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Fargo Pinball welcomes all on Giving Hearts Day

February 12th, 2020

Thursday, February 13, 10 am-10 pm

Fargo Pinball, 1133 C Harwood Drive S.

Fargo Pinball is a membership-based club that features dozens of pinball machines and arcade games, which cost between 25 cents and $1 to play. The event is part of Giving Hearts Day, a 24-hour online fundraiser hosted by Dakota Medical Foundation. Generous donors will match the first $46,050 donated to The Village at www.givingheartsday.org.

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Storytime Featuring Minnesota’s Miss Amazing Addie Loerzel

February 5th, 2020

Miss Amazing Addie LoerzelTuesday, February 11, 6:30 pm

Moorhead Public Library, 118 5th St. S., Moorhead

Minnesota's Miss Amazing Junior Teen Queen Addie Loerzel is visiting the library and reading stories about inclusion and acceptance. Participate in a craft project and take-home a treat.

Miss Amazing is an organization dedicated to providing opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to build confidence and express their passions in a supportive environment.

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Beer & Charcuterie Dinner with Luna Fargo

February 5th, 2020

Monday, February 10, 6- 7:30 pm

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead

Ok, you had us at beer and cured meats… think pâté, terrine, salami, prosciutto, coppa, mortadella, 'nduja, and pancetta, just to name a few. Beer and dinner pairings selected by Chef Ryan Nitschke from Luna and Allison Slavik of Junkyard Brewing Co. Each person will get four tulips of beer paired with meats from Luna, plus crackers and snacks.

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Red Raven’s 9th Annual Erotic Art Show

February 5th, 2020

Sunday, February 9, 5:30- 9:30pm

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

A stimulating night of erotic art, live music from ambient folk act Divine Offering and ambient synth sounds from Parliament Lite and a special one-night only Albino Buffalo sticker machine supplied with anonymous art, mouthwatering desserts, a special drink menu, and raffle with 100% of the proceeds donated to Planned Parenthood.

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60 Years, 60 Works : Gallery Talk

February 5th, 2020

art by Jackie McElroySunday, February 9, 1:30- 3 pm

Rourke Art Gallery & Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

Gallery Talk cpverig the decades spanning exhibit "60 Years, 60 Works" with The Rourke's executive director & curatorJonathan Rutter. Art by Jackie McElroy

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Red River Winter Market

February 5th, 2020

photo by MSchleif PhotographySaturday, February 8th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Moorhead Center Mall, 510 Center Ave, Moorhead

Visitors can shop for locally made food products, see a cooking skills demonstration, and listen to live music, all while in the warmth and comfort of the great indoors. A selection of hot foods will also be available including farmers market favorites.

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Seriously Hot Shit/Windsor Diets Tour Kickoff

January 29th, 2020

photo by fargo.liveTuesday, February 4, 9pm-howling

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Who’s ready for a folk punk jamboree? Dance your pants off and send Seriously Hot Shit and the Windsor Diets off in style. Talent includes, Seriously Hot Shit, Windsor Diets, Pretty Kitty, Michael Strike and the Goddamn Band, Straight Line Arrival, and Summer Teeth.

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History On Tap (Prohibition Rum Runners) at Junkyard Brewing

January 29th, 2020

Monday February 3, 6pm

Junkyard Brewing Co, Moorhead

History On Tap is a collaboration between Junkyard Brewing Co. and the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County that aims to provide fun and entertaining presentations on prohibition and the culture of booze in this area.

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National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!

January 29th, 2020

Saturday, February 1, 8- 11 am

Scoop n’ Dough Candy Co, 206 Roberts Alley, Fargo

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not start out your day with waffle or donut sundaes, cereal milkshakes, orange juice floats, and more. Enjoy a free cup of coffee with any breakfast purchase.

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Winter Wonderland Workshop

January 29th, 2020

Saturday, February 1, 10- 11 am

Fargo Public Library, 102 3rd St N, Fargo

Nature of the North and the Fargo Public Library have put together a workshop to share camping ideas and teach winter survival skills. These guys know how to make winter safety COOL! Make a survival kit, complete with snacks and a craft to start your winter adventure off right. This event is most appropriate for families with children ages 5 and up.

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