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​Stef Chura

August 17th, 2016

Wednesday, August 24, doors 5:30pm

The New Direction, 14 Roberts Street downstairs, Fargo

Only a few more shows at one of our favorite venues, and this is a good one. Stef and her band (SC, vocals and guitar; Clancy on drums; Shelley Salant on bass) are the personification of DIY -- different, original, and interesting. How much? TND haven’t decided yet, but probably $7, maybe $10.  

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​John Hanson and Rob Nilsson’s “Prairie Fire” screening and discussion

August 17th, 2016

Tuesday, August 23, 7-8:30pm

Fargo Theatre, 314 N Broadway

Prairie Fire" is a 30 minute documentary by John Hanson and Rob Nilsson, creators of the North Dakota film“Northern Lights”. “Prairie Fire” is the first of three award winning documentaries focusing on how North Dakota farmers and workers banded together to reclaim power from Eastern corporate interest groups. A discussion will follow the film.

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​2nd Annual Fargo Flea Market

August 17th, 2016

Sunday, August 21, 8am-5pm

Red River Valley Fairgrounds, 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo

Vintage pieces, flea market finds, repurposed and upcycled goods, arts and crafts, and much more. Food vendors, junk re-sellers, boutiques, artists. Child-friendly, plenty of parking. Some vendors accept credit cards; all accept cash.

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​Volbeat with Killswitch Engage & Black Wizard

August 17th, 2016

Thursday, August 25, 7:30pm

Scheel’s Arena, 5225 31st Ave S, Fargo

The dominant Danish metal band. We said metal but the leader, Michael Poulson, is a big fan of Elvis and you can hear it. Breakthrough album ‘Beat the Meat;’ opened for Metallica and Megadeth. Last two albums ‘Guitar Gangsters,’ and ‘Outlaw Gentlemen’ were number one all over Europe. All ages. 

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​Fargo Food Truck Festival

August 17th, 2016

Friday, August 19, 1-6pm

ND Horse Park, 5180 19th Ave N, Fargo

Twenty food trucks, Shotgun Sally’s to serve drinks and sell weekend wristband passes, limit 1,000. Including at no extra charge the First Annual Horse Park Beach Volleyball Tourney, applications to play still available. Friday live entertainment: 32 Below, At the Emporium; Saturday, Michael Leier Band.

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Texas Hippie Coalition with Scott Biram

August 10th, 2016

Thursday, August 18; doors 7pm, show 8pm

The Sanctuary, 670 4th Ave N, Fargo

Heavy metal from Denison, Texas. Fans call them THC. Our favorite album is ‘Peacemaker.’ ‘Ride On’ is nice too: ‘...our way of letting everybody know that rock and roll ain’t dead.’ Oh, and the song off their second album, ‘Pissed Off and Mad About It.’ 21+

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100-PERSON-RIDE

August 10th, 2016

Tuesday, August 16, 6-9pm

Great Northern Bicycle Company, 425 Broadway N, Fargo

Is it your first time? Start at the back. Don’t make any sudden moves. Keep your hands near the brakes. Watch out for potholes, oil, speed bumps, and oncoming cars on narrow roads. It’s okay to spit or blow your nose, but first move away from the group. 

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​DigiTour Summer

August 10th, 2016

Saturday, August 13; doors 3pm, show 4pm

Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway, Fargo

Different and interesting. Today’s hottest social media stars. Featured acts will include Jake T. Austin, Sammy Wilk, Baby Ariel, Dylan Dauzat, Weston Koury, Dyllan Murray and many more. All ages, reserved seating. 

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Source #4 with Jordash b2b aveey

August 10th, 2016

Saturday, August 13, 9:30pm 

The Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 Broadway, Fargo 

Prepare to dance your pants off with this four hour back to back DJ set. It has been nearly four years since the two played back to back. Low lights, solid dance floor, and real good feel good vibes.

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​Free Developmental Screening

August 10th, 2016

Friday, August 12, 8am-4pm

Pediatric Therapy Partners, 3060 Frontier Way S, Fargo

Questions or concerns regarding your child’s development? Please call ahead to schedule a time for your free screening: (701) 364-3945. Early Intervention Partners can answer any questions you may have.

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