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​Sunday night mixology lab

May 25th, 2016

Sunday, May 29, 7pm, The Boiler Room

The Boiler Room, 210 Broadway, Fargo

Inspired by HPR’s Cocktail Showdown? Would you like to learn to make cocktails? Now you can, tutored by award-winning experts at the Boiler Room Mixology Laboratory. Learn about different spirits and try your hand at making a cocktail yourself. Two mixologists host the class of 12, and the $30 registration fee includes four handcrafted cocktails plus appetizers. Downstairs in the historic Loretta building, the…

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Historians in golf carts

May 25th, 2016

Saturday, May 28, 9am-5pm

Ft Abercrombie, Abercrombie ND

Fort Abercrombie, founded in 1857, the original gateway to what would become North Dakota: Civil War reenactment, this year including guides with golf carts, who give tours and answer questions. And why not have lunch at the excellent Fort Saloon & Mess Hall? (701) 553-8513 

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SOURCE presents House/Techno

May 25th, 2016

Friday, May 27, 9:30pm-1:45am

The Aquarium (Dempsey’s Upstairs), 226 Broadway, Downtown Fargo

“Jordash: House/Techno; Guy Jean: Deep House/Dub Techno. We’re at it again, House ‘n Techno heads unite! Minimal lighting, solid dance floor, proper vibes.” $5/21+Friday

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​Wandering Ghost Gallery

May 25th, 2016

Friday, May 27, 12 noon - 11:59pm,

The Former Goodyear Tire, 401 Broadway N, Fargo

FREE ADMISSION, Original Art by over 30 artists! Demos, original art available, meet some of the artists and yap. See the work of Punchgut, Athena Funk, Todd Bratrud and many many more. 

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​Judgment of Moorhead

May 18th, 2016

Tuesday, May 24, 6-9 p.m.

Rourke Museum, 219 Main Ave, Moorhead

On May 24, 1976, for the first time, California wines were tasted with the finest Bordeaux and Burgundies by eminent French critics. Now, 40 years later, this historic event is recreated by Crate & Compass, Luna Fargo, Small Lot MN, The Wine Company, Riedel Glassware, and You you you! Not just wine but goodies of all descriptions to savor.

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Just Eat It: Documentary Screening

May 18th, 2016

Monday, May 23, 7-8:15 p.m.

Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N, Fargo 

“Filmmakers Jen and Grant dive into the issue of waste, from farm through retail all the way to the back of their own fridge. After catching a glimpse of the billions of dollars of good food that is tossed each year, they pledged to quit grocery shopping cold turkey and survive only on foods that would otherwise be thrown away.” 

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​Unknown Mortal Orchestra

May 18th, 2016

Friday, May 20, 7 p.m.

The Aquarium (Dempsey’s Upstairs), 226 Broadway Upstairs

Major songwriting talent, many awards, world tour, be there or regret it ever after --They’ll go back to New Zealand and won’t come back for a long time. Many sold-out dates, still some tickets left as we go to press. 

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​Vegan Lunch at the Toasted Frog

May 18th, 2016

Friday, May 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Toasted Frog, 305 Broadway North, Fargo

A one-time-only affair, open to all (21+). Chef Steven Schulz will be serving 2 different lunch choices, both Vegan. Both plates will be available for just $10. Choose Plate 1, roasted garlic and jalapeno gazpacho plus spring mix and avocado salad with tequila dressing; or Plate 2, vegan tacos with chipotle and cilantro-steamed rice. We’ll order both. 

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​Red River Watercolor Society: Reception and Awards

May 18th, 2016

Thursday, May 19 6-8:30 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

The 23rd Annual National Watermedia exhibition includes a range of artistic expression from abstraction to realism. This exhibition is brought to you thanks to the work of many, including Fargo artists Karen Bakke and Diane Harrison. 

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​The Sixties Sensation

May 18th, 2016

Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m.

Bluestem Amphitheatre, 801 50th Ave SW, Moorhead

The Sixties Sensation, starring the original Herman, Peter Noone; including the best Beatles tribute band The Fab Four; and the Lovin’ Spoonful including two original members and one who joined two years later.

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