February 4th, 2016
Support the local hip hop scene as Fargo group Blitz & Butch perform tracks from their upcoming mixtape and others from their release “The Cousin of Sleep.” DJ Bucknastee from 33 1/3 Revolutionaries will play new and old hip hop tracks and also performing are Zen People, DJs Cheef and M.E.P., Voices Off Camera and MC Kid Neptune.
February 4th, 2016
William Shakespeare is hired to write the true history of the Gunpowder Plot, the terrorist plot to blow up Parliament on Nov. 5, 1605. As the King’s Men investigate, they discover not everything is as it seems. A company of six brings over forty characters to life in this production that puts Shakespeare himself into the play. And yes, there will be witches. The official opening is Friday night, with a pay-as-you-wish preview Thursday at…
January 30th, 2016
Jack Dura’s photography demonstrates the variety of landscapes North Dakota offers in multiple locations. In his first art show, Dura will talk about his travels, photography and the state. Refreshments will be provided and parking is available in the T lot south of Minard
January 29th, 2016
The Minneapolis punk trio, who were inspirational behind the feminist riot grrrl movement, will play Fargo for the first time since reuniting in 2015. The band formed in 1987 and released three albums in the ’90s before playing their last show in 2001. New York City band Ageist featuring Moorhead native Eric Odness and the Hold Steady's Bobby Drake will open for them.
January 29th, 2016
Border Battle Bike Race on the Red River returns this winter. The 10K course takes riders through bike paths, prairie tundra and on the frozen Red River. The race offers two categories for participation, skinny bikes (tires less than three inches) and fat bikes. A post-race party will be held at Great Northern Bicycle Co. where riders will receive a meal, a beverage and a shirt for participating. Awards will be given to…
January 29th, 2016
A benefit show for Project HART will be held with a variety of bands performing. Project HART is a transitional housing program for homeless veterans where residents work toward independent living. Kipp G, Crab Legs, Too Fast for Frank and Hannah Westerholm will perform. There is a $5 donation fee.
January 27th, 2016
In their third year, LaserFest offers pulsing beats, incredible imagery and dazzling laser light effects with music from over five decades. The show offers everything from rock, pop, metal and alternative. Tickets can be purchased online at the MSUM box office or at the door.
January 27th, 2016
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At the closing reception of the Hysterical Sublime exhibition, which features recent artwork from student artists examining our interaction with data in the contemporary world, a select group of artists will speak about their creative studies in photography and digital media. The event is free and open to the public.
January 24th, 2016
Edmonton indie rocker Calvin Love will perform at January’s Aquarium night at Dempsey’s. Love has toured through Fargo before and recently released “Super Future,” his first album for Broken Social Scene’s record label Arts & Crafts. There is no cover charge for the show.
January 24th, 2016
Ugly Food of the North presents a community conversation about the role of chefs in the sustainable food movement. Topics are to include sourcing locally, reducing food waste, controlling food and labor costs and other challenges. Local chefs, such as Brian Diumenti from the Hotel Donaldson and Emily Swedberg from Lucid Bakery, will be present to give their insight on topics. Following the talk will be an informal social…
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By Winona LaDukewinona@winonaladuke.com The business of Indian Hating is a lucrative one. It’s historically been designed to dehumanize Native people so that it’s easier to take their land. ‘Kill the Indian, save the man,”…
By Winona LaDukewinona@winonaladuke.comThere’s not really a word for reconciliation, it's said in our language. There’s a word for making it right. To talk about reconciliation in terms of the relationship between Indigenous…
December 16, 18-20, 12 p.m.Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N., FargoDon’t miss an annual Fargo Theatre holiday tradition. The Red River Theatre Organ Society presents (almost) a full week of holiday concerts on the Mighty Wurlitzer…
By Jim Fugliejimfuglie920@gmail.com Okay, so last month I promised you a woman President of the United States. So much for my predictability quotient. Lesson 1: Never promise something you can’t control. And nobody, not even…
By Ed Raymondfargogadfly@gmail.comWill God Ever Text Margaret Back and Answer Her Prayers?More than 50 years ago a young Judy Blume wrote about 13-year-old Margaret Simon in a contemporary realistic novel titled “Are You There,…
By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com Holiday wine shopping shouldn’t have to be complicated. But unfortunately it can cause unneeded anxiety due to an overabundance of choices. Don’t fret my friends, we once again have you covered…
By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com In this land of hotdish and ham, the knoephla soup of German-Russian heritage seems to reign supreme. In my opinion though, the French have the superior soup. With a cheesy top layer, toasted baguette…
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By John Showalterjohn.d.showalter@gmail.com Local band Zero Place has been making quite a name for itself locally and regionally in the last few years. Despite getting its start during a time it seemed the whole world was coming to…
By Greg Carlsongregcarlson1@gmail.com Writer-director Nicole Riegel’s sophomore feature “Dandelion” is now playing in theaters following a world premiere at South by Southwest in March. The movie stars KiKi Layne as the…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comIn 1974, the Jamestown Arts Center started as a small space above a downtown drugstore. It has grown to host multiple classrooms, a gallery, performance studio, ceramic studio and outdoor art park.…
By John Showalterjohn.d.showalter@gmail.comHigh Plains Reader had the opportunity to interview two mysterious new game show hosts named Milt and Bradley Barker about an upcoming event they will be putting on at Brewhalla. What…
By Annie Prafckeannieprafcke@gmail.com AUSTIN, Texas – As a Chinese-American, connecting to my culture through food is essential, and no dish brings me back to my mother’s kitchen quite like hotdish. Yes, you heard me right –…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comNew Jamestown Brewery Serves up Local FlavorThere’s something delicious brewing out here on the prairie and it just so happens to be the newest brewery west of the Red River and east of the…
By Josette Ciceronunapologeticallyanxiousme@gmail.com What does it mean to truly live in a community —or should I say, among community? It’s a question I have been wrestling with since I moved to Fargo-Moorhead in February 2022.…
Rynn WillgohsJanuary 25, 1972-October 8, 2024 Rynn Azerial Willgohs, age 52, of Vantaa, Finland, died by suicide on October 8, 2024. Rynn became her true-self March 31, 2020. She immediately became a vocal and involved activist…
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By Curtis W. Stofferahn, Ph.D.Curtis.stofferahn@email.und.edu In June, two events markedly contrasted the difference between two different visions of agriculture: precision agriculture and regenerative agriculture. The dedication…
