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Leap Year Day Community Sock Hop

February 26th, 2020

Saturday, February 29, 5:30-9 pm

The Lodeon Community Center, 311 1st Ave E, West Fargo

Shine up your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor for a good cause and learn some new moves. Dance lessons will be provided by area dance organizations. Live music provided by Short Notice. Proceeds will be donated to West Fargo High School teacher, Nikki Peterson to offset medical expenses. Admission is $3.00 for students and $5.00 for adults (preschool free).

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Termination Dust, Double Grave, Disappear Forever and Shrug

February 19th, 2020

Sunday, February 23, 8pm

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Anchorage based Indie heroes Termination Dust will grace the stage of the Aquarium with Minneapolis based Double Grave with local support from Disappear Forever and Shrug.

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Punk Rock Karaoke at Vic’s!

February 19th, 2020

Saturday, February 22, 9 pm-howling

Vic’s Lounge, 420 Main Ave, Moorhead

Word on the street is there’s going to be a takeover at Vic’s-- a punk rock takeover. Shine your boots, break out the wood glue and don’t forget to tip the waitstaff.

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Slavery’s Reach: Southern slave holders and the North star state

February 19th, 2020

Saturday, February 22, 1 pm- 3 pm

Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County

Dr. Christopher Lehman chair and professor of Ethnic Studies at St. Cloud State University and author will make an appearance at the Hjemkomst center for a lecture and to discuss his book “Slavery’s Reach: Southern slave holders and the North star state.”

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El Zagal Wild Game Feed

February 19th, 2020

Saturday, February 22, 5 pm

El Zagal Shrine, 1429 3rd St N, Fargo

Fun, food, and prizes all for a great cause. Register to win for the gun raffle, drawings at 6:30, 8:30, and 9:30. Food is served until it’s gone. While you’re there check out the newly remodeled bar and enjoy a cocktail.

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Knotties Fest w/ special guests Stovepipes, D Mills & The Vistas

February 19th, 2020

photo by Paul TwetenFriday, February 21, 6-10 pm

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

Shine up your dancing shoes and check out the psych rock blues sound of Fargo’s own Knotties. While you’re there be sure to not miss special guests Stovepipes, D Mills and The Vistas!

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Artist Meet and Greet Happy Hour

February 12th, 2020

Monday, February 17, 4 pm- 6 pm

Twist, 220 N Broadway, Fargo

Meet artist, Kay Hilde, peruse and shop her original art and enjoy Twist’s infamous cocktails, tapas, and downtown vibe. Kay’s signature style includes bright colors,vibrant textures, and positive energy. All art will be discounted 20% during happy hour!

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I wish I had a Horse Camp Presidents Day

February 12th, 2020

Monday, February 17, 9:30 am-4 pm

Red River Equestrian Center, 5062 120th Ave. N, Moorhead

Horse camp for kindergarten to 8th grade. Early drop off at 8am for working parents, hands on horse activities will start around 9.30- 10am. Different age groups for all abilities. No horse experience or equipment needed. Learn to ride, tack, and groom well trained kid-friendly horses. Safety helmets available for use. Kids will make a take home a craft to remember their horse day. For more…

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62nd Annual Pancake Carnival

February 12th, 2020

Saturday, February 15, 7 am-3 pm

Fargodome, 1800 University Dr. N, Fargo

An annual Fargo tradition that has become one of the largest and most recognizaed social and charitable events in the region. Serving more than 10,000 people and over 30,000 pancakes each year. This event was featured in the Guinness Book of World Records AND in the book “1,000 Place to See Before You Die.” The Karnival has raised more than $750,000, benefiting area youth groups, charitable organizations, and…

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Fish Tank Rap Battles II at The Aquarium

February 12th, 2020

Friday, February 14, 9 pm- 12 am

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Friday, Friday, Friday! The Aquarium for a Valentine’s Day Massacre hosted by Cold Sweat for an evening filled with rap battles to crown the second champion of the Fish Tank!

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