October 18th, 2017
Sunday, October 22, 1-4pm
Ellendale Opera House, Ellendale, N.D.
Authors to speak and sign their books: Alicia Underlee Nelson, Tony Bender, Rebecca Undem, Bill Caraher, Bret Weber, Lawrence Diggs, Tom Isern, and Suzzanne Kelley; photographer Ken Smith; poet Sharon Chmielarz. All are welcome. 701-349-2490
October 18th, 2017
Sunday, October 22 through Thursday, October 26
Moorhead Center Mall, 510 Center Ave, Moorhead
Contributions of used books accepted. Books for all ages can be dropped off at the space adjacent to the atrium on the east end of the mall. Use the East or City Hall entrance. No encyclopedias, magazines or Readers Digests, please. 218-233-6117
October 18th, 2017
Saturday, October 21, 9pm-1:45am
The Aquarium (above Dempsey’s), 226 Broadway N, Fargo
We’ve been waiting for this, DJ overdose plus the newest West Coast bass music starring Party Wave himself, a rising act backed by some of the most influential blogs in the industry. 21+, $8 advance, $13 door. Just say yes. 701-235-5913
October 18th, 2017
Friday, October 20, 3:30pm to October 22, 4pm
Ramada Inn, 3333 13th Ave S, Fargo
A celebration of sci-fi, fantasy and horror returns with Christopher Judge as their guest of honor. Kid-friendly photo ops and other fun stuff available soon. Troy Denning and James Luceno round out their celebration of Star Wars. 701-235-3333
October 18th, 2017
October 20, 7:15am-5pm; Oct 21, 7:15am-1pm
Fargo Landfill, 45th Street and 7th Avenue North
First-time-ever fall clean-up. Unlike the spring clean-up where the city picks up your junk, you will have to haul your own items to the city landfill -- but it's free to Fargo residents. Some proof of residency may be required. 701-282-2489
October 11th, 2017
Thursday, October 19, 5:30-7:30
Revland Gallery, 6 Broadway Fargo
In celebration of her 80th birthday and 35 years of public service in the ND House and Senate, as well as on the Fargo School Board. Wine, beers, hors d’oeuvres, and cake will be served. Music by Merrill Piepkorn and his band.
October 11th, 2017
Thursday, October 19, 6-8pm
Ecce Art Gallery, 216 Broadway, Fargo
How would one describe the work of Dan Jones? Expressive, regional, atmospheric? You decide. Come celebrate a celebrated regional artist. Exhibit runs: October 19 - November 19
October 11th, 2017
Tuesday, October 17, 8:15-9:15am
Council Chambers, 1025 Roosevelt Ave, DL
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October 11th, 2017
Sunday, October 15 at 8pm
The Aquarium 226 N Broadway
Alt country meets power pop once Dallas based quartet ascends the Aquarium stage this coming Sunday. Lilly Hiatt opens--come early stay late.
October 11th, 2017
Sunday, October 15 at 8pm
Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway
Check out Kevin Jon Scott’s documentary as he follows Modern Man in his documentary, “The making of Beer Man.” Screening will be held in the HoDo lounge.
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