado Wildlife Center, 2637 Midpoint Dr., Suite E
🎟️ FREE admission
This art walk-style benefit features works from artists across multiple mediums — and here’s the best part: 100% of art sales go directly to wildlife rehabilitation, education, and advocacy efforts in Northern Colorado. Expect light snacks, refreshments, and opportunities to meet the center’s animal ambassadors while learning more about the incredible work being done behind the scenes.
👉 Artists can also donate pieces through January 16, so spread the word if you know a creator who wants to support a great cause.
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💚 Support Wildlife, Support Local
Whether you leave with a new piece of art or just a deeper appreciation for FoCo’s wildlife community, this is one of those events that reminds us how much good can happen when locals show up for locals — human and animal alike.
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