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Calligraphy Valentines

January 22nd, 2020

Monday, January 27, 4:15- 6:15 pm

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

Who doesn’t love a handmade gift? Make a one of a kind card by using calligraphy and watercolor.

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La Unica Mexican Market Pop Up at Junkyard Brewing Co.

January 22nd, 2020

Monday, January 27, 5- 8 pm

Junkyard Brewing Co, 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead

La Unica pulls double duty as both Mexican Market and purveyors of fantastic Tex-Mex fare. Be sure to come hungry, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

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B-B-Brrr Winter Classic 2020

January 22nd, 2020

Sunday, January 26, 12- 3:30 pm

Wildflower Grove Park, 9 Lower Terrace N, Fargo

The B-B-BRRR (Border Battle Bike Race on the Red River) Winter Classic is a one of a kind bike race, embracing the frosty winter season and celebrating our love of biking. The 10K course takes riders of all abilities through a variety of terrain; pedaling across bike paths, prairie tundra and the frozen Red River of the North. Register asap: https://www.greatridesfargo.org/

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The Seven: An interactive human rights experience

January 22nd, 2020

Thursday, January 23, 6-9 pm

Century Theater at NDSU’s Memorial Union

Independent events created to empower and engage individuals to discuss and learn about what it means to organize and influence positive changes in their communities. These events include film, performance and visual art to inform, educate and inspire!

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2020 Kickoff: Hemp Membership Drive

January 15th, 2020

Thursday, February 6, 6-8 pm

Front Street Taproom, 614 Main Ave, Fargo

The ND Hemp Association is committed to lending education and advocacy to propel the hemp economy for the state, serving as a medium of resources, news, advocacy opportunities and participating in the media. Want to hear more? The you won’t want to miss this. Pizza and Hemp/CBD samples available to attendees.

Visitwww.hempnd.org for more information.

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Pixeled 2: Electric Boogaloo

January 15th, 2020

Saturday, January 18, 5 pm- 12 am

Pixeled Brewing Company, 1100 NP Ave, Fargo

Can you believe Pixeled is already celebrating a two year anniversary? A little bird told us they’ve leveled up their games, have eight beers on tap and added a new Pixeled Happy Hour, which will be a daily occurence from 5-8 pm, but this isn’t just any ol’ happy hour. Patrons receive five free plays with each beer purchase. While you're there ask about their new league nights and upcoming tournaments.

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Fyre Fargo

January 15th, 2020

January 17-18, 5-close

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

It may not be the island escape you’ve been looking for but we guarantee it’s the next best thing. Featuring regional acts you won't want to miss. Shrug, Baltic to Boardwalk, Lutheran Heat, Holler House, Disappear Forever, Walker Rider and more!

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Mr. Kingsmen: Resolution Fabulous Drag Show

January 15th, 2020

Friday, January 17, 8 pm- 1 am

Sidestreet Grille & Pub, 404 4th Ave N

Drag Kings and Queens to grace the stage at Sidestreet, with performances by:

Landon McKock, B.J. Armani, LiquoRite Hipster, Robyn Spotlight, Alandra Matthews, Asher Alexander, and Tequila Mockingbird.

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RadioFreeFargo Presents: Witchden And Green Altar w/ Locals

January 15th, 2020

Friday, January 17, 9pm

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Support KRFF and get ready to rock with Minneapolis based “Doom Merchants” Witchden, Sioux Falls sludge Green Altar, local black metal heroes of the tundra Demifiend, and Fargo’s finest stoner rock legends El Supremo.

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Jon Wayne and the Pain with Heavy is the Head & more

December 23rd, 2019

Sunday, December 29, 7-11 pm

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Ave N, Fargo

JWP incorporates musical ingredients, filled with vibrant acoustic-electronic riffs, coupled with a delicate splash of roots-reggae and socially conscious lyricism. Over the years, the band has developed a sort of “Deadhead” Midwest following, as a proven mainstay in the ever-evolving music and festival scene.

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