January 18th, 2023
February 4
Lindenwood Park, 1905 Roger Maris Dr., Fargo
Registration is now open for the Fargo Park District’s Youth Pond Hockey Day. Why do we play ice hockey? It’s geographical, cold winters and frozen ponds, Get back to the basics and see the sport the way it was meant to be played! “All divisions are co-ed and include 10U, 8U, and 6U. The cost of registration is $120 and can include up to eight players.” But you must be registered by January 30, at FargoParks.com. The games…
January 18th, 2023
February 3, 8pm, $10, 21+
The Aquarium, 226 Broadway N, upstairs
Bummer punk is defined as frequently acoustic, lo-fi indie rock with punk rock snarl, working class growl, utterly raw teenage angst and other descriptions, depending on who you’re talking to. Practitioners often have long beards. For a while, the opening act was To Be Arranged, and come to think of it, that’s a good name for a bummer punk band, given free of charge to anybody who wants it. Pass the Flask, now the…
January 18th, 2023
February 3, 7pm, $36.50 to $66.50
Ralph Engelstad Arena, Grand Forks
The Poyen, Arkansas native has recorded numerous charting and chart-topping hits, starting in 2008 with “I Could Kick Your Ass.” Steve Leggett says Justin has “a ready-made image. He was that good kid from a small town with a rowdy heart of gold who just happened to be able to sing about it.” Matt Bjorke says his music has “a heavy dose of southern country charm and twang.” Priscilla Block jumped into TikTok,…
January 1st, 2023
Friday, January 6; 6pm doors, 7pm music
The Aquarium, Fargo
Hiahli is a live hip-hop act armed with instruments of rock n roll. This Fargo, ND-based group formed in 2020. They were awarded grants through The Arts Partnership to produce a series of studio recordings with multimedia accompaniment.
December 18th, 2022
Moorhead Public Library, 118 5th St S
Tue, Dec 27, 10:30–11am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, special guests and more! Storytime typically lasts for 30-45 minutes and is geared for children ages 3-6, although children of all ages are welcome to join the fun.
December 15th, 2022
Fargo Brewing Company
610 University Dr. N Fargo
Tuesday Dec. 20, 6:30 to 8 pm
Hosted by ACLU of North Dakota, Pints & Politics is an event in Fargo surrounding conversation and community building. It’s an opportunity to socialize and network with ACLU supporters, meet Cody Schuler, the ACLU of North Dakota’s advocacy manager, and learn how their mission is changing North Dakota.
December 15th, 2022
December 22, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
The Essentia Plaza at The Lights
300 32nd Avenue W. in West Fargo
This free and accessible event is the first of its kind and open to all. Bring wheelchairs, ice skates, sleds or any necessary mobility aids and come and play on the outdoor ice rink at The Lights. Stay for family-friendly games, hot chocolate, prizes and a visit from Santa Claus. The event is put on by Dare 2 Stand Out, which promotes inclusion and accessibility for all, regardless of…
November 27th, 2022
Saturday, December 10, doors 8pm, show at 9pm
The Aquarium, Fargo
Heavy fuzz rock straight outta Fargo with Hevvy Swetter and Prediction of the Witch.
“Closely related to stoner rock, it tends to focus upon downtuned, heavy guitar. Vintage or boutique guitar/bass amps and pedals are usually the mainstay for the thick and dense sound.” Yeah, heavy fuzzy riffs and that ain’t the best part, which is that it is addictive. Do not miss!
November 27th, 2022
Downtown Fargo and Moorhead
December 3
2:00-6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
downtownfargo.com
Fargo-Moorhead kicks off the holiday season with a spectacular lighted parade. Look for colorful floats, marching units, regal horses, lighted vehicles of all kinds and waving dignitaries from Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. The parade route starts at Center Avenue and 8th Street in Moorhead at 6:30 before cruising into Downtown Fargo. Make a day of it by stopping by the Holiday Winterfest on 2nd Avenue in…
November 17th, 2022
Theatre B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead
Opening night, Friday, Nov 25, 7:30-9:30pm, tix $5 to $50
The theatre for the brave and curious in its 20th season! “In An Act of God, the universe’s greatest comedian, God, revises the Ten Commandments. She wants to clarify a few things.” “So deliriously funny as a sort of amateur theologian and stand-up comedy genius rolled into one.” “No mere spoof of Bible stories...In typical Theatre B fashion, An Act of God invites the audience to…
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