Does Fort Collins have what it takes to be a top 100 arts town?

We think so.

And, at a very early breakfast meeting featuring John Villani, the author of The 100 Best Arts Towns in America, 35 citizens of Fort Collins who are devoted to arts and culture think so, too.

Villani told the group that he believes that "a University town like Fort Collins - with an impressive theater community and diversity in visual and performing arts has real potential to make a national impact."

Pretty heady stuff. And, not out of reach.

And now, in the afterglow of a successful launch and flipping the switch on our website and some preliminary communications tools, we recognize that our real work begins today. We remain grateful to the many people in our community who want to join us in this journey.

Have any big ideas with the potential to differentiate Fort Collins nationally?

Thank you Fort Collins!

What a great evening. Great music, food and friends - and let's not mention the perfect weather.

So many people to thank for such a great show of support. We hope you are looking forward to more Beet Street programming.

So tell us the truth - What did you enjoy? And, in your opinion, what didn't work?

We wouldn't ask if we didn't want to know!