Spring 2025 Issue 5

Phemister Trail

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Fort Collins has a new all-purpose bike trail to make your commute to and from CSU safer. This new trail connects the Spring Creek Trail to the Prospect Underpass, safely through The Gardens on Spring Creek, instead of crossing multiple lanes of traffic on Center Ave.

Spring Creek sees seasonal flooding in the bike/pedestrian tunnel under Centre Ave., but a new bridge has been constructed over the creek as part of the project, giving people an outlet for a detour north if the tunnel is blocked by high water. The trail will start near the Gardens on Spring Creek amphitheater and will run north through Lilac Park, then along the east side of the CSU Horticulture Center before reaching the underpass at Prospect. This new trail allows students to easily and safely ride between campus to housing, restaurants, grocery stores, and more south of campus.

Now that the weather is warming up and summer is right around the corner, get on your bike and use this new trail to explore all the magic Fort Collins has to offer!

International House & University Village 1500 CAM-Unity May

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Campus Resource Spotlight: CSU Writing Center

Struggling with a paper or polishing a cover letter? The CSU Writing Center is your go-to resource for free, personalized writing support!

Located in the Eddy Hall, the Writing Center offers one-on-one consultations to help you brainstorm, draft, or revise any writing project -whether it’s an essay, research paper, or even a job application. Their friendly, trained tutors work with students at any stage of the writing process and across all majors. Need feedback fast? You can schedule an appointment online or submit your work for asynchronous feedback through their e-tutoring service. 

They also host workshops on topics like citation styles and creative writing to boost your skills. Plus, the cozy, welcoming vibe makes it a great spot to get inspired! 

Why not stop by? Whether you’re a freshman tackling your first college essay or a senior crafting a grad school application, the CSU Writing Center has the tools to help you shine. Drop in, say hello, and make it a part of your CSU experience!

Restaurant of the Week

A concrete walkway with a red covered overhang that reads “Young’s Café.” The sides of the walkway have 3 tall red planters on each side with colorful leaves and flowers growing from them.

Address: 3307 South College Ave

Hours: Every day 11 am-9:30 pm, Friday and Saturday open until 10 pm

Young’s Cafe has been the first Vietnamese restaurant to open in Fort Collins since 1987. Family independently owned and operated, Young’s Cafe continually sets the high standard to provide you with a pleasant but different experience in Oriental dining. Vietnamese cuisine has its influence from Chinese and French cooking. However, its light, delicate, and fresh flavor makes Vietnamese cuisine unique in its own way. Our menu emphasizes dishes prepared with fresh and natural ingredients, which makes our food ideal for health and quality cuisine. Please make your reservation by calling us at 970-223-8000 for lunch or dinner. Our passion for providing you with the highest quality dishes makes us the ideal choice for gourmet Vietnamese in Fort Collins, CO. Call us or stop in today.

Recipe of the Week

Wisconsin Butter Burgers:

Ingredients:

  • 1-pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 – pound fresh mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons plus 4 teaspoons of butter, divided 
  • 4 hambuger buns, split

Optional toppings include tomato slices, lettuce leaves, dill pickle slices, ketchup, and mustard.

Directions:

  1. Sprinkle ground beef with seasoned salt and pepper. Pulse mshrooms in a food processor until finely chopped. Add to seasoned beef, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in thick patties.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add burgers; cook 6-8 minutes on each side, basting with butter, until a thermometer reads 160* 
  3. Remove from heat; keep warm. Add bun tops to the skillet and toast until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts:

1 Burger: 400 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.

Popular FoCo events in May 2025

May 2

Cinco de Mayo Client Appreciate Social
Join it for a fun-filled evening at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant as they celebrate and show their gratitude to clients. Enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine, refreshing drinks, and great company. Toast to successful partnerships and the exciting projects ahead. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to mingle, network, and have a fantastic time. (Photo credit: https://allevents.in)

May 16

Sound Bath with Gemstone-Infused Singing Bowls

 

Enjoy 60 minutes of gemstone-infused crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, quartz pyramid sound resonance with guided meditation for deep relaxation.

 

Allow the cells and energy of the body to reintegrate and renew for optimal well-being.

This event releases stress, calms the nervous system, and deepens relaxation. Develop stronger access to your greatest strengths, talents, higher wisdom, joy, and deeper peace.

