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​Rise and Reclaim: An art show celebrating International Women’s Day

March 15th, 2025

On view through March 31

215 N. 3rd St, Grand Forks

The Equal Rights Association (ERA NOW), Arts for Vets, and the Women’s Fund have joined forces in hosting an art exhibition in celebration of International Women’s Day. The 2025 International Women’s Day theme is “Accelerate Action.” Organizers of the event chose the words “Rise and Reclaim,” which were inspired by Maya Angelou’s poem “Still I Rise” and the Maxine Waters quote “Reclaiming my time.” This…

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​Jeffrey Lewis and The Voltage

March 15th, 2025

Friday, March 28, 6:30 p.m.

Parachigo, 14 8th Street S., Fargo

“The EVEN MORE Freewheelin' Jeffrey Lewis” is NYC based anti-folk pioneer Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage’s latest album, they’re kicking off their tour asap and they’re coming to Parachigo. Just when you think things can’t get any better we see that they’re sharing the bill with local heroes Grasping Straws, and Big Hank. This will be an all ages show you won’t want to miss!

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Stories From the Attic reception and exhibit

March 15th, 2025

March 21, 5-7 p.m.

Exhibition on view, now through April 15

Spirit Room, 111 Broadway N., Fargo

Check out this photography exhibition featuring 40 archival photographs of 15 local photographers. Works include a variety of subject matter including portraits, botanical pieces, landscapes and more. https://www.spiritroom.org/

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​Celtic Festival

March 8th, 2025

Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County, Hjemkomst Center

202 1st Avenue N., Moorhead

Let’s be real, Irish culture is on everyone’s mind in mid-March, so why not expand your horizons and learn about the history, folk traditions and arts of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Galicia, Scotland and Wales in addition to Ireland at this annual event. Experience live demonstrations, music, art, food and storytelling. tinyurl.com/46y9c6hf

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Crash the Decks: National Drummer vs DJ Tournament 2025, Round 1

February 28th, 2025

Friday March 7, 8 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N. Broadway, Fargo

DJs and drummer teams compete head to head and have the opportunity to compete for the national championships in November. DJs are judged on performance and creativity. Drummers are judged on their performance both with their DJ and on their solo performance. Crowd participation and team chemistry are also key elements. Winners of this round will advance to the championship round in September. Want to join the competition or find…

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​North Dakota Winter Show

February 28th, 2025

March 5-9

700 7th Street S.E., Valley City

Experience the 88th annual Winter Show. Did you know this is the longest running ag show in North Dakota? Don’t miss out on the PRCA and ranch rodeos, live music, draft horse and classic tractor pulls, vendor shows, an auctioneer contest, food and more. Find the full schedule of events at northdakotawintershow.com/wintershow-schedule.

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​Fargo-Moorhead Comic-Con

February 21st, 2025

February 28- March 2

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center, 3333 13th Avenue. S, Fargo

Love comics? Fargo-Moorhead Comic-Con is calling fans of all ages because this is your gateway to all things pertaining to comic fandom. Check out vendors, meet creators, check out panels and grab your costume if you have one because the cosplayers will be out and about. For more information visitvalleycon.com.

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​North Central Hootenanny: A celebration of regional bluegrass music

February 10th, 2025

February 22, 6-7pm

Empire Arts Center, 415 Demers Avenue, Grand Forks

Polish up your dancin’ shoes there’s a hootenanny in Grand Forks that you won’t want to miss. Twin Cities-based Pert Near Sandstone joins forces with Pick City-based MoonCats, one of North Dakota’s finest who describe themselves as “Americonscious campfire folk.” Don’t miss out on this fun, footstompin’ night of Midwest music!

https://www.empireartscenter.com/

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​Braddock Annual Nut Fry

February 4th, 2025

February 15, 6-9 p.m.

Miss Kitty’s, 5855 16th Ave SE, Braddock, North Dakota

What better way to celebrate the day after Valentine’s Day than with a nut fry? Mind you, we’re not talking about chestnuts roasting on an open fire…Not into Rocky Mountain oysters? A feast of fried goodness will await guests such as fried fish, jalapeño caps, chicken hearts “and whatever else ends up in the fryer” according to their Facebook page. This is small town fun (and fare) at its best. A free…

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​Featured Artist Artside Chat: Anna Johnson

January 27th, 2025

February 6, 6-7 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

Love local art? You won’t want to miss out on this Artside Chat with two-spirit Chippewa artist Anna Johnson. While you’re there, check out her exhibition “Gigawaabimin.” This current body of work explores themes of loss, resilience, discrimination within the system, as well as Native identity. Johnson’s work incorporates traditional materials such as birch bark, medicinal plants, and even ledger paper into her…

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