Nestled above the rest of NOCO Estes Park brings a unique perspective and vibe to everything they do, from the cozy day trips from Fort Collins to the artists that call it home. The Art Center of Estes Park is at the heart of this community. Meet: The Art Center of Estes

I approached the counter to learn more and was met by Founder and Owner, Moses Oqueli. With his bright smile and impeccable sense of style, Moses and I chatted about his business and products. Before I walked away, he offered me a cup of Cafe de Olla coffee and a locally-made concha (Mexican-style sweet bun), on the house. His generosity was easy and genuine. I knew I had to come back to learn more.

We are thrilled to begin introducing you to our wonderful business partners, the things that make NOCO truly a unique and special place are the people that make it up and that includes the businesses! Each business we partner with brings something uniquely NOCO to our community. We are kicking off this series with Andrea Bazoin and Well Kind Collective who as an added bonus is also our very first writer with This is NOCO (besides me) she will be bringing you The Kindness Foun

Northern Colorado breweries have often surprised me by the variety that can be found within them. Yes, they all serve beer, but each atmosphere has something unique; you can find your space or spaces depending on the brewery itself. They are doing much more than serving beer to create community; they are supporting local authors with book signings, local musicians, local makers, hosting cooking classes, themed nights, and so much more.

This makes it the perfect time to prioritize ourselves, or someone you know who deserves a moment to step back and reclaim a little magic. The best way to do that is by taking an hour or two for yourself or gifting that time to someone else, and there is no better place than Soak Spa. If you haven’t heard of it, Soak Spa is a locally owned and award-winning spa here in Fort Collins.