(Photo credit: https://allevents.in)

May 31

Global Sounds

Bohemian Nights presents Global Sounds, celebrating music from around the world on two stages: Old Town Square and Linden Street. This one-day event is free to attend and open to the public. Live music kicks off at Noon and will end at 6:30 PM. This incredible lineup features performances by Ozomatli, CIMAFUNK, Blessing Bled Chimanga, Banda La Patrona, Sheela Bringi, and Gora Gora Orkestar.

(Photo credit: bohemianlivemusic.org)

University Village 1600 & 1700 CAM-Unity May

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A Guide to a Fun Family Friendly May in FoCo

May is one of the most vibrant months in Fort Collins – the flowers are blooming, the patios are buzzing, and the calendar is packed with fun, local events. Whether you love the outdoors, live music, local flavors, or scenic bike rides, May in Fort Collins has something for you. From family-friendly Fun to end-of-semester escapes, the city offers activities for all ages during this lively time of year.

🌼 Explore the Outdoors

Spring is the perfect time to hit the trails! Horsetooth Reservoir and Lory State Park are local favorites for hiking, biking, and scenic picnics. Wildflowers begin to bloom in April, creating a colorful backdrop for weekend adventures. Don’t forget your camera and a reusable water bottle.

🎶 Thursday Night Live Returns!

Every Thursday, May-September

🎵Free outdoor concerts are back at Old Town Square! Hosted by the Bohemian Foundation, these family-friendly shows start at 7 p.m. and feature a variety of local and regional musicians. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy spring evenings downtown. 

🌸 Spring Farmers Markets

Get your fresh produce, handmade goods, and baked treats at local markets:

  • Fort Collins Farmers Market – Sundays at Foothills Mall
  • Larimer County Farmers Market – Saturdays in Old Town (opens May 18) Perfect for finding spring flowers, local honey, and Colorado-grown veggies! 

The Fort Collins Farmers Market returns in full swing with fresh produce, handmade goods, and local treats. Starting in early May, head to the Foothills Mall on Sundays or the Larimer County Fairgrounds for midweek shopping. It’s a great way to support local farmers and artisans while enjoying the sunshine.

🚴‍♀️ Fort Collins celebrates bikes all month long!

Check out Bike to Work (or Wherever) Day on May 29, where local businesses set up breakfast stations for riders. More cycling events and safety workshops can be found via Bike Fort Collins.

🌞 Welcome the Warmth

Whether it’s sipping coffee on a sunny patio, enjoying a scenic drive through Poudre Canyon, or simply walking through blooming neighborhoods, spring in Fort Collins offers something for everyone. So, dust off your hiking shoes, grab a friend, and enjoy the season of renewal.

For more information, visit the link here.

Useful Tips for Upcoming Garden Programs

Hello UV Community,

The 2025 UV Garden program was launched in early April by promoting it through distributing flyers at each apartment’s door clip and making announcements in Teams throughout International House, UV 1500, 1600, and 1700. Depending on availability, a raffle will be conducted on April 21st for registered residents to win a plot. Residents from International House, UV 150,0 and 1600 are included in the raffle for UV 1600 garden because of proximity, and those who aren’t selected will be assigned to the UV 1700 garden according to availability. There are some more tips to know about logistics of gardening:

1. Risk of Frost: Planting outdoors can only start after Mother’s Day (May 11th), and it is suggested to be delayed until June as the risk of frost lasts until the end of May. The following table shows average frost dates (32 degrees or lower) by zip code 80521 based on historical climate data. Indoor planting for seedlings can be started after the announcement of winners in the raffle at the end of April, by assigned plot numbers will be shared with winners on May 7th.

2. City of Fort Collins Free Mulch: Mulch can help preserve moisture and prevent excessive weeds in plots. We recommend two self-load sites to get some mulch. 

3. Interact with other garden members in the UV gardens: Saying hello to each other and interacting with other garden members would be a good way to obtain some more useful knowledge about planting. There must be some experienced and professional gardeners. You can help and get help watering plants while away.  

4. A Place to buy seeds and seedlings: Plantorium Greenhous & Nursery 2933 West County Road 54G, Fort Collins, CO 80524. You can get healthy, fresh, and acclimated plants from this family-owned greenhouse.