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Bad Bad Hats

October 29th, 2024

Thursday, November 7, 8 p.m.

The Aquarium above Dempsey’s, Fargo

The Minneapolis indie rock duo Bad Bad Hats hits the Fargo stage promoting their brand new, self-produced album titled “Bad Bad Hats.” Their name came from a song from the series based on the children’s book “Madeline," which they felt fit their youthful, catchy, playful melodies.

https://aquariumfargo.com/event/jade-presents-bad-bad-hats/

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​6×6 Anniversary Show: A Celebration of 60 Years of Creativity

October 29th, 2024

November 7–December 14

The Arts Center, Jamestown

This invitational exhibition celebrates and highlights the creativity in the area by showcasing 6x6 inch works from artists of all ages, from emerging creatives to established professionals. The online auction opens November 11 and closes November 23.

https://live-jamestown-arts.pantheonsite.io/

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​Shane Balkowitsch Book Signing

October 29th, 2024

Saturday, November 2, 12-3 p.m.

North Dakota Heritage Center, 612 E. Boulevard Ave. Bismarck

Ambrotypist Shane Balkowitsch celebrates his third book of portraits, “Northern Plains Native Americans: A Modern Wet Plate Perspective” with not only a signing, but with a drumming performance from Hunts Along, and a flute performance by Keith Bear, both of MHA nation.

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​Eden Parker’s Hallo-weekend Extravaganza

October 21st, 2024

November 1-2, 9 p.m.

Downtown VFW, 202 N Broadway, Fargo

Eden Parker hosts two nights of music and mayhem with everything from original music, piano bar sing-alongs, to Halloween hymns. Dress up for the costume contest, drink up and grab a few jello shots, grab your favorite ghoul and be sure to polish up those dancing shoes, because Eden’s in town! And stay tuned, because he’s coming out with a new album and accompanying book, his largest undertaking to date.

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​What the Constitution Means to Me

September 19th, 2024

October 4-20, Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.

Theatre B, 210 10th St. N in Moorhead

This funny, earnest and hopeful play is a breath of fresh air heading into election season. Playwright Heidi Schreck paid for her college tuition by giving speeches about the Constitution as a teenager and this play introduces the audience to her younger self by bringing those speeches to life. The action onstage examines the Constitution as a document and details how it has shaped both…

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​Art Leap 2024

September 19th, 2024

September 28-29

Park Rapids and Heartland Lakes region, Minnesota

Hop in the car and cruise the backroads to visit artists’ studios and cultural destinations dotted throughout Heartland Lakes and Park Rapids. (If you’re lucky, you’ll see some colorful fall leaves as well. Fingers crossed!) The event is free and features 28 different sites and more than 100 artists. There’s no need to be an art expert to enjoy the fun since the event is open to all. heartlandarts.org/

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​Marquay Belcher Roast

September 19th, 2024

Saturday, September 21, 8 p.m.

The Cellar Comedy Club, 614 Main Ave., Fargo

You may know him as Marquay or you may know him as Morplay Katana. He DJs, he’s funny and now some of Fargo’s funniest are serving him right and ready. Featured comedians include Josh Dullea, David Standal, Blaise Kautzman, Bethany Abeln, Dylan Gronlund, Greg Hobbs, Parker Boone, Tim Jones, Yousha, Zack Rittenhouse, Ruby Richard, and Nathan Roe. $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door. The venue is located below Front…

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​Vergas Back Roads Art Crawl

September 19th, 2024

Saturday, September 21, 2024, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

In and around Vergas, Minnesota

Meet 12 artists at eight locations, with prize drawings at each spot. Enjoy blacksmith demonstrations at Jody Marquardt’s farm (33454 Sybil Lake Road in Vergas) and art at Billy’s Corner Bar and Brianna Mae Designs in downtown Vergas. Play with clay at Carol JS Albright’s studio (1210 East Frazee Avenue in Frazee), see turning lathe demos at Dan Modrow’s Turning Nature Studio, or watch Leona Rogers…

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​Stray Cats Summer Tour

July 18th, 2024

Thursday, August 8, gates 5 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.

Bluestem Amphitheater, 801 50th Avenue S., Moorhead

Formed by guitarist/vocalist Brian Setzer, upright bass player Lee Rocker and drummer Slim Jim Phantom, The Stray Cats kick-started the rockabilly revival in the 1980s with their leather jackets, slick pompadours and unique sound. The band is known for hits such as “Rock This Town,” “Stray Cat Strut,” and many more. This tour brings their music to old and new fans.

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​The Capital A’Fair

July 18th, 2024

August 3, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

August 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

North Dakota State Capitol Grounds

600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck

One of the region’s largest and most-loved outdoor art festivals celebrates 50 years in 2024. Come to the Capitol Grounds to try street food from over a dozen vendors, to hear live music, and to experience interactive art demonstrations, check out two car shows, and bring the kids to create chalk art and jump on the inflatables. The Capital A'Fair features over 120 vendors.


